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The Ajaccio Loop in 5 days

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Experience Corsica in a new way

Starting from Ajaccio, this loop takes you on a journey along Corsica’s west coast—one of the island’s most spectacular and unspoiled stretches. From sheer cliffs and wild coves to hilltop villages, every stop reveals a Corsica that is both raw and radiant. You follow the coastline to Cargèse and Porto, passing through UNESCO-listed landscapes, before heading inland toward Vico and its lush green valleys. It is an immersive experience blending sea and mountains, played out on quiet, lesser-known roads.

The Cycling Corsica spirit: Corsica, within easy reach of your wheels.

At Cycling Corsica, we believe that cycling is one of the finest ways to discover the island: at a leisurely pace, simply, and in close contact with the very things that make it unique.

Our trips are designed as true getaways—moments to leave daily life behind, slow down, breathe, and rediscover the joy of fully savoring the present. A quiet road winding through the maquis, a village clinging to the mountainside, an impromptu swim, a meeting with a local producer, or a pause overlooking the sea... here, the journey is found as much in the miles covered as in the moments that surround them.

On a bike, you don’t just cross Corsica; you take the time to truly experience it. Our itineraries favor quiet backroads, unspoiled landscapes, local craftsmanship, and the encounters that tell the story of the island.

The Cycling Corsica spirit remains the same: reconnecting with nature, unplugging from the daily grind, and discovering a Corsica that is authentic, generous, and vibrantly alive.

Two ways to experience this trip

-Comfort Option: luggage transfer included – from €650 per person.

Your luggage is transported from stop to stop so you can ride light.

-Freedom Option, on the date of your choice: from €475 per person.

You set off whenever you like, throughout the season. You get the same itinerary, route book, accommodations, and included dinners—enjoying the full tour organization while handling your own luggage.

Participant rate for your bike rental

5-day package, regardless of the bike model: €235 €160

Your choice of:

-Riese & Müller Nevo 4 Touring e-bike: the choice of 8 out of 10 travelers

Perfect for tackling every stage—mountain passes included—simply by recharging at your hotel in the evening. Fully equipped for the journey: luggage rack, integrated lights, lock, repair kit, rearview mirror, and smartphone mount.

-Polygon carbon road bike: for those who rely on leg power

Carbon frame; a bike built for Corsican mountain passes—light on the climbs and stable on the descents.

We own our fleet: purchased and maintained in our Ajaccio workshops.

That is why participants benefit from a special rate.

And if you travel with your own bike, there is nothing extra to pay: the trip price remains the same.

 

Jour 1 : Ajaccio-Cargèse
Photo étape - Jour 1: 55 km
55 km
900 m
From this very first stage, we find ourselves immersed in our bubble, what a pleasure! The village of Sari d'Orcino reveals itself in a completely different light by bike - it's amazing how the perspective changes when you take time. And this light! Soft, golden, almost unreal. The road then unfolds and will take you along the coast rising towards Cargèse. The beaches there are magnificent!
Jour 2 : Cargèse-Porto
Photo étape - Jour 2: 32 km
32 km
615 m
You leave Cargèse, its charming village with colorful bougainvillea and picturesque alleys, dominated by its two opposite churches: one Byzantine-inspired and the other Roman-style. The ascent begins, plunging you into wild nature, where goats perched on the roadside watch you with curious eyes. Then, the village of Piana appears, offering a spectacular view over the sea and red rocks. You continue your route through the famous Calanques of Piana listed as UNESCO World Heritage, before descending towards Porto.
Jour 3 : Porto-Vico
Photo étape - Jour 3: 47 km
47 km
1375 m
Today's stage is of great beauty, you leave the coastal shores to begin your ascent through the splendid Spelunca gorges. Along the way you will cross the beautiful villages of Marignana and Cristinacce, before reaching Vico via the Sevi Pass. The road, wild and authentic, winds through preserved nature.
Jour 4 : Vico-Pevani
Photo étape - Jour 4: 50 km
50 km
735 m
Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful stages of the trip - even though they all are! Today, you leave the mountainous reliefs to find the gentleness of the coast and the charm of the sea. From Vico, the road takes you through wild and untouched nature. You will cross the peaceful village of Arbori then head towards the superb villages of Sari d'Orcino, Canelle and Sant'Andrea d'Orcino, before reaching the splendid Pevani road.
Jour 5 : Pevani-Ajaccio
Photo étape - Jour 5: 30 km
30 km
650 m
The Pevani road where the incredible sensation of riding on water! You wish time would stop... or even better, turn around and start all over again in the other direction, just to relive every moment.
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5/5
Tour de 5 jours autour d'Ajaccio en couple. L'un en vélo mécanique et l'autre en vélo électrique. Super vélo super entretenu. Batterie puissante mais je n'ai roulé qu'en puissance 2. Descentes faites ensemble mais dans les montées vélo électrique devant. Super expérience. Accueil par un professionnel à l'écoute. (Michel et Bernadette, Juin 2025)
5/5
Super activité ! J’étais pourtant un peu retissant au début car je suis cycliste, mais finalement vraiment top ! Très agréable pour rouler surtout avec les dénivelés de la corse qui demande un effort important en temps normal. Mais là sans effort ou presque selon le niveau d’assistance qu’on sélectionne ! À faire ! (Fréd, Mai 2018).
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  • Easy access to Corsica

Ferry crossings from €40 with our partner Corsica Linea, with schedules coordinated with your trip.

 We offer ferry crossings from Marseille starting from €40 per person.*

Preferential airfares are available on request. Tell us your departure city and your travel dates. We will organise your transport to Corsica, with schedules coordinated with your itinerary. When you arrive in Ajaccio, your bike will be waiting for you.

*Subject to availability and company conditions

 

  • Travel insurance

✔ Our professional liability insurance covers the organisation of your trip – GAN

✔ You must have personal liability insurance. This is included in most home insurance policies

✔ Optional comprehensive cancellation insurance: Residents of France: €39 per person, Non-residents: €79 per person

 

  • Your point of contact: a Corsican team

Cycling Corsica is a tour operator specialising in cycling holidays in Corsica. We are based in Ajaccio, with teams in Ajaccio, Bastia and Calvi. The entire organisation is managed locally, without intermediaries: you have one single point of contact, from your first phone call until you return home.

 

  • Local commitment

Our team helped initiate and structure the GT20 from its earliest days. For more than 15 years, we have worked with a network of over 50 carefully selected partners throughout Corsica. Partner of the Corsican Tourism Agency.

Partner of the Corsica Tourism Agency
Committed player in the development of cycle tourism

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This price includes
  • Sleep and eat

    • 4 nights in 2*/3* hotels

    • Breakfasts

    • Visit and tasting at a winery

    Peace of mind while cycling

    • Detailed route guide

    • GPX track + variations

    • 7/7 telephone support

    • Special rate for bike rental reserved for travelers on our tours - same level of comfort and freedom

    In the Comfort package, in addition:

    • Daily luggage transfer: travel light

Highlights
  • Piana Calanques, Spelunca Gorge, Orcino Sari, and the Pevani Shore: The island's legendary spots, all in one route

    GPX variations to shorten or lengthen depending on how you're feeling

    Support available 7 days a week, from the first to the last mountain pass

This price does not include
  • SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT: FROM €220 FOR THE ENTIRE STAY,

    LUNCHES AND DINNERS ON FREE EVENINGS

    DRINKS WITH DINNER

    BICYCLE RENTAL

    GENERALLY SPEAKING, ANYTHING NOT LISTED UNDER "PRICE INCLUDES"

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