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The GT20 North: Bastia – Calvi Slow

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Experience Corsica differently

 

From Bastia to Calvi, the "Slow-paced" GT20 North route invites you to discover Upper Corsica over four days. It is a Corsican journey taken at a leisurely pace: four stages of 50 to 75 km each, allowing you to explore the island's north without ever rushing.

You set off from Cap Corse and its Genoese towers, ride along the beaches of the Agriates Desert, and reach the hilltop villages of Balagne, traversing a landscape that shifts between wild terrain and spectacular coastline. It is an experience of seaside and village life in Upper Corsica—a region that reveals a new face each day.

The "Slow" pace gives you the time to truly savor the journey: time to pause at a beach, in a village, or at a local producer's table. It is the finest section of the great crossing, accessible to everyone.

 

Our trips are shaped by a single conviction: no two people experience a journey in the same way.


Some dream of crossing Corsica in total independence, facing the island on their own. Others love the idea of ​​crossing paths with fellow travelers, sharing a drink in the evening, or enjoying a shared stage or encounter. And many want a mix of both, depending on the day or their mood. That’s why we’ve designed our trips to let you make that choice—from the first day to the last.

A few days before departure, you can join a WhatsApp group with other travelers setting off on the same day. It’s a place to share impressions and discoveries, arrange to meet up for drinks or dinner, and sometimes even make new friends. Our team moderates the group throughout the journey. Your roadbook provides everything you need to fully enjoy your trip independently: the route, the stages, our recommended spots, and must-see locations.

Ride solo or meet up with others—you don’t have to decide right now. That’s what traveling freely is all about.

 

Two ways to experience this trip


-"Comfort" option: luggage transfers included, guaranteed departures – from €575 per person.

Join one of our guaranteed departures—confirmed from the very first booking. Your luggage is transported from stage to stage so you can ride light, and a dedicated WhatsApp group connects you with fellow travelers starting on the same day.
-"Freedom" option: choose your own date – from €475 per person.

Depart whenever you like throughout the season. You get the same itinerary, route book, accommodations, and included dinners—enjoying the full organizational support while carrying your own luggage.

 

Your bike at the special participant rate


4-day package, any bike type: €130 instead of €195

Your choice of:

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

Tackle every stage—mountain passes included—with ease; simply recharge 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—lightweight on the switchbacks of the Col de Palmarella and stable on the descents toward Porto.

 

We own our fleet: purchased and maintained in our Ajaccio workshops, delivered by our team to Bastia for your departure, and collected in Calvi upon your arrival. That’s why participants enjoy a special rate:

And if you’re bringing your own bike, there’s no extra cost—the price remains the same.

Join a departure

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2027 SCHEDULE – GUARANTEED DEPARTURES –

(from the very first booking)

Comfort version with luggage transfer

Prices

APRIL : 03 to 06 april - 17 to 20 april

575 €

MAY : 01 to 04 may - 15 to 18 may -

29 may to 01 june

575 €

JUNE : 05 to 08 june - 12 to 15 june -

19 to 22 june - 26 to 29 june

625 €

JULY : 03 to 06 july

675 €

AUGUST : 07 to 10 august -

28 ato 31 august

725 €

SEPTEMBER : 04 to 07 september -

11 to 14 september -

du 18 ato 21 september

625 €

OCTOBER : 02 to 05 october

575 €

 
With the “Freedom” option, the choice is yours: depart on the day that suits you best.

Jour 1 : Bastia-Ersa
Photo étape - Jour 1: 50 km
50 km
650 m
Cap Corse offers a magnificent coastal road that allows you to drive all the way around it. Carved into the cliffside, the road runs along the shoreline, passing by charming little harbors.
Jour 2 : Ersa-Saint-Florent
Photo étape - Jour 2: 65 km
65 km
890 m
On the western slope, the steep coastline towers dramatically over the shore, overlooked by Genoese towers and—along the ridges—windmills. Its higher elevations offer superb panoramic views of the Cap and the Bay of Saint-Florent.
Jour 3 : Saint-Florent-Belgodère
Photo étape - Jour 3: 60 km
60 km
1200 m
The stage begins by crossing the Agriates Desert, a scorching expanse of rocky terrain and low-growing maquis. Finally, the hilltop villages of Upper Balagne offer breathtaking panoramic views over the bays of Calvi and L'Île-Rousse.
Jour 4 : Belgodère-Calvi
Photo étape - Jour 4: 70 km
70 km
845 m
Today, you continue your exploration of the Balagne region, traveling along small roads that offer breathtaking views and landscapes! The villages of Balagne possess immense charm, and there are many artisans to discover!
Ils ont pédalé
Ils ont adoré
5/5
Hélas toutes les bonnes virées ont une fin? Un grand merci à Corsica Cycling qui nous a permis de sillonner la Corse par de petits routes offrant des panoramas à couper le souffle (Lucienne, septembre 2021).
5/5
Nous avons vécu beaucoup de moments magiques vu de très beaux paysages sur des petites routes loin des grandes routes super organisation les hôtels le parcours tout était génial. L'équipe toujours disponible , sympathique, professionnelle bravo super vacances on reviendra (Sabine).
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Getting to Corsica made easy

 

Crossings starting at €40 with our partner Corsica Linea; schedules coordinated with your trip.
We offer ferry crossings from Marseille starting at €40 per person*. Special airfares available upon request.
Simply let us know your departure city and dates, and we will organize your transport to Corsica with schedules coordinated to fit your itinerary. You arrive in Bastia, and your bike is waiting for you. *Subject to availability and carrier terms & conditions

 

Insurance & Protection

 

✔ Our professional liability insurance covers the organization of your trip (GAN)

✔ Personal liability insurance is required: this is included in most home insurance policies

✔ Optional comprehensive insurance (cancellation / trip interruption / repatriation): France residents: €39/person; Non-residents: €79/person

 

Your Point of Contact: A Corsican Team

 

Cycling Corsica is a tour operator specializing in cycling trips in Corsica; based in Ajaccio, we have teams in Ajaccio, Bastia, and Calvi. All operations are managed locally, with no intermediaries: you have a single point of contact from your initial call until your return.

 

Local Commitment

 

Our team initiated and structured the GT20 route from its inception. For over 15 years, we have relied on a network of more than 50 carefully selected partners across the region.

Partner of the Corsica Tourism Agency.
Committed to the development of cycle tourism.

This price includes

Accommodation & Dining

 

  • 3 nights in character hotels
  • Breakfasts
  • 1 dinner in Belgodère (where the dining experience is part of the journey)
  • Winery visit and tasting

 

Ride with Peace of Mind

 

  • Detailed route book
  • GPX routes + route variations
  • 7-day-a-week phone support

 

With the "Comfort" package, you also get:

 

  • Daily luggage transfer: ride light
  • Roadside assistance
  • WhatsApp group for your departure group
Highlights
  • Cap Corse, Agriates, Balagne
  • GPX route variations to shorten or extend the ride based on how you're feeling
  • Support available 7 days a week, from the first mountain pass to the last
This price does not include
  • SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT: FROM €120 FOR THE ENTIRE TRIP
  • LUNCHES AND DINNERS ON "FREE" EVENINGS
  • DINNER BEVERAGES
  • BICYCLE RENTAL (SPECIAL RATE FOR OUR TOUR PARTICIPANTS – SAME HIGH STANDARD OF COMFORT AND FREEDOM)
  • GENERALLY, ANYTHING NOT LISTED UNDER "PRICE INCLUDES"
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