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The Tour of South Corsica sport

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The Tour of South Corsica Sport

 

Over six days, you will traverse Southern Corsica, tackling long, strenuous stages (up to 120 km and over 2,000 m of elevation gain) designed for regular, experienced cyclists. Starting from Ajaccio, you immediately dive into a route built for endurance and steady pacing. Head north toward Porto, with an opening stage that takes you to the Calanques de Piana. Next comes the ascent of the Col de Vergio before you head inland to Corte.

A sustained climb to Zicavo follows, succeeded by a demanding stage to Zonza, nestled at the foot of the Aiguilles de Bavella. Make your way to the limestone cliffs of Bonifacio via L'Ospédale. You will reach the Gulf of Valinco by way of Sartène before returning to Ajaccio along roads dotted with authentic villages. From the rugged coast to mountain hamlets, you will experience a variety of settings, each one spectacular.

 

One conviction has shaped our trips: no two people experience a journey in exactly the same way.

Some want to ride solo, finding their own rhythm and conquering mountain passes at their own pace, without waiting for anyone. Others enjoy the group dynamic—sharing a climb, regrouping at the summit, and reliving the day's ride over an evening drink. Many want a mix of both, depending on how they feel that day. That is why we designed our trips to let you make that choice, from the first pass to the last.

A few days before departure, you can join a WhatsApp group with fellow travelers setting out on the same day. Everyone rides at their own pace; the group reconnects at refreshment stops or in the evening to share updates on road conditions and scenic viewpoints, recap the stages over dinner, and sometimes even forge new friendships. Our team facilitates the group throughout the journey. Your route book and GPX track provide everything you need to ride independently: the itinerary, stage profiles, mountain passes and their difficulty ratings, our recommended stops, and refreshment points.

Ride solo or meet up with others—you don't have to decide right now. That’s the freedom of travel.

 

Two ways to experience this trip


-Comfort Option: luggage transfer included, guaranteed departures – from €975/person.

Join one of our scheduled departures. In addition to full trip organization, your luggage is transferred daily as part of the group logistics. You ride light and fully enjoy the journey, while also connecting with the WhatsApp group for fellow travelers departing on the same day.
-Freedom Option: choose your own date – from €725/person.

Depart on the date of your choice, anytime during the season. Same itinerary, same route book, same accommodation, and same included dinners: you benefit from the full tour organization while carrying your own luggage.

 

Special participant rate for your bike


6-day package, regardless of the bike type: €185 instead of €280

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

Carbon frame—a bike built for Corsican mountain passes; lightweight on the Col de Vergio and stable on the descents toward Bonifacio.

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

That is why participants enjoy a special rate:

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

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2027 CALENDAR – GUARANTEED DEPARTURES –

(from the very first booking)

Comfort version with luggage transfer

Prices

APRIL : 13 to 18 april - 20 to 25 april -

26 april to 01 may

975 €

MAY : 04 to 09 may - 11 to 16 may -

18 to 23 may - 26 to 31 may

1025 €

JUNE : 02 to 07 june - 08 to 13 june -

15 to 20 june - 22 to 27 june

1050 €

JULY : 06 to 11 july

1075 €

AUGUST : 31 august to 05 september

1150 €

SEPTEMBER : 07 to 12 september -

14 to 19 september - du 21 to 26 september

1050 €

OCTOBER : 28 september to 03 october

- 05 to 10 october

975 €

 

With the "Self-guided" (Liberté) package, the choice of dates is yours: start on the day that suits you best.

Jour 1 : Ajaccio-Bonifacio
Photo étape - Jour 1: 124 km
124 km
1696 m
We welcome you early in the morning in Ajaccio. This first stage takes us to the extreme point of the great south, jumping from one gulf to another, from Ajaccio to that of Valinco, to finish at the white cliffs of Bonifacio: fine sand beaches, Genoese towers, wild little bays and nice climbs in prospect.
Jour 2 : Bonifacio-Zicavo
Photo étape - Jour 2: 120 km
120 km
2380 m
From Ospedale to the Bavella Needles, the road (2013 Tour de France stage) takes us into the upper Taravo valley and its typical villages nestled in greenery. We climb the course of the same name to the Accia pass (1193 m) before a long descent between chestnuts and beeches until Zicavo (735 m).
Jour 3 : Zicavo-Corte
Photo étape - Jour 3: 105 km
105 km
1885 m
This exceptional interior road offers us the passage of two famous passes: Verde (1289) and Sorba (1311). Then we descend towards the Vecchio valley and Corte, the historic capital of independent Corsica.
Jour 4 : Corte-Porto
Photo étape - Jour 4: 88 km
88 km
2490 m
Discovery of the magnificent Niolu region and its Scala di Santa Regina gorge ! Passage today through the magnificent Spelunca gorges and the Vergio pass, Corsica's highest road pass ! Before diving to Porto and its magnificent gulf view !
Jour 5 : Porto-Ajaccio
Photo étape - Jour 5: 90 km
90 km
1485 m
Crossing the Calanches of Piana (UNESCO World Heritage): a small pink corniche road makes a narrow path through piles of rocks with jagged shapes: breathtaking ! Then we continue towards Cargèse and its two churches: the Greek and the Latin face each other above the sea.
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Easy access to Corsica
Ferry 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.

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 airline 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/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 logistics are managed locally, with no middlemen: you have a single point of contact from your first call until you return home.

 

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

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This price includes

Accommodation and dining

 

  • 5 nights in character hotels
  • Breakfasts
  • Dinners
  • Corsican charcuterie tasting

 

Ride with peace of mind

 

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

 

With the "Comfort" package, also includes:

 

  • Daily luggage transfer: ride light
  • Roadside assistance
  • WhatsApp group for your departure group
Highlights

Cap Corse, Agriates, the Gulf of Porto, Vergio, Corte: the island's iconic locations, all on a single route

GPX route variations to shorten or extend the ride based on how you're feeling each day

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

This price does not include
  • Single room supplement: from €200 for the trip

  • Drinks with dinners

  • Bike rental (special rate for tour participants – same price for both Comfort and Freedom options)

  • Generally, anything not listed under “price includes”

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