Hiking Tours in France
 Porto Vecchio     Propriano

Corsica : Mare a Mare South
7 days / 6 nights
Self-guided walking

The Mare a Mare South is a distinct favourite allowing you to enjoy all the contrasts and colours of the island. Starting from the gulf of Porto Vecchio on the East coast, the trail rises up through the mountains of the Alta Rocca region to arrive in Propriano on the West coast. With five days of easy to moderate walking you will discover the richness of the extreme south.

Short Itinerary
Day 1
Your holiday starts at your hotel in Porto Vecchio. Time to check into your hotel and explore the town.
Day 2
A walk up to the Cartalavonu plateau, via the villages of Alzu di Gallina and Ospedale. Breathtaking views over the gulf of Porto Vecchio, considered as the most beautiful gulf in Corsica.
14km, 7h00, +1000m.
Day 3
A walk to Levie, via the Lake Ospedale: remarkable views over Valincu gulf, the Alta Rocca villages and the pink granite pinaccles of Bavella. The trail leads through chestnut and oak forests and olive groves.
11km, 5h00, +510m, -920m.
Day 4
A walk to Serra di Scopamena, passing the Cucuruzzu and Capula archaeological sites, you walk past the church of Quenza as well as shepherds' cabins and an old chestnut mill.
17km, 5h45, +760m, -520m.
Day 5
A walk to the beautiful village of Ste Lucie de Tallano, famous for rare Corsite rocks, the walk leads you through the ruins at Mamma where you can also see the old mill.
10 km, 5h00, +400m, -800m.
Day 6
En route to Propriano you have the opportunity to see the Eglise St-Jean-Baptiste, take a tour to the tomb of Colomba and the Baracci natural spas, where you can swim, before descending into Propriano.
12km, 6h00, +680 m, -940 m.
Day 7
End of holiday in Propriano. To return to Ajaccio, consult us. 		 

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7 days/ 6 nights $895
-- based on € 625

  • 2008 Price includes:
    Half board accommodation, (except days 1 and 6), internal transfers, baggage transfers between hotels, the dossier containing your maps, route notes and all necessary details needed for your holiday.

  • Dates: Any day from
    April to October.
  • Starting point:
     your hotel in Porto Vecchio - from 12h00 onwards.
  • End:
     at your hotel in Propriano - after breakfast.
    How to get there:
    Direct charter flights during the season from Gatwick and Heathrow offered by Air France, British Midland. Contact Holiday Options or Sky Marketing. Scheduled services via Paris. You can also change at Montpellier or Nice for connecting flights.
    Accommodation:
    in hotels
  • Number of participants:
    Minimum two.
  • Level of difficulty:
    The walks are on good footpaths and trails, the terrain is varied but often rocky. You need to be used to walking and take regular exercise to enjoy this holiday.
    Carrying    :
    Just your personal belongings and your picnics. You will need to carry your luggage on Day 2 and 7 from your accommodation to the bus.
    Price does not include:
    Entrance fees, additional transfers, evening meals days 1 and 6, drinks, picnics, additional activities, holiday insurance and travel.
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