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 | Mare a Mare South | from 565 € | | Corsica - Self-guided walking - 7 days |  |
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 | The Mare a Mare South path 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 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. |
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| Program | |
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, 5h30, +760m, -520m. |
Day 5
A walk to the beautiful village of Ste Lucie de Tallano, famous for bearing 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
On the road to Propriano you have the opportunity to visit the St-Jean-Baptiste church, meditate by the grave of Colomba or stop at the Baracci natural spas for a swim, before you head into Propriano.
12km, 6h00, +680m, -940m. |
Day 7
End of holiday in Propriano. To return to Ajaccio, consult us. |
| Departures |
| Departures every day from the start of April to the end of October. Bookings from two people or more. |
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| Prices |
| Price (€) | from 01/04/2008 to 30/06/2008 | from 01/07/2008 to 31/08/2008 | from 01/09/2008 to 31/10/2008 | | Price per person in Double room | 605 | 623 | 605 | | Price per person in Dormitory | 565 | 578 | 565 | |
| Supplements/Reductions | | Discount without luggage assitance | 68 €/pers |
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| Trip Summary | Start
At your first hotel in Porto Vecchio.
End
At your hotel in Propriano, after breakfast.
How to get there
Buses to/from Porto Vecchio and Propriano, consult us.
Accommodation
Two formulas: all hotels or gites in dormitories.
Number of people
From 2
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.
Guide
Self-guided walking.
Carrying
You need to carry a small day sack only with a water bottle, camera, picnic and wind jacket.
The main luggage will be transported by vehicle between the different accommodations. It is also important to consider that it may be necessary to carry your bags short distances at the start or end of your holiday. You will need the appropriate luggage (Consult with us for left luggage facilities).
Price includes
Half board accommodation (evening meals are not included on day 1 and 6), internal transfers, baggage transfers between hotels, the dossier containing your maps, route notes and all necessary details needed for your holiday.
Price does not include
Unforeseen additional transfers, drinks, picnics, extra activities, holiday insurance, evening meals on the first and 6th day and travel.
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