Corsican Cruise – Leaving from Nice (port-to-port package)

This morning continue cruising. This afternoon optional excursions are: CLASSIC package tour of Ajaccio and the Îles Sanguinaires. Ajaccio, the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, has a rich and historical past. We’ll also stop at the Pointe de la Parata, get a good glimpse of the Îles Sanguinaires, and stroll through this exceptional natural area. The DISCOVERY tour is  The sights and scents of Corsica. We’ll cross the maquis—the Corsican underbrush exploding with a potpourri of flowers and plants—for a visit to Corsica PAM in Ocana.

An evening of Corsican music and song on board.

Today an optional full-day excursion to the Calanques de Piana and the village of Porto. Our coach will travel along the picturesque coastline dotted with rocky inlets until we reach Porto. We’ll then jump on a local boat and head to the Calanques de Piana, where sheer cliffs and rock sculptures seem to jet up from the water and radiate a red hue along the coastline.

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DISCOVERY package: An optional visit to the Maison Bonaparte, a national museum. The museum retraces the history of the Bonaparte family in Corsica as well as the series of exiles they experienced.

This afternoon, DISCOVERY package: An optional afternoon at Mare E Sol or Capo Di Feno.

At the end of the day, we’ll begin to cruise to Bonifacio. We’ll enjoy dinner and an evening of entertainment.

This morning, optional tours for both packages – We’ll set out on an optional guided tour of Bonifacio. The descent (and subsequent ascent) of the King of Aragon’s Stairway will provide some of the best views on the trip (187 steps) . This afternoon join us for an optionl excursion to the nature reserve on the Archipelago of Lavezzi. The islands are scattered with sculpted granite boulders and impressive cliffs.

This evening, we’ll have a delicious, in-season dinner at a traditional inn accompanied by Corsican music and songs.

In the morning, we’ll set out on an optional guided tour of Porto Vecchio. (CLASSIC) The old town includes the ruins of a 16th-century citadel and gorgeous views of the marina. The afternoon will be spent cruising to Bastia.

DISCOVERY: An optional trip to Palombaggia Beach (with the possibility of a picnic lunch from the ship)

This afternoon feel free to take part in some of the onboard activities offered as we cruise towards Bastia.

Join us for an optional excursion to Cap Corse. (CLASSIC) Located to the north of Bastia and Saint-Florent, Cap Corse is a 25-mile-long promontory with several attractive fishing villages, gorgeous coastline, and a couple of good beaches.

DISCOVERY package: An optional full day of free time in Saint-Florent (lunch not included). Saint-Florent is a seaside city built on the cliffs overlooking the mouth of the Aliso River and the gulf that bears its name.

At the end of the day, we’ll continue to cruise towards L’Ile-Rousse.

This morning CLASSIC package: An optional tour of Calvi and its citadel. You’ll discover its large marina and immense bay surrounded by unique landscapes and often snow-capped mountains.

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Discover the old villages in the Balagne Region. These are the fertile hills of the island—commonly referred to as the Corsican gardens—where more than thirty villages are perched on cliffs or hidden in narrow valleys.

DISCOVERY package: Kick back at Bodri or Ghjunchitu beach.

We’ll then spend the afternoon crossing the Mediterranean to Nice. Tonight is our festive gala evening.

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

• Your cruise in the cabin category of your choice –
• All meals
• Drinks with your meals and at the bar (not including our special wine and drinks list)
• All port fees.

• Drinks from our special lists or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
• Optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency)
• Transfers to/from departure/arrival points
• Cancellation and baggage insurance
• Personal expenses.