Corsica

Our 5 day point to point adventure will take you from our Base Camp through mountains to the coast of Corsica, taking in all the local culture en route, with the odd col to climb thrown in for a challenge. The ideal expedition to get away from it all.

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5 days / 4 nights - start from Eur 1990.

Join a group of 8 to 12 people to live a unique experience.

Everything is included: mechanical assistance, a qualified guide, accommodation, and catering... come along with your best smile and we will take care of the rest!

Don't have a gravel bike yet or don't want to travel with one? You can rent one directly from us (300 euros for a muscular / 400 euros for e-gravel).

Privatise your group starting from 8 people - contact us for more information.

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A program 100% created by Gravel Up

The discovery of the center of Corsica by bike.

An itinerary accessible to all: On Day 1, we will start by getting to grips with the Gravels by exploring the Corsican scrubland - and be warned, it can sting the calves. We will take our time, preparing ourselves physically and mentally for the next 4 days, which promise to be rich in both sporting and cultural terms!

We will meet you at our base camp, hidden in the heart of the Sartenais. Hidden yes, because our host renovated alone his eco sheepfold and keeps it secret for our greatest pleasure. A real haven of peace to start this unique adventure, to get to know each other and already start to disconnect.

Between Corsican vineyards, authentic villages of the center and the mythical needles of Bavella we will make you discover the province of Alta Rocca. The objective is to reach the Coscione plateau which is normally only accessible to hikers. And it is precisely there that the magic of the gravel operates, at ease as well on the roads as on the paths.

Back to the south by the massif of Ospedale and the heights of Porto-Vecchio to come back to our base camp and take the time to realize the adventure that we have just lived.

We will close the adventure by a moment of sharing still under the magic of the crossing of the Corsican mountains by bike and the strong bonds that we wove together.

We promise you that after that, you will ask for more!

This is included

At the camp

Return transfer from Figari airport
Accommodation 4 nights in a double room (single option at extra cost)
All food for the stay
A great welcome pack
A mechanic who will share his secrets with you

On gravel

A professional and local guide
Unique tracks designed by the GravelUp Team
Assistance and transportation van

Beyond gravel

Wellness activities - Yoga, meditation, relaxation
Visits to various historical and cultural sites
An evening of celebration
A community of enthusiasts

This is not included

Transportation from your home
Travel insurance for repatriation and civil liability
Personal drinks and other souvenir purchases
Anything not specified in "What's Included"
Gravel bike rental (supplement available)

Preparation & equipment

Your Guide
We select for you local guides, passionate about their territory.
Bike mechanic, bike shop manager and even eco-guard on the Coscione plateau, our guide is the best person to help you discover Corsica. Anecdotes, encounters and sharing of experiences, he/she will make sure that you have an unforgettable stay and above all that you soak up as much as possible of this fabulous territory.
Spoken languages: French, English
He or she will make sure you are safe and will share with you various tips and tricks on how to ride the Corsican trails.

Our bikes
Ride on the latest **gravel or e-gravel bikes** from the **French brand Origine** that combine performance, versatility, and lightness.
At ease on the road as well as on paths, these bikes filter terrain imperfections through suspension tuning. Coupled with a comfortable and secure geometry and generous tire sections, it allows for engaging routes to be undertaken safely.
**Rental price :** 60 eur/day (or 80 eur/day for e-gravel)
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**EQUIPMENT**
The complete list will be sent to you a few weeks before your expedition. You will find here the few essential items that you may not have at home:
Cycling shorts with chamois to be more comfortable
Bike gloves to avoid blisters
Cycling shoes: the use of automatic pedals is recommended but not mandatory, we allow the use of flat pedals. It is important to be able to stand up on the pedals in order to negotiate certain descents and climbs.

Physical preparation
To get the most out of this expedition, we recommend that you practice an endurance sport such as jogging, swimming or cycling several times a week. Having already done long bike rides of at least 4 hours will allow you to feel more comfortable and better enjoy the breathtaking landscapes you will cross. At least 2 days in a row of cycling experience is a plus.
Use of automatic pedals is mandatory, ability to maneuver the bike on all types of terrain and good braking technique.

How to get there?
By plane: Figari or Ajaccio airport (shuttle at 5pm / return at 5pm)
By car: Meet us directly at our base camp "Tribu" (from 7pm)
By boat: Ajaccio or Porto Vecchio (shuttle at 5pm / return at 5pm)
As soon as you arrive, our team will pick you up and take you directly to our base camp where the disconnection can begin.
Your stay starts at 7pm and ends at around 3pm on Sunday.

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Super setting with a team that takes care of everything. An exceptional guide with a lot of attention and care. Real Gravel on beautiful trails and stunning roads! Hotel, lodging and incredible restaurants were all perfect!
A superb breath of fresh air.
Jacques R. - September 2022

Great Adventurer program in Corsica, top-notch team, fabulous accommodation, and a wide variety of sporting and fun routes in a dream environment.
Sophie D.

Une expérience incroyable dans un cadre magnifique et organisée de main de maître par toute l’équipe de Gravel Up !! Tout fut parfait ! Les vélos, le camp de base, les parcours, les pauses déjeuners et bien sûr James notre guide qui veilla sur nous tout au long de ces jours d’aventure en Corse. Si vous aimez le vélo et voulez vivre une expérience hors des sentiers battus dont vous vous rappellerez toute votre vie : foncez ! Gravel Up est fait pour vous !!
ARNAUD.C - MAI 2023

On a whim, I put my trust in Gravel Up because I had a pressing need for fresh air and a change of scenery. I ended up on the Adventurer Corse by chance. The organization is meticulous, and the communication is spot-on. When the Gravel Up team takes charge of you, you just sit back and enjoy. The Gravel tracks, the accommodation, the attentiveness, the advice, the supervision, the surprises at the end of the day, the whole experience is planned so that you just enjoy your stay without any inconvenience. I'm looking forward to the next destination. Thank you so much!
Julian S.

An exciting stay with the discovery of varied and intense sporting routes through magnificent landscapes. Quality and friendly staff who were able to help us discover the local cuisine at the same time.
Jacques P. - September 2022

Very well organized trip to Corsica. A great island for gravel cycling. Gravel Up guiding was very professional and the route planning adapted to our group. Gravel bikes were very good (both muscle and e-bikes). Breakfasts, lunches, snacks and dinners were tasty and plenty. Accomodation (the base camp) is very special! All in all a 5* trip.
Timo M.

Excellent trip to Corsica! I highly recommend eGravel Origine for men too: equalizes fitness differences - without compromising cycling.
Jaakko P.

It was a unique gravel cycle experience in Corsica. Without GravelUp, I would never have traveled to such a beautiful island. The accommodation and itineraries were robist in the right sense. Strong recommendation😎
Terho K.

Gravel in Corsica. The Isle of Beauty is known for its rugged coastline, heavenly sandy beaches, gourmet culinary heritage and traditions, not to mention its generous nature and mountains. An inspiring cocktail for the GravelUp and 3T teams, who invite you to explore the most beautiful corners of Corsica on the 3T Exploro gravel bike: 5 days of pedaling and a change of scenery guaranteed...
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