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3T and GravelUp join forces to offer a unique expedition beyond the tarmac of Corsica. This five-day gravel bike expedition will tackle wild dirt tracks and gravel climbs in pursuit of traffic-free adventure by bike. Expect dust, 40mm tyres, and lots of testing terrain.

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ABOUT THE DESTINATION

Held from May 17th to 21st, 2023, this is a limited capacity event (10 riders).

Price: 2200 euros including gravel bike rental and excluding travel to and from Corsica.

Any question? feel free to reach out HERE and we will be in touch as soon as we can.

One Percent for the Planet

By booking with us, you also do good for our planet!

A BIKE TRIP WITH A DIFFERENCE

5 days of gravel, relaxation and fun exploring Corsica as you’ve never seen it before. Experience the local culture, taste the local specialities and discover the incredibly varied geography. All part of our adventure, in a small group of ten intrepid cyclists led by a qualified guide.

The journey starts at our base camp in the south of the island where you’ll find all you need to refresh and recharge after a good days riding. Our host is fascinating and passionate about his eco sheep farm built with his own fair hands. He’s a true gourmet of travel, food and most of all people, and will regale you with stories of life on the island.

Lift your head from your GPS and make the most of the routes put together by the GravelUp team, with incredible views a-plenty. It’s not just about the riding though - yoga, meditation and relaxation is all a part of the trip, allowing you those moments of calm to fully refresh and get the full experience. Et voila… the perfect expedition to fall under the spell of the Isle of Beauty, as Corsica is otherwise known! 

Date range:
May 17 - 21, 2023
Duration:
5 days / 4 nights
Daily distance:
60 - 80 km
Daily elevation:
Up to 1800M
Difficulty:
6 / 5
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GravelUp benefits

This is included

At the camp

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

On gravel

  • A 3T Exploro gravel bike
  • Assistance and transportation van
  • A professional guide
  • Unique tracks designed by the GravelUp and 3T teams

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 "This is included"

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Preparation & equipment

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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

State certified for bike guiding (BPJEPS), he/she will make sure you are safe and will share with you various tips and tricks on how to ride the Corsican trails.

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3T gravel bikes

We're excited to have 3T as our brand bike partner for this event, supplying a fleet of Exploro Gravel bikes for your riding pleasure. Like us, they're joyriders at heart, who share a love for creating unforgettable experiences in the saddle. 

The Exploro Gravel bike can handle any surface, from asphalt to singletrack to steep trails. An all-road spirit, but with aggressive geometry and aerodynamics that feel almost identical to a road bike.

RaceMax Boost

3T E-gravel bike

On this destination you will be able to ride the eGravel 3T Exploro RaceMax Boost.

The Exploro Racemax Boost e-bike is perfect for gravel & all-road riding. It’s light yet tough, agile yet planted and fast yet fun. This makes the Racemax Boost a great range-extender on your gravel adventure. Or it can help you keep up with faster friends on road and gravel rides.

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How to get there ?

Plan an arrival on Wednesday May 17th at noon and a departure on Sunday May 21st after 4pm.

  • By plane : pick up at Ajaccio or Figari airports

  • By boat : pick up at Ajaccio or Porto Vecchio ports

  • By car : meet us directly at our base camp "Tribu".

As soon as you arrive, our teams will take care of you and drive you directly to our base camp where the beyond biking experience takes its full meaning. The disconnection can begin, do not worry about anything, we take care of everything!

Any questions?

Any questions?

Booking

Equipment

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Booking

This was my first experience on gravel and it could not have been a better destination to try it. The Gravel Up team were very welcoming, highly organised and confidently handled riders of quite varying abilities and fitness.

It says a lot for an event, and those who lead it, when the time off the bike is almost as good as time on the trails. I would recommend Gravel Up to anybody wanting to test themselves a little (or a lot!) and to enjoy great company and excellent food in the best surroundings.

David F.

David Firth

Great 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.

Customer review Jacque R. - Corsica

What an adventure!!!! What an adventure!!!!

5-star Gravel trails (hence the rating 😉), incredible landscapes, just the right amount of elevation gain, generous and delicious refreshments and dinners, and then a staff as friendly as they are attentive.

In short, the concept is top-notch (we knew that), but the reality is even better. A big congratulations to GravelUp, and we'll see you again soon.

Fernand G. - March 2024

Customer feedback Fernand G. - Morvan

I will be travelling again with GravelUp and highly recommend the experience. The program was a good balance of scripted and flexible, not too full, but with beautiful offerings.

Peter N - Sept 2022

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