Mediterranean Island Hopping
Experience the Best of Coastal Cycling on Corsica and Sardinia
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This trip’s dramatic beauty will dazzle outdoor enthusiasts, photographers, and nature and water lovers. This new north-to-south route follows the coastline providing spectacular seaside views before heading inland towards the secret heart of Sardinia. Distinct and exotic, Italian-influenced Sardinia and French-flavored Corsica enchant all who visit their Mediterranean shores and magical hills. In hilly Corsica, called the “beautiful island” by the ancient Greeks, we cycle by jagged purple-pink rock formations, dramatic white cliffs, and translucent blue coves. In Sardinia, pastel houses fade into chestnut groves, cork forests, and dunes that stretch into the sea. Indulge your deepest Mediterranean fantasy on this island-hopping tour.
Tour Essence
- Pedal tranquil roads with stunning turquoise Mediterranean views
- Cruise the La Maddalena Archipelago on a private boat excursion
- Marvel at Les Calanques’ red granite cliffs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Cycle Corsica’s limestone peaks and Sardinia’s peaceful cork forests
- Ride quiet, car-free roads through three spectacular regional parks
- Visit Filitosa and ancient stone villages steeped in island history
- Savor fresh seafood and fine wines from Sardinia and Corsica
- Experience UNESCO traditions: the Mediterranean diet and stone walls
- Stroll Bonifacio’s clifftop citadel and its charming old streets
- Discover Sardinia’s artisan wooden masks on a guided visit
- Climb to epic viewpoints over rugged coastlines and azure coves
- Stay in boutique hotels and seaside resorts for post-ride relaxation
Make It a Grand Journey Tour
This tour can be combined with another Ciclismo Classico itinerary for a unique extended adventure. Receive 5% off your second tour when both tours are booked and paid in full. Let us help you craft a seamless, custom cycling experience across multiple regions! Learn More
What to Expect
Terrain
Hilly with coastal ridingStart Location
Calvi, Corsica, FranceEnd Location
Santa Maria Navarrese, Sardinia, ItalyMileage
Average Daily: 40 miles Total: 430 milesElevation
Average Daily: 4,000 ft Total: 42,400 ft

Once you have a trip confirmed, we will feed you a steady diet of additional pre-departure information that includes: How to train, prepare, pack and all the wonderful, inspirational and practical things you want and need to know before you go! Our Travel Advisors will be available to help plan your pre- and post-tour travel.
- Van support
- Expert, bilingual guides
- Guided walking tour of Bonifacio
- Ferry boats to and from islands
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Boat excursion in the La Maddalena’s Archipelago
- Guided visit of Orgosolo and its murals
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Guided visit to a mask artisan
- Wine tasting at a Sardinian winery
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Enogastronomy sampling of local specialties
- Shuttles at the beginning, during and at end of the tour
What’s Included
- Use of our exclusive carbon road bike, La Classica Ribelle (or Equivalent Carbon Road Bike)
- Garmin Edge Explore GPS loaded with the GPX tracks of your rides
- Two water bottles
- Saddle bag with repair kit
- Optional: Map holder on handlebar
Pedal Options
- Flat pedals
- Half-toe pedals (without straps)
What’s Not Included
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Helmet
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Optional: clipless/SPD pedals with shoes
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Optional: your own saddle
- All breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 9 dinners
- All accommodations
Day 1: Hotel L’Acquale
Day 2: Hotel Les Flots Bleus
Day 3: Hotel San Carlu
Day 4: Hotel Santa Teresa
Day 5 & 6: Hotel La Vecchia Fonte
Day 7: Baglioni Resort & Spa
Day 8 & 9: Hotel Su Gologone
Day 10: Lanthia Resort
This new north-to-south route follows the coastline with spectacular seaside views before heading inland towards the secret heart of Sardinia. Distinct and exotic, Italian-influenced Sardinia and French-flavored Corsica enchant all who visit their Mediterranean shores and magical hills. In hilly Corsica, called the “beautiful city” by the ancient Greeks, we cycle by jagged purple-pink rock formations, dramatic white cliffs, and translucent blue coves.
We also pedal through the astonishing glittering-red granite rock walls of Les Calanques, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Sardinia, pastel houses fade into chestnut groves and cork forests, rolling hills take us to thousands of prehistoric Nuraghi towers, and sculpted pink rock formations and dunes melt into the sea. Indulge your deepest Mediterranean fantasy on this Italian island hopping tour.
2026
Start Location
Calvi, Corsica, FranceFly Into
Calvi airport, Corsica, FranceEnd Location
Santa Maria Navarrese, Sardinia, ItalyFly Out Of
Cagliari airport, Sardinia, ItalyCalvi, Corsica
Meals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
10 milesElevation Gain
1,000 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly with some climbs and gorgeous viewsMeals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
L’Acquale Hotel
L’Acquale is a 4-star hotel situated near Calvi beach, right in the center of the bay of the Genoese city. The hotel provides breathtaking views of Calvi town with its impressive citadel, sandy beach, beautiful bay, and the Monte Grossu mountains. Recently renovated in 2020, the hotel now boasts an intimate, authentic, and elegant atmosphere.
Porto
Meals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAverage Mileage
50 milesElevation Gain
5,700 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly with some climbs and gorgeous viewsMeals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAccommodations
Hotel Les Flot Bleus
Hôtel Les Flots Bleus enjoys a breathtaking setting in the Gulf of Porto, just steps from a historic Genoese tower and within easy reach of Ajaccio on Corsica’s west coast. This welcoming 3-star hotel offers warm hospitality and an inviting atmosphere, ideal for travelers seeking both comfort and adventure. Nestled in the heart of the Corsican Regional Natural Park, it’s the perfect base for exploring dramatic cliffs, pristine coves, and the island’s extraordinary natural beauty.
Ajaccio
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
45 milesElevation Gain
4,900 ftRiding Terrain
Rolling with climbs, descents and coastal ridingMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel San Carlu
Located in the heart of Ajaccio opposite the historic citadel, this elegant 4-star hotel offers modern rooms and suites with refined décor and marble bathrooms. Guests can enjoy a panoramic rooftop bar/restaurant with sweeping sea and city views, a fitness center, room service, a multilingual concierge, and easy access to the old port, beaches, and historic landmarks — the perfect blend of comfort and Corsican charm.
Propriano
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
40 milesElevation Gain
4,900 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly with some climbsMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Marinca Hotel & Spa
The Hotel Marinca is a luxurious 5-star hotel located in the Private Domain of Vitricella, surrounded by wild creeks and maquis. It boasts a private beach complete with sunbeds and four swimming pools. The hotel offers opulent rooms that are spread over two floors and the ground floor of a traditional Corsican building.
Bonifacio
Meals Provided
BreakfastAverage Mileage
45 milesElevation Gain
4,200 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly with some climbsMeals Provided
BreakfastAccommodations
Santa Teresa
Perched on the cliffs overlooking Bonifacio and the shimmering Mediterranean, the 3-star Hotel Santa Teresa offers elegant, thoughtfully designed rooms set within peaceful landscaped grounds. Guests can relax on the panoramic sea-view terrace or unwind in the hotel’s serene garden, all just a short stroll from the historic citadel and Bonifacio’s dramatic coastline.
Palau, Sardinia
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
35Elevation Gain
3,400 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly with some climbsMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
La Vecchia Fonte Boutique Hotel
La Vecchia Fonte is a charming 4-star retreat set in the lively heart of Palau, offering beautiful views of the marina and just a short stroll from a pristine white-sand beach. Its distinctive architecture recalls the timeless charm of traditional Sardinian villages, while the spacious, bright rooms provide comfort and tranquility. Warm, attentive staff ensure an effortless and welcoming stay, blending genuine hospitality with refined professionalism.
La Maddalena & Boat excursion
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
15Elevation Gain
1,100 ftRiding Terrain
Rolling with some shorter hillsMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
La Vecchia Fonte Boutique Hotel
La Vecchia Fonte is a charming 4-star retreat set in the lively heart of Palau, offering beautiful views of the marina and just a short stroll from a pristine white-sand beach. Its distinctive architecture recalls the timeless charm of traditional Sardinian villages, while the spacious, bright rooms provide comfort and tranquility. Warm, attentive staff ensure an effortless and welcoming stay, blending genuine hospitality with refined professionalism.
San Teodoro
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
50/60 milesElevation Gain
4,200/4,600 ftRiding Terrain
HillyMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Ollastu
Hotel Ollastu Resort is a 4-star hotel set in the peaceful Costa Corallina area, a short drive from the island’s iconic beaches. Nestled amid Mediterranean greenery with views toward the islands of Tavolara and Molara, this hotel combines relaxed coastal charm with classic Sardinian style. Guests enjoy spacious rooms, outdoor swimming pools, a sun terrace, restaurants and bars, a fitness center, and a free beach shuttle service to nearby sandy shores.
Oliena
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
50Elevation Gain
4,900 ftRiding Terrain
HillyMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Su Gologone
The 4-star Hotel Su Gologone sits at the foot of Supramonte, blending seamlessly into a landscape of juniper and wild olives. This charming white villa features an impressive collection of Sardinian craftsmanship, a swimming pool, and breathtaking views, offering a perfect mix of comfort, tradition, and exceptional service.
Oliena Loop
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
45 milesElevation Gain
4,200 ftRiding Terrain
UndulatingMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Hotel Su Gologone
The 4-star Hotel Su Gologone sits at the foot of Supramonte, blending seamlessly into a landscape of juniper and wild olives. This charming white villa features an impressive collection of Sardinian craftsmanship, a swimming pool, and breathtaking views, offering a perfect mix of comfort, tradition, and exceptional service.
Santa Maria Navarrese
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
45Elevation Gain
3,900 ftRiding Terrain
HillyMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Lanthia Resort
The 4-star Lanthia Resort is a hidden gem nestled between the forests of Ogliastra and the crystal-clear waters of the Arbatax Gulf. Offering a lounge bar, restaurant, swimming pool, and a spacious garden, it provides a serene retreat just steps from the beach.









