Corsica - Mare e Monti

In the morning, transfer to the entrance of the impressive Scala di Santa Regina gorge, whose paths are part of an ancient network of Alpine paths. You follow one of the most beautiful sections carved into the rock, which towers far above the gorge. In between, you have the opportunity to stop for a swim.

Short transfer from the Col de Vergio, a high mountain pass with majestic views and towering peaks. The path leads downhill through the pines of the Aïtone forest to the outskirts of Evisa, past rock pools and into the picturesque chestnut woods. Medieval houses and a lively atmosphere await you in the centre of Evisa.

Today you can relax or take a walk along part of the ‘Mare e Monti’ hiking trail, a path from village to village that used to be the only connection between the villages. It leads through the surrounding chestnut woods into a lush macchia. You reach the abandoned hamlet of Tassu, which is well worth discovering. The way back via the village of Cristinacce rounds off the insight into Corsican village life.

Your route leads along a former shepherd's path in the heart of the red granite rock massif of the Spelunca Gorge amidst impressive vegetation of eucalyptus, prickly pear cacti and agaves. After crossing a rushing mountain stream, the route crosses ancient Genoese bridges and continues to the idyllic village of Ota.

Hike above the deep blue Gulf of Porto with breathtaking views of the La Scandola nature reserve and Monte Senino. You can then admire the Calanche de Piana, a bizarre red granite rock landscape formed by erosion, which, like La Scandola, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.