Indagare’s Marley Lynch
“Corsica is best seen by boat due to its rapidly changing landscapes—the rugged peaks of the north, red granite mountains on the western coastline, and powdery white-sand beaches of the south.”
Blessed with a stunning natural beauty, encompassing everything from coves with glorious turquoise waters to soaring, snow-capped mountain ranges, Corsica is a wonderful destination for travelers looking to get off the beaten path and who like to explore with a sense of adventure.
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Perfect forFamilies | Foodies | Romantics | Ultimate Indulgers
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When to goJune-August | September-November
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Ideal length of stay1 Week
Designing Your Journey
Work with Indagare to design the perfect itinerary for an immersive journey. Our travel experts know the destination inside and out, and they can make recommendations based on your travel needs and preferences.
7 Days: Essential Corsica
With its two distinctive regions—Cap du Sud and Haute Corse—the island of Corsica is best explored in a week that entails seaside exploration and relaxing at one of the many charming boutique hotels.
Day 1-2
Arrive in Calvi and check in at La Villa, in a room with a view of the Calvi Citadelle. Explore the small port city, which has some nice shops and cafes/bars. Book your first dinner at the Michelin-starred restaurant of La Villa. The next day, hire a boat to take you to the hidden coves of the Desert des Agriates, a beautiful protected area accessible only on foot, via 4WD or boat. Or road trip along the coast to visit such seaside towns as L’Ile Rousse and Saint Florent, both of which have wonderful restaurants in their port and some cute shops.
Day 3-4
Day trip along the Route des Artisans, passing through such towns as Pigna, Lumio and Corbara, for discovering small workshops producing ceramics, olive oils and jewelry. This can also be combined with touring some wineries in this wine-producing region.
On day 4, transfer to the southwestern Domaine de Murtoli to spend the remainder of your time in Corsica at a private villa on an expansive farm estate. The long-ish drive (~4 hours) can be broken up by visiting the hilltop town of Corte and with a late lunch at the acclaimed Auberge à Pignata, for an excellent Corsican meal.
Days 5-7
Relax on the spectacular property of Domaine de Murtoli, which has a beautiful beach, a golf course and acres to explore on foot or on bike. There are also day trip options to visit Bonifacio, Sartene and surrounding wineries.
Where To Stay
We only feature hotels that we can vouch for first-hand. At many of them, Indagare members receive special amenities, including upgrades, early check-in, breakfast, spa credits and more. Look for the Indagare Plus logo in the reviews.
Read MoreDomaine de Murtoli
Set on a sprawling 6,000-acre estate, these 20 stone houses sleep from two to sixteen guests. Add to that private pools, a golf course, three restaurants and breathtaking sandy coves and you have one of Corsica's most coveted private estates.
Read MoreGrand Hôtel de la Cala Rossa
One of the most well-established upscale hotels on the island, this 40-room grande dame is still going strong, thanks to its picture-perfect sandy cove, a Michelin-starred restaurant, a Clarins Spa and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Read MoreDomaine de Misincu
Opened in 2017, Domaine de Misincu is located in Cap Corse, the island’s wildest and arguably most beautiful part. It’s a contemporary design, housed in a multi-level building with white-washed architecture that is reminiscent of Greece – the Instagram factor...
Read MoreHotel La Villa
This sprawling villa-style property, owned by a local Corsican family, has an indoor and four outdoor pools, a fabulous spa and tennis courts and a true sense of place, thanks to spot-on views of Calvi's citadelle.
Read MoreHôtel Casadelmar
This stylish, 34-room hideaway has a Michelin-starred restaurant, lovely sea view suites, a state-of-the-art spa and a heated infinity pool.
