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2023

Corsican Cruise - Leaving from Nice (port-to-port package) Corsica reveals its hidden treasures

8 Days - NAO_AIPP
# Description

Cruise

NICE - AJACCIO - BONIFACIO - PORTO VECCHIO - BASTIA - L’ÎLE ROUSSE - NICE

Kalliste. The most beautiful. The ancient Greeks used this name to talk about the allure of Corsica, a veritable heaven on earth that seems to have every wonder of the world on its shores or in its hills. Join us on a cruise to discover the kaleidoscope of blue in the sea waters and the fresh mountain air in the peaks.

Croisi +
All inclusive on board

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Exceptional cruise to discover Corsica from north to south
  • ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
  • Dinner with Corsican music and songs in a traditional inn
  • The island’s major areas: Ajaccio, Calvi, Bonifacio, and Porto-Vecchio
  • Cap Corse and the nature reserve on the Archipelago of Lavezzi
  • The natural wonders : the Îles Sanguinaires, the Calanques de Piana(1) and the Balagne Region
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Route

Day 1

NICE

Passengers are welcome to board at 5:00 p.m. We'll set out on an optional tour of Nice(1) (not included in the packages). The best way to get to know Nice is by strolling through the city and adsorbing its sights and sounds. After our excursion, we’ll return on board the ship. We’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Tonight we’ll enjoy dinner and an evening of activities on board. Our ship will cruise to Corsica overnight.

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Day 2

AJACCIO

Our ship will begin to cruise to Corsica.

In the afternoon, we offer two excursions:

CLASSIC package: Ajaccio and the Îles Sanguinaires. Ajaccio, the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, has a rich and historical past. We’ll also stop at the Pointe de la Parata, get a good glimpse of the Îles Sanguinaires, and stroll through this exceptional natural area.

DISCOVERY package: The sights and scents of Corsica.We’ll cross the maquis—the Corsican underbrush exploding with a potpourri of flowers and plants—for a visit to Corsica PAM in Ocana.

An evening of Corsican music and song on board.

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Day 3

AJACCIO

Today,

JOIN US FOR A full-day excursion to the Calanques de Piana and the village of Porto (pre-booking only). Our coach will travel along the picturesque coastline dotted with rocky inlets until we reach Porto. We’ll then jump on a local boat and head to the Calanques de Piana, where sheer cliffs and rock sculptures seem to jet up from the water and radiate a red hue along the coastline.

OR

This morning,

DISCOVERY package: A visit to the Maison Bonaparte, a national museum. The museum retraces the history of the Bonaparte family in Corsica as well as the series of exiles they experienced.

This afternoon,

DISCOVERY package: An afternoon at Mare E Sol or Capo Di Feno.

At the end of the day, we'll begin to cruise to Bonifacio. We'll enjoy dinner and an evening of entertainment.

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Day 4

BONIFACIO

Excursion for both packages:

This morning, we’ll set out on a guided tour of Bonifacio. Bonifacio is rich with a history told along its small streets and paths, the thousand-year-old fortress, and the sturdy stone homes perched high above the sea waves.

In the afternoon, join us for an excursion to the nature reserve on the Archipelago of Lavezzi. The islands are scattered with sculpted granite boulders and impressive cliffs.

In the evening, we’ll have a delicious, in-season dinner at a traditional inn accompanied by Corsican music and songs.

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Day 5

PORTO VECCHIO

This morning, we offer two excursions:

CLASSIC package: Set out on a guided tour of Porto-Vecchio. The old town includes the ruins of a 16th-century citadel and gorgeous views of the marina.

DISCOVERY package: A trip to Palombaggia Beach (with the possibility of a picnic lunch from the ship).

In the late afternoon, we'll begin to cruise towards Bastia.

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Day 6

BASTIA

Today, we offer two excursions:

CLASSIC package: Cap Corse Located to the north of Bastia and Saint-Florent, Cap Corse is a 25-mile-long promontory with several attractive fishing villages, gorgeous coastline, and a couple of good beaches.

DISCOVERY package: Enjoy a full day of free time in Saint-Florent (lunch not included). Saint-Florent is a seaside city built on the cliffs overlooking the mouth of the Aliso River and the gulf that bears its name.

At the end of the day, we’ll continue to cruise towards l’Ile-Rousse.

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Day 7

L'ILE ROUSSE

This morning, we offer two excursions:

CLASSIC package: A tour of Calvi and its citadel. You’ll discover its large marina and immense bay surrounded by unique landscapes and often snow-capped mountains.

OR

Discover the old villages in the Balagne Region. These are the fertile hills of the island—commonly referred to as the Corsican gardens—where more than thirty villages are perched on cliffs or hidden in narrow valleys.

DISCOVERY package: Kick back at Bodri or Ghjunchitu beach.

We’ll then spend the afternoon crossing the Mediterranean to Nice. Tonight is our festive gala evening.

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Day 8

NICE

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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Dates & Prices

START IN 2023
Departure 05/05/2023
Arrival 05/12/2023
FROM $ 5,427 PP
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Departure 05/12/2023
Arrival 05/19/2023
FROM $ 6,150 PP
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Departure 05/19/2023
Arrival 05/26/2023
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Departure 05/26/2023
Arrival 06/02/2023
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Departure 06/02/2023
Arrival 06/09/2023
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Departure 06/09/2023
Arrival 06/16/2023
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Departure 06/16/2023
Arrival 06/23/2023
FROM $ 4,863 PP
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Departure 06/23/2023
Arrival 06/30/2023
FROM $ 4,434 PP
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Departure 06/30/2023
Arrival 07/07/2023
FROM $ 6,150 PP
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Departure 07/07/2023
Arrival 07/14/2023
FROM $ 4,863 PP
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Departure 07/14/2023
Arrival 07/21/2023
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Departure 07/21/2023
Arrival 07/28/2023
FROM $ 5,427 PP
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Departure 07/28/2023
Arrival 08/04/2023
FROM $ 5,427 PP
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Departure 08/04/2023
Arrival 08/11/2023
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Departure 08/11/2023
Arrival 08/18/2023
FROM $ 4,434 PP
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Departure 08/18/2023
Arrival 08/25/2023
FROM $ 4,863 PP
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Departure 08/25/2023
Arrival 09/01/2023
FROM $ 4,863 PP
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Departure 09/01/2023
Arrival 09/08/2023
FROM $ 6,657 PP
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Departure 09/08/2023
Arrival 09/15/2023
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Departure 09/15/2023
Arrival 09/22/2023
FROM $ 6,150 PP
Ship : MV La Belle des Océans Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 09/22/2023
Arrival 09/29/2023
FROM $ 5,427 PP
Ship : MV La Belle des Océans Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 09/29/2023
Arrival 10/06/2023
FROM $ 4,863 PP
Ship : MV La Belle des Océans Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 10/06/2023
Arrival 10/13/2023
FROM $ 4,434 PP
Ship : MV La Belle des Océans Ship category : PREMIUM

* Price based on double occupancy

Sales

  • 20% discount for 1 child between 2 and 9 years old sharing a cabin with 1 adult (on the price of the cruise only - excluding supplements and service fees)
  • 30% discount for 1 child between 2 and 9 years old sharing a cabin with 2 adults (on the price of the cruise only - excluding supplements and service fees)
Included :
Not included

your cruise in the cabin category of your choice - excursions included in the package selected - all meals - drinks with your meals and at the bar (not including our special wine and drinks list) - emergency/repatriation insurance - all port fees.

drinks from our special lists or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - transfers to/from departure/arrival points - cancellation and baggage insurance - personal expenses.

Shore Excursions

Ajaccio and the Îles Sanguinaires

We'll leave by coach for a panoramic tour of Ajaccio, Corsica's main commercial and cultural hub. You'll take in the city's main sites including the bronze monument to Napoleon and his brothers, and the Place d'Austerlitz, where l...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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Bonifacio

Our first visit will begin with a tourist-train tour of the city, a veritable open-air museum. Bonifacio is rich with a history told along its small streets and paths, its thousand-year old fortress, and the sturdy stone homes perched high above the...

Duration 3h00 Classic
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Calvi

We'll leave for Notre Dame de la Serra to enjoy some of the best views on the island. We'll then head to the citadel. Crowning a lofty promontory, Calvi's massive fortified citadel offers superb wraparound views from its five watch towers...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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The Cap Corse

The Cap Corse is the northern-most peninsula on the island. Its long, windy road traverses the wild coastline offering view after view of amazing scenery: high cliffs, enchanted castle ruins, and picturesque villages. Leaving from Bastia, we'll b...

Duration 9h30 Classic
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Boat Trip to the Lavezzi Islands

The best times in Bonifacio are spent on the sea. A scenic boat tour will take you along the cliffs and grottoes to the Lavezzi Islands. We'll head to the boat on foot, and then enjoy a guided tour of the Lavezzi Islands Nature Reserve, a small a...

Duration 3h00 Classic
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Day trip to the Calanques de Piana and Porto

Join us for an amazing full-day excursion to the red rocks and gorgeous waters at the Calanques de Piana. The sheer heights of the cliffs and beautiful, time-sculpted stone are just many of the wonderful sights within this UNESCO World Heritage Site....

Duration 9h00 Classic
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Porto Vecchio

Porto Vecchio is cut in half. Its quaint streets and castle ruins occupy the upper city, while the lower city sports more modern architecture. We'll take a coach to the historical heart of the city, and enjoy a tour on foot of its main attraction...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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Ajaccio and the Îles Sanguinaires

We'll leave by coach for a panoramic tour of Ajaccio, Corsica's main commercial and cultural hub. You'll take in the city's main sites including the bronze monument to Napoleon and his brothers, and the Place d'Austerlitz, where l...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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The Villages in the Balagne Region

We'll set off for a tour of villages in the Balagne Region. Each village has a story to tell about its culture and traditions. Discover a world of Corsican traditions, including the stonewash houses, fountains and the sacred churches that bind th...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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Bonifacio

Our first visit will begin with a tourist-train tour of the city, a veritable open-air museum. Bonifacio is rich with a history told along its small streets and paths, its thousand-year old fortress, and the sturdy stone homes perched high above the...

Duration 3h00 Classic
See more

The Cap Corse

The Cap Corse is the northern-most peninsula on the island. Its long, windy road traverses the wild coastline offering view after view of amazing scenery: high cliffs, enchanted castle ruins, and picturesque villages. Leaving from Bastia, we'll b...

Duration 9h30 Classic
See more

Boat Trip to the Lavezzi Islands

The best times in Bonifacio are spent on the sea. A scenic boat tour will take you along the cliffs and grottoes to the Lavezzi Islands. We'll head to the boat on foot, and then enjoy a guided tour of the Lavezzi Islands Nature Reserve, a small a...

Duration 3h00 Classic
See more

Day trip to the Calanques de Piana and Porto

Join us for an amazing full-day excursion to the red rocks and gorgeous waters at the Calanques de Piana. The sheer heights of the cliffs and beautiful, time-sculpted stone are just many of the wonderful sights within this UNESCO World Heritage Site....

Duration 9h00 Classic
See more

Porto Vecchio

Porto Vecchio is cut in half. Its quaint streets and castle ruins occupy the upper city, while the lower city sports more modern architecture. We'll take a coach to the historical heart of the city, and enjoy a tour on foot of its main attraction...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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Beach time - Ajaccio

An excursion to Mare E Sol Beach or Capo Di Feno (depending on traffic). Chill at one of the white beaches and take a dip in the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea! Small huts offer a variety of food and snacks during your pause.PLEASE NOTEThe...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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Bonifacio

Our first visit will begin with a tourist-train tour of the city, a veritable open-air museum. Bonifacio is rich with a history told along its small streets and paths, its thousand-year old fortress, and the sturdy stone homes perched high above the...

Duration 3h00 Classic
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Beach time - Calvi

Kick back at Bodri or Ghjunchitu Beach. These sublime beaches are both heaven on earth nestled between the azure sea and the wild maquis. Enjoy a moment of real fun and relaxation, either by catching some rays or exploring the tide pools in the coves...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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Boat Trip to the Lavezzi Islands

The best times in Bonifacio are spent on the sea. A scenic boat tour will take you along the cliffs and grottoes to the Lavezzi Islands. We'll head to the boat on foot, and then enjoy a guided tour of the Lavezzi Islands Nature Reserve, a small a...

Duration 3h00 Classic
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The sights and scents of Corsica

We’ll cross the maquis—the Corsican underbrush exploding with a potpourri of flowers and plants. Our first stop will be Corsica PAM, in the center of the Prunelli Valley, where Paul and Jean-Pierre Caux built their essential oil business...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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Maison Bonaparte national museum

The Maison Bonaparte is the house where Napoleon and most of his siblings were born. The museum recounts the rise of both Napoleon and his brother, Joseph, to power in Ajaccio. The home changed hands several times over the centuries before being gift...

Duration 2h00 Classic
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Beach time - Porto-Vecchio

An excursion to Palombaggia Beach. Palombaggia Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Crystal-clear waters, islands dotting the horizon, white sand, and umbrella pines are waiting just for you. Water sports enthusiasts can rent jet...

Duration 6h00 Classic
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Full day of free time in Saint-Florent

Saint-Florent is tucked between Cap Corse and the Balagne Region, where the only desert in Europe is found. This ancient Genoese city sits on one of the most beautiful gulfs in the Mediterranean. Today, it is known playfully as the Corsican Saint-Tro...

Duration 8h00 Classic
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Ships

Several ships available for this cruise

Valid national identity card or passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.


INTERNET

SATELLITE CONNECTIONS

Our ship provides Internet connection via satellite while we cruise, which is different and slower than what we are used to through our regular home or office services. We cannot guarantee connection at all times. Please keep this in mind while you are enjoying your vacation with us.

TELEPHONE SERVICE

DURING CRUISE

When we are at sea, you can connect your device(s) to the onboard GSM/3G network. Your service provider will automatically send you the terms and conditions of use for this service. You will be able to make calls, send messages, or use the Internet through this network’s roaming services. The GSM network will be turned off once the ship enters a port.

WHILE IN PORT

When the ship is in a port, you will be able to receive and make calls via your international calling/service plan according to the country you are visiting.

WATCH OUT FOR SERVICE FEES

We strongly recommend that you contact your service provider before your departure; international calls and data usage can be very costly and are almost never included in basic operator packages.

PLEASE CHECK THE SETTINGS FOR YOUR DEVICE

Once you are on board, but before you connect to the Internet, please check the settings for your device(s).  We request that you limit the downloading of videos and large-volume files. Automatic updates to your PC, tablet, and smartphones will affect the speed and cost of your connection. You probably have automatic updates for apps on your devices that you are not aware of. We recommend that you deactivate these updates while you are staying with us.


Warning: Navigational obligations and weather conditions can disrupt the itinerary, and in certain cases, intermediate stops may be canceled. If this happens, CroisiEurope will do our best to find the best solution according to passenger expectations. For safety reasons, the company and/or the captain of the ship are the only authorities who can modify the cruise itinerary. 2021 PRE-CRUISE PROGRAM (subject to changes). (1) Only on pre-booking. Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation.

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