Le tour de Corse en croisière

You've chosen Corsica for your next vacation, but with so many wonders to discover, you're worried you won't be able to see everything? One solution: explore this destination by boat. After all, it's the ideal way to explore an island, isn't it? And between 2 ports of call, you can enjoy all the comforts of a cruise: luxury, calm and pleasure!

A coveted territory

It's no coincidence that the 4th largest island in the Mediterranean Sea has for centuries attracted the interest of North Africa, Italy and France.

Affiliated with the latter since the 18th century, Corsica is indeed a concentrate of natural riches that have attracted explorers since Antiquity and seduce travelers today.

Its many attractions include

Magnificent landscapes: secluded coves with fine sandy beaches bathed by an emerald sea, mountains peaking at over 2,000 m, wild coves, sheer cliffs...
Visitors to the archipelago, which includes the neighboring islands of Sanguinaires (south-west of Ajaccio) and Lavezzi (south-east of Bonifacio), are also inspired by the marine wildlife, including dolphins, whales, rays and turtles.

If nature contributes greatly to Corsica's appeal, culture is not to be outdone:

Heritage: Napoleon Bonaparte's birthplace, the fortresses of Bastia and Bonifacio, the Calvi citadel, the Fesch palace, the picturesque villages of Sartène, Cargèse or Saint-Florent (a former Genoese city, the Republic of Genoa having also bequeathed to the island towers protecting it from pirates in the 16th century).

Gastronomy: the many local markets offer Brocciu and Niolo cheeses, Coppa, Lonzu and Figatellu for charcuterie lovers, and Fiadone cake with brocciu and lemon for sweet tooths.

Set course for the island of beauty

Are you dying to get ashore and make the most of the beauty of this precious land?

That's what French cruise ship owner PONANT has to offer. Continuing the great French tradition of maritime navigation, the company founded in 1988 lets you discover Corsica as if you were on your own sailboat. As the wind blows, all passengers (32 maximum) can enjoy a vacation between sea and mountains, surrounded by crew members and a dedicated chef.

Lasting from 6 to 10 days, Ponant.com's Corsica cruises not only offer stopovers off the beaten track, but also exclusive access to sites such as Elba Island, made famous by the most famous of Corsicans, Napoleon I, or the Domaine de Murtoli.

The “Great Corsican Loop” cruise also includes visits to Calvi and its rugged landscape, the Gulf of Ajaccio and Sant'Amanza with its azure waters, and the unforgettable fortress of Bonifacio.

During a refined maritime experience, the many faces of the island are revealed from one cape to the next, all to the rhythm of sailing powered by vele, offering authentic moments in harmony with nature: ready to embark?

To find out more about Ponant cruises in Corsica, visit the website of this French company, which has been sailing the world's seas for over 35 years. We wish you a pleasant voyage.

Valérie from Comme des Français

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