Sardinia & Corsica Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
Sardinia & Corsica Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2025: Jun
Italian & French Mediterranean Isles
In Sardinia, bike past idyllic beaches and ancient mountains. Then follow fragrant trails and kayak hidden coves in Corsica. Off the coast, a wildly enchanting two-island family adventure awaits.
Highlights
- Retreat to abundantly beautiful islands made up of rolling hills filled with wildflowers, alpine mountains and fragrant coastal bluffs coated in island maquis
- Bike and hike unspoiled routes from dazzling coastal enclaves to traditional mountain hamlets
- Kayak, swim and explore the azure waters of pink granite inlets off La Maddalena archipelago
- Liberate your senses as you taste the flavors of Mediterranean wine and cuisine at extraordinary seaside hotels
- Experience the architecture and culture of clifftop Bonifacio, a collection of houses and buildings perched upon chalk-white limestone
StartPorto-Vecchio, Corsica
EndOlbia, Sardinia
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Start your active family getaway in Porto-Vecchio on the French island of Corsica • Discover L'Ospedale, a typical Corsican mountain village • Hike amid lush pine forest and rocky peaks • Take in breathtaking views over the bay • Amble down to our hotel's private beach before a splendid dinner.
Night 1
Private seafront terraces, sophisticated modern design and an exclusive beach create an idyllic escape along Corsica’s coastline. (pool, spa)
Days 2-3
Ride unforgettable routes from Corsica's east to west side through the Alta Roca's heavenly alpine villages perchés (perched villages) • Stop in classic mountain hamlets like Zonza, San-Gavino-di-Carbini or Levie for a café and croissant • Admire the island’s rugged coastline and wild landscapes as you boat across the Valinco gulf to seaside Campomoro • Hiking trails bring you to tiny fishing villages and historic Genoese towers • The delightful village of Olmeto awaits • Kayak and swim with your family in crystalline waters and witness a spectacular underwater world.
Nights 2-3
Elegant, luxurious and serene, this beachfront hotel is surrounded by nature with a private golden-sand beach, lush gardens and sweeping views over the sea. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Explore the ancient city center of cliff-top Bonifacio • Journey across the strait to Italy's stunning Sardinia • Discover the secluded coves and turquoise inlets of La Maddalena archipelago • Quiet impeccable roads make for sensational cycling • Bike across the spellbinding island of Caprera • Step into the one-time home of Giuseppe Garibaldi, a pivotal figure in Italy’s history and unification • Pause and absorb the atmosphere in traditional seaside villages • Hike in Costa Smeralda, a natural wonderland • Follow scenic trails flanked by pine trees • Rest and relax by the sea at our retreat on Sardinia's coast, where isolated beaches and sorbet-hued granite rocks meet sparkling blue lagoons.
Nights 4-5
Set in the heart of glamorous Porto Cervo, and offering private beach access, this lively Mediterranean resort exemplifies the unique Costa Smeralda style. (pool)
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Ferry schedules between Sardinia and Corsica can be subject to strong winds and rough seas. On the rare occasion that our ferry does not run as scheduled, we’ll extend our stay on the first island with alternate activities until we’re able to travel. Should this be the case on your trip, your leaders will share more details about what to expect.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Night 1
Premiere Hotel
Private seafront terraces, sophisticated modern design and an exclusive beach create an idyllic escape along Corsica’s coastline. (pool, spa)
Nights 2-3
Premiere Hotel
Elegant, luxurious and serene, this beachfront hotel is surrounded by nature with a private golden-sand beach, lush gardens and sweeping views over the sea. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
*Deluxe Hotel
Set in the heart of glamorous Porto Cervo, and offering private beach access, this lively Mediterranean resort exemplifies the unique Costa Smeralda style. (pool)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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