Corsica (Corse) - GR20

• "The Isle of Beauty" - Wild and rugged mountains juxtaposed with the Mediterranean Sea.
• The GR20 is considered one of the most challenging GR (Grande Randonnée) routes in France roughly following the North-South spine of the island.
• 13 days demanding trekking including the spectacular Cirque of Solitude.

Corsica is located in the Mediterranean sea to the south of mainland France with its culminating point being Monte Cinto (2 706m).

The complete GR20 is a trek of contrasts from wild pine woods, grassy "meadows" and gentle undulating terrain to stark mountain terrain. An unforgettable traverse of the mountains of Corsica; the isle of beauty with magical coves and gorges. The GR20 roughly follows the spine of Corsica starting in Conca in the south and with it's finale, Calenzana in the north.

The Cirque de Solitude is a magnificent and awe inspiring place. As you stand on the lip of the cirque you can see the exit the far side but cannot see the bottom. Chains and a short ladder protect the difficult sections and other rocky sections will require frequent use of the hands for balance and progress. Corsica Photo Gallery - GR20 here.

Itinerary

D1 - Meet at Calvi Airport. Transfer to Bavella and the first nights accommodation.

D2 - Bavella to the Bergerie d'Asinau. No access to baggage. 4 - 5 hrs walking.

D3 - Monte Alcudina (2134m) and descent to the plateau of Cuscione. Usciolu refuge. No access to baggage. 8 - 10 hrs

D4 - Traverse of Monte Formicola (2000m), col de Lapara (1525m), Col de Verde (1290m). 7 - 8 hrs. Access to baggage

D5 - Plateau de Gialgone (1590m), descent to Vizzavona. Gite accommodation. 8 hrs Access to baggage

D6 - Northern Section - Muratellu - Cascade des Anglais, descent to the Onda refuge. No access to baggage. 6 - 7 hrs

D7 - Point de I Pinzi Corbini, col de la Haute Route, descent to the Restonica valley and Grotelle. Access to baggage. Camping. 8 hrs

D8 - Grotelle, lac de Capitellu and climb to the breche and descent to the Computile plateau. Bergeries to Vaccaghja. Camping. No Access to baggage. 6 hrs walking.

D9 - Bergeries de Vaccaghja, lac de Nino, col St. Pierre, col de Vergio to the refuge to Ciotullu di i Mori. Refuge. No access to baggage. 8 hrs walking.

D10 - col de Verghju, and descent to the Tula valley and Vallone. Camping adjacent to restaurant. No access to baggage. 7 - 8 hrs walking.

D11 - The impressive Cirque de la Solitude, bocca Tumaginesca, and descent to Haut Asco. Hotel Access to baggage. 7 hrs walking..

D12 - Col du la Muvrella, Refuge Carrozu. No access to baggage. 5 hrs 30 walking.

D13 - Carrozu to the refuge Ortu di u Piobbu. No access to baggage. 6 hrs walking.

D14 - The final stage to Calenzana and transfer to Calvi. Hotel. 6 hrs walking. A chance for a final dinner together, possibly in one of Calvi's many quayside restaurants.

D15 - Group services finish after breakfast.

Tour Summary

The following is a summary of the tour informaiton. For further details please request a tour fact file.

Duration:	15 days
Price	Euro 1450 per person. Private group price by arrangement
Min / Max Group size:	5 - 10
Rating:	Demanding trekking over frequently rocky and rough terrain.
Dates & Trip Status:	Trip ID Arrival Date Departure Date Price Availability GR2001 19 Jun 2010 03 Jul 2010 1350   GR2002 14 Aug 2010 28 Aug 2010 1450   Private group departures please contact me to arrange a departured dateat your convenience.
Accommodation:	Huts (shared dormitory type rooms); Gites - Dortoir; Tents; Hotels (twin rooms).
Meals:	Dinner, Breakfast and a picnic Lunch except Dinner on the final night in Calvi.
What's included:	Guiding by qualified accompagnateur - Brevet d'Etat alpinisme; accompagnateur en moyenne montagne. Luggage transfer - where indicated Transfer from Calvi on the day of arrival.
What's not included:	Flights - please see our Travelling Here page for links to flights or request the tour details file. Additional accommodation (not within the itinerary). Insurance Drinks and tips (unless indicated)

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