Corsica: An Island of Wine

For those who wish to extend their stay, we offer an optional 2 night (3 day) tour extension in Nice. Take extra time to relax or visit nearby Cannes or Monaco.

For those who wish to arrive earlier, we offer an optional 2 night (3 day) pre-tour extension in Nice. Take extra time to relax and explore Nice or visit nearby Cannes or Monaco.

Napoleon’s Birthplace also makes Great Wine

Corsica is another jet-set destination for vacations, and wine lovers are learning that it’s also a wine destination. It’s a French island of hidden gems and Vin will be happy to share the best that Corsica has to offer.

We’ll begin in the southern portion and move our way north, combining wine, local cuisine and culture. Leave it to Vin to gain access to VIP wineries and plan some exciting gourmet meals.

When we depart October 11 from Calvi, you’ll bring home many memories to share with friends. Or you can join Vin in France for his tour to Provence and the Rhone Valley.

How to book and reserve your spot: Click “Book Tour” above to book your tour today. You will have the option of paying in full, in part or making a deposit. Alternately, for more information, call us at 800-256-0141 or simply click here.

Where we’ll be staying on this wine tour

Tour Highlights:

3 nights in Ajaccio
3 nights in Calvi
Airport transfers
Deluxe motor coach
VIP winery visits and tastings
Various sightseeing activities including bay cruise
13 meals including 6 gourmet lunches or dinners

Above, a video on the area from the Calvi Tourism Board. For more on the region and our tour, click on the “Photos & Videos” or “More Info” tabs above.

What customers are saying:

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The Bordeaux “101” and “201” trips exceeded our expectations and after traveling with you to Uruguay and Argentina, our expectations were high. We were not “newbe’s” to Bordeaux, but our Continue Reading

Barbara & Bruce Adams California April 21, 2012

July just wasn't July without being on a wine trip with you, so enclosed is my Burgundy deposit...! Since my first trip with you was Champagne and Burgundy 1990, it Continue Reading

Penny Marland Veteran of Vin's Tours Connecticut April 21, 2003

We think and talk often of our wonderful trip to France! Recently, at a couples group we belong to, we were asked to share what our favorite trip together was Continue Reading

The Tylers New Hampshire April 21, 2010

We found the tour exhilarating, educational and very comprehensive. The accommodations were excellent... and transportation was excellent. Vin, you are a rare person who enjoys France and displays a degree Continue Reading

Jerry & Beverly Foster Wine Lovers Tours Alumni California April 21, 2004

Your French was a major bonus for us, making it possible to communicate with winemakers without being limited to whatever English they could muster.

Don Janson Michigan April 21, 2012

We would like to thank you for a wonderful, marvelous, fabulous and unforgettable trip to the Rhone Valley and French Riviera. In reviewing our photos, we realize how much we Continue Reading

Regina & Lee Steeneck Connecticut April 21, 2010

It's true that we have spent a very enjoyable week together and just as before, I have wonderful memories of the group. The success of your tours is due essentially Continue Reading

Philippe Ban Vin's bus driver in the Rhone Valley France April 21, 2010

We want to thank you for making our first trip abroad such a great success. Your planning and attention to the little details allowed us to experience the French people Continue Reading

Bill & Dolores Dabney New Jersey April 21, 1998

Both Gail and I enjoyed the whole trip immensely! The pace was just about right and the food and wine were great. We especially enjoyed the barrel tasting and we Continue Reading

Gail & Charles Bock Utah April 21, 2008

Now that we have fully recovered from our 3 week trip to France we want to thank you for such a wonderful trip to the Loire Valley and Burgundy. We Continue Reading

Dr. André and Peggy Laz Florida April 21, 2007

We had a great time in France. We especially enjoyed the guides we had at several of the vineyards and their discussions of how the mineral content of the layers Continue Reading

Rich & Kathy Heffernan Connecticut April 21, 2008

We're looking forward to the wine, the truffles, the scenery, the company, the vowel movements, and yes...even the frog! See you soon.

Linda & Dave Holzinger Florida April 21, 2005

I always thought the Spain/Portugal trip was my favorite. But it's a tie with "Wine and Truffles" now. Where do you find such great people to take the tours?

LaVera Nagle South Carolina April 21, 2004

Traveling with Vin Marottoli to visit the very best vineyards and meet winemakers around the world is pure pleasure. His trips are fun, exciting and informative. You get into the Continue Reading

John & Karen Schneider Connecticut April 21, 2007

I just wanted to let you know that I (and Margie, of course) had a fabulous time on your Bordeaux tours this year. Great wines, great food, and great company Continue Reading

Neill Bassford Wine Maker - Elk Run Vineyards Virginia April 21, 2013

Vin, thanks for the recent newsletter. It brought back such great memories of our France/Italy truffle trips with you, as well as the outstanding trip we took with you to Continue Reading

Beverly & Jerry Foster California April 21, 2014

I truly enjoyed our adventure to discover the wines of Southern France. I did my research ahead of time, but the trip down the Rhone River, then Provence, and ending Continue Reading

Judge Bill Riccitelli Rhode Island April 21, 2010

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Itinerary – Corisca, France – An Island of Wine – Fall 2016

Itinerary subject to change. Current as of 09/228/2016. Download the full itinerary here (PDF). For more information you can also click the “Photos & Videos” or “More Info” tabs to see some of the wineries and places we’ll be visiting.

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Day 1 Wednesday Oct. 5

Morning Group arrives in Ajaccio
2:00pm Meet in lobby for Petit Train ride and walking tour
Evening Welcome dinner at A Merendella Citadina

Day 2 Thursday Oct. 6

10:00am Visit and tasting at Domaine U Stiliccionu
12:00pm Lunch at Una Stonda
3:00pm Visit and tasting at Domaine Vaccelli

Day 3 – Friday Oct. 7

10:00am Visit and tasting at Domaine Comte Peraldi
12:00pm Lunch at Auberge du Prunelli
2:00pm Visit and tasting at Clos Ornasca
4:00pm Return to hotel
5:00pm Depart for sunset boat ride

Day 4 – Saturday Oct. 8

8:30am Check out and depart for Calvi
Afternoon Village visits, lunch and arrival at our Calvi hotel
6:00pm Walking tour of Calvi
8:00pm Dinner at A Piazzetta

Day 5 – Sunday Oct. 9

10:00am Visit and tasting at Clos Culombu
12:00pm Lunch at Casa Maio
3:00pm Visit and tasting at Domaine D’Alzipratu

Day 6 – Monday Oct. 10

10:00am Visit and tasting at Domaine Maestracci
12:00pm Lunch at Sol e Luna
3:00pm Visit and tasting at Domaine Renucci
8:00pm Farewell Dinner at La Palmeraie Signoria

Day 7 – Tuesday Oct. 11

Morning Transfer to Calvi airport, join us for our tour to Provence or continue your stay on your own.

Where we’re staying

In Ajaccio

Hotel San Carlu-Citadelle
8 Boulevard Danièle Casanova
20000 Ajaccio, Corsica
Tel. +01.33.4.95.21.13.84
Dates: Oct 5-7
Amenities: free wifi

In Calvi

Hotel Regina
 Avenue Santa Maria
20260 Calvi, Corsica
Tel. +01.33.4.95.65.24.23
Dates: Oct 8-10
Amenities: free wifi, pool, spa, lounge/bar, more

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Photo highlights of Corsica

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Photos:

: Harbor entrance to the old town part of Bastia

: Boats moored in Calvi

: Interesting facades in the old town

: Boats moored in Calvi

: The old town city wall in Calvi

: View of Calvi from the beach

: View looking over Calvi

: View overlooking Calvi

: Old town view of Bastia

: The port of Ajaccio

: Napoleon’s birthplace, now his museum in Ajaccio

: Lions Fountain -Monument to Napoleon Bonaparte in Ajaccio, Corsica

: The Cathedral in Ajaccio, Corsica.

: Corsica is known for its striking white rustic cliffs

: Wall and white cliffs in Corsica

: A view from one of the cliffs

: Beautiful sunsets are another common occurrence here

More Information

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Some of the Wineries we’ll be visiting:

Coming soon. Be sure to check back.

Other Sites Related to Where We’re Visiting:

The Official Corsican Tourism Board Site

Great Articles About Corsica/Wines:

NYT: Corsican Wines Speak a Language of Their Own
Food & Wine: Go on a Wine Trip to Corsica

Wine Tour to Corsica, France

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