Day 1
Marina di Scarlino – Portoferraio
Weigh anchor towards Portoferraio, the most populous town of Elba, the little “capital city” that acquired a role of international importance with Napoleon’s exile. Don’t forget to have a de-tour to take a swim in Cerboli. Its crystal blue sea will make you feel immediately on holiday. Not to be missed: the amazing view from the lighthouse Forte Stella.
Day 2
Portoferraio – Capraia
Weigh anchor towards Capraia, pearl of the Mediterranean Sea, that seems lonely and faraway but becomes a must-see destination for sea and sail lovers. Pay attention as the island is exposed to Libeccio, Sirocco and Mistral: you can moor in the little harbour or use the buoys to have a safe anchorage.
Day 3
Capraia – Macinaggio
Weigh anchor to reach Corse and Macinaggio, adorable town in Cap Corse, surrounded by the sea and the mountain. Beaches are wonderful sweeps of white sand and rock and jagged coasts that are hidden among inlets and bays.
Day 4
Macinaggio – Giraglia – Saint Florent
Point the bow towards Saint Florent. The small town, linked to its history, is surrounded by beautiful beaches, inlets and bays and is full of life. Anchor in Giraglia for a dive! The isle, in the end of Cap Corse, uninhabited and wild, is perfect to have some relax.
Day 5
Saint Florent – Isola Rossa – Calvi
Let’s sail to Calvi! A little de-tour for a bath at Isola Rossa is not to be missed. The name comes from the ochre of the rock island used as natural harbour. Calvi is enclosed between sea and mountain, extremely attractive thanks to the city walls, that arrive up to the crystal water, the immense bay and the beautiful beach that seems limitless.
Day 6
Calvi – Golfo di Girolata
Weigh anchor early in the morning to sail to Golfo di Girolata, surrounded by slopes covered by the Mediterranean scrub, that contrast with the red of porphyries and the turquoise of the sea. Not to be missed: a bath in the bay and a visit to the Genoese fortress that dominates the gulf from the XVI century, you will not be disappointed.
Day 7
Golfo di Girolata – Ajaccio
Point the bow towards Ajaccio. The Corsican capital city will fascinate you thanks to its amazing history. Ajaccio is an unique and magical city: the animated markets and the alleys of the old city are unmissable. Not to be missed: Have a taste of the typical dishes, they will make you crazy!
Day 8
Ajaccio – Bonifacio
Don’t linger anymore: Bonifacio is waiting for you. The beautiful city, beyond the Strait of Bonifacio, is situated on a small calcareous fjord, the panorama on the sea and the beaches under the high cliffs are stunning.
Day 9
Bonifacio – Lavezzi Islands
Let’s discover Lavezzi islands. This group of isles, situated between Sardinia and Corse, in the Strait of Bonifacio, are a wild paradises to discover. There are a lot of beaches, scattered among small rock inlets, of an extraordinary naturalistic value and great beauty. Pay attention: the islands hide many dangers. Overnight here, watching the sunset will be suggestive.
Day 10
Lavezzi Islands – Cavallo Island
Today’s destination is Cavallo island. It extends for one kilometre in the trait of the sea between Corse and Sardinia, a stretch between the Strait of Bonifacio and the Archipelago La Maddalena. It is the most Caribbean island of Mediterranean sea, the pearl of the Archipelago of Lavezzi. At first sight it seems to emerge from the sea to create a magical dock for sailing lovers. Pay serious attention: this trait of sea is very difficult to navigate, because of the currents that push boats towards the reefs.
Day 11
Cavallo Island – Porto Vecchio
Lift the sails towards Porto Vecchio! As many other Corsican towns, also Porto Vecchio has Genoese origins. It arises in the heart of Southern Corse and is one of the most interesting destination of the territory, which can be proud of its extraordinary prosperity of naturalistic wonders: mountains fall down in the sea, creating lots of beaches, inlets and small islands.
Day 12
Porto Vecchio – Marina di Campo
Weigh anchor early in the morning to reach Elba and Marina di Campo. The idyllic town will surprise you: food is very good and a walk in the inner city is compulsory. The beach is comfortable, nearby the harbour and with a pinewood where you can stay to have some relax. If southern winds blow you should have a safe anchorage. The jetty is not sufficient and mooring could be difficult when Sirocco blows.
Day 13
Marina di Campo – Marina di Scarlino
Your holiday is coming to the end, slowly sail to Marina di Scarlino. These two weeks of wind, sailing and sea will remain in your memories for a long time.
