Clear skies & golden sands

Two of the Mediterranean’s most captivating islands – one Italian, one French – both blessed with blue skies, warm waters and natural beauty. Join us on this wonderful two-centre holiday, which combines the first three nights and the last night of your holiday staying close to Sardinia’s stylish Costa Smeralda, one of Europe’s most celebrated destinations, with three nights on rugged Corsica, birthplace of Napoleon and blessed with one of the Mediterranean’s most fascinating and diverse landscapes. With some delightful excursions, and plenty of time to rest and relax, included this is a perfect way to discover two island paradises in one.

Highlights

  • Spend time in the Costa Smeralda - a glitzy playground for the wealthy since the 1960s
  • Enjoy ancient Alghero and the views across to the Capo Caccia
  • Explore the hill-top town of Bonifacio, including a train ride
  • Take in the amazing rock formations of the Calanques de Piana
  • Experience a guided tour of Napoleon Bonaparte's birthplace - Ajaccio
  • Embrace the splendours of idyllic sea-side Porto

Inclusions

  • Seven nights’ carefully chosen half board accommodation at the four-star Hotel Martini in Olbia and the three-star Castel Vecchio Hotel in Ajaccio. Note 2023 dates are on bed & breakfast
  • Excursion to the Costa Smeralda
  • A guided visit to Alghero
  • A guided tour of Ajaccio
  • A visit to Porto
  • An excursion to Scandola Nature Reserve
  • Return ferry crossings from Sardinia to Corsica and train ride in Bonifacio
  • Return flights to Olbia
  • Comfortable, air-conditioned coach travel throughout
  • Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager, with specialist local guides where applicable

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