Half Day Between Medieval Town and Marina from Calvi Cruise Port
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the rich history and culture of Calvi on this exclusive 4-hour private guided tour. Your guide will meet you at the Port of Calvi and take you on a private journey through this iconic city, with unique cultural heritage. Explore Calvi's charming port, and watch the yachts and fishing boats dance in this picturesque 13th century harbour. While enjoying the unexpected anecdotes shared by your passionate guide, take the Sainte-Marie ramp to the majestic citadel perched on a rocky promontory. At the top of this 13th century Genoese fortress, enjoy a breathtaking view over the bay. Explore the cobbled alleys and ramparts of the citadel, and all the historic monuments at every corner. Experience a real immersion in the covered market of Calvi, where as a local and under the expert advice of your guide, you will taste a sample of specialties selected for you. This immersive tour is perfect for those seeking a connection with Calvi's history and unique cultural richness !
Inclusions
What's included
- Food tasting at the market
- Private certified guide
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
After meeting your private guide at the pier, you will stroll along the marina of Calvi, combination of Mediterranean charm and history, bordered by lively docks. At the rhythm of your guide’s explanations, you will admire the floating palaces and the smaller boats, that calmly splash on the water. You will succumb to this port's sweetness of life !
The iconic imperial citadel stands proudly above the Mediterranean Sea, and testifies to the great wealth of Corsica’s historical heritage. From the heights of the monument, you will have a 360 degree panorama over the city, the ramparts, the sea, and the surrounding nature. Exclusive pictures and memories Guaranteed ! At the heart of the citadel, your guide will introduce you to the Place d'Armes, surrounded by military buildings, and share with you exciting anecdotes about the history of the city.
Continue by getting lost in the old town with its cobbled streets with authentic charm, small stone houses, hanging flowers and squares full of history. For fans of historical heritage, Calvi is a real treasure. Your guide will invite you to follow the traces of monuments on the corners of each street, such as the baroque cathedral Saint-Jean-Baptiste, the oratory of Saint-Antoine Abbé, or the tower of Sel. Get ready for a journey through time !
This immersive tour will end on a gourmet note! As Corsica has an unrivaled gastronomic heritage, you will have the privilege to discover it during an immersion in the covered market of Calvi. Like a local and under the expert advice of your guide, you will taste a sample of delicious specialties selected for you. All senses awake, you will return to the port during a 10-minute walk.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- France - Top Private Tours
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that this is a tour of the city entirely by foot
How it compares in France, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 333% above the median of the 687 experiences we list in France, outside the cities.
- It is longer than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in France, outside the cities
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
