Venture to the northern tip of the Gulf of Ajaccio for views of the Iles Sanguinaires and learn about Napoleon Bonaparte’s life history.

Get to know the notorious Napoleon Bonaparte on a half-day tour---with plenty of stunning views of Corsica along the way. Spot multiple statues of the man himself on your drive through Ajaccio before reaching the scenic Route des Sanguinaires highway. There, you'll get a chance to stop and take in panoramic views of the Gulf of Ajaccio and its famous Iles Sanguinaires. Then, you'll see Place Foch, the house where Napoleon was born, and the cathedral where he was baptized in 1771.

Energy Level

Duration

3.5 Hours

Type

RELAXING

Accessible

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Enjoy an introduction to Ajaccio and its surroundings on a half-day excursion
Travel by coach along the scenic Route Des Sanguinaires
Follow your guide on a walking tour to visit significant Napoleonic landmarks

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Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
The order of sites visited may vary
Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
Sailors should expect to walk over uneven pavement for an extended period of time.
Sailors should bring cash if they want to purchase local products
This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria

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Napoleonic Tour with Panoramic Views

Venture to the northern tip of the Gulf of Ajaccio for views of the Iles Sanguinaires and learn about Napoleon Bonaparte’s life history.

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