We woke up to a glorious and sunny morning in Corsica with National Geographic Orion docked beside the steep limestone massif of Bonifacio. At the very southern tip of the island, this charming medieval town combined an ideal defensive position with a sheltered deep-water harbor. The island fell under the dominion of Genoa in the late 13th century and remained so for hundreds of years.
We disembarked and split up to take in the environment on various adventures. One group took local boats to explore the stunning cliff formations and natural caves. Some guests hiked along the top of the headlands to take in the wild flora and amazing views. Others took a leisurely walk through the old town itself, learning its history and exploring its fortifications. Still others ventured inland to visit the medieval town of Sartene and explore a Bronze Age fortress.
After our morning excursions, we headed to an organic farm estate. A fantastic Corsican lunch was served with stew, cheeses, and pastries, all of which was sourced from the estate itself. From farm to table, via the shortest route possible!
