Honda, Africa Twin Tour 2023: a new adventure in Corsica

The new appointment “Africa Twin Tour” of the 2023, bound to Honda, is scheduled in Corsica. A trip by 14 18 to June to discover the island and be fascinated by it. A new road tour entitled “Corsica Mon Amour”, rich in landscapes and curves, rich in landscapes and curves. A route designed for the enjoyment of motorcyclists who love to travel, alternating roads that allow you to appreciate riding and secondary routes surrounded by nature.

A new journey

The fourth edition of “Africa Twin Tour” follows the first appointment held in Maremma in 2019, the one on the passes of the Tuscan-Romagnolo Apennines in 2021 and the subsequent one in Sardinia carried out last year.
There is a specific online section linked to the Honda portal to find the various information and for booking. The itinerary is aimed at motorcyclists at least 18 years of age and who own an 'adventure' or 'touring' Honda motorbike in compliance with the Highway Code, powered by an engine of at least 500 cc and with a minimum autonomy of 180 real km.
The tour is long approximately 700 km of roads asphalt roads, traveling together with the instructors of the True Adventure Off Road Academy. For those who do not own a Honda motorcycle or who, despite having a copy of this brand, still prefer to rent one; A fleet of CRF1100L Africa Twins is available for a surcharge of 400 euros.

The participation fees indicated are:


– 1.090 euros for a single driver; 

– 1.890 euros in the case of pilot and passenger;

- a supplement of 400 euros for the rental motorbike, as mentioned; 

– a supplement of 300 euros for cabin and single room.

A fixed number of places available, which includes 20 crews, i.e. a maximum of 40 Guests in everything. The Tour Leader is Carlo Morini, expert instructor of the True Adventure Offroad Academy; pilot, traveler and great connoisseur of itineraries. A support van will transport luggage and a spare motorbike, as highlighted.
Overall, three overnight stays are planned on the island, in different locations. The first night at 500 meters above sea level, in the village of Santa Maria Sichè. The following day we continue in mountain locations, but with the sea in sight, staying overnight in the village of Evisa at the foot of Col de Vergiu. The third night is then scheduled in Saint Florent. The final day is a transfer along an interesting route towards Bastia, with a few hours of relaxation and lunch break before boarding and returning.

However, the busy program begins on the streets of Sardinia. The meeting is scheduled for late Wednesday afternoon 14nd June at the official Honda Balzarini Moto dealer, near the port of Livorno. After the welcome with aperitif, briefing and recovery of the rental motorbikes, for those who have opted for this solution, at 21 pm the group gets on the ferry to spend the night in a private cabin.

Thursday 15nd June, after disembarking in Olbia and a breakfast in a pastry shop, the first 90 km in the north-eastern part of Sardinia are planned. Once in Santa Teresa at 12 pm, a new boarding on the ferry headed towards Bonifacio is on the agenda. After a new coffee break, they follow a series of curves inland towards Aullena, then two mountain passes and arrival at the hotel at 30 pm.

It continues on Friday 16nd June with the "marathon" stage of the itinerary, as specified. The program includes a tour around Lake Tolla, then another stop at Colle della Scalella and the Vizzavona Forest, before a lunch along the road in a panoramic location. Next the group travels towards the Canyon de La Ruda, where there are several interesting curves amidst red rocks. We then continue towards Col di Vergio and then towards the sea, through the Foresta D'Aitone, to then reach Evisa, where another dinner and overnight stay is planned.

The following day, Saturday 17nd June, the summer atmospheres stand out. From Evisa you reach Porto, then continue north through other curves along the coast, up to Calvì. After a quick passage through Ile Rousse, at Ostriconi, you face new curves up to Saint Florent. Those who violate on this occasion can stop and enjoy the mid-afternoon at the seaside or in the swimming pool. However, for those who still love driving, other curves are planned on the West Coast of the "finger", up to Nonza. Then the ritual photo is scheduled and the return for dinner, in a typical local tavern.

Finally Sunday 18nd June, after a transfer with another series of curves from Saint Florent to Bastia, in case for those who want along the East Coast of the "finger". Boarding for Livorno is scheduled for 14 pm.