Arrive at Palombaggia — consistently ranked among Europe's most beautiful beaches — before the day-trippers, with a private guide who knows the quietest stretches of pink-sand shore framed by ancient umbrella pines and flame-red porphyry rocks. Pure Corsican paradise at its most unhurried.
What to expect
A private transfer (15–20 minutes) delivers you to Palombaggia's northern access point just after 09:00. Your guide leads a gentle 40-minute walk along the pine-shaded coastal path, explaining the unique geology of the red porphyry rocks and the fragrant Corsican maquis. You then settle into a reserved beach-club area at the legendary Tamaricciu beach restaurant for swimming, paddleboarding, and a long rosé lunch. The return transfer is timed precisely to your ship's schedule.
Good to know
Tamaricciu beach club is extremely popular — reserve sunbeds by email at least one week ahead at tamaricciu.com. The coastal path is flat and easy. Taxi transfers cost roughly EUR 25 each way from the port. Palombaggia is about 20 minutes south of Porto-Vecchio.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Porto Vecchio — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.