Corsica (Ajaccio), France

Honey & Essential Oils of Corsica

Sample the Tastes and Aromas of the Island Immerse yourself in Corsican flavors and scents during a visit to an essential oil distillery and an apiary. Meet your guide and head into the magnificent Corsican landscape, passing by vast farmland and rolling hillsides during a drive by motor coach. Your first stop is a visit to a local essential oil distillery, where you will view a different use for locally grown flora. Here, you will see how native plants are processed into essential oils for the aromatherapy and perfume industries. After, continue your journey with a visit to a local honeybee farm—the island’s bees are known to create wonderfully rich-tasting honey from its fragrant flowers; pause to sample an array of special blends during your visit. Cap your excursion with a tasting of local sausages and cheeses, accompanied by a glass of wine. After, return to your awaiting ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.