Travel up the coast from Cannes to meet Chef Marina, your host for the day. At a local market in Nice, she will share tips on selecting fresh meats, fish, produce, bread and other ingredients. You will enjoy a short coffee break before traveling to her elegant home. Chef Marina's warm way of welcoming guests into her kitchen is matched only by her ability to transform fresh ingredients into culinary fantasy. With Chef Marina's guidance, you will prepare and cook a delicious meal.

Drive from Cannes through lush forests of pine, olive and Cypress trees to the village of Mougins, a haven for the rich and famous that has been inhabited since pre-Roman times. Soon you will arrive at Cannes-Mougins, one of the most famous golf courses in France. Considered by Seve Ballesteros to be one of the best courses in Europe, this jewel of the French Riviera is known for its quality fairways and fast greens. One great hole follows another in an uncomplicated out-and-back design, and the 18th plays directly along the wonderful clubhouse.

On this excursion through the medieval port town of Calvi in the Balagne region of northwest Corsica, you will walk along narrow lanes and ancient ramparts as you follow your guide to the entrance of the towering citadel overlooking the port. At this 15th-century military outpost, stop to take in the vista of red roofs and luxury yachts below. Continue to the town square of Place d'Armes and then to Calvi Cathedral at the promontory's highest point.

Enjoy some of the best of Corsica with this journey through captivating villages perched high above the sea in the Balagne region. As you travel a scenic road from one burg to the next, you will witness the island’s history in medieval towns that have changed little over the centuries. Begin in Calenzana at the tree-lined Piazza Communa, dominated by the Église Saint-Blaise. Continue to the fountains, arcaded houses and ancient streets of Zilia and on to towns like Lunghignano that are beloved by filmmakers for their picturesque squares and granite houses.

This wonderful exploration makes you an active participant in the striking beauty of Corsica. Experience the jagged landscapes, waving grasses and crystalline waters of the island as you get your heart pumping on an electric bike. You'll embark primarily on tarred roads for approximately 2.5 miles before you reach a more rugged path stretching over the scenic, diverse and hilly terrain around Calvi.

Led by a nature guide with a background in botany, explore Corsica's craggy western coast of gulfs, beaches, cliffs, villages, vistas and more. Board a small boat for a panoramic tour of the natural wonders of this area, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Sail past dramatic calanques rising from the sea en route to Scandola Nature Reserve, known for its distinctive red cliffs that contrast beautifully with the deep blue waters.

The best way to experience the spectacular natural beauty of Corsica is on a 4x4 excursion that takes you well off the beaten path. Get a feel for the authentic essence of this beautiful island as you travel via tarmac, mountain roads and 4x4 tracks. Routes may vary based on road conditions, but you will traverse stunning lowlands and upper mountains, enjoying glorious coastal views as well as inland vistas of the countryside.

Experience the scenic wonders of the Balagne region in northwest Corsica with a tour and tasting in the vineyard of Domaine d'Alzipratu. You may discern the scent of olive and citrus in the air as you drive through the Balagne and its enchanting villages to reach the estate. The winery was created in the 1960s by Baron Henry Louis de La Grange and is composed of several south-facing parcels planted primarily with traditional Corsican varietals.

Discover the majesty of Corsica on a narrated hike that showcases the island’s snowcapped peaks, deep gorges, sweeping beaches, pine forests and dramatic coastline. Walking up the steps of Montée Rastello, you will reach the chapel of Saint Roch, where you will have magnificent views of the striated limestone cliffs along the coast and the isolated rock pillar called the Grain de Sable. Following your certified hiking instructor, you will head east toward the sea cliffs, where you will trace footpaths and mule tracks that have been trodden for centuries.

Ideal for first-time divers, this remarkable diving excursion allows you to explore an underwater world filled with colorful coral and a parade of vibrant marine life with an experienced dive instructor by your side at all times. After a step-by-step safety and equipment briefing, as well as basic and practical demonstrations, you will slowly descend into the water with an instructor. No certification course is necessary to enjoy this dive that allows you to gradually become accustomed to breathing with a regulator and being submerged.