7 Days Umbria and Tuscany Tour - from Rome
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating seven-day tour that takes you through the heart of Italy. This multi-day tour is a journey through time, where you'll explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, medieval villages, ancient Roman ruins, and breathtaking natural landscapes. From the bustling streets of Rome to the tranquil beauty of Lake Trasimeno, each day is a new adventure. You'll taste local delicacies, including Umbria black truffle and world-renowned Chianti wine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this beautiful country. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or simply a lover of stunning landscapes, this tour offers something for everyone.
Included
6 buffet breaksfat at the hotel
Black truffle food tasting
Wine tasting: Nobile in Montepulciano and Chianti
Comfortable A/C private coach or minivan depending on the number of participants
tour by boat at Lake Trasimeno (Isola Maggiore, return ticket)
3 ovenights in a 4 star hotel in the centre of Assisi, comfort or Superior room depending on your option choice.
3 ovenights in a 4 or 5 star hotel in the centre of Siena, depending on your option choice (in 2023 hotel 4 star with accommodation in classic or superior room)
an expert multilingual tour director for all the tours
WiFi on board
Entry to Basilica di San Francesco
Visit of an antique underground wine cellar in Montepulciano.
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Rome - Tivoli - Marmore - Spoleto - Assisi
- Spoleto
- Assisi
- Tivoli - Arrival day
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- Spoletosfera
- Tivoli Cathedral
- Menotre rainfalls
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We begin our journey in Rome, heading to the picturesque village of Tivoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning villas. We'll explore the old town, admiring medieval buildings and ancient Roman ruins. After a short stop at the beautiful Marmore Falls, we continue to Spoleto, a city of Roman origin, where we'll see iconic monuments like the Bridge of the Towers and the Arch of Drusus. Our day ends in Assisi, where we'll spend the night.
Day 2 – Day 2: Assisi - Perugia - Todi - Assisi
- Perugia
- Todi
- Assisi
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- Town hall
- Basilica di Santa Chiara
- Perugia Cathedral
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After breakfast, we'll indulge in a tasting of local products made with the flavorful Umbria black truffle. We'll then take a stroll through Assisi's old town, ending with a visit to the Basilica of Saint Francis. Our journey continues to Perugia, the capital of the Umbrian region, where we'll explore the old town and its rich history and art. In the afternoon, we'll visit Todi, a charming walled village, before returning to Assisi for the night.
Day 3 – Day 3: Assisi - Lake Trasimeno - Gubbio - Assisi
- Gubbio
- Assisi
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- Parco Regionale del Lago Trasimeno
- The Fontana Maggiore
- Mount Subasio
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Today, we'll head to Lake Trasimeno, the largest lake in central Italy. We'll take a ferry to Isola Maggiore, a quaint island with a population of just 17. After exploring the island, we'll return to the mainland and continue to Gubbio, a city that sits 500 meters above sea level and boasts a rich history from the Roman to the papal era. We'll return to Assisi for the night.
Day 4 – Day 4: Assisi - Orvieto - Siena
- Orvieto
- Assisi
- Siena
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- Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli
- Fortress
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We'll start our day with a visit to the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, built atop the chapel where Saint Francis used to pray. We'll then head to Orvieto, a city known for its Gothic Cathedral and the St. Patrick Well. After exploring Orvieto and enjoying lunch, we'll continue to Siena, where we'll spend the night.
Day 5 – Day 5: Siena - San Gimignano - Volterra - Siena
- Siena
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- Villa Crastan
- SanGimignano1300
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After breakfast, we'll explore the city of Siena, known for its vibrant flags, twisted streets, and gothic monuments. We'll then head to San Gimignano, the city of towers, and Volterra, a city famous for its alabaster craftsmanship. After a day of exploration, we'll return to Siena for the night.
Day 6 – Day 6: Siena - Radda in Chianti - Greve in Chianti - Lucca - Siena
- Lucca
- Siena
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- Rocca di Castellina in Chianti
- Walls of Lucca
- Galleria Continua
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Today, we'll take the Chianti Route, visiting charming hills, picturesque villages, and vineyards. We'll stop at Radda in Chianti and Greve in Chianti, before heading to Lucca, a city surrounded by a perfectly preserved Renaissance wall. After a day of exploration, we'll return to Siena for the night.
Day 7 – Day 7: Siena - Montalcino - Pienza - Montepulciano - Rome
- Siena - Departure day
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- Cantina di Montalcino
- Porta al Prato
- Parterre
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On our final day, we'll visit an antique wine cellar in a 15th-century building in Montalcino, where we'll have the opportunity to taste the excellent red Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. We'll then continue to Pienza, a city known for its artistic beauty and delicious cuisine. Our last stop is Montepulciano, a town famous for its wine production. We'll then return to Rome, marking the end of our unforgettable journey.
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