Country Roads of Umbria & Tuscany (Classic, 9 Days)

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Summary

Starts
Rome
Duration
9 days
Languages
English

Description

Embark on a captivating 9-day tour through Italy's most enchanting cities and towns. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and gastronomy, taking you on a journey from the ancient city of Rome to the rolling hills of Tuscany. Marvel at the world's best-preserved Byzantine mosaics in Rome, hunt for truffles in the Umbrian village of Baschi, and weave through the medieval streets of Perugia. Explore the sacred sites of Assisi, enjoy the stunning views from the hilltop town of Cortona, and experience the Renaissance splendor of Florence. This tour is a feast for the senses, offering a rich tapestry of experiences that will leave you with unforgettable memories.

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Included

4 Dinner with Wine (DW)

8 Breakfast (B)

1 Lunch with Wine (LW)

Rome: Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travellers at a uniquely Roman local restaurant.

Umbria: Explore the art of Italian cooking with Chef Lorenzo and take part in a truffle hunting walk followed by a tasty lunch.

Perugia: You are offered a selection of restaurants on your Dine-Around Evening. Choose your own ambience, cuisine and drinks for an intimate culinary experience.

Siena: Enjoy a tasting of Panforte, a traditional Tuscan dessert containing fruits and nuts.

San Gimignano: Ascend serpentine alleyways to the artisan gelato parlour of world champion gelato maestro, Sergio Dondoli for a taste of his finest frozen treats.

Tuscany: Nestled in the rolling hills surrounding Sam Gimignano and surrounded by its own vineyards, olive groves, saffron crop and orchards, is the homely Il Vecchio Maneggio. Admire the beautiful views as you enjoy a drink before sitting down to your Celebration Dinner - a delicious Farm-to-Table experience, with all the organic produce sourced from the surrounding farm.

jain, vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, meat

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Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

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Accommodation is included.

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From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.

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Choose between two carefully selected activities

Siena: Visit Siena's medieval black and white striped cathedral with your Local Expert.

Siena: Enjoy a tasting of Panforte, a traditional Tuscan dessert containing fruits and nuts.

Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.

Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.

We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.

Rome: Enjoy exclusive access to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes during an after-hours visit. This 9th-century basilica’s simple facade guards the world's best-preserved Byzantine mosaics. The history of the church springs to life as you admire the interior’s treasured collection, including Bernini's first sculpture and the renowned mosaics, illuminated for your visit. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is a rare and unforgettable insight into Rome and its religious history.

Perugia: Meet Marta, a recipient of a TreadRight Foundation grant. Learn how she offers employment opportunities for local women and, alongside her weavers, preserves the ancient craft of loom-weaving in an artisan workshop.The workshop is owned by women and actively empowers women and girls through its education and training programs. Marta, and her students help to safeguard the unique patterns while contributing to the protection of Umbria’s cultural heritage. 

Laboratorio Guidetta Brozzetti advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality and UN Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities.

Assisi: See St. Mary of the Angels Church and join your Local Expert to walk through the cobbled streets and beautifully preserved medieval laneways of this quaint town.

Assisi: With a Local Expert, find out why the Basilica of St. Francis is considered one of the crowning achievements of Europe.

San Gimignano: Visit the medieval Manhattan of Italy!

Florence: Join a Local Expert to view the multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square. See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods.

"One thing I really love about showing guests about Italy is how art and beauty can be found around every corner of some of Italy's cities, which are real open air museums."

"One fun fact people don't usually know before they come to Italy is that the Italian alphabet only has 22 letters."

"I really love about showing guests the huge variety that Italy has to offer, from quaint countryside villages to cities full of stupendous art and architecture."

Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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Map

Attractions

Church of Saint Mary of Consolation
Christmas in Assisi, Saint Francis Basilica with the Christmas Crib. Province of Perugia, Umbria, Italy.Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi
photo of square of signoria in florence at sunrise, Italy.Piazza della Signoria

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Rome

Day 1: Welcome to Rome

Begin your Italian adventure in the historic city of Rome. After settling in, join your Travel Director for a private visit to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes, home to the world's best-preserved Byzantine mosaics. End your day with a delightful welcome dinner featuring local Roman specialties.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Vatican Museums and Umbrian Village of Baschi

  • Perugia
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Start your day exploring the Vatican Museums, home to an extensive collection of art and historical artifacts. Then, journey north to the charming village of Baschi. Here, you'll join a truffle hunting session and enjoy a pasta demonstration followed by a delicious lunch. End your day in the city of Perugia, where you'll explore its labyrinth of streets and alleys.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Exploring Perugia

  • Perugia
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Spend your day in Perugia, the capital city of Umbria. Visit an artisanal workshop and learn about the ancient craft of loom-weaving. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city's many delights. In the evening, choose from a selection of local restaurants for a delightful dinner.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Journey to Assisi

  • Perugia
  • Assisi
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  • Church of Saint Mary of Consolation
  • Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi
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Travel to Assisi, a beautiful medieval town nestled in the mountains. Visit the Church of St. Mary of the Angels and the Basilica of St. Francis, where you'll marvel at the 13th-century frescoes by Giotto.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Cortona, Siena, and San Gimignano

  • Assisi
  • Cortona
  • Siena
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Follow the shores of Lake Trasimeno to Cortona, one of the oldest hilltop towns in Tuscany. After exploring Cortona, continue to the cobbled streets of Siena, where you'll visit the Town Hall and sample a traditional Tuscan dessert. End your day in the medieval town of San Gimignano, your home for the next three nights.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Discovering San Gimignano

Day 6: Discovering San Gimignano

Spend the morning exploring the medieval skyscrapers and serpentine streets of San Gimignano. Don't miss the chance to try the unique flavors of gelato at the world champion gelato maestro Sergio Dondoli's parlour. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Renaissance City of Florence

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  • Piazza della Signoria
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Devote your morning to exploring the Renaissance city of Florence. A walking tour will take you to the city's iconic landmarks, including the cathedral, baptistery, and Piazza della Signoria. Enjoy some free time for shopping before ending your day with a farm-to-table celebration dinner at a local restaurant.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Return to Rome

  • Florence
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Bid farewell to the Tuscan hills as you journey back to Rome. Spend the afternoon at your leisure, exploring the city's ancient sites or indulging in some last-minute shopping.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Departure from Rome

Day 9: Departure from Rome

Your Italian adventure comes to an end. Departure transfers will take you to Rome's Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport for your onward journey. Arrivederci!

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