Umbria, Cycling The Green Heart of Italy - 10 day tour - Classic Self Guided
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an enchanting 10-day journey through the heart of Italy, exploring the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes of Umbria. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience into Italy's artistic center, Perugia, the sacred town of Assisi, the ceramic studios of Deruta, and the medieval charm of Spello, Bevagna, and Todi. Discover the Roman ruins, Renaissance buildings, and the well-preserved town of Spoleto. Savor the exquisite wines of Torgiano and Orvieto, and explore the 'ghost town' of Civita di Bagnoregio. This tour is a perfect blend of cycling, sightseeing, and indulging in Italy's gastronomic delights.
Included
All breakfasts are included
See options for special dinners and meal activities below
vegetarian, vegan
Includes:
9 nights in 3- and 4-star lodging
All breakfasts
Bike fitting and briefing in English by our professional staff at tour start
Access to smartphone app with tracks and digital roadbook
Luggage transfers
Solo Traveler and Private Group departures available:
please inquire.
Lodging Upgrade:
room upgrades are possible in some hotels - please inquire for prices and availability.
Extra nights:
If you'd like to add nights before or after the tour, please inquire - we will be happy to provide a quote and add the nights to your tour package.
Extra meals & activities:
(please inquire for price and availability)
Cooking classes available in various tour locations! Organized by Le Cesarine, experts in Italian culinary experiences. You will be hosted by a local at their home - your "Cesarina" - in a class that lasts about three hours, during which you will help the Cesarina prepare three courses. In the fourth and final hour, you will enjoy the meal (lunch or dinner) which you prepared during the class. Water and one bottle of house wine for every 3 people are included.
Additional options available: please inquire for prices and availability
Day 1 – Dinner at the hotel in Perugia
Day 2 – Guided visit of Assisi
Day 4 or 5 - Olive oil tasting in Bevagna
Day 6 – Dinner at the hotel in Spoleto
Day 7 – Dinner at the hotel in Todi
Day 9 – Guided visit of Orvieto
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Bike Rental options:
We offer quality bikes in different styles, all great options for this bike tour. Our bikes are maintained and delivered in optimal working condition.
The prices below are per bike for the duration of the tour, including delivery to starting point in Perugia and collection from ending point in Orvieto.
Bike rental rates
Aluminum hybrid: €160
Premium Titanium road or hybrid: €210
E-bike (hybrid with straight handlebar): €320
Tandem: €370 (price per bike, for 2 cyclists)
Tag-along or kid trailer: €100
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Perugia
- Perugia - Arrival day
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- Perugia Cathedral
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Welcome to Perugia, the artistic heart of Italy and the vibrant capital of Umbria. Known for its Perugina chocolate and lively old town, Perugia offers a delightful start to your journey. Spend the day exploring the city at your leisure before joining us for a bike fitting and briefing in the afternoon. Rest and rejuvenate at Hotel La Rosetta (or similar) for the night.
Day 2 – Day 2: Journey to Assisi
- Assisi
- Perugia
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- Church of Saint Andrew
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Bid farewell to Perugia and cycle towards the sacred town of Assisi, the second most important pilgrimage destination in Italy. Visit the revered Church of Saint Francis and, if time permits, take an extra ride to the tranquil hermitage outside the village. Rest for the night at Hotel Giotto (or similar).
Day 3 – Day 3: Deruta and Torgiano
- Deruta
- Assisi
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Today's ride takes you to Deruta, renowned for its ceramic studios. Continue to Torgiano, a major wine producer, and visit the famous Lungarotti winery. The route back to Assisi takes you through the quaint hamlet of Brufa. Spend the night at Hotel Giotto (or similar).
Day 4 – Day 4: Spello, Foligno, and Bevagna
- Assisi
- Spello
- Foligno
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Leave Assisi behind and head south to Spello, a town rich in Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance history. Continue to Foligno, another Roman town, and enjoy lunch in the square. Your final stop for the day is Bevagna, a well-preserved Medieval village. Rest for the night at Hotel Porta Guelfa (or similar).
Day 5 – Day 5: Trevi and Montefalco
Day 5: Trevi and Montefalco
- Rocca Paolina
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Today, you will parallel the historic Via Flaminia, a Roman road, built in 220 BC. Visit the Roman towns of Foligno and Spello, and the Medieval towns of Trevi and Montefalco. These hill towns capture the essence of Italy. Spend the night at Hotel Porta Guelfa (or similar).
Day 6 – Day 6: Spoleto
- Spoleto
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- Fonti del Clitunno
- Spoleto Cathedral
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Cycle to the well-preserved medieval town of Spoleto, famous for the Festival dei due Mondi, a three-week dance, music, and opera festival. Explore the Cathedral and the fortress Fortezza Albornoz. Spend the night at Hotel Clitunno (or similar).
Day 7 – Day 7: Todi
- Todi
- Spoleto
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- Town hall
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Today's route takes you to the beautiful hilltop town of Todi, one of the region's oldest settlements. Explore Todi's main square 'Piazza del Popolo', often described as the most perfect medieval piazza in Italy. Rest for the night at Hotel Fonte Cesia (or similar).
Day 8 – Day 8: Orvieto
- Orvieto
- Todi
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- Orvieto Cathedral
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Ride along the Tiber Valley to the spectacular Renaissance city of Orvieto. Perched on a volcanic plateau, Orvieto is one of the most beautiful cities in Umbria. Visit its cathedral, a blend of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Spend the night at Hotel Palazzo Piccolomini (or similar).
Day 9 – Day 9: Civita di Bagnoregio and Lago di Bolsena
- Orvieto
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Today's loop ride takes you to the 'ghost town' of Civita di Bagnoregio and the volcanic Lago di Bolsena. Explore the interesting village of Civita di Bagnoregio before heading to the lake. Spend the night at Hotel Palazzo Piccolomini (or similar).
Day 10 – Day 10: Farewell
- Orvieto - Departure day
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After breakfast, your unforgettable cycling experience in Umbria comes to an end. Whether you choose to extend your stay in the beautiful city of Orvieto or continue your journey to Florence or Rome, we hope you carry home fond memories of this Italian adventure.
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