Umbria Unveiled (self guided)

8 days - from $1575

Walk through the hill towns of Umbria along the ancient pathways of St Francis

Italy has a ‘Green Heart’, where it is a pleasure to walk through the lovely countryside on this self-guided adventure. You walk from village to village, a full immersion in the mythical Umbrian landscape. At first through forests and vineyards, then through the rolling hills between the spectacular hilltop towns of Trevi, Spello and Assisi. A short detour can be made to the wonderful high plain of Castelluccio, near Norcia, with its extensive meadows, fields of wheat and wild flowers. Walking here in spring is an unforgettable experience! Moreover Umbria is a land full of cultural treasures, ranging from the world famous Assisi, to lesser known small medieval towns like Trevi, Spello and Norcia, and of course the wonderful Roman town of Spoleto. You have ample time to visit these historic towns and the many beautiful medieval monasteries along the pilgrim’s roads. However the emphasis of the tour is to enjoy the countryside, the rolling vineyards, the poppies in spring and the wild cyclamen in autumn. Most of all, many of the views have changed little for hundreds of years. Eastern Umbria is still an area where you feel the genuine heart of Italy. You’ll walk at an easy pace from highlight to highlight, taking in the best of central Italy. Our tour finishes in the city of Assisi, but can easily be extended with a day or more in Perugia, the region’s capital city, a beautiful and lively cultural capital.

Highlights

• Historical Spoleto
• The old Roman town of Spello
• Umbria - Italy's 'Green Heart'
• Valnerina valley of the Nera river

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Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive Spoleto2: Spoleto - Monteluco3: In to the Valnerina4: Marmore waterfalls5: Along the ‘Path of the Olives’ to Trevi6: Spello - Assisi7: Assisi - Mt Subasio8: End Assisi
Included:

Luggage transfers, transfer on Day 5, detailed route notes and maps.

Not Included: International flights, arrival & departure transfers, departure taxes, visas, travel insurance (compulsory on all trips), meals (unless stated in itinerary), drinks, additional tours or activities, entrance fees, taxis/transport (if opting out of walks), tips and items of a personal nature.
Meals: 7 breakfasts, 2 dinners
EquipmentIncluded: 07 Feb 12
Valid From: 01 Jan 10
Valid Until: 30 Jun 13
Notes:

This is a self-guided walking tour and does not include the services of a tour guide and you will not be part of a group. Departure dates This trip operates daily from 01 March until 31 October. Route notes At the joining hotel on Day 1 you will receive your detailed road book which includes a technical description of the itinerary, maps, contact listing and 24-hour emergency phone number, as well as useful information on each place visited.

Starts/Ends: Spoleto to Assisi
Trip Reference: PEUU