This is a mystical
and fascinating,
ancient and
spiritual land.
We are in the centre of Italy, in a region that has always been far from the sea and the trading areas: here the commercial influence has been milder, and the people live of a rural life that preserves ancient treasures and traditions. Nature remains the main character of the landscape in all its shades of green and brown, interrupted from time to time by strongholds, castles, monasteries and cities with an ancient and romantic flavour.
Saints, painters and artisans were born here, and here they left their indelible trace that remains unmutated through time so vividly that it seems possible to breathe the same air that inspired them, through the scents of cut hay, wet earth, new wine and tempera colours.
To the hard stone of Umbria, to its rolling hills and to its friendly people we are particularly connected, and we want to bring you to the discovery of these peaceful lands accompanying you where only those who grew up here with curiosity and love can bring you: houses and villages hide unimaginable jewels, that thanks to the kindness of their guardians we will have the privilege to discover.
We will also taste all the flavours of the wines and local cuisine that is linked to the land and traditions through simple recipes that have their strong point in genuine ingredients, in wild game and in the spontaneous products of the forest.
We will be hosted in two cities: Citta di Castello, a small pearl of culture and art, and Assisi, the city of San Francesco, capital of Peace. Every day we leave our hotels and set on foot to discover the wonders of this region.
Practical
informations
Difficulty level
We will walk 18 km on average a day at a steady but chilled pace and the paths are not particularly hard, making this trip suitable for whomever enjoys walking. We will always get back to the starting point at our hotel, so you just need to bring a small backpack with what is necessary for the day.
Accomodation
The accommodation provided is in double rooms, but single rooms are also available. For special request or single rooms please contact the organizer.
Transports
A private shuttle service is provided each day to get back to the hotel after the walk or to move to further destinations of our tour. The same shuttle will drive us from the station in Arezzo to our Hotel upon arrival, and to Perugia’s train station on the day of departure.
The group
In order to best enjoy our walks we keep our groups small: no more than a maximum of 12 people. The group will be lead by two guides, both fluent in English.
What to bring
Hiking shoes and clothes, comfortable backpack or fanny pack for the daily excursions, waterproof jacket, sunscreen.
Autumn in Italy can vary a lot. Temperatures are usually between 10-25 degrees celsius and it could get quite hot during the day and quite chilly in the evening: be prepared for both conditions.
Credit cards are widely accepted in Italy in all big business, but cash is still used for all little-medium expenses so we strongly advise you to have cash money for your daily personal expenses.
How to get there
Our meeting point will be the train station in Arezzo.
The closest airports are in Firenze, Bologna and Roma. Norwegian Airlines flies directly to Rome, SAS- Scandinavian Airlines flies directly to Rome, and to Bologna with a stop. Other companies like Lufthansa or KLM fly to Florence, usually with a stop.
To reach Arezzo by train you can buy the tickets through the Trenitalia website.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
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Detailed
programme
Day One
Meeting at 16.00 pm in Arezzo, at the train station, from there we move with our shuttle to the hotel in Città di Castello. Once settled in our rooms there will be a meet & greet to get to know each other, the guides will present themselves and the program for the week.
Day Two
Our shuttle will take us to the millenary Benedictine abbey of Monte Corona. From there we will walk all the way to its hermitage, where cloistered monks still live, and then we will move onto a marvelous XI century fortified village, which is now private. Return with shuttle.
Day Three
With the shuttle we will reach the medioeval town of Monte Santa Maria Tiberina and from there we will start our walk that will take us through wonderful landscapes to a Franciscan hermitage of the thirteenth century. We will than walk all the way back to our hotel, stopping by an early 18thhundred villa and it’s botanical garden
Day Four
We will start the day visiting the local market in town, from there we will move onto the hills that surround the town and we will stop for lunch to eat a very typical recipe, the “ciaccia sul panaro”. Back in Città di Castello we will discover the pearls that this city hides.
Day Five
We move towards Assisi, were we will spend the next three nights. Our shuttle will leave us close to the city and we will walk our way to the hotel through the beautiful nature that surrounds this famous Italian town. The luggage will be brought to the hotel by shuttle. Free evening to visit the town.
Day Six
We will cross by feet the Subasio mount, reaching the Carceri hermitage, the place where Saint Francis used to meditate. From there we will walk all the way to the beautiful town of Spello.
Day Seven
We will go to the discovery of the countryside that surrounds Assisi, encountering artistic and religious gems on our path. Public transports will take us back to the hotel.
Day Eight
Departure. We will accompany you to Perugia’s train station
Please Note: The above schedule is subject to change due to weather or other circumstances beyond our control.
15700 kr.
Included
- 4 nights accommodation in a 3 star Hotel in Città Di Castello + 3 nights in a 3 star Hotel in Assisi
- Breakfast and dinner in both Hotels.
- All transportations from the arrival in Arezzo, until we drive you to Perugia on the last day.
- All activities and visits.
- Guides.
Not included
- Plane tickets
- Transportations to Arezzo and from Perugia on the first and last day
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Beverages and alcoholic drinks
- Tips
- Everything else not specified under “included”