Hidden Umbria Walk

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 Trip Length
8 Days
 Trip Starts
Assisi
 Trip Finishes
Spoleto
8 Day Hidden Umbria Walk Itinerary (Exodus)
Countries Explored: Italy
Trip Style
Walking & Trekking
Budget
Affordable
Pace
Leisurely
Trip Code
W07UB

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Exodus 8 Day Hidden Umbria Walk. The walks follow a mix of quiet country lanes, paths and trails, using in part the St Francis' Way - so called after the route the saint took on his final visit to Assisi in 1226 - and the 'Sentiero degli Ulivi', the Olive Grove Trail. Along the way, admire the stunning valley vistas from the slopes of the 'bald mountain' Monte Subasio, discover the secluded hermitage of St Francis nestled amongst ancient oak forest, pass through olive groves that date as far back as Roman times and wander around the evocative centro storico...read more of the walled town of Bevagna.

You stay in beautiful medieval towns including Assisi, 'the town of St Francis' with its UNESCO-listed basilica; flower bedecked Spello, which lies on the other side of Mount Subasio from Assisi, and Spoleto - the town of the amphitheatre and aqueduct. The walking is beautifully unhurried, leaving you plenty of time for independent exploration of these lesser known Umbrian gems.

Itinerary

Explore the UNESCO St Francis' basilica and the town's many other sights.

Set off across the olive grove clad slopes of Monte Subasio, enjoying the gorgeous view below. If doing the longer option, pause at the Hermitage of St Francis, the saint's historic retreat, before traversing a mountain trail to Spello, the town of flowers, famous for its annual Infiorita festival when the streets are carpeted in colourful floral mosaics. A shorter optional walk is also available (B).

Follow a beautiful path along a Roman aqueduct to the cobbled streets of the hilltop, pink hued village of Collepino. Then it's downhill through olive groves back to Spello before taking a train to Foligno. Alternatively, continue along the historic St Francis' Trail all the way to Foligno. A shorter optional walk is also available (B).

There's ample time to discover the ancient market town of Foligno with its Romanesque cathedral, evocative Trinci Palace and many museums. Then walk along the Topino river across the lush valley, with gorgeous views of Montefalco, to the walled town of Bevagna, home to the 13th century Gothic Palazzo dei Consoli, the golden theatre and Roman temple and baths (B).

Make your way through a patchwork of olive groves and vineyards to the hilltop wine village of Montefalco. Wander round its medieval streets, admire the superb views and enjoy wine tasting in one of the many Sagrantino wineries. A panoramic downhill walk with stunning views of the Valle Umbria brings you back to Bevagna (B).

Transfer to Trevi. Discover this old theatre town with remnants of the Mura Romana (Roman Wall) and Mura Medieval (Medieval Wall) still encircling the town. Then join the ancient St Francis' Trail to amble along to the hillside church of Madonna di San Arcangelo. Pass the secretive Eremo Francescano (Convento Pissignano) before heading to your hotel in the pretty village of Campello Alto (B/D).

Pick up the St Francis' Trail as you make your way through olive groves and tiny medieval villages to Spoleto. Discover the town's Roman arch, 12th century Duomo and 14th century viaduct (B).

The tour ends in Spoleto after breakfast (B).

Trip Inclusions

  • Ancient pilgrimage trails, boundless olives groves, verdant vineyards, flower filled towns, panoramic medieval villages
  • UNESCO Assisi, vibrant Foligno, spectacular Spoleto, historic Bevagna
  • Stay in the famous wine village of Montefalco - the Balcony of Umbria
  • Impressive limestone gorges, rare flora and fauna in the Monte Subasio Natural Park
  • Superb regional cuisine: highly prized black truffles, the finest of olive oils, famous Sagrantino wines

  • 7 nights hotel-to-hotel in HHH, 3 star and 4 star accommodation
  • 8 day land only / flight inclusive
  • 6 days walking, with shorter options on 2 days
  • The routes and paths you follow are generally well maintained. As there are frequent ascents and descents, you need to be reasonably fit and confident. 
  • All continental breakfasts and 1 evening meal
  • Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
  • Route directions and maps
  • Luggage transfers between hotels
  • Walking transfer on day 6

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified.
  • Flights not specified are not included
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Prices & Dates

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Note
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