From Florence PRIVATE: Historical Umbria, Assisi and Orvieto - On the Romans way

About this tour

An 11–12 hour private drive from Florence through Umbria's countryside, stopping in Assisi and Orvieto. Walk through Assisi's medieval streets and learn about Saint Francis, then sit down to a traditional Umbrian meal with local wine. Afterwards, explore Orvieto's layered Roman past—ancient walls, the well, theatre ruins—before taking in the cathedral's façade with a glass of wine in hand.

Highlights

• 1.5-hour guided walk through Assisi's Roman and medieval quarters
• Lunch with Umbrian specialties and regional wine in Assisi
• Admission to the Basilica of Saint Francis included
• Orvieto's Roman theatre, Arch of Drusus, and ancient fortifications
• Cathedral square with time to sit and absorb the architecture
• Private vehicle with air conditioning and bottled water
• Pick-up and drop-off from your Florence accommodation

What to expect

You'll be collected from your hotel and driven south into Umbria's rolling green landscape. Once in Assisi, your guide walks you through cobbled streets pointing out layers of Roman and Christian history—including where Saint Francis lived and preached. After 1.5 hours on foot, you'll sit down to a proper lunch with local wine at a restaurant with views over the valley. Post-lunch, it's a short drive to Orvieto, perched on its volcanic plateau. You'll have freedom to wander the old town, descend into the famous well if you wish, or simply pull up a chair near the Duomo with a glass of wine and watch the light change on its intricate façade.

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