Walking in Umbria Tour

Often overlooked in favour of its neighbouring region, Tuscany, Umbria is a region that deserves a more elevated reputation. Renowned for its extraordinary architectural and artistic heritage in Assisi and elsewhere, as well as its superb cuisine, it is a region, too, that is a superb destination for a walking tour, with beautiful scenery punctuated by charming towns and villages to reward the hungry and thirsty hiker. This brand new tour, escorted by local expert and resident, Roberto, is based at the delightful Antica Dimora alla Rocca Hotel in the heart of the small but beautiful hilltop town of Trevi, a hotel we have used for a decade now, to universal acclaim. Our itinerary takes us through wonderful scenery with glorious views, no doubt fuelled by the excellent local cuisine and wine!  

ITINERARY

We have graded each day’s difficulty with an approximate distance so that you can decide if this tour is the one for you. 

Day 1: Fly from London Heathrow to Rome.
On arrival in Rome, transfer by coach to Trevi (approx. two hours) and the Hotel Antica Dimora Alla Rocca. This evening a welcome drink will be served and dinner will follow in the hotel restaurant.

Day 2: Fonti del Clitunno: Moderate / Challenging Approx 9km/3 hours: Mostly level or gently downhill with a few short steep downhill stretches on stoney ground
Start with short stroll around Trevi (45 mins); then we ease into our first day of walking with a walk along the olive oil road to the beautiful Fonti del Clitunno (Springs of Clitunno) which inspired a poem “Alle fonti del Clitunno” by famous Italian poet, Giosue Carducci. On the walk through olive groves, we pass the pretty medieval village of San Benedetto, now an artists’ colony, and also stop for olive oil tasting before returning to the hotel by coach. This evening we have dinner at the hotel.

Day 3: Montefalco: Moderate Approx 9km/3 hours: Mostly on the level, mostly easy underfoot
This morning we head by coach to Montefalco, a medieval walled hill town at the centre of the famous eponymous wine region. From here we will walk from the town centre to a viewpoint from the ‘Ringhiera d’Umbria’ - the Balcony of Umbria. We then coach alongside the vineyards to a winery for a wine tasting and light lunch (included).  Return by coach to the hotel. This evening we have dinner at the hotel. 

Day 4: Rasiglia and Volperino: Challenging Approx 10km/3 hours: Steep inclines on ascent and descent, mostly on footpaths 
A more challenging day is in store today as we walk through mountain paths from one pretty village, Rasiglia, to another, Volperino, and back, with splendid views at every turn.  This evening we have dinner at the hotel.

Day 5: Full day at leisure in Trevi to relax
Time to recharge today with a full day to relax in Trevi.  Dinner is not included this evening, so perhaps take the opportunity to try one of the hostelries in the town square.

Day 6: Trevi and Truffles: Moderate / Challenging Approx 8km/3.5 hours: Mostly downhill initially, with a fairly steep incline from the lowest part of Trevi to the very top, via road and paths
Today we explore the surrounds of our base town, Trevi, as well as enjoying a visit to La Cucina di San Pietro a Pettine, a family run restaurant, for a truffle hunting experience followed by lunch. Here, we will enter into the forest with expert truffle hunters and their trusted dogs searching for the precious truffle and you will learn all about the ancient tradition of truffle hunting which remains unchanged for centuries. Afterwards you will enjoy lunch at the restaurant before returning on foot to Trevi. Evening at leisure.

Day 7: Collepino to Spello: Moderate Approx 8km/3hours: Mostly level, mostly easy underfoot
Our final day of walking takes us from the medieval village of Collepino along the olive tree roads following the medieval acqueduct to Spello. Originally a Roman settlement, pink stoned Spello sits above the Vale of Spoleto and its languid charms of this medieval town call for a leisurely stroll of the old streets.  Return to the hotel by coach.  This evening we have dinner at the hotel.

Day 8: Transfer from the hotel to Rome Airport with an en-route visit to Spoleto.

NB: Exact order of excursions may vary according to local conditions, weather and tour manager’s discretion

Please note the maximum group size on this tour is 15 passengers.

Please note that walking boots are essential, and clients should be in good health. Guided walks vary in length and difficulty and cover distances between 8-10km a day.

INCLUDED

• Return flights from London Heathrow to Rome
• Seven nights’ bed and breakfast at the four-star Hotel Antica Dimora Alla Rocca, Trevi, based on shared occupancy of a twin/double room
• Five dinners at the hotel and two typical Italian lunches
• Transfers and full walking itinerary as detailed
• Local walking guide to accompany all walks
• Tour manager throughout 

NOT INCLUDED

• Holiday insurance
• Meals other than those stated
• Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls etc
• Porterage and gratuities

HOTEL

Antica Dimora Alla Rocca, Trevi
Housed in the 17th century Palazzo Valenti in the centre of Trevi, the four-star Antica Dimora Alla Rocca offers a restaurant, bar, sun terrace and outdoor swimming pool. Bedrooms have en-suite bath/shower, TV, telephone, wifi, air-conditioning, safe, minibar and hairdryer. All rooms feature wooden ceilings, antique furniture and offer panoramic views. 

Antica Dimora Alla Rocca Website

OUR VIEW ON THE HOTEL
Located on a quiet square in the centre of the lovely old town of Trevi, the Hotel Antica Dimora Alla Rocca is an old romantic palace built in 1650 by local Giovanni Battista di Filiberto. Rooms are in the main building or attached annexe and are spacious and comfortable, some offering beautiful period features such as original beamed ceilings whilst the restaurant is located in the atmospheric vaulted cellars.