Enchanting Italy road trip through Umbria with foodie perks
- Round trip
- 7 or 9 nights
- Italy
- total price from £ 1,478.00 ]
- price based on: 2 adults
Embark on a scenic self-drive tour of magical Umbria and its historic towns, with flights, car rental, breakfast, wine tasting & more foodie perks
Discover the picturesque Italian region of Umbria on an unforgettable self-drive tour. Your adventure kicks off in Pietralunga, a pretty village nestled amidst the rolling hills; wander the narrow, medieval streets and you’ll soon find yourself enchanted by the historic atmosphere. Stops by the ancient city walls and the Romanesque church of San Giovanni Battista are musts before making your way to your next stop - Bettona. Drive south through the undulating landscape towards this idyllic town embraced by olive groves and vineyards. Here, the fascinating art and archaeology museum should be at the top of your itinerary. Round off each day with breathtaking views of the Valle Umbra over a glass of local vino. Want to experience even more of authentic Umbria? Opt for the longer tour to include Spoleto in your travels. This historic city boasts an impressive cathedral and the spectacular Ponte delle Torri, a medieval aqueduct that crosses a deep valley.
Ready to experience Italy like never before? Every step of this journey offers the opportunity for unique experiences and unforgettable memories amidst the spectacular scenery that makes Umbria a true jewel. And as if that weren’t enough, you’ll be staying at some gorgeous country hotels, enjoying plenty of perks throughout your stay. All that’s left to do is pack!
Included
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Seven or nine nights in Umbria, Italy
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Breakfast throughout the trip
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Inclusions at the Abbazia San Faustino:
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- Welcome drink
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- Small welcome gift in the room
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- Three-course tasting dinner, once per stay
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- Wine tasting at Blasi Cantina, once per stay (Sundays only)
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Inclusions at Il Poggio degli Olivi:
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- Dinner, once per stay (on day of arrival or Wednesday)
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- Oil tasting with charcuterie platter, crostini and one glass of wine, once per stay
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Inclusions at Il Baio Relais (nine-night tour only):
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- Three-course tasting dinner, once per stay
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Pool access in all hotels (seasonal)
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Rental car
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Return flight from Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, Manchester to Florence
Umbria uncovered
Synonymous with rolling vineyards, ancient hilltop settlements and traditional cuisine, it doesn’t get much more beautiful than Umbria. Nicknamed the Green Heart of Italy, this region is perfect for a rural getaway, with picturesque cycling and horseback riding routes, lakeside trails and numerous wineries to visit. From the UNESCO highlights and history of Assisi to the medieval architecture and magnificent churches in Perugia, the towns of Umbria have even more to offer in the way of culture; don’t miss a wander through Renaissance masterpieces in a local museum or a visit to Assisi’s famous Basilica.
Day 1-3: Pietralunga
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Apennines, Pietralunga blends history, culture and nature to capture the essence of Umbria. After arriving in town, kick off with a visit to the impressive 8th-century fortress of Rocca Longobarda or a stroll through the narrow streets with their well-preserved …
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Day 4-7: Bettona
Surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, picturesque Bettona impresses with its well-preserved medieval walls and historic buildings which have earned it a title as one of the most beautiful villages of Italy. Art lovers and culture vultures can head to the Museo della Città di Bettona to marvel a…
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Day 1-3: Pietralunga
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Apennines, Pietralunga blends history, culture and nature to capture the essence of Umbria. After arriving in town, kick off with a visit to the impressive 8th-century fortress of Rocca Longobarda or a stroll through the narrow streets with their well-preserved …
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Day 4-6: Bettona
Surrounded by olive groves and vineyards, picturesque Bettona impresses with its well-preserved medieval walls and historic buildings which have earned it a title as one of the most beautiful villages of Italy. Art lovers and culture vultures can head to the Museo della Città di Bettona to marvel a…
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Day 7-9: Spoleto
At the heart of Umbria, Spoleto delights visitors with its rich history and breathtaking scenery. The impressive Rocca Albornoziana fortress towers majestically over the city and offers spectacular views of the sprawling countryside; stretching across the valley to meet it is the famous Ponte delle…
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Excluded
- Local taxes
- Gratuities
Book now, pay the rest later
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Additional Information
| Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and Secret Escapes Limited for the provision of your package. Secret Escapes acts as a tour operator responsible, and is therefore liable for the proper execution of the agreement. The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (A) apply to this booking. The Secret Escapes Cancellation Terms and Conditions apply to this booking. |
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| Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
| Price changes | Please note that the flights included in this offer are subject to live availability and price, and can change during your booking process. When this is the case, we will always notify during the booking process. |
| Similar accommodation | In order to give you the best possible holiday, we sometimes offer trips where you'll be staying at one of a selection of hotels (all with the same star rating, board basis, room type and location). Mostly, you'll be staying in the hotel written up in our description, but we're unable to guarantee the exact accommodation featured on the website every time. We'll let you know the name of your hotel, at least 7 days before departure. |
| Travel documents | You will receive all documents relevant to your trip, 7 days prior to departure at the latest |
| Flight times | Please note that flights may be subject to change, delay or postponement by the provider and that flight times are provisional. Don't forget to check the actual flight times before departure on the website of the airline or the airport to avoid inconvenient surprises. |
| Early flight times | Please be aware that there is a 2 - 2.5 hour drive to reach your first hotel and drive back from the second hotel to the airport (over 2.5 hours from the last hotel on the nine-night tour). Please be mindful of this when selecting your flights, as you may need to depart the hotel very early for morning departures. |