Experience Umbria – 7 Days / 6 Nights – From $6000
EXPLORE UMBRIA!
This seven-day Umbrian itinerary by Ciao Italy Tours offers a highly curated exploration of Central Italy’s rich history, art, and artisanal traditions. Based out of Perugia for five nights at the Hotel Sangallo Palace, the journey begins with an in-depth private walking tour of the city's ancient Etruscan and medieval landmarks. Over the following days, a private deluxe vehicle and English-speaking driver transport you on diverse day trips across the region. You will explore exceptionally preserved medieval hill towns like Gubbio and Todi, admire the dramatic cliffside setting and guided historic sites of Orvieto, and visit the iconic UNESCO-listed basilicas of Assisi and the Roman ruins of Spoleto.
Deeply rooted in local culture, the itinerary seamlessly blends historical sightseeing with authentic sensory experiences. Guests will delve into Umbria's famous craft heritage with a visit to a hand-painted ceramics studio in Deruta and a traditional textile weaving workshop in Montefalco. The region's celebrated culinary scene is highlighted through an educational tour and tasting at an ancient olive oil mill, as well as an estate wine tasting and light lunch pairing featuring the famous Sagrantino di Montefalco wine. The tour concludes smoothly with a private transfer to Rome for a final night at the Hotel Monte Cenci before your departure from Fiumicino Airport.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrive at Rome’s airport
Transfer from [FCO] Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Intl. Airport, Rome
To Perugia. Check in at your hotel for 5 nights
Activity - Discover Perugia - Private Walking Tour (PM)
Location: Perugia, Umbria, Italy
Start time: 14:30
Duration: 2.5 Hour(s)
Highlights
Guided discovery of Perugia, known for its art, history, and ancient origins. Etruscan heritage visible in the travertine walls, the village center well, the Etruscan Arch, and Porta Marzia. Visit to the main square with major landmarks including Palazzo dei Priori (1293–1443) and the Cathedral (1345).View of the Fontana Maggiore (1275), a masterpiece of 13th-century sculpture and symbol of the city. Visit to Rocca Paolina, a fortress commissioned by Pope Paul III, featuring an underground route through a medieval district.
Included
Meeting with the guide at the hotel in Perugia if centrally located
Private Local professional Guide at your side for 2 hours and 30 minutes
Excluded
Entrance fees to museums, monuments, churches Transport Everything not mentioned as
Enjoy the surprising city of Perugia between the seduction of art and the charm of its historical and ancient origin. Guided discovery of Perugia, known for its art, history, and ancient origins. Private Local professional Guide at your side for 2 hours and 30 minutes
Meet your private and expert guide at your hotel and today you’ll discover the ancient city of Perugia, one of the popular Italian towns of art with its variety and quality of historical and medieval testimonies. It has an Etruscan origin, preserved in the travertine walls and in the well located in the village center, including the Etruscan Arch monumental city gate and Porta Marzia, ancient Etruscan gate, leading to the city from the south side. Admire the beautiful square in which you can find real architectural jewels like the superb Palazzo dei Priori (1293-1443). the main civic building, a nice and imposing Palace, with its pink gothic style windows and ornate portal, the splendid Cathedral (1345) and one of the masterpieces of sculpture with an invaluable artistic value (13th century), the elegant Fontana Maggiore (1275). This Fountain, a true symbol of the city, was created at the end of the 13th century to provide a water output to the medieval aqueduct. Finally you’ll be impressed by the Rocca Paolina, a fortress built up at the command of Pope Paul III; it covers an attractive underground itinerary through a distinctive medieval district, where the noble mansions of Perugia’s lords once were.
Important Information:
Meeting point: At 02:25 PM - At your central hotel in Perugia
Tour starts: At 02:30 PM
Day 2 – Gubbio
Activity - Excursion to Gubbio and its wonders – Half Day Tour From Perugia (AM)
Location: Perugia, Umbria, Italy
Start time: 09:00am
Duration: 4 Hour(s)
Highlights
Visit to Gubbio, a well-preserved medieval town known for ceramics and the Corsa dei Ceri. Walk through the Logge dei Tiratori to Piazza Grande with Palazzo dei Consoli and Palazzo del Podestà. Gubbio Cathedral and Palazzo Ducale. Free time to explore alleys, viewpoints, local shops, and traditional products.
Included
Pick Up and drop off at the hotel in Perugia if centrally located
Private DE-LUXE chauffeured vehicle (from 1 to 3 pax: Sedan- from 4 to 7 pax: Van)
Private English speaking driver
Private local guide in Gubbio at disposal for 1 hour and Half
Excluded
Entrance fees to museums, monuments, churches Everything not mentioned as Inclusions
Meet your private driver at your hotel and enjoy the relaxing journey that will bring you to one of the most beautiful and best-preserved medieval towns in Central Italy: the wonderful Gubbio. Gubbio is renowned for its ceramics production and for the famous Corsa dei Ceri, taking place every year on the 15th of May, when three large wooden “candles”, each one representing a Saint, are carried at considerable speed through the narrow alleyways of Gubbio and up the steep hill upon which Gubbio is located. Upon your arrival you will meet your private guide: the tour will start with the visit of St. Francis’ Church, built on the spot where St. Francis wore his penitential habit received from a friend. The visit continues with the Logge dei Tiratori, to reach then the magnificent Piazza Grande, where you will be able to admire the Palazzo del Podestà and the stunning Palazzo dei Consoli, a highly impressive Gothic-style public building, where to have a breath-taking view over the valley. The tour moves then towards the Cathedral, an austere Gothic building offering a distinctive medieval atmosphere, located right in front of the Renaissance-style building of Palazzo Ducale. The tour will also give you the option to discover all the little romantic alleys and streets of the town and reach panoramic viewpoints where to admire the enchanting countryside surrounding you. Once the tour is over, you can use the free time at your disposal to keep visiting the city center on your own, have a rest enjoying a nice Italian espresso in a bar or find a workshop where to buy some ceramic handicraft or taste some of the best local products.
Important Information:
Meeting point: At 08:55 AM - At your central hotel in Perugia
Tour starts: At 09:00 AM
Day 3 – Todi and Orvieto
Activity - Excursion To Deruta, Todi, Orvieto - Full Day Tour From Perugia
Location: Perugia, Umbria, Italy
Start time: 09:00am
Duration: 9 Hour(s)
Highlights
Visit to Deruta, known for hand-painted ceramics, with workshops and artisan studios.Visit to Todi with its medieval streets and main landmarks.Visit to Orvieto with a guided tour of the town. Return to Perugia after a full day exploring the region.
Included
Pick Up and drop off at the hotel in Perugia if centrally located
Private DE-LUXE chauffeured vehicle (from 1 to 3 pax: Sedan- from 4 to 7 pax: Van)
Private English speaking driver
Visit to a ceramics workshop with live artisan demonstration (not available on Saturday/Sunday , August and National Holiday)
Private English speaking guide in Orvieto at disposal 1 hour and half
Excluded
Everything not mentioned as Inclusions
Discover the heart of Umbria and southern Umbria’s charm on a private tour from Perugia to Deruta, Todi, and Orvieto. Enjoy a full day of history, art, and breathtaking landscapes with the comfort of a private vehicle and driver. Your first stop will be Deruta, famous worldwide for its exquisite hand-painted ceramics. Explore traditional workshops and artisan studios, where you can watch master craftsmen at work and even pick up unique pieces as souvenirs. Next, continue to Todi, one of Umbria’s most picturesque hill towns. Wander its medieval streets and visit: Piazza del Popolo, celebrated as one of Italy’s most beautiful squares, the Cathedral of Santa Maria Annunziata, with its stunning Romanesque façade. San Fortunato Church and other hidden gems tucked in the city’s charming alleys. Finally, head to Orvieto, where you will meet the local guide to explore the town. At the end of the day, return to Perugia relaxed and enriched by the wonders of Umbria and southern Umbria.
*Visit to a ceramics workshop with live artisan demonstration is not available on Saturday/Sunday , August and National Holiday)
Important Information:
Meeting point: At 08:55 AM - At your central hotel in Perugia
Tour starts: At 09:00 AM
Day 4 – Assisi and Spoleto
Activity - Excursion to Assisi and Spoleto - Full Day Tour From Perugia
Location: Perugia, Umbria, Italy
Start time: 09:00am
Duration: 9 Hour(s)
Highlights
Visit to Assisi with the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli and Porziuncola.Guided tour of Assisi including the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi and other key sites.Visit to Spoleto with Roman ruins, the Roman Theatre of Spoleto, and the Spoleto Cathedral.Stop at an olive oil mill for tasting of local products.
Included
Pick Up and drop off at the hotel in Perugia if centrally located
Private DE-LUXE chauffeured vehicle (from 1 to 3 pax: Sedan- from 4 to 7 pax: Van)
Private English speaking driver
Private Local Guide in Assisi for 2 hours
Earphones at disposal only for the interior guided visit of St. Francis’s Basilica
Visit of an olive oil mill, tasting of extra-virgin olive oil and some typical products
Excluded
Everything not mentioned as Inclusions
Your private driver will meet you at your accommodation and you’ll comfortably reach the town of Assisi where the patron saint of Italy, Saint Francis of Assisi (1181- 1226) lived, worked and died. On a lowland at the foot of Mount Subasio, the hill on which Assisi rises, you’ll first visit the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, built around as a protection of the famous little church of the "Porziuncola", where Saint Francis acknowledged his vocation and founded the Order of the Minor Friars. Then, you’ll reach the centre of Assisi, where you will meet up with an expert local guide who will accompany you on an exciting visit to the civil and religious artistic heritage of the city. Admire the splendid Gothic Basilica dedicated to Saint Chiara (1257), made in pink and white bands, the Renaissance Chiesa Nuova with the elegant Dome and the Roman temple of Minerva, of which the first century façade remains. Discover the fourteenth century Monte Frumentario and finally visit the famous and beautiful St Francis’ Basilica, a UNESCO heritage monument, built with white-rosy stone coming from Mount Subasio. The wonderful frescoed cycles by Cimabue, Giotto, Simone Martini and Lorenzetti are preserved inside the Basilica. Free time for lunch. In the early afternoon, you’ll move onto Spoleto, an enchanting town overlooking on the ancient Via Flaminia, where you can admire many attractions such as Roman ruins and many Romanesque churches. Dating back to the Roman period is the Theatre, situated close to the Archeological museum and actual location of the famous Spoleto Festival. Walking through the narrow and medieval streets, you’ll reach all the main attraction of this town, such as the Cathedral that, suddenly, appears magnificent and marvelous. The Duomo is a masterpiece of Romanesque art and preserves the beautiful frescoes by Filippo Lippi in the apse and a small chapel painted by Pinturicchio. On the way back to Perugia, the driver will be glad to take you in an ancient olive oil mill, where you can have the opportunity to learn the whole production cycle and taste the olive oil produced accompanied by typical Umbrian products: enjoy the beauty of simplicity discovering flavors and fragrances forgotten
Important Information:
Meeting point: At 08:55 AM - At your central hotel in Perugia
Tour starts: At 09:00 AM
Day 5 – Wine experience and Montefalco
Activity - Weavings of Wine: Wine & Craft Experience in Montefalco - Full Day Tour From Perugia
Location: Perugia, Umbria, Italy
Start time: 10:00am
Duration: 7 Hour(s)
Highlights
Visit to Montefalco, known for its views, churches, and Sagrantino di Montefalco.Visit to a weaving workshop in Montefalco to discover traditional textile craftsmanship. Demonstration of the weaving process and visit to the showroom with handmade textiles. Experience at a historic estate with a light lunch and wine tasting.
Included
Pick Up and drop off at the hotel in Perugia if centrally located
Private DE-LUXE chauffeured vehicle (from 1 to 3 pax: Sedan- from 4 to 7 pax: Van)
Private English speaking driver
Visit of the Weaving, winery and light lunch with wine tasting.
Stop in Montefalco (free time)
Excluded
Everything not mentioned as Inclusions
In a story passed down from father to son, within the timeless walls of a historic estate and the looms of a traditional weaving workshop, a family shares tales of beauty, craftsmanship, and heritage—inviting you to experience authentic moments, rich with tradition and genuine passion. During this experience you will visit a historic Weaving in Montefalco and you discover the rich tradition of Umbrian textile craftsmanship. You explore the weaving workshop, where skilled artisans create high- quality fabrics using traditional looms. You can have also a demonstration of the weaving process, showcasing the attention to detail and artistry behind each piece and visit the showroom with beautiful tablecloths, linens, and other fine textiles, all made with natural fibers and elegant designs inspired by local heritage. Owned by the same family, there is also a historic estate where you can enjoy an immersive experience to discover the territory and its wines with a combined light lunch and the chance to taste wines in paring. Finish your day with a visit to the picturesque village of Montefalco, known for its stunning views, historic churches, and famous Sagrantino wine.
Important Information:
Meeting point: At 09:55 AM - At your central hotel in Perugia
Tour starts: At 10:00 AM
Day 6 – Perugia/Rome
Private transfer to your hotel in Rome, check in and overnight.
Day 7 – Departure from Rome
Private transfer to the Rome airport
Hotels included
Perugia: Hotel Sangallo Palace (5 nights wil daily breakfast)
Rome: Hotel Monte Cenci (1 nights with daily breakfast)
Hotels can be substituted with similar according to availability
Rates to be reconfirmed at time of booking request
Discounts Apply for small groups
Additional Information
Departing Location: Rome
Tour Type: Independent Tours
Tour Days: 7 Days