- Orvieto - With a very suggestive definition, Orvieto has been called “the strange and tall city”. It is easy to understand why, observing from below the Umbrian town standing above the tuff cliff below. From a distance, especially by night, it seems suspended in the sky whereas by daytime, it appears barely leaning against the clouds. A small treasure trove of art, it is famous all over the world for its Cathedral, a marvel of European Gothic architecture and San Patrizio well, a masterpiece of hydraulic engineering.
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Assisi - “Assisi is a great thing, country, city and sanctuary”, wrote Giosuè Carducci, one of the most appreciated italian poets.
Country, because it has all the characteristics of the Umbrian village: perched on top of a hill overlooking the valley, small, composed, equal over the centuries.
City, because Assisi has played a fundamental role in the history of the world: from here St. Francis left to change (or at least try) the church.
Sanctuary, because of the passage of St Francis and St Chiara small and large churches remain, miraculous places, crypts that attract thousands of worshippers every year.
- Private luxury vehicle with an English-speaking driver
- Professional English-speaking guide for 2 hours in Assisi
- Admission tickets to the St. Francis Cathedral included
- Meals&drinks
- Optional gratuities
The journey to Assisi and Orvieto from Florence presents the opportunity to explore two ancient hamlets renowned for their spiritual architecture in Umbria. Orvieto, a petite town with Etruscan roots, boasts of the magnificent 14th-century Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic-Romanesque design. Come early afternoon, you’ll make your way to Assisi. Here, a tour guide will walk you through the town’s narrow streets. You’ll get to witness the Church of Santa Chiara, the birthplace of Saint Francis and his childhood home, the Roman Temple devoted to Minerva and the Palazzo Comunale. Situated near the historic town walls is the Basilica of San Francesco, adorned internally with exquisite frescos from the 12th-14th century. The tour also includes a lunch break (expenses to be borne by the individual).
- Not recommended for people with mobility impairment
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
