- Rocca Calascio - Visit to the village below the fortress
Visit to the Church of Santa Maria della Pietà
Lunch in a typical tavern
Visit to the Castle
- Santo Stefano di Sessanio - Visit to the medieval village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio with its innumerable craft shops and its recently renovated tower. You will walk in its ancient alleys getting to know the history and culture of the place.
- Lunch
Join a knowledgeable local guide for a tour of the renowned Rocca Calascio Castle, which has been a shooting location for numerous Hollywood movies such as ‘Lady Hawke’ and ‘The Name of the Rose’.
Begin with a visit to the settlement below the Castle, then ascend via a trail that takes you through the Santa Maria della Pietà Church, situated at the base of the Rocca on the way to the castle’s entrance bridge.
Indulge in a traditional Abruzzo lunch featuring renowned regional dishes such as Santo Stefano di Sessanio lentils, Slow Food-protected; L’Aquila saffron with protected designation of origin (D.O.P.), and the scrumptious Canestrato cheese from Castel Del Monte.
After lunch, proceed to Santo Stefano di Sessanio, a stunning village featuring a recently refurbished tower. Here, delve into its labyrinthine lanes and a multitude of shops offering artisanal goods.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
