Top Umbria Half-day Tours

Explore one of Umbria's finest medieval hilltop cities on your own terms with this audio and written guide created by a local. Load it onto your phone and navigate Perugia's Etruscan walls, the sweeping Piazza IV Novembre, the underground Rocca Paolina fortress, and the narrow lanes connecting them—all at your own pace, with a knowledgeable local voice providing context along the way.

While bike tours cover a lot of ground, they can wear travelers out regardless of fitness level. This small-group tour saves you the trouble by traveling on pedal-assisted e-bikes along the backroads and country roads of the Olive Path Trail, which connects Spello to Assisi and the Umbrian Valley. Highlights include visiting the hilltop towns of Spello and Collepino, and stopping for lunch and olive oil and wine tastings at a local winery.

Discover Perugia through its food on this small-group tour. Walking with a local guide who’s passionate about the city, you’ll get the lowdown on Perugia’s history and food culture, and enjoy around four stops to sample Umbrian specialities along the way. Even better: There’s enough food included to count as a meal, so you can skip making lunch plans.

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Assisi, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Assisi! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!

This is the best tour of Orvieto! Take your time to get amazed by the facade of Orvieto's Cathedral, one of the most beautiful churches in the world. Explore the hand-made tunnels of an underground area of the city and see the memories of the ancient Etruscan civilization. Walk along the impressive medieval walls and stop at the viewpoints to admire great panoramas of the countryside.

Travel through the green fields and vineyards of Umbria on a trekking bike, without the inhibition of glassed-in tour bus windows. You can focus on the scenery as your guide leads the way through Bevagna and listen to commentary on the area's medieval history. Visit an organic winery for a tasting and settle down for a provided picnic lunch in a scenic spot.

Hop on an e-bike for a tour that combines Orvieto history and culture with tastings of local wine and food. You’ll pedal with ease behind a local guide, and follow a route that takes in sights of Orvieto Cathedral and the Church of San Giovenale. Stop to visit the Orvieto Underground with a prebooked ticket, soak up views from Rocca Albornoziana, and spend time in an ancient wine cellar, too.

On this behind-the-scenes tour of the family-run Tili winery in Assisi, you won’t just have the chance to enjoy multiple glasses of organic, locally made wine. You’ll also go for a tour of the vineyard and facilities, will learn the ins and outs of the winemaking process, and will even enjoy a light meal, featuring bruschetta, cheese and salami, and other traditional nibbles.

Throughout the tour, our knowledgeable guides will provide historical insights and captivating anecdotes, allowing you to fully appreciate the rich heritage of Assisi. Immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere, revel in the natural beauty, and experience the cultural tapestry that makes Assisi a truly remarkable destination. Due to the exposition of the remains of St. Francis, guided tours of the basilica will be suspended from February 15, 2026, to April 6, 2026. The guide will provide an explanation from outside, and then visitors will be able to enter on their own.

Umbria is the 'Green Heart of Italy' and "The Spell of the Lake" Trekking Tour, wants to be the proof. It is in fact a loop route of about 12 km among the wonders of Lake Trasimeno Nature. At a slow pace, to discover the beauty of this region of Italy, we will walk together through thickets, small olive groves, narrow and dirt roads, small churches, passing through small typically Italian villages where life flows slowly. The tour starts in a small hamlet in the municipality of Panicale, until you reach the shores of Lake Trasimeno, in the municipality of Magione, from where you can also admire the three islands of the lake. Between one step and another we will discover the local and cultural traditions of this land, forgetting about the hectic everyday life. The route is suitable for everyone, young and old, for skilled walkers and even for those who have never walked so long, as long as everyone shows up with comfortable shoes, water and snacks.

Delve into Perugia’s lively food scene and discover the top gourmet spots in the historic center that only locals know with this walking tour. Join your guide and a small group of fellow food lovers for a stroll through the medieval old town, stopping to meet local shop owners and producers along the way. Sample specialties like local cheeses and charcuterie, Umbrian olive oil, fresh truffles, and the city’s famed chocolate.

Book an e-bike tour that includes visits to three Orvieto wineries for a day of wine tasting and gentle exercise. On a route selected by your guide, you’ll soak up the scenery without the struggle thanks to the bike’s electric motor, and stop along the way to sample regional wine, cheese, and cured meat - all produced locally or on site. Numbers are capped at 10 people for a small-group tour.

You will be welcome in an early 19th century farmhouse in Pieve Pagliaccia, between Perugia and Assisi, where our company, the Brugnoni simple agricultural company, is based, where our family has lived and worked with passion and love for the territory for almost 100 years. We carry on various cultures typical of the area, including the vine. We will guide you through our vineyards and then through the rooms of our cellar, telling you our story and illustrating all the phases of wine production, from the vineyard to the bottle. We will then let you taste 4 of our wines, accompanied by typical platters selected by companies we collaborate with.

Go for a sunrise hot air balloon ride over some of Italy’s most beautiful scenery, and complement your journey with a delicious breakfast and wine tasting, on this one-of-a-kind outing. Meet in the early morning and take to the skies in the company of an experienced pilot; you’ll enjoy a special perspective on Assisi, Perugia, and the lovely Umbrian countryside. Upon landing, you’ll transfer to the Cantina Dionigi winery, where you can enjoy traditional local nibbles and wines.

Learn about the history and architecture of the medieval city of Assisi. Assisi is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy and certainly the most sacred. Here, in fact, St. Francis was born, founder of the Franciscan order and patron saint of Italy, and it was from here that he began his journey towards the attempt to re-establish a poor and charitable church. You will stroll through the charming squares and narrow streets of the old town and learn about the city's layered past as you admire ancient Roman ruins and medieval buildings. Together with our guide, you will discover the wonders of the Basilica of San Francesco, a Unesco heritage site.

Perugia and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Assisi are two of central Italy’s most charming towns, but the stories behind their art and architecture take time to uncover. Discover both cities with a guide on this small-group tour, including a walking tour of Perugia and a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi with its Giotto frescoes. Please note: a small entrance fee is payable in cash.

Cruise across Lake Trasimeno, the largest lake in central Italy, on a private boat tour that blends the stunning beauty of Umbria with exquisite local cuisine. Enjoy a warm welcome before embarking on a scenic journey past idyllic villages and olive groves. After the boat tour, indulge in a gourmet lunch at a lakeside restaurant, showcasing the flavors of Umbria with seasonal dishes and artisanal ingredients. Perfect for couples and small groups, this experience offers a luxurious yet authentic taste of Italian culture in approximately 3.5 to 4 hours. - Explore Lake Trasimeno on a private boat with a small group - Savor a gourmet lunch featuring Umbrian flavors at a lakeside restaurant - Experience a journey of approximately 3.5 to 4 hours, including all food and drinks

Combine tours of Assisi and Spello with personalized attention on this private tour. With a guide leading you on a thoughtful itinerary, you'll get to know the best of both towns. Learn about the history and culture of each town through commentary tailored to your interests while viewing the Renaissance paintings and 14th-century frescoes.

In a unique territory you can admire beautiful landscapes, the route winds through ancient villages and places full of history. The stops in a cellar of ancient origins and in an oil mill where oils are still produced using artisanal methods make this experience unique. After the visit to the underground cellars of the Salviano Castle, we will taste the noble wines and local products in an ancient, noble, medieval environment. The tasting of extra virgin olive oils on typical bruschetta accompanied by olive and truffle pâté is truly particular, original and surprising. Thus we understand how many varieties of oils exist, their characteristics, combinations, blends or monocultures, suitable for different palates, combinations and tastes.

Live a unique experience in the year of the 800th Anniversary of St. Francis. Starting from Perugia, I will guide you on a sensory journey through nature, history and spirituality. Thanks to the latest generation of E-bikes, you will ride effortlessly along the Tiber River and medieval villages, to the heart of Assisi. It is not just a tour, but an author’s tale: we will explore the Porziuncola, the Basilicas frescoed by Giotto and the intimate sanctuary of San Damiano. You will admire Assisi from new perspectives, dominated by Mount Subasio, in total safety on silent and panoramic roads. Upon return, the perfect Award: an exclusive tasting at the restaurant 'Il Bricco Divino', where the authentic flavors of Umbria meet the best local wines. Rely on a certified Guide and MTB instructor to discover the true soul of the earth. Book your place in history now!

This experience stands out because it offers an authentic and carefully curated journey through some of the most hidden and untouched areas of Umbria, led personally by a local host. Unlike standard group tours, this experience is designed to feel personal, relaxed, and immersive. Guests are guided through natural landscapes, ancient paths, and traditional villages, discovering places that are often missed by typical tourist routes. The combination of nature, culture, and local food creates a complete and balanced experience, where every stop is meaningful and connected to the identity of the region. With a small-group approach and a strong focus on storytelling and local traditions, this tour offers a genuine connection to Umbria beyond the surface, making it a memorable and high-quality experience.

Board a tuk-tuk and enjoy a spiritual tour while exploring Assisi on a private tour. A unique and unrepeatable experience to discover the life of St. Francis. Take advantage of this fantastic tour to discover a magical medieval Assisi! Assisi is the city of Saints, Saint Francis and Saint Clare, and is the symbol of a message of peace to breathe at every step of its beautiful streets. Assisi is an Umbrian jewel in the province of Perugia that lies gently on the slopes of Mount Subasio. From here St. Francis started to try to change the Church as an institution and, as Giosuè Carducci described it, “Assisi is a great beautiful thing, country, city and sanctuary” to be bewitched by. Assisi, with its historic center and its symbolic monuments, became a UNESCO site in 2000 because it is considered a rare example of historical continuity between the city, its cultural landscape and the entire territorial system.

This tour indeed will show you two of the most charming hilltowns of central Italy. You will also enjoy 14th Century frescoes and Reanaissance paintings. It will be like to back to the past! Due to the exposition of the remains of St. Francis, guided tours of the basilica will be suspended from February 15, 2026, to April 6, 2026. The guide will provide an explanation from outside, and then visitors will be able to enter on their own.