Top Umbria Half-day Tours - page 2

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.

Spoleto is known all over the world for the scenic Piazza Duomo, one of the venues of the famous Festival dei Due Mondi and for the imposing Rocca Albornoziana which, together with the Ponte delle Torri, can be considered among the most interesting monuments of Umbria. In this tour you can discover the beauties of this unique city in the world in 2 hours

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.

Experience the gorgeous countryside of Umbria on a full-day bike tour that features a lunch stop at an agriturismo farm. Pedal past vineyards, olive orchards, and picturesque villages with an engaging guide who shares live commentary about this region of Italy. Take a well-deserved break for a multi-course lunch at an agriturismo farm, with the option to swim in their pool in warm weather.

Learn more about leather craftsmanship and find out how it still survives in Umbria’s most popular destinations. You will meet your local guide at Porta Nuova and walk through Assisi’s main drag, where ancient stone walls and artisan traditions still live side by side. She will share fun anecdotes about what it feels like living in a real medieval town and lead you to one of the last authentic leather shops remaining in town. Once there, you will meet the owner who will warmly welcome you into his world. You will instantly be charmed by the rich scent of leather and get to know how meticulous working with leather truly is. From choosing the right cut to bringing fashion ideas to life, you will explore quality and understand why real Made in Italy is so precious and one-of-a-kind. • Duration: About 3 hours, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm • Group size: Minimum 2, maximum 10 participants • Fun facts about daily life in a medieval town • Visit to an authentic handcrafted leather shop

Led by your local guide, this exclusive tour offers a one-of-a-kind visit to a local cashmere factory, where authentic Made in Italy fashion creations come to life. The Magione industrial area is, in fact, the gateway to the famous Umbrian Cashmere Valley, hub of Italian, family-run knitwear companies. Once there, you will meet the owner who will guide you through the various production departments. From sourcing the finest yarns to programming weaving looms, you will witness how original sketches by prestigious designers are transformed into exquisite garments. You will also have time to browse around the factory outlet, where expert sales associates will advise you on how to create high-quality outfits featuring unique style pieces. This experience is a perfect blend of fun, craftsmanship and personal shopping. Tour details: -Duration: about 3 hours (9:30 am – 12:30 pm) - Group size: Minimum 2, maximum 15 participants - Tour leader guidance - Exclusive personal shopping experience

On the day of the tour you can reach the e-bike rental point in Castiglione del Lago to pick up your bikes and receive a brief briefing on controls, levels of assistance and safety. Departure: panoramic loop of about 61 km, ideal for discovering the Lake Trasimeno area by e-bike with a relaxed pace, alternating dirt roads, bike paths and quiet side roads. Heart of the tour: the route runs along the lake for long stretches, through reed beds, open countryside and beautiful views of the water, with a sliding Listing and never too technical. Stops and atmosphere: along the route alternate dirt tracks and passages near the small villages of Lake Trasimeno, offering a varied and panoramic ride, ideal for photos and breaks by the lake. Useful note: it is a tour to enjoy with regular pace, perfect for a half day without hurry. In the less well-served sections it is advisable to leave with water, snacks and a charged phone, to enjoy the route in serenity.

An unusual way to visit Spello, aboard an exciting vintage tuk-tuk by Ape Calessino. You will take a beautiful panoramic tour of the city, discovering its history and the remains of Villa Mosaici, a unique and unrepeatable experience! Departure from Assisi with the bee calessino along a panoramic route, arrival in the Roman village of Spello, entrance and free visit to the Villa dei Mosaici. Panoramic tour of Spello: Villa Fidelia, Remains of the Amphitheatre, Porta Urbica, Consular Gate, Piazza della Repubblica, Museum of Flowers, Via Giulia, Oratorio San Biagio, Valle Gloria (Monastery of the Poor Clares), Porta Cappuccini and Belvedere. Including the ticket to the Villa Mosaici in Spello (closed on Tuesday)

Explore the city of Orvieto and discover its art and history on this private walking tour. Follow your guide around the city center of Orvieto, through its narrow streets, and learn about its architecture and its main highlights. You will visit the medieval landmarks in the town, such as the Torre del Moro and Pozzo di san Patrizio, and the beautiful 14th-century cathedral, with its magnificent frescoes and artifacts. Enjoy breathtaking views over the Valley surrounding the city and the interesting commentaries and description of your local guide. This private walking tour will be a great way to visit this amazing Italian gem!

Explore the Umbrian Valley and visit some of the best-preserved medieval villages in Europe. Begin in Bevagna, renowned for Sagrantino production, one of Italy's most famous red wines. Then, wander through Spello, a charming Roman village, considered one of the most beautiful in Italy. This self-guided tour allows you to follow a digital itinerary via a dedicated app, which will highlight various waypoints such as restaurants, water refill stations, scenic viewpoints, and other attractions. It's like having a personal guide with you, but with the freedom to stop and explore at your own pace. Do you prefer a personal guide to come with you? Just let us know! Indulge in the unique flavours of cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oils at the “Incanto della Natura” farmhouse. This natural method ensures you’ll taste oils like no other in the world.

Discover Cortona through an exclusive private journey for travelers seeking the highest level of authenticity and comfort. Ride premium e-bikes along quiet panoramic routes guided by a local expert who shares stories, culture, and hidden perspectives of Tuscany.Enjoy privileged access to a family-owned olive oil estate dating back to the 1800s, where a private visit reveals traditional production methods, historic tools, and centuries of heritage rarely experienced by visitors. Conclude the day with a refined winery experience with a curated lunch and exceptional wines in an intimate setting, with no overlapping groups.As a final gesture, guests receive a personally selected bottle of estate olive oil — a lasting memory of Tuscany. Designed as a fully private experience, every detail is tailored to create rare access, genuine connection, and unforgettable moments.Ideal for travelers who prefer meaningful experiences over crowded tours and value time, privacy, and true Tuscan elegance.

Explore the ancient Spoleto-Norcia railway with an e-bike tour from Spoleto. Cross the exciting wind tunnels and long cycle viaducts. Embark on a scenic e-bike adventure along the Spoleto-Norcia railway, a disused railway line transformed into a beautiful bike path. Start your journey in Spoleto and immediately take the comfortable bike path, retracing exactly the railway route. Meet small disused stations, incredible viaducts and the famous "helical" tunnels that once allowed the old train to pass the mountainous terrain to reach Norcia. Experience the thrill of pedalling through these unlit tunnels, with powerful lights on the bike ensuring a safe and atmospheric journey through the rock-cut path. Exit the railway route to admire the magnificent Valnerina. Experience the thrill of cycling through the dark tunnels of the old railway!

This is an oasis of greenery and uncontaminated nature, where the Tiber opens up to form Lake Corbara. Moving by bike is in perfect harmony with the environment, the vegetation has remained intact for centuries. The territory is covered by oak and chestnut trees, centuries-old woods with constantly changing views. In the hilly areas there are vineyards, olive groves and chestnut trees. On the reliefs there are wild boars, fallow deer and roe deer. Numerous species of birds nest along the shores of Lake Corbara and Alviano, including the kingfisher, the peregrine falcon, the gray heron and the buzzard. We will go to admire two medieval castles, built above beautiful views, in places full of history and art. Finally we reach the Freddano estate, an extraordinary organic winery that we will visit among vineyards and olive trees, and then have an excellent tasting of the organic wines produced here together with platters of typical local products. A truly unforgettable experience

We get up early in the morning to live one of the most exciting experiences you can ever imagine: ballooning over Umbria! Not just an unquestionably privileged point of view to observe the beauty of the region, but also an extraordinary adventure to be kept forever. At the end of the ride, we enjoy a large breakfast of typical products and renowned winery in the Assisi area. Requirements: suitable for everyone; we recommend a minimum age of 6 years Approximate duration: 4h (flight duration 1 hour) Departure at 6:30 a.m. Hotel pick up / drop off service upon request for a fee. Other languages available for a fee.

Discover the authentic heart of Umbria riding a Vespa among the rolling hills of Bevagna and Montefalco. Follow the exclusive Roadbook, an intuitive Guide that will take you along scenic routes, safe and away from traffic, discovering hidden roads and unforgettable views. Live a unique experience among medieval villages, vineyards and breathtaking landscapes, with the freedom to explore at your own pace. The tour also includes a stop at a historic local winery, where you can taste fine wines and typical local products. An authentic and fun way to immerse yourself in the true essence of Umbria.

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.

Discover the world-class wines of Umbria, lesser-known but just as delicious as their Tuscan cousins. With this wine tour, visit 2 family-run wineries cellars to sample Sagrantino Montefalco DOCG, Montefalco Rosso, and other prestigious wines during informal guided tastings led by winemakers and sommeliers. Break up your tastings with a leisurely lunch featuring organic Umbrian specialties—served with local labels, of course!

Welcome to our spiritual tour to Orvieto, a unique experience designed for pilgrims who wish to immerse themselves in the history and beauty of one of Italy's most fascinating sacred places. This tour is ideal for those who wish to experience a moment of meditation and faith in a context of art and history. Please note that you can also select the option of a private pick-up with a personal driver from your Hotel in Rome.

On board the tuk tuk you will discover the colors and lights of Spello with a comfortable and fun vehicle! A tasting of local wine and oil will make this fantastic experience unique in an enchanting setting like Spello. A perfect trip for the whole family to enjoy! We will tell you the history, the principles and our methods of production and refinement, making you passionate about the wonderful Umbrian territory where you can take beautiful photos in memory of this fantastic experience

Today we'll visit Perugia, the capital of Umbria. It is worth visiting not only for the beauty of its hilltop setting, but also for its fine old buildings. Before it came under Roman rule, ancient Perusia was one of the 12 cities of the Etruscan federation and considerable sections of the Etruscan walls, which extended for 2,800 meters around the town, have been preserved. Perugia is known to the art world as the center of the Umbrian School of Painting in the 15th and 16th centuries and its leading members, Pietro Vannucci and Bernardino Betti both worked here. Lunch in typical restaurant after the guided tour of Perugia. During our time in Perugia, we’ll take a visit to Perugina Chocolate House, located inside the renowned Perugina chocolate factory. A magic place to taste fine chocolate and enjoy a rich collection of pictures, labels, posters, gift boxes and special old machines to produce the chocolate and its most famous product the “bacio”.

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!

Led by your local guide, this tour will let you enjoy some of the most breathtaking views of Umbria and meet the hidden craftspeople around Perugia’s historical center. You will step into a unique Deruta-style ceramic store, where you will meet a local artisan who will host an exclusive hand-painted ceramic demonstration. She will introduce you to the beauty of this detail-oriented, centuries-old craft and show you her latest creations. You will then head to the last remaining chocolate-making laboratory in town. Once there, you’ll have a premium guided tasting which will also include a Q&A session on the chocolate world. This immersive experience perfectly blends craftsmanship, fun, and tasting delights, making it a truly memorable day in Perugia. - Duration: Approximately 4 hours, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Groups go from a minimum of 2 to a maximum of 10 people - Take part in a hand-painted ceramic demonstration session - Enjoy a guided tasting of single origin chocolates

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and abundance of Italy’s Umbria region on this private excursion. Visit a winery for a guided tour and wine pairing with locally cured meats in the cellar. Next, visit a traditional olive oil mill and see the process from olive to oil. Finally, sample locally produced Extra Virgin Olive Oils, and taste different varieties. This private tour is ideal for foodies and anyone looking for an authentic Italian experience.

This unforgettable excursion will give you the chance to leave the beaten path and take an inside look at Francis' real way of life. He took Jesus' message of simplicity and non-materialism to heart and challenged the decadence of the Roman Church. It will be an authentic experience for those travelers who are not in a hurry and have time to listen to the silence.