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Why come to Assisi? Because Assisi is pure spirituality. Saint Francis and Saint Clare made it famous 800 years ago and in modern times Blessed Carlo Acutis chose it as the “eternal home” for their mortal remains. Because Assisi is a box of surprises for those who love Art. The beauty of its monuments is complemented by the tranquility that is breathed in its streets. Assisi is a town immersed in the green of its olive trees and the harmony of its landscape. For its Spirituality, Art, Beauty and Nature you will not be able to stop coming to Assisi.

Discover the wine of Assisi during a tasting session, then finish on a high note with a picnic amid panoramic vineyards. Taking place at the SAIO Assisi “cantina” just outside the city, the 2-person experience starts with an intro to the estate’s wine and continues with a self-guided stroll through their vineyards to a lookout point; postcard-perfect views, a picnic of local produce, and your favorite wine awaits.

Leave the hustle of the city behind and discover a quieter, more authentic side of Italy. This private day trip takes you away from the crowds and into the refined calm of Umbria a region of soft hills, stone villages, and timeless beauty. Your driver-guide will pick you up at your hotel in Rome in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan. Sit back and relax as the landscape changes and the pace slows. Your first stop is Orvieto, a charming hilltop town with Etruscan roots and peaceful streets. Enjoy a traditional lunch, prepared with care by local "grandma" using family recipes. After, you’ll arrive in Assisi, birthplace of Saint Francis. Here, the air is still, the stones are pink, and the silence speaks. Explore the elegant basilica, stroll through quiet lanes, and soak in the views of olive groves and distant hills. Throughout the day, you’ll travel in comfort, with full flexibility and thoughtful guidance. No rush, no crowds just the essence of Italy, beautifully revealed.

Orvieto is a charming little hill town in the Umbrian countryside with a rich history dating back to the Etruscan times. With this tour, you’ll discover the city’s ancient sites and tour the remains of the Belvedere Temple and the city’s medieval fortress. You’ll hear fascinating stories of ancient times from your guide as you tour the historic city center including Orvieto’s famous 13th century Gothic cathedral.

Discover Perugia from a different perspective on sightseeing and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun, and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in English, Italian

To do a truffle hunt is a unique experience for blending good food, traditions and contact with locals. It will start in the morning at a farm. From there together with a truffle hunter we will enjoy a walk in a wood with trained dog hunting the so called black diamond of Umbria, truffle. After the truffle hunt you will have a tasting with truffle, extra virgin olive oil and other umbrian products.

Filled with historic architecture and steeped in tradition, discover the peaceful and picturesque town of Assisi on this sedate walking tour. Uncover art and ancient Roman temples, see the medieval castle of Rocca Maggiore and explore the basilica of St. Francis—the patron saint of animals—and then the basilica of Santa Chiara, where his tomb lies.

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.

Indulge your senses during this 3-hour tasting tour in Montefalco. Visit a winery in the Sagrantino region and stroll through the old vineyards and olive groves. Tour the wine cellars where some of Umbria’s best wines are produced before sampling a number of wines and olive oils. Then sit down to a delicious Umbrian lunch complete with local cheeses, cured meats, and dessert.

Enjoy an intimate introduction to Perugia and its key sights when you embark on a small-group walking tour of the Umbrian capital. Settled since Etruscan times, the city is renowned for its wealth of historical artifacts. In the company of your guide, stroll along its ancient town walls, admire the medieval–era Fontana Maggiore, explore the Rocca Paolina and its underground passageways, and more. As you go, learn more about the city’s history, and its lively present, from your guide.

Nestled in the picturesque hills near Lake Trasimeno, just a few kilometers from Perugia, this family-run winery offers a captivating wine-tasting experience that captures the essence of Umbrian tradition and innovation. For over a century, the family has been dedicated to cultivating vines, olives, and grains with deep respect for nature and the land. Today, the estate spans 12 hectares of meticulously tended vineyards, focusing on sustainable practices and producing a diverse range of red and white wines, including Merlot, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grechetto, Chardonnay, and Trebbiano Toscano. Visitors can explore the sun-drenched vineyards and the historic barrel cellar, where wines are carefully aged in French oak barrels. The tasting experience includes six wines, thoughtfully paired with bruschetta drizzled with local olive oil and a curated selection of regional cheeses and cold cuts.

Our olive oil is extracted with the traditional method of first cold pressing, with granite millstones and hydraulic presses, in a beautifil recently-built plant which blends well with the surrounding landscape. Guests can also enjoy more than 2,000 square meters of green areas dotted with ancient olive trees. Our proposal includes a guided tour of the Oil Mill with speaker (in Italian, English or French): - How olive oil is born: detailed description of all stages production process, from the fruit to the oil, using the traditional method of first cold pressing. Comparison with other extraction methods; - How a very high quality olive oil is born: description of methods adopted in the various stages of production and the storage process, which directly affect the quality of olive oil. TASTING Bruschettas prepared on the spot with wood-fired bread: classical (EVO oil + salt) and with garlic Beverages: Red wine & Water

Unique experience with a member of the Valentini Family who will tell you the secrets of the work from the vineyard to the transformation of the grapes. The story of an artisanal and oganic process that obtains natural wines directly from the words of the protagonists.

Orvieto's clifftop has been inhabited for more than 2,500 years, but most visitors miss out on its long history. Dive into the city's culture and architecture and cover the top sights in just a few hours on this private walking tour. Follow your local guide to discover views over the beautiful Paglia Valley and explore the city's winding streets and magnificent architecture. Opt to enter the magnificent Orvieto Cathedral (tickets own expense), considered to be one of the most important in Europe.

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.

Book transportation to visit one of Assisi's most beautiful places. The Carceri Hermitage is one of the must-sees if you come to Assisi. The Eremo delle Carceri, a serene and sacred retreat nestled on the slopes of Monte Subasio, just outside Assisi. This peaceful hermitage, surrounded by ancient oak trees and tranquil nature, was a beloved refuge of St. Francis of Assisi and his followers. Here, they sought solitude, prayer, and communion with God in the simplicity of nature. As you walk through the narrow pathways and stone structures, you'll sense the deep spirituality that still permeates this place. The small chapels, caves, and cells reflect the humble and ascetic lifestyle that St. Francis and the early Franciscans embraced. Notice the simplicity of the surroundings, which echoes their commitment to a life of poverty and contemplation.

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.

An unusual way to visit Assisi, aboard an exciting vintage tuk-tuk by Ape Calessino. Book this fantastic experience!

While on vacation, it’s sometimes nice to pack in more than one activity per day. This guided tour of a local Perugia winery paired with wine and local food product tasting is comprehensive but takes just a few hours, so you can enjoy yourself and then head to the day’s next adventure. Choose from multiple departure times to suit your schedule and enjoy tastings of wine and local products included.

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.

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.

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.

Learn the secrets of traditional Umbrian and Tuscan cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Orvieto. Learn how to prepare a typical Italian meal using ingredients sourced from local farms and then enjoy your freshly cooked meal with a wine tasting after class. Master these simple and tasty dishes so you can re-create them for your friends and family once home.

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.