All Orvieto Tours & Excursions in 2026

Orvieto’s soaring cathedral and underground warren of ancient tunnels and caverns are two of the city’s highlights. Explore both in a single visit with this guided tour with just 15 people. Avoid the hassle of keeping up with a large group and delve into the history and architecture of Orvieto’s magnificent Duomo before venturing below the streets to discover a hidden network of hand-dug tunnels, some dating back to the Etruscan era.

Two of Orvieto’s most delightful features are its warren of tunnels and caves beneath the historic center and its excellent red and white wines. Combine these two with this unique experience, beginning with a guided visit of the underground network of ancient passages and caverns, followed by a traditional “aperitivo” including savory and sweet finger foods and local red and white wines served directly in the cave.

Orvieto is known for its prestigious white and red wines, produced in the area’s rolling vineyards. Learn more about the history and production of local vintages with this tour and tasting at a family-run winery. Visit the vineyard and wine cellar, plus the unique barrel room that is set in an ancient Etruscan cave. End by tasting five wines paired with artisanal goat cheese sourced from a nearby organic farm.

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.

Visit the Pozzo della Cava in Orvieto with a pre-booked admission ticket that illuminates the history of Orvieto. Learn about the ancient Etruscans, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance as the Pozzo reveals layers of history in the underground complex.

This experience combines a tour of the Madonna del Latte winery just outside Orvieto with generous wine tastings. Take a guided walk through the vineyards and learn about the winery’s growing methods. Then, head to the wine and barrel cellars, the latter of which was carved into tuff-stone thousands of years ago. After the tour, taste four house-made wines and local cheeses and cold cuts from nearby producers.

Stretch your sightseeing time and avoid the midday heat and crowds with this evening e-bike tour through Orvieto’s clifftop old town. Cycle past the city’s magnificent cathedral to the Rocca Albornoziana fortress to take in the bird’s-eye views over the surrounding countryside. Then touch on an ancient Etruscan necropolis and get a glimpse of Orvieto’s oldest church before relaxing over a traditional dinner overlooking the Duomo.

Enjoy a vineyard picnic at a family-run winery in Umbria. Taste estate wines and local specialties. Relax among the vines and experience the countryside at your own pace.

This experience combines a tour of the Madonna del Latte winery just outside Orvieto with generous wine tastings. Take a guided walk through the vineyards and learn about the winery’s growing methods. Then, head to the wine and barrel cellars, the latter of which was carved into tuff-stone thousands of years ago. After the tour, taste five house-made wines.

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

The clifftop village of Civita di Bagnoregio is one of the most unique day trips from Orvieto but reaching this UNESCO-listed gem by public transportation can eat into your sightseeing time. Save hours with this direct minivan transfer directly from Orvieto’s central square with just eight passengers. Explore Civita at your own pace for two hours before the return trip and drop-off in Orvieto.

On this tour of historic Orvieto, you won’t just see what lies above-ground: instead, follow your guide on a subterranean exploration through Orvieto’s caves, which number in the hundreds and have hosted settlements since Etruscan times. Then, continue onwards to another traditional experience: Sample artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, wines, and pasta, and tour the owner’s private wine cellars after your meal.

Explore a historic underground tufa cellar in Orvieto city center showcasing antique winemaking tools, old barrels and a collection of vintage bottles. Then enjoy a relaxed wine tasting, just few steps from the Duomo church. The tasting features three wines from the Umbria, each presented with tasting notes, labels, grape varieties, production methods, and interesting facts. Among the wines presented is the traditional sweet wine Vin Santo. Each wine can be paired with local specialties such as cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and typical Umbrian cookies

Perched on a clifftop high above the plain, Orvieto is one of the most striking towns in Umbria. Make the most of your time in this ancient city with this private walking tour that covers the main sights in just hours. Marvel at the Duomo, ranked among Italy’s most beautiful cathedrals, and take in the old town from the depths of St. Patrick’s Well to the heights of Torre del Moro.

Take a break from the bustle of Rome and visit two medieval hill towns in a single day with this private day trip with a dedicated driver. Save time with hotel pickup and head directly to Civita di Bagnoregio to visit the timeless clifftop village at your own pace. Then continue on to Orvieto, where you’ll have free time to visit the magnificent cathedral and other landmarks, plus shop for souvenirs and relax over lunch (own expense).

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.

Make the most of your time in Orvieto on a tour of top landmarks with a trip to the neighboring hill town of Civita di Bagnoregio, known for its panoramic views of the valley. In addition to covering all necessary entrance fees, your guide provides a wealth of little-known facts and stories at each stop on the itinerary, from medieval underground tunnels to lunch with views of the Orvieto Cathedral.

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.

Unlike traditional wine tastings, this experience is designed for the whole family. While children enjoy a guided outdoor adventure inspired by nature, animals, and the vineyard, parents can truly slow down and relax with a wine tasting in the peaceful surroundings of the estate. The experience takes place at our small family-run winery in the Umbrian countryside, surrounded by vineyards, olive trees, and open nature. It combines wine, creativity, exploration, and authentic rural life in a way that feels relaxed, personal, and genuinely Italian. Small groups, a warm atmosphere, and thoughtful details for both adults and children make it a memorable experience for families traveling together.

You will have the opportunity to make friends with the other guests while enjoying local cuisine all in an intimate, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere where the Chef will guide you in the art of preparing homemade pasta, creating colorful doughs with you using vegetable extracts and powders. Our Chef has been working for over ten years in haute cuisine around Italy. He immediately developed the desire to create gourmet recipes without the use of meat, fish, eggs and with only vegetable rennet cheeses. Everything is done in full respect of nature, the territory and the seasonality of the food, doing justice to the flavors and colors of the products of our land. It is a unique 100% green culinary and cultural experience that can be enjoyed alone, as a couple or even as a family.

Skip the crowds—this is a private tour for your group only. Step into the heart of Orvieto with this exclusive private walking tour, tailor-made to immerse you in the town’s enchanting allure. As you tread upon its cobblestone paths, each step resonates with tales whispered through the ages. Guided by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll find the narratives of Orvieto unfurling before you, bringing every stone and structure to life. A standout in your journey is the majestic Duomo di Orvieto, a marvel of art and architecture that stands as a testament to the town’s illustrious past. Yet, this is but a glimpse of what Orvieto offers. Beyond the cathedral, myriad wonders await: from hidden courtyards to stories etched in ancient walls. This isn’t just a tour; it’s an intimate experience of Orvieto’s essence. While the Duomo is undeniably captivating, be prepared to discover even more treasures as you delve deeper into this Italian jewel!

Discover the art and legends of Orvieto, a masterpiece of the Middle Ages and the Reinassance in Umbria, in Central Italy! Visit the majestic Orvieto Cathedral, dating back to the14th-century, famous for its splendid façade decorated by fascinating statues in Gothic style and gilded mosaics. Inside you can admire marvellous frescoes and the Reliquary of the Santo Corporale, a Gothic masterwork containing the stained corporal of the miracle of Bolsena. The Cathedral's masterpiece is however the “Sistine Chapel of Orvieto”, a breathtaking series of frescoes concerning the Apocalypse and the Last Judgment, painted by Luca Signorelli and other famous artists of the Italian Renaissance. Top it off with a nice stroll through the city center and discover the most beautiful medieval palaces in Orvieto, including the majestic Torre del Moro, a tower almost 50 meters high!

Of all Italian hill towns perhaps Orvieto is the most photogenic and easiest to walk around. Largely pedestrianized and flat, it is easily covered on foot. The medieval streets and alleyways have both imposing palaces and quaint, modest townhouses. Orvieto is full of surprises: round that corner, you catch sight of the imposing Gothic facade of the cathedral for the first time; at the end of an alleyway is the entrance to a Renaissance courtyard; over there is the entrance to an ancient Etruscan tomb. Your photography teacher has lived here for 15 years and knows the place intimately. He has taught photography for 20 years and has been a pro since graduating from photography college in 1977. From the city walls, there are stunning views of the surrounding countryside with vineyards, olive groves, and picturesque villas and farms across two regions, Tuscany and Umbria.