Top Assisi Outdoor Activities

Escape the crowds in Assisi and head to the scenic hillsides for a wine tasting overlooking the Umbria Valley. Connect with a local winemaking family and take a stroll through the estate’s vineyards and olive trees to enjoy the views. Then relax over an al fresco wine tasting featuring four different organic wines served with a selection of bruschette, extra-virgin olive oil, local cheeses and cold cuts.

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.

Starting from Assisi we go to explore the "fascia olivata" trail near SPELLO, on a guided cycling tour through picturesque olives trees hills and breathtaking countryside. This immersive experience includes a visit to Bevagna, where you can walk through the medieval town and visit the beautiful church of the 12th century. With a duration of approximately 5 hours, this tour is designed for small groups of 2 to 8 participants, ensuring an intimate and personalized adventure. The journey covers 40 km with a moderate difficulty level, perfect for both novice and experienced cyclists. E-bike rental, helmet, and technical material are provided for your convenience. - Guided cycling tour through Montefalco's scenic vineyards - Visit Spello town - Suitable for small groups of 2 to 8 people, fostering a personal experience - Includes e-bike rental, helmet, and technical support material

In the morning, we will live one of the most exciting experiences to do in Umbria: river rafting! Aboard an unsinkable raft, we launch ourselves into an adventurous descent on the streams, pushed by water currents, through places of great naturalistic interest otherwise inaccessible: rock walls, waterfalls, woods and large meadows. After the descent, delicious typical lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we reach the Marmore Falls which, with its 165m divided into 3 jumps, is the second highest artificial waterfall in Europe. It is located in the Terni Valnerina area and the Nera River Park, a protected area that finds its point of excellence in the waterfall. Independent visit of the waterfalls following one or more trekking trails inside the park. Entrance ticket included.

The highest waterfall in Europe, the Marmore Falls is one of Umbria’s most famous sights and a popular day trip from Assisi. With this tour, learn how the ancient Romans engineered these falls more than 2,000 years ago and spot native flora and fauna as you stroll along the Ring of the Nymphs and Meeting of the Waters trails with your guide.

Experience a private truffle hunt with a guide and trained dogs in the Umbrian countryside, searching for the region’s celebrated “Black Diamonds.” Explore the beautiful forests near Assisi with an informative host-hunter, who will teach you how to forage for these precious tubers. Then, enjoy a winery tour and a four-course meal of traditional dishes flavored with the truffles unearthed on your hunt and paired with organic wines.

The uniqueness of a tour is the knowledge of the territory of the guide and the love that the guide himself has for his land and his beauties, proud and eager to be able to share it with others.

Discover the rich flavors of Umbria with an immersive truffle hunting and cooking experience in Assisi. Guided by an expert truffle hunter and their Lagotto dogs, venture into the picturesque hills to unearth these culinary treasures. Back at the charming Osteria Boccabusto, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking class, where you'll learn to prepare fresh pasta and a classic Italian dessert alongside a professional chef. Finally, savor a delightful four-course lunch celebrating the best of Umbrian cuisine, complete with wine, water, and coffee.

Discover the life of Saint Francis of Assisi through an immersive virtual reality experience, hosted in a suggestive space in front of the Basilica. In approximately 17 minutes, relive the most important moments of his human and spiritual journey with an emotional narrative available in seven languages. Enter the history of St. Francis of Assisi with “Con Francesco Immersive Experience”, an engaging virtual reality journey into the heart of Assisi. In about 17 minutes you will be able to relive some of the most significant moments of Francis’ human and spiritual journey: through an intense narrative, accompanied by the voice of Francis himself, this immersive experience combines history, spirituality and technology in an exciting and accessible story. It is ideal for adults, families, groups and children from 8 years, both for those who already know the story of the Saint and for those who want to discover it for the first time.