Umbria Uncovered and Tuscan Delights: Assisi, Perugia, Florence & Siena
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Umbria Uncovered and Tuscan Delights: Assisi, Perugia, Florence & Siena
12 Days Starting and ending in Northern France
Visiting: Belgium, Cremona, Umbria, Perugia, Deruta, Spello, Montefalco, Spoleto, Siena, San Gimignano, Lake Trasimeno, Cortona, Assisi, Florence, Collazzone
Tour operator:
Tour code:
uuc
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Italy with the "Umbria Uncovered and Tuscan Delights" tour. This fully guided adventure takes you through the enchanting regions of Umbria and Tuscany, offering a rich tapestry of history, art, and culture. Explore the birthplace of St. Francis in Assisi, the vibrant city of Perugia, and the serene beauty of Lago di Trasimeno. Discover the medieval charm of Siena and the iconic towers of San Gimignano. Experience the Renaissance splendor of Florence, and enjoy the picturesque hilltop towns of Spello and Montefalco. Stay in comfort at the 4-star Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant, a converted monastery nestled in the Umbrian hills. Delight in a cooking class, wine tasting, and the convenience of air-conditioned motorcoach travel from the UK. This tour promises an unforgettable exploration of Italy's cultural and historical treasures.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: Belgium
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to northern France for an overnight stay.
Day 2
Location: Cremona
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 3-star standard hotels
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Continue to Italy where we will stay overnight in the Cremona region.
Day 3
Location: Umbria
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Arrive in Umbria today at our 4-star hotel, Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant, where we will stay for seven nights on a half-board basis. The hotel nestles amongst rolling hills, not far from Perugia.
Day 4 : Perugia
Location: Perugia, Deruta
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join our included excursion today to Umbria’s largest city, Perugia, a lovely medieval city rich in history and art. The historical centre reveals traces of both Etruscan and Roman civilisations; there is time to explore the well-preserved walls, cathedrals, piazzas or wander the labyrinthine alleyways. En route back to our hotel, we stop in Deruta, famous for its beautifully colourful ceramics.
Day 5 : Free Time
Location: Perugia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A day at leisure to relax and enjoy the facilities on offer at the hotel or perhaps join the Chef for an optional cookery course, trying your hand at re-creating some Italian specialities.
Day 6 : Umbrian Hilltop Towns & Wine Tasting
Location: Spello, Montefalco, Spoleto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we visit some of Umbria’s most beguiling hilltop towns and villages on our full-day included excursion. The honey-hued buildings of pretty Spello seemingly cling to the side of Monte Subasio, whilst Montefalco is known as the 'balcony of Umbria' for its elevated position and spectacular vistas. We visit Spoleto which has a compact centre filled with a wealth of history; the Ponte delle Torri bridge and hilltop fortress add to the town’s attractive appearance. The day concludes with a visit to a wine producer with a tasting of local wines.
Day 7 : Siena and San Gimignano
Location: Siena, San Gimignano
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today's included excursion takes us to the neighbouring region of Tuscany with a visit to the delightful towns of Siena and San Gimignano. A maze of red-brick buildings, Siena is a wonderfully preserved medieval treasure trove. At its heart lies Il Campo, renowned as Italy’s most beautiful piazza, which bustles with life and is the scene of the frenetic Palio horse race twice each year. Next we travel to San Gimignano, which is instantly recognisable by its thirteen stone towers, from which the town takes its nickname of ‘Medieval Manhattan’. Enjoy beautiful views over the Tuscan countryside from the town’s lovely hilltop position.
Day 8 : Free Time or Cortona and Lake Trasimeno
Location: Lake Trasimeno, Cortona
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join our optional excursion along the shores of Lake Trasimeno to reach the splendid Etruscan town of Cortona. Enclosed by ancient stone walls, the town enjoys a dominant position overlooking the Chiana Valley with views sometimes sweeping as far as Lake Trasimeno. We return along the opposite shore of the beautiful lake.
Day 9 : Assisi
Location: Assisi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Included, full-day excursion to medieval Assisi, most famous as the native town of St. Francis. Explore the Piazza del Comune, the Basilica di San Francesco, which features frescoes by Giotto, or one of the many pink stone churches and basilicas dotted throughout the town. To make the most of your visit, why not join our optional guided sightseeing tour?
Day 10 : Florence
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
En route to our overnight stay in the Cremona area, we visit the wonderful Renaissance city of Florence. There will be time at leisure to explore the many highlights including the charismatic Ponte Vecchio, the spectacular cathedral and bustling Piazza della Signoria. To make the most of your visit, join our optional sightseeing tour with a local guide.
Day 11
Location: Collazzone
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: Breakfast
To northern France for an overnight stay.
Day 12
Location: Belgium
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Meals
11 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 9 dinners -
Accommodation
Accommodation is included as detailed in the itinerary.
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point.
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Fully Guided
The tour is fully guided.
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International Travel
International travel is included.
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Transport
Transport is provided by a comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach.
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Excursions
Included excursions to Perugia, Umbrian hilltop towns, Siena, San Gimignano, Assisi, and Florence.
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Cooking Class
A cooking class is included at the hotel.
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Wine Tasting
A visit to a wine producer with a tasting of local wines is included.
What's Not Included
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Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions such as guided sightseeing tours in Assisi and Florence are not included.
Accommodation
You will stay for seven nights at the 4-star Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant, a beautifully converted 13th-century monastery nestled in the Umbrian hills, offering a swimming pool, tennis court, and free Wi-Fi. Overnight stays in the Cremona area will be in 3-star standard hotels, and in northern France, city-style hotels.Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with our air-conditioned motorcoach, including travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK. Coach travel from/to a local UK joining point is included, ensuring a seamless journey throughout your holiday.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will stay for seven nights at the 4-star Abbazia Collemedio Resort & Restaurant, a converted monastery in the Umbrian hills, offering amenities like a swimming pool and tennis court. Overnight stays in the Cremona area will be in 3-star standard hotels, and in northern France, you will stay in city-style hotels.
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Is transportation included in the tour package?
Yes, transportation is included. The tour provides travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach, including travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK.
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Are there any cooking activities included in the tour?
Yes, a cooking class is included at the hotel, where you can try your hand at re-creating some Italian specialities.
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Will there be opportunities for wine tasting during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a visit to a wine producer with a tasting of local wines.
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What are some of the key destinations visited on this tour?
The tour visits several key destinations including Perugia, Siena, San Gimignano, Assisi, and Florence. It also includes excursions to Umbrian hilltop towns like Spello and Montefalco, and a visit to Spoleto.
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Is the tour fully guided?
Yes, the tour is fully guided, ensuring you have expert guidance throughout your journey.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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