Day Trips from Florence to Umbria

Take a day trip to Assisi and Cortona and discover these charming hilltop towns alongside a guide. Departing from Florence, travel first to Assisi, where you visit the Convent of Santa Chiara, the Basilica of San Francesco, and hear about the life of St. Francis of Assisi. Pause for a peek inside Santa Maria degli Angeli church, believed to be a favorite spot of St. Francis. Then head to Cortona for some time to explore independently before returning to Florence.

Enjoy your travel from Florence to Rome with stops in Perugia and Assisi on the way to admire these unforgettable places, without the hassle of trains and planes and with the gift of an additional visit experience. Sit back and begin your journey!

Discover Assisi and Cortona on a day trip from Florence, and make the most of a private driver, just for your group. First, travel to the pilgrimage town of Assisi to walk in the footsteps of St. Francis, Italy’s patron saint. Learn about his life in the town, and visit the basilicas of St. Francis and St. Claire. After a break for lunch, continue to Cortona for some sightseeing at your leisure. Entrance fees and food are at your own expense.

Having left the center of Florence, you will drive through the beautiful landscape of Tuscany and Umbria. You will stop in Orvieto and walk on your own through the old center. You may enter the Gothic Cathedral with a frescoed Last Judgement to rival Michaelangelo’s, fine art galleries and artisan shops featuring locally made crafts especially ceramics. After about an hour’s drive you will be in Tuscany onward to the historical center of Montepulciano. You will be given time to explore at your leisure the cobblestoned streets, to admire noble residences, medieval churches, fortifications and City Hall square with the high bell tower, the symbol of the town. Wine tasting is held inside an ancient cellar, described by Bella Italia magazine as the most beautiful in the world. You will have the opportunity to buy wines and olive oils directly from the producer which can be shipped anywhere in the world.

Visit Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio with our expert local driver. During your trip from Florence (or from the other areas indicated) to Rome, we will stop twice to admire the beauty of the city of Orvieto, with its majestic Cathedral and the incredible village of Civita di Bagnoregio, called "The Dying City". This beautiful village has remained suspended in the void and the only way to access it is along the narrow pedestrian bridge. A full day inside the mysterious Etruscan culture, the power of the great Roman Empire and the magnificence of the Italian Renaissance. At the end of the transfer/tour you can choose where you want to be left in Rome (to your home address or where you booked your hotel, B & B or private apartment). During the trip is possible to ask our driver-guide to visit typical wineries and restaurants, always in an exclusive way. This is our secret Italy for you! Take a look at: What to expect

Travel through the Tuscan countryside with a private driver on this day trip to Assisi and Perugia. Departing from Florence, explore the medieval city of Passignano sul Trasimeno and enjoy views of the beautiful Lake Trasimeno. Then head to Perugia to see where Renaissance artist Raphael worked, before exploring the town of Assisi, once home to Italy's patron saint. While there, admire the UNESCO-listed Basilica of St. Francis.

Discover Umbria, one of Italy’s true hidden gems, during this full-day tour that will take you into the green heart of the country. Visit Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage site and discover its rich history which dates back to the Roman age; learn about its most illustrious citizen, Saint Francis, during a 1,5-hour walking tour. Enjoy a typical Umbrian lunch with wine served in a beautiful location in Assisi. The next will be Orvieto, where you will have time to enjoy the visit to the ancient Roman walls, the well, the historic city centre or just enjoy a glass of wine in front of the amazing Duomo. Also significant to the Roman era are the Arch of Drusus, the Roman House and the Roman Theatre.

Visit Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio with the convenience of a private driver and vehicle on this full-day tour from Florence. Skip the hassle of driving with private transfer service that takes you through the picturesque Italian countryside to Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio. Have several hours to explore the medieval towns on your own, and, if time allows, add a stop at Pitigliano Centro Storico.

Take this full-day tour to Assisi to discover the spiritual beauty of the hilltop town. Surrounded by countryside and featuring the Basilica of St Francis perched high up on a hill, its magical atmosphere will fill your soul. Your guide will lead you through the history of the landmarks, as well as allow some leisure time of shopping and lunch in this enchanting town that has been stirring imaginations since antiquity.

Explore the towns of Assisi, Perugia and Cortona on a full-day tour from Florence with your own private driver-guide. Take in the scenery of the Umbria region and make a stop in the Tuscan countryside during this customizable 10-hour excursion. Get tips and background information on the top attractions of each location, while enjoying the freedom to discover the towns on your own. Includes pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Florence.

Your Professional English-speaking Driver will pick you up from Fiumicino Fco International Airport, right after you go through customs with a sign with your name on and will help you with your luggage. All you have to do is get in and relax. Enjoy a 3-hour one-way Private Transfer in a comfortable, fully air-conditioned comfortable vehicle to your accommodation in Florence. Pit stop half-way to relax. Viceversa trip available according selected option. Upgradable option to visit the old town of Orvieto for an extra 3 hours. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Meeting with your Driver and departure towards the Southern part of Tuscany or the Southern part of Umbria: • Monte Oliveto Maggiore (Tuscany) • Assisi (Umbria) Here S. Francis and S. Bernardo were protagonists and founders of a different way to live Religion. Tour the breathtaking Monasteries, the native villages of these Saints and breath the Middle Ages. Included: - Light Lunch - Wine Tasting Local tour guide included in Private option. Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Your Professional English-speaking Driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Florence. All you have to do is get in and relax. Enjoy a 3-hour one-way Private Transfer in a comfortable, fully air-conditioned comfortable vehicle to Fiumicino Fco International Airport. Pit stop half-way to relax. Viceversa trip available according selected option. Upgradable option to visit the old town of Orvieto for an extra 3 hours. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Gourmet Lunch. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola Included: • Gourmet Lunch and Wine in the middle of the Green Umbria. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Take the scenic route from Florence to Rome, with a stop at the beautiful town of Orvieto, perched atop a rugged plateau amid the Umbrian Hills. Your private driver will collect you from your door, transfer you to Orvieto—where you might choose to tour Orvieto Cathedral, explore the warren of tunnels known as Orvieto Underground, or eat lunch with a view—then drop you at your Rome address.

BISCOTTI MAKING IN A CAVE You will tour Orvieto, its 7 kms underground tunnels, majestic golden lily cathedral AND make biscotti in one of the caves! In this fullday with Professional English-speaking Driver you’ll be able to visit: • The medieval town of Orvieto • Orvieto underground (Skip-The-Line tickets included) • Orvieto underground "Biscotti Making in a Cave" (admission price included) Local licensed Tour Guide in Private option included. Lunch time in a tipical local Restaurant in the countryside (own expense). Pickup and dropoff will be at your accommodation in Florence. Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Gourmet Lunch. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola Included: • Gourmet Lunch and Wine in the middle of the Green Umbria. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

"SONO ITALIANO!" This day will be a real insight experience in the Italian lifestyle towards the Southern part of Tuscany/Northern Umbria: • Breath the coffee from the "Moka", • Experience the local market • Italian Cooking Demo • Eat with an "Italiana" family! Local tour guide included. Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Travel from Rome to Florence seamlessly with private transportation. Get picked up at the Fiumicino Airport in Rome by an English-speaking guide and drive to Florence in an air-conditioned vehicle. Choose between a direct route and stopping in the medieval town of Orvieto to explore. Get dropped off at your hotel in Florence.

Maximize travel time between Florence and Rome with private transportation. Get picked up at your hotel in Florence by an English-speaking driver and drive to Rome in an air-conditioned vehicle. Customize the trip with a stop in the town of Orvieto and use free time to explore at your own pace and eat lunch. Get dropped off directly at your hotel in Rome.

BISCOTTI MAKING IN A CAVE You will tour Orvieto, its 7 kms underground tunnels, majestic golden lily cathedral AND make biscotti in one of the caves! In this fullday with Professional English-speaking Driver you’ll be able to visit: • The medieval town of Orvieto • Orvieto underground (Skip-The-Line tickets included) • Orvieto underground "Biscotti Making in a Cave" (admission price included) Local licensed Tour Guide in Private option included. Lunch time in a tipical local Restaurant in the countryside (own expense). Pickup and dropoff will be at your accommodation in Florence. Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Meeting with your Driver and departure towards the Southern part of Tuscany or the Southern part of Umbria: • Monte Oliveto Maggiore (Tuscany) • Assisi (Umbria) Here S. Francis and S. Bernardo were protagonists and founders of a different way to live Religion.  Tour the breathtaking Monasteries, the native villages of these Saints and breath the Middle Ages. Included: - Light Lunch - Wine Tasting Local tour guide included in Private option. Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Meeting with your Driver and departure towards the Southern part of Tuscany or the Southern part of Umbria: • Monte Oliveto Maggiore (Tuscany) • Assisi (Umbria) Here S. Francis and S. Bernardo were protagonists and founders of a different way to live Religion. Tour the breathtaking Monasteries, the native villages of these Saints and breath the Middle Ages. Included: - Light Lunch - Wine Tasting Local tour guide included in Private option. Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Travel from Florence to the Fiumicino Airport in Rome seamlessly with private transportation. Get picked up by an English-speaking driver at your hotel in Florence and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to the airport in Rome. Choose between a direct route or a stop in the medieval town of Orvieto.