Orvieto and Assisi Day Trip
Orvieto and Assisi Day Trip
This excursion gives you the opportunity to see how present-day Italians live in a medieval hilltop town alongside almost four thousand years of history!
Visit Assisi and Orvieto in a private limo day trip from Rome
DESCRIPTION Our first stop will be Assisi, a town that plays a direct role in the story of Saint Francis, one of Italy’s two patron saints and among the most revered religious figures in the world.
St. Francis was born in 1182 into a wealthy merchant family but quickly decided to divest himself of all his wealth and live in absolute poverty. He founded the Franciscan Order and revolutionized the concept of monastic life, highlighting the importance of providing hands-on assistance to the needy. This tour features the most important places of St. Francis’ life and death: the Basilica of San Francesco (consisting of an upper and a lower church), the crucifix that came to life and spoke to him, the garden of roses without thorns and the small cave where he died. We will be sure to point out the rich decorations and details of the basilica; the walls of both the upper and lower churches tell stories of the saint’s life through paintings by some of the best artists of the 13th and 14th centuries (Giotto, Cimabue, Simone Martini, Pietro Lorenzetti).
After your visit to Assisi, we will take you on a panoramic drive through the Umbrian countryside with quaint medieval towns dotted along the way. Before long we will arrive in the picturesque town of Orvieto, home to one of Italy's finest and most impressive gothic cathedrals. The church façade of the Orvieto Cathedral is thought to be nearly perfect, and the interior provides an equally striking feast for the eyes including the “reliquiario” Christian relic containing the Shrine of Corpus Christi and Signorelli’s fresco cycle that served as inspiration for Michelangelo’s Last Judgement in the Sistine Chapel. Explore the cathedral’s hallowed halls as you learn about the art, history and miracles of its religious legends. You will also want to enjoy the town’s sweeping views of the surrounding vineyards and fields - it is one of the best panoramic points in the area.
The rest of the day can be spent curving through the town’s quaint alleys as you shop for famous Orvieto ceramics, artisanal jewelry and local food products or by simply relaxing in an outdoor café and absorbing the splendid medieval atmosphere.
➢ 11 hours
WHY CHOOSE THIS TOUR
➢ This day trip takes you into the heart of the beautiful countryside of the Umbria Region, known as the green heart of Italy
➢ You will have the opportunity to see how present-day Italians live in a medieval hilltop town alongside almost four thousand years of history!
➢ Witness two of Italy’s most sacred landmarks – the towns of Assisi and Orvieto
HIGHLIGHTS
➢ Visit the sacred city of Assisi and the medieval hill town of Orvieto on this full-day private excursion from Rome
➢ Learn about the birth of the Franciscan movement as you explore the relics of Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
➢ Continue to the charming town of Orvieto to admire its magnificent Cathedral and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside
➢ Curve through the town’s quaint alleys as you browse shops for famous Orvieto ceramics, artisanal jewelry and local food products
INCLUDED
➢ Luxury air-conditioned Mercedes vehicle
➢ Informative English-speaking driver
➢ Cold bottled water on board
➢ Parking, tolls, gasoline
➢ Local taxes
NOT INCLUDED
➢ Entrance fees
➢ Food and drinks
➢ Gratuities
GENERAL INFORMATION
➢ The proposed itineraries are only examples of possible tours. For different pick up / drop off locations or customized itineraries, you are welcome to contact one of our tour coordinators and they will help you design your own tour
➢ While the order in which you visit the sites may change, all indicated sites will be covered
➢ If you plan to visit a religious or memorial site, shoulders and knees must be covered
➢ Your professional English-speaking driver will provide commentary from the vehicle but will not accompany you inside visited sites
➢ If you would like to have an English-speaking tour guide accompany you inside the sites, this can be arranged for an additional cost upon request. The guide will then narrate from the vehicle as well as inside each site
➢ Your driver is available to extend your tour for additional hours upon request
➢ Comfortable flat-soled walking shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen are recommended
➢ Not wheelchair-accessible
➢ A moderate amount of walking is involved
PRICING
➢ Pricing may be subject to change based on availability and season, so we recommend booking as promptly as possible in order to lock in the published pricing.
➢ All rates listed above do not include taxes (+10% VAT).
➢Reservations are guaranteed by credit card. Credit card data is used only to secure reservation and is not charged unless otherwise stated.
➢ Final payment is to be settled at the end of service in cash (euros), by Euros traveler’s check or credit card (Visa/Mastercard). Please be aware that payments by credit card will incur a 6% convenience fee.
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