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Umbria and Assisi -5 Day Self Guided Cycle
5 days Montefalco to Assisi Cycle through beautiful Umbria to Assisi, the birthplace of St Francis, Travel through tranquil countryside, Traverse meadows and woods in Italy's 'green heart', Visit some of the finest Umbrian hill towns en route, See superb art including frescoes by Giotto and Pinturicchio, Pedal across the open pastures of Monte Subasio
The area we visit is in the heart of Umbria, a verdant stretch of land, which begins on the banks of the Tiber and ends in the spiritual heartland of Assisi. Often referred to as the green heart of Italy, Umbria nevertheless features a diversity of landscape - open rolling hills beneath the moderate peaks of the Apennines, interspersed with small alluvial plains. Roman relics, numerous imposing churches and gaunt monasteries are a testament to the lofty and protected location of some of the archetypal hill towns. These delightful and enduring towns of pinkish stone, some dating back to the Etruscans, are scattered throughout Umbria.
Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 2
Accommodation: Bed and Breakfast (4 nts)
Trip Style: Intrepid Independent
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow EUR €200 for meals not included.
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| Call (253) 572-6271 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6603098 | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Days 1-2 | Montefalco to Bevagna | Nicknamed the 'Balcony of Umbria', Montefalco offers breathtaking views of the countryside. You can admire its collection of excellent paintings this morning, before pedalling along a ridge to the ramparts of Bevagna. The intricate Roman mosaics and romantic Romanesque churches in this walled town will surely impress. | | Day 3 | Bevagna to Spello | Cycle quiet lanes leading to the serene streets of Spello. This hilltop town is home to Roman ruins, fine palaces and a magnificent festival called the Infiorata, where an enormous carpet of flowers is laid down for the feast of Corpus Domini. | | Days 4-5 | Spello to Assisi | You can enjoy a leisurely ride across rolling hills or take a more challenging route straight across the top of Monte Sunasio on the last day of your cycling adventure. The journey ends in Assisi, hometown of St Francis, Italy's premier saint. Whatever your feelings about religion, this town will inspire reverence with its wonderful collection of ancient churches and monuments. Be sure to check out Giotto's exquisite depiction of the life of St Francis in the superb Basilica di San Francesco. |
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time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices
at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December
2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full.
For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The
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and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All
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significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you
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cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by
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