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Walking Tour of Umbria
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Umbria offers a captivating blend of stunning natural beauty, rich culture, and diverse landscapes. Wander through quiet oak forests, rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves, while encountering ancient hermitages, monasteries, and churches adorned with masterful frescoes. Scenic high-altitude trails, shaded forest paths, and charming villages dot the journey, with castles and fortresses crowning the hilltops. Food lovers will be delighted by the region’s specialties: Lake Trasimeno is famed for its red wine, Trevi produces exceptional olive oil, and Spoleto is known for its world-class truffles. The high trail around Lake Trasimeno provides sunny hikes with panoramic lake views, while the Via Francigena leads through the pilgrimage town of Assisi to the iconic Spoleto Bridge, famously crossed by Goethe.

From Lake Trasimeno, travel through the Sacred Forest to Assisi, a renowned pilgrimage site, and continue along the Via Francigena to the picturesque town of Spoleto. Enjoy the finest local wine, olive oil, and truffles, while immersing yourself in the region's cultural treasures and the lush, captivating landscapes of Umbria.

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Walking Tour of Umbria

Experience the green heart of Italy
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(133 reviews)
8 Days from $1,025USD
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Duration
8 Days
Season
Apr-Oct
Activity
Walking
Type
Self-guided, Private
Accommodation
3-4* Hotels
Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)
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Umbria offers a captivating blend of stunning natural beauty, rich culture, and diverse landscapes. Wander through quiet oak forests, rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves, while encountering ancient hermitages, monasteries, and churches adorned with masterful frescoes. Scenic high-altitude trails, shaded forest paths, and charming villages dot the journey, with castles and fortresses crowning the hilltops. Food lovers will be delighted by the region’s specialties: Lake Trasimeno is famed for its red wine, Trevi produces exceptional olive oil, and Spoleto is known for its world-class truffles. The high trail around Lake Trasimeno provides sunny hikes with panoramic lake views, while the Via Francigena leads through the pilgrimage town of Assisi to the iconic Spoleto Bridge, famously crossed by Goethe.

From Lake Trasimeno, travel through the Sacred Forest to Assisi, a renowned pilgrimage site, and continue along the Via Francigena to the picturesque town of Spoleto. Enjoy the finest local wine, olive oil, and truffles, while immersing yourself in the region's cultural treasures and the lush, captivating landscapes of Umbria.

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Trip highlights

Traverse high-altitude trails, oak forests, olive groves, and vineyards, with breathtaking views over Lake Trasimeno and the rolling hills of Umbria, offering diverse and picturesque hiking experiences.

Explore the rich heritage of Umbria by visiting ancient hermitages, monasteries, castles, and impressive churches adorned with Renaissance frescoes in towns like Assisi, Spello, and Trevi.

Savor the region's world-class truffles, fine red wine, and exceptional olive oil, with stops in renowned culinary hotspots like Spoleto, Trevi, and the Lake Trasimeno area.

Walk along historic routes like the Via Francigena and the Franciscan Trail, following in the footsteps of pilgrims and passing by key spiritual sites such as the Basilica of San Francesco in Assisi.

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Arrival in Passignano sul Trasimeno
Arrive in the charming town of Passignano sul Trasimeno. In the evening, take a stroll through the historic heart of the town, and from the Rocca's bell tower, enjoy breathtaking views of the shimmering lake below.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Passignano sul Trasimeno
Included Meals
Day 2
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Circular walk in Passignano – “Giro del Trasimeno”
Today’s hike follows the Giro del Trasimeno, a long-distance trail that takes you over numerous hilltops with spectacular views of the lake. Along the way, visit the impressive Maltese Castle in Magione, once a refuge for pilgrims. A scenic train ride along the lake will bring you back to Passignano.
Distance 15 km, 500 m of ascent, 500 m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Passignano sul Trasimeno
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 3
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Passignano sul Trasimeno to Assisi – “Green Path and Sacred Forest”
Take a train past Perugia to Bastia Umbra, where you begin your hike on the “Green Path” along the Tescio River. Ascend toward the majestic city of Assisi, a key pilgrimage destination. Pass through the Sacred Forest and detour to see the Third Paradise, an artwork made from 120 olive trees, before reaching the Basilica of San Francesco.
Distance 12 km, 350 m of ascent, 100 m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Assisi
Included Meals Breakfast
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Assisi to Spello/Foligno – “Monte Subasio High Trail”
Today’s hike takes you along the Franciscan Trail, traversing the slopes of Monte Subasio. Enjoy lush ridges, ancient woodlands, and panoramic views. Reach the town of Spello, known for its churches and Renaissance frescoes. From there, take the train to Foligno, located on the ancient Roman Via Flaminia.
Distance 16 km, 800 m of ascent, 950 m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Spello/Foligno
Included Meals Breakfast
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Spello/Foligno to Trevi – “Franciscan Trail”
Leaving Foligno, follow the Franciscan Trail along the ancient Via Flaminia to Sant’Eraclio fortress. Continue through olive groves and gentle hills, arriving at Trevi, one of Italy’s most beautiful villages. Relax in the Piazza and explore Villa Fabri, known for its ceiling frescoes.
Distance 12 km, 350 m of ascent, 150 m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Trevi
Included Meals Breakfast
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Trevi to Spoleto – “Olive Groves and Castles”
Begin your day hiking through olive groves, passing the Franciscan hermitage on the way to Campello. Continue along the Via Francigena toward the fortified village of Poreta. A rewarding climb to the castle provides stunning views. A short drive takes you to Spoleto, where you can explore the city using the unique underground escalator system.
Distance 15 km, 550 m of ascent, 550 m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Spoleto
Included Meals Breakfast
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Circular walk in Spoleto – “Monte Luco Hermitage”
Today’s hike takes you through shaded paths leading to the tranquil hermitage of Saint Francis on Monte Luco. Admire the Ponte delle Torri, an architectural marvel, and follow Goethe’s footsteps around the Rocca for panoramic views. Visit Spoleto’s magnificent cathedral and indulge in its famous truffle dishes.
Distance 12 km, 500 m of ascent, 500 m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Spoleto
Included Meals Breakfast
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Departure or Extension
After breakfast, depart for your onward journey or extend your stay to explore more of Umbria.
Distance Breakfast
Overnight Location None
Included Meals

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Dates and prices

This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of rooms that you need.

2025 Departures:
The departures are available every Sunday, from April 4th to October 11th, 2025. 

  • Single room: from $1,425USD*
  • Sharing a double room: from $1,025USD*

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The prices listed are per person.

What’s included

Meals

7 breakfasts are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 7 nights are included.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour, as well as:

  • 1 Transfer Poreta – Spoleto
  • 1 entrance to the Holy Forest of Assisi

Also Included

  • Carefully elaborated route description
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Not included

  • Any transfers outside of those mentioned as included
  • Local tourist tax
  • Guide
  • Train rides (Magione – Passignano, Passignano – Bastia Umbra, Spello – Foligno) approx EUR 15 per person

Optional Extras

  • Extra nights in accommodations

Accommodation for Walking Tour of Umbria

This tour includes accommodation in beautiful 3***- and 4****-hotels and guest houses. In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Walking Tour of Umbria?

We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 3 / 5. This tour is of moderate difficulty, with well-maintained paths and trails traversing high plateaus, gravel roads, and expansive forests. A good level of fitness and some sure-footedness are required, but with daily hikes of up to 5 hours, the pace allows for a relaxed exploration of cultural highlights along the route.

Do I need a visa to travel to Italy?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Walking Tour of Umbria?

7 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Passignano to start this tour?

Passignano is easily accessible by car, located along the A1 and E45 highways. It’s about a 30-minute drive from Perugia and around 2 hours from Florence. Follow the signs to Passignano sul Trasimeno once you exit the main roads. Arriving by train is also an option as Passignano sul Trasimeno has its own train station, which is well connected by regional trains. You can take a train from cities like Florence, Rome, or Perugia. From Florence, you'll likely change trains in Terontola-Cortona before reaching Passignano. Also, regular bus services connect Passignano to nearby cities such as Perugia and other towns around Lake Trasimeno. Bus routes are available from Perugia’s central bus station.

Where does the Walking Tour of Umbria end?

The tour ends in Spoleto.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Italy?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Italy?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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