Cycling Umbria for everybody
Looking for an active yet stress-free vacation? This cycling tour is perfect for those who want an authentic and tranquil experience, away from the crowds of mainstream tourism. Ideal for families, the route features shorter distances, gentle hills, and a relaxed pace, allowing you to explore the beauty of Umbria at your leisure.
A Unique Journey Through Art, Nature, and Local Flavors
This itinerary offers the best of the region at a pace that lets you savor every moment. While the routes are less demanding, the quality remains exceptional: stunning landscapes, authentic flavors, and unforgettable wines are all part of the experience.
Your journey begins in the historic town of Cortona, renowned for its ancient Etruscan tombs dating back to the 6th century BC. From there, you’ll cycle to Solomeo, the “cashmere village,” and Perugia, a Renaissance gem famous for its world-renowned Perugina chocolates.
Riding through rolling hills covered in vineyards and olive groves, you’ll arrive in Deruta, globally recognized for its exquisite handcrafted ceramics, a tradition dating back to the 13th century. Next, you’ll visit Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage site home to masterpieces by Giotto, Simone Martini, and Cimabue.
The tour concludes with stops in Bevagna and Spello, two picturesque villages brimming with history, tradition, and timeless charm.
Book your cycling tour in Umbria today and embark on an unforgettable adventure through breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and authentic Italian flavors!
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Price includes:
- 7 nights (in 3* / 4* accomodations)
- All the breakfasts (dinners on demand)
- Luggage transfer
- GPS files
- Emergency number 24/7
Highlights:
Cortona, Lago Trasimeno, Solomeo, Brunello Cucinelli Cashmere, Bevagna, Deruta, Assisi, Spello.
Activity:
Self guided cycling tour on secondary asphalt roads.
Suitable for:
Adults and families (childrens from 15 years old).
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrivo a Cortona
You will be met at Santa Maria degli Angeli station and transferred to your hotel. Visit this beautiful town and you are given your informative kit: road books, maps, guide book and vouchers, You will also receive and try your bikes.
Day 2: From Cortona to Solomeo
Trasimeno lake is known for its olive covered surrounding hills, the lovely villages and the bamboo ridden shores, a resting place for migrating birds. Take a boat to Isola Maggiore where old ladies weave their age-old laces. Discover Montecolognola viewpoint over the lake, Monte del Lago, and San Feliciano fisherman village; Spend the night in a lovely country Inn in Solomeo, the hamlet of the cashmere.
Day 3: Solomeo Loop
Today a beautiful loop ride awaits you. You will ride along country roads surrounded by greenery where you will enjoy beautiful views of Perugia and southern Umbria. You will pass through tiny and charming villages such as Sant’Apollinare, Mercatello and Spina.
Day 4: From Solomeo to Perugia
Your day destination is Perugia, the main town in Umbria, with its fine square and communal palace, its renaissance painting collection, and the Rocca Paolina, the subterranean town. Perugia is also a lively town with shops and fashionable boutiques.
Day 5: From Perugia to Assisi
We are now in the heart of Umbria; from Perugia you will descend toward the Tiber River, which will stay by your side for a few kilometers. Leaving the river, along roads with little traffic you will pass through Civitella d’Arna and Pianello to arrive at majestic Assisi. You will spend the night in a delightful Country Inn within walking distance of the Basilica.
Day 6: Assisi Loop
Today you are in for another beautiful loop ride to Torgiano and Deruta. The first important place of wine tradition and the second home of the famous ceramics.
Day 7: From Assisi to Spello
We pedal through the heart of Umbria, among the most luxuriant olive groves: from Assisi to Spello via Cannara and Bevagna, the pretty medieval town where a great medieval festival is held every summer with ancient workshops and costumes. Overnight stay in Spello.
Day 8: Fine dei nostri servizi
Free time in Spello to visit the town before your departure for your next destination.