Undiscovered Villages of Umbria Walk

Walking information

The routes and paths you follow are generally well maintained. As there are frequent ascents and descents which are steep in places, you need to be reasonably fit and confident. Walking boots are essential and walking poles are recommended.

Day 1: Arrive in Assisi

Explore the UNESCO St Francis' basilica and the town's many other sights.
You stay at the Hotel Porta Nuova (breakfast included)

Day 2: Assisi to Spello (12km/7.5mi or 16km/9.9mi)

Set off across the olive grove clad slopes of Monte Subasio, enjoying the gorgeous view below. If doing the longer option, pause at the Hermitage of St Francis, the saint's historic retreat, before traversing a mountain trail to Spello, the town of flowers, famous for its annual Infiorita festival when the streets are carpeted in colourful floral mosaics. The shorter version follows the Via degli Ulivi through the foothills of Monte Subasio with stunning valley views as you go.
You stay at the Albergo Il Cacciatore (breakfast included)

Day 3: At Spello - Collepino loop walk (14km/8.7mi)

Follow a beautiful path along a Roman aqueduct to the cobbled streets of the hilltop, pink hued village of Collepino. Then it's a panoramic downhill walk through olive groves back to Spello.
You stay at the Albergo Il Cacciatore (breakfast included)

Day 4: Spello/Sassovivo to Trevi (18km/11.2mi)

We take you (20 mins) to the perfectly restored Benedictine abbey of Sassovivo, then walk on the appropriately named Sentiero degli Ulivi through woodland and olive groves to the hilltop village of Roviglieto, before descending to Trevi for a picture-postcard view of this Roman gem on the slopes of Monte Serano. Discover this old theatre town with remnants of the Mura Romana (Roman Wall) and Mura Medieval (Medieval Wall) still encircling the town.
You stay at the Hotel Antica Dimorra alla Rocca (breakfast included)

Day 5: At Trevi - Bevagna to Montefalco Walk (9km/5.6mi)

A transfer this morning (25 mins) to the walled town of Bevagna, home to the 13th century Gothic Palazzo dei Consoli, the golden theatre and Roman temple and baths. Explore this lovely town then make your way through a patchwork of olive groves and vineyards to the hilltop wine village of Montefalco. Wander round its medieval streets, admire the superb views and enjoy wine tasting in one of the many Sagrantino wineries. Transfer and overnight in Trevi.
You stay at the Hotel Antica Dimorra alla Rocca (breakfast included)

Day 6: Trevi to Poreta (12km/7.5mi)

Join the ancient St Francis' Trail to amble along to the hillside with stunning views of the valley of Spoleto to the church of Madonna di San Arcangelo. Pass the secretive Eremo Francescano (Convento Pissignano) before heading to the tiny medieval village of Poreta, with the ruins of its 10th century castle still standing guard.
You stay at the Agriturismo Borgo della Marmotta (breakfast included)

Day 7: Poreta to Spoleto (14km/8.7mi)

Pick up the St Francis' Trail as you make your way through olive groves and tiny medieval villages to Spoleto. Stroll along the impressive 14th century viaduct that bridges the valley to enjoy the spectacular views and discover the town's Roman arch, Roman theatre and 12th century Duomo.
You stay at the Hotel dei Duchi (breakfast included)

Day 8: Leave Spoleto