Undiscovered 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 (but only if you already use them).

Day 1: Arrive in Assisi

Settle into your gorgeous **** hotel in the centre of Assisi's historical centre.
You stay at the Hotel Fontebella Palace (breakfast included)

Day 2: At Assisi (10km/6mi/3.5hr or 12km/7.5mi/4hr)

Choose between a city walk, taking in the UNESCO St Francis' basilica and the town's many other sights, or walk through woodland to the Hermitage of St Francis, the saint's historic retreat, where a small oratory has been dedicated to his memory. Descend back to Assisi.
You stay at the Hotel Fontebella Palace (breakfast included)

Day 3: Assisi to Spello 11km/7mi/3hr or 18km/11mi/6hr

Set off across the olive grove clad slopes of Monte Subasio, enjoying the gorgeous view below. The longer option takes you on a mountain trail past the Abbey of San Benedetto to Spello. The shorter, easier route continues through olive groves and vineyards to Spello, the town of flowers, famous for its annual Infiorita festival when the streets are carpeted in colourful floral mosaics.
You stay at the Albergo La Bastiglia (breakfast included)

Day 4: Spello to Foligno (14km/9mi/4.5hr or 20km/12.5mi/6hr)

Follow a beautiful path along a Roman aqueduct to the cobbled streets of the hilltop, pink hued village of Collepino. Then it's downhill through olive groves back to Spello before taking a train to Foligno. Alternatively, continue along the historic St Francis' Trail all the way to Foligno.
You stay at the Relais Metelli (breakfast included)

Day 5: Foligno to Bevagna (13km/8mi/3hr)

There's ample time to discover the ancient market town of Foligno with its Romanesque cathedral, evocative Trinci Palace and many museums. Then walk along the Topino river across the lush valley, with gorgeous views of Montefalco, to the walled town of Bevagna, home to the 13th century Gothic Palazzo dei Consoli, the golden theatre and Roman temple and baths.
You stay at the Hotel Brunamonti (breakfast included)

Day 6: Bevagna to Montefalco (9km/5.5mi/3hr)

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.
You stay at the Hotel degli Affreschi (breakfast included)

Day 7: Montefalco to Trevi (13km/8.5mi/4hr)

Set off on the lower flanks of Mount Serano, with expansive views over the fertile plain of the Clitunno river. Head uphill through olive groves to Trevi, known as the Italian capital of olive oil. Discover this old theatre town with remnants of the Mura Romana (Roman Wall) and Mura Medieval (Medieval Wall) still encircling the town. Pick up and transfer to Campello Alto, where you spend the night.
You stay at the Relais Borgo Campello (breakfast and evening meal included)

Day 8: Trevi to Campello Alto (11km/7mi/4hr)

Transfer back to Trevi. Then join the ancient St Francis' Trail to amble along to the hillside church of Madonna di San Arcangelo. Pass the secretive Eremo Francescano (Convento Pissignano) before heading to your hotel in the pretty village of Campello Alto.
You stay at the Relais Borgo Campello (breakfast and evening meal included)

Day 9: Campello Alto to Spoleto (18km/11mi/5.5hr)

Pick up the St Francis' Trail as you make your way through olive groves and tiny medieval villages to Spoleto. Discover the town's Roman arch, 12th century Duomo and 14th century viaduct.
You stay at the Hotel San Luca (breakfast included)

Day 10: Leave Spoleto