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April 02100% refund
April 03No refund
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Tour in English
2 Adults x $97.64
$195.28
Approx Total
$195.28
English tour
Tour in Spanish
2 Adults x $97.64
$195.28
Approx Total
$195.28
Spanish tour
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, Spanish
Entrance fee to St Francis'Basilica
Free time in Orvieto
Journey by fully fitted GT Coach
Assisi tour with professional guide
Entrance fee to Santa Maria degli Angeli Church
Expert multilingual escort
Entrance fee to Santa Chiara Church
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Overview
Let’s head to the heart of Umbria and explore the medieval town of Orvieto and the city of Assisi, which lies at the foot of Mount Subasio.
A daily excursion to the gems of the Umbria region: a deep dive into art, nature, and historic towns.
Let’s roam around in Orvieto’s streets and fall for its glorious past: take your time to admire the Duomo or to visit its landmarks.
Enjoy the chill atmosphere in Assisi while your local guide will tell you everything about the city of the Saints.
Meeting points
TOURS & NEWS KIOSK AT PIAZZALE MONTELUNGO BUS TERMINAL
Located at 5-10 minutes walking distance from Santa Maria Novella Train Station. Look for our staff wearing a FUCHSIA CIAOFLORENCE JACKET and holding a CIAOFLORENCE CLIPBOARD!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Itinerary
Florence
This tour is perfect for those of you looking for a unique, meaningful, and truly unforgettable day! Meet your friendly and history-loving tour guide at Piazzale Montelungo Bus Terminal. Piazzale Montelungo is located 5-10 minutes walking distance from Santa Maria Novella train station. Find your seat on the comfortable coach bus, and you will depart shortly! During your journey south towards Assisi, your guide will share some interesting information about this gorgeous, hilltop town. The drive will take about 1.5 hours.
2 hours
Assisi
Next, you will cross the regional border into Umbria, heading to the mesmerizing town of Assisi. Filled with white buildings and incredible churches, the town also naturally overlooks the green, beautiful valley below. Assisi is known as one of the most sacred places in Italy, as it is the home of Saint Francis and Saint Clare. Before learning more and discovering the city, you will have an hour of free time to indulge in a delicious lunch wherever you would prefer. Assisi is known for its fragrant truffle pastas, hearty vegetable soups, herbed meats, and nut and dried fruit crostini desserts.
2 hours
Assisi
Next, meet your professional walking guide of the city. As you explore the natural beauty and medieval alleyways, your guide will share fascinating information about Assisi. Take a step back in time, as you explore the ancient architecture and walk down the same cobblestone streets in which Saint Francis walked generations ago. The tour will begin at Basilica di Santa Chiara, then head through the main square of the city to the ancient Roman Temple of Minerva, then to the birthplace of Saint Francis, and finally to Basilica di San Francesco di Assisi. Your guide will bring you inside both of the churches, so you can discover the innate beauty, timeless art, and extreme sacredness throughout the city and its churches.
1 hour
Basilica di Santa Chiara
Your walking tour will begin at Basilica di Santa Chiara, dedicated to Saint Clare. Outside of the Basilica, your guide will point out the interestingly colored materials - the church is decorated in white and pink striped marble from a mountain near Assisi. You will also notice the belltower, which is the tallest in Assisi. When you walk inside the church, you may discover there is an unexpected emptiness - the church has only one aisle. Your guide will explain that although it once was decorated by intricate frescoes, these were all lost through time. Beneath the church, you can find the tomb of Saint Clare. For a woman who helped and influenced so many, this Basilica is a beautiful memorial. Entry is included.
20 minutes
Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'Assisi
Your guide will next lead you to Basilica di San Francesco, not only one of the most important religious sites in the city, but also in the entire country of Italy. Your guide will explain that it is the oldest Gothic church throughout the country, built above the tomb of Saint Francis. The church technically consists of two parts - a lower church and upper church. In the lower half, you will find the incredibly sacred tomb of San Francesco, as well as important frescoes by Cimabue and Simone Martini. The upper part of the church allows a heavenly light to glow upon ancient frescoes painted by Giotto. These colorful 28 frescoes depict the life of the Saint, forever representing a vivid celebration of life. It is said that the Basilica di San Francesco di Assisi has the best collection of art of any church in Italy. After exploring the inside of Basilica di San Francesco, your guide will lead you to exit onto a green lawn overlooking the skyline of Assisi. Entry is included.
30 minutes
Santa Maria degli Angeli
After discovering the most of Assisi, you will head about ten minutes away to the nearby Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli. It is located about two and a half miles (four kilometers) from the city center. Your guide will lead you into Santa Maria degli Angeli, but it is actually more famous for another much smaller building inside - “Porziuncola.” This very small, stone chapel once housed Saint Francis and his followers, and it is where he started the Franciscan order. Now, you will see the Porziuncola has been decorated in Gothic style frescoes, glorifying the small building. Enjoy some time to appreciate the beauty and importance of “Porziuncola.”
30 minutes
Orvieto
Let's continue this incredible journey to discover the beauties of Umbria region! The first stop of our adventure will be the city of Orvieto. Although it is not well known abroad, this town perched on a tuff cliff and that perfectly combines history, art and natural beauties, is one of the most fascinating Italian villages.
1 hour
Duomo di Orvieto
Marvel at the grandeur of the gothic architecture of the Duomo, whose facade is enriched by precious mosaics and sculptures that will take you to another world. Don’t miss the chance to visit also the inside of the church, with its colorful stained-glass windows and one the most famous frescoes of Luca Signorelli (please, note that the entrance ticket to the Duomo is not included in the price of the tour).
30 minutes
Pozzo De San Patrizio
Another major attraction of Orvieto is Saint Patrick’s well: a true engineering masterpiece designed to provide a reliable water supply during sieges.
30 minutes
Florence
After a day of fascinating sightseeing, beautiful landscapes, and plenty of photos… It will be time to return to Florence. Hop back onto the comfortable coach bus, and the drive will take about 1.5 hours. You will arrive back in the early evening.
2 hours
Sample Menu
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Entrance into churches requires a strict dress code. We cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress. Please make sure your shoulders and knees are covered
English and Spanish are always guaranteed. In order to confirm the excursion in Italian, Portuguese or French a minimum of 4 pax is required
Free Cancellation
April 02100% refund
April 03No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
5 stars
133
4 stars
46
3 stars
40
2 stars
13
1 star
11
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Highly recommended
Published on Oct, 2024
Giuseppe is the best tour guide ever. We feel so blessed to have had him introduce us to Assisi, its history and its saints!
A beautiful day in the country
Published on Sep, 2024
Had a wonderful time. Orvieto is a charming town. Today we saw a fresco in the Vatican museum depicting the Pope reviewing the miracle. Assisi is so very peaceful even though it was quite busy. Such a relief after the big cities of Florence and Rome. Our guides were amazing, very informative.
This Day Tour is Well-Worth It!
Published on Sep, 2024
We arranged a Day Tour Trip: Heart of Umbria to discover the enchanting towns of Orvieto and Assisi through Viator. The tour was organized by Ciao Florence Tours. Our guide, Julian, along with our driver, Oswaldo, were fantastic! Julian provided us with fascinating historical insights about both Orvieto and Assisi. Sarah, our local guide, did an excellent job sharing the history of St. Francis of Assisi. Although it was a long day, Julian ensured we followed the itinerary to maximize our experience. Oswaldo was a careful driver and a true gentleman, assisting passengers as they exited the van. It was definitely a worthwhile investment!
Would definitely recommend
Published on Sep, 2024
This tour company is very organised and professional. They made the check in process east and they are easy to find in there bright pink tops. Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to find the right spot. We did a visit the day before because we were a bit nervous we wouldn’t find it but it was very easy. The tour guide Maria Angela was so welcoming and knowledgeable she definitely made the day. Always had interesting facts about the areas we were travelling through and visited. It was a long day but it went smoothly and quickly because we were always kept engaged. The driver Richardo was fabulous and we felt very safe. I loved the tour and I was very impressed with Orvieto and Assisi. I would recommend be prepared for a 12 hour plus day and have some lunch in Orvieto are my tips
Heart of Umbria
Published on Aug, 2024
We arranged a Day Tour Trip: Heart of Umbria to discover the enchanting towns of Orvieto and Assisi through Viator. The tour was organized by Ciao Florence Tours. Our guide, Julian, along with our driver, Oswaldo, were fantastic! Julian provided us with fascinating historical insights about both Orvieto and Assisi. Sarah, our local guide, did an excellent job sharing the history of St. Francis of Assisi. Although it was a long day, Julian ensured we followed the itinerary to maximize our experience. Oswaldo was a careful driver and a true gentleman, assisting passengers as they exited the van. It was definitely a worthwhile investment!
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