Countries
Type
Level
Theme
Popular Regions
About Us
Your Booking
A circular cycling holiday from and to Assisi, exploring the wonderful region of Umbria. Spend each day cycling through the charming Umbrian countryside, passing vineyards, olive groves and visiting medieval, hilltop towns. Each night will be spent in delightful, timeless towns or villages where quaint streets, delicious food and superb wine are always on offer.
Umbria is known as the green valley due to the rich fertile landscape but in summer it is more than that. At this time it is adorned with masses of colour from the olive groves, cypress-topped hills, and sunflower fields to the medieval towns decked with a huge array of colourful flowers.
Spoleto
Visit the towns of Assisi, Spoleto and Bevagna rich in history, culture, architecture, art and tradition. Not forgetting the spiritual connections in Assisi, which was home to St Francis and St Benedict and has the impressive basilica of St Francis where the saint’s body has been laid to rest.
The route leads you along the valley floor, but to visit the lovely little hilltop towns it is also necessary to take on a few climbs. The steeper ones are not too long and the longer ones are not too steep, but a reasonable level of fitness is required to enjoy this tour fully.
Upon arrival make your way to your first hotel in or nearby Assisi. After check-in you are free to relax and explore the town. Take a stroll to get your bearings and although the town can be busy at times you’ll notice there is still a calm and tranquil atmosphere about it. We suggest a visit to the Basilica of St Francis where St Francis is laid to rest. It is quite impressive with frescos by well known artists such as Giotto. Maybe visit one or two of the less well-known churches, which are equally lovely, such as the Church of St Clare before settling down in one of the many street cafes or restaurants for a spot of people watching.
After breakfast your cycling adventure begins. We suggest you start early today so that you can appreciate the varied countryside and have time to explore some of the delightful villages along the route. You’ll definitely want to take a break in the pretty walled town of Spello. Stroll around the quaint narrow alleys, enjoying the floral displays which seem to leap from the sandstone buildings. Eventually you arrive in Spoleto, a gorgeous hilltop town surrounded by evergreen trees and your home for the evening. Your hotel is situated in the historical centre, close to the Roman amphitheatre.
More wonderful Umbrian countryside awaits as you continue your ride across the Valley of Umbria. Rolling countryside and picture perfect scenery lead you northwards. Every now and then you'll pass through tiny villages and hamlets where you may be tempted to stop for refreshment. Stop to admire the ornate interior of the Santuario Madonna della Stella catholic church before embarking on the final climb of the day up to up to the beautiful medieval village of Montefalco. Often referred to as 'The Balcony of Umbria' because of it's elevated position and stunning views of the surrounding countryside, you are bound to enjoy your night spent in this enchanting little village.
Today’s ride leads you past olive groves and vineyards along the western flank of the Umbrian Valley. The first section leads you downhill to the town of Bevagna. Stop and take in the busting atmosphere of the beautiful medieval square with its fountain and Romanesque churches. From here you can either take on the longer route to visit the Franciscan basilica in S.Maria degli Angeli with its impressive dome and humble little chapel or you can follow the Bevagna to Assisi bike path along the valley floor back to Assisi where you will spend the last night of your Umbrian cycling adventure.
After breakfast it’s time to check-out and head for home or your next adventure.
On this tour you can choose between a regular touring bike, a gravel bike or an e-bike.
The regular touring bike is an alloy framed model with 24 speeds and a comfortable, relaxed riding position, perfect for a leisure cycling holiday. These bikes come equipped with pannier, lock and a repair kit with pump.
Keen cyclists may be tempted to opt for a gravel bike instead. The rugged, lightweight frame and drop handlebars offers a more dynamic riding position and the wider tyres are capable of handling both asphalt and gravel trails. These hi-spec, 22. speed bikes come equipped with lock and a repair kit with pump. One seat post bag per room is also provided.
E-bikes are a popular option on this route and ensure riders can enjoy the scenery along the way whilst not working too hard at the climbs. These bikes come equipped with rear pannier, lock and a repair kit with pump.
We suggest you bring your own helmet for safety and hygiene reasons. Alternatively, helmets for adults are avaiable to rent at the time of booking.e.
Below you will find examples of the types of accommodation typically used on this tour. Please note that the hotels we book for you may differ slightly from those described but they will certainly be of a similar standard.
Superior: Good quality comfortable hotels and guesthouses.
Assisi: Hotel La Terrazza
Spoleto: Hotel Clitunno
Montefalco: Hotel degli Affreschi
Superior Plus: Great quality hotels.
Assisi area: Hotel Dal Moro Gallery (4km from the old town) or Hotel La Terrazza in superior room
Spoleto: Hotel San Luca
Assisi area: Hotel Dal Moro Gallery (km from the old town)
Local taxes
Some hotels have started to charge a local/tourist tax. These taxes are not included in the sale price of the tour and must be paid directly by you at check-in or checkout at the hotels. This fee varies and is ever changing but as a guide, you may be asked to pay between €1-€4 per person per night.
Fly to Perugia, Rome or Florence
Research flights from the UK here
Take the train to Assisi
Research trains in Italy here.
Easy
Leisurely
Moderate
Challenging
