Umbria Cycling Break

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.

Umbria Cycling BreakSpoleto

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.

Umbria Cycling Break

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.

Umbria Cycling BreakSpoleto

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.

Itinerary

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.

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Day 1 : Arrive Assisi

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.

Day 2 : Assisi – Spoleto
33 miles/53 kms

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.

Day 3 : Spoleto – Montefalco
18 miles/29 kms

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.

Day 4 : Montefalco – Assisi
19 - 32 miles/30 - 44 kms

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.

Day 5 : Assisi - end of trip

After breakfast it’s time to check-out and head for home or your next adventure.

Bikes

Regular bikes provided are modern alloy framed trekking models with 24 speeds. The bikes come equipped with pannier, lock and a repair kit with pump.

Electric bikes are also available.

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.

Accommodation

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

Assisi: Hotel La Terrazza

Superior Plus: Great quality hotels.

Assisi area: Hotel Dal Moro Gallery

Spoleto: Hotel San Luca

Montefalco: Hotel degli Affreschi

Assisi area: Hotel Dal Moro Gallery

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.

Getting there

Fly to Perugia, Rome or Florence

Research flights from the UK here

Take the train to Assisi

Research trains in Italy here.

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