Overview
Escape Florence for a full day private journey into the heart of Umbria, a land of vineyards, olive groves, and charming hilltop villages. Explore Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, wandering its stone streets and colorful houses. Visit the Basilica of St. Francis to admire masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue, and step inside the Porziuncola at Santa Maria degli Angeli, where Saint Francis began his order. Pay respects at the tomb of Santa Chiara and the resting place of Carlo Acutis, the inspiring modern saint. Enjoy an optional local lunch before heading to Orvieto, perched on volcanic rock, with its gothic Duomo, rich Etruscan history, and renowned Orvieto wine. Stroll its medieval streets, soak up the atmosphere, and return to Florence after an unforgettable day of art, faith, history, and culture, crafted exclusively for you.
What's included
- ✓Tour Assistant for the whole trip
- ✓Entrance to the Cathedral of Orvieto
- ✓Free transfer offered by Welcome Italy in air conditioning Minivan
- ✓Visit of the Cathedral of Orvieto
- ✓Basilica of Santa Chiara
- ✓Visit and entrance to the Basilica of San Francesco (headsets included)
- ✓2 hour professional guide in Assisi
- ✕Tips
What you'll do
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An interesting visit to St. Francis Basilica with his early Renaissance master-pieces by Giotto and Cimabue and the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli. Basilica of Saint Mary of the Angels , After the death of Saint Francis in 1226, the friars built several small huts around the Porziuncola. In 1230, a refectory and some adjacent buildings were added. In the course of time, little porticoes and accommodations for the friars were added around the Porziuncola. Some foundations of these were discovered during excavations under the floor of the present basilica between 1967 and 1969. As vast numbers of pilgrims came flocking to Assisi to receive the "Pardon of Assisi" the small space of the Porziuncola became completely inadequate to house all these pilgrims and the necessity grew to build a church incorporating the Porziuncola. Construction of the basilica started on 25 March 1569.
⏱ 45 min - 2
Visit the church of Santa Chiara , The church was built, after the death of Santa Chiara, between 1257 and 1265, around the ancient church of San Giorgio, which until 1230 had kept the mortal remains of St. Francis
⏱ 30 min - 3
Splendid baroque residence with frescoed vaults at the beginning of the seventeenth century by Umbrian and Tuscan painters - the Pinacoteca Comunale di Assisi is on display, which includes a conspicuous group of medieval and Renaissance frescoes
⏱ 15 min - 4
The mystic town of Saint Francis, sill surrounded by its ancient walls, built on the green slopes of Mount Subasio, with its colourful houses of ink stone. Narrow streets, flower decked balconies and noble palaces provide beautiful views for memorable pictures (do not forget your camera). An interesting visit to St. Francis Basilica with his early Renaissance master-pieces by Giotto and Cimabue and the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Availability & pricing
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Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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