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Italy: Umbria, Spello, Montefalco & Assisi
Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 7-45 miles|
- Biking: 1-5 hours|
Starting From
10-day Air Package
$6,395
7-day Bike Tour Only
$4,995
Per person, double occupancy
Italy: Umbria, Spello, Montefalco & Assisi
With VBT’s deep Italian roots, we know where to find Umbria’s most scenic, low-traffic cycling routes for the best biking experience. Join us on an epic spin through the “green heart” of Italy—including the stunning hilltop city of Assisi—and many hidden gems with authentic local flavor. Cycle the delightful Umbrian countryside to the charming medieval village of Scheggino where you’ll enjoy a tasting of its famous black truffles and local olive oil. During a three-night stay in gothic Spello, you’ll explore this verdant city of hanging gardens—and pedal to the walled village of Montefalco, where you’ll discover its exquisite vintages. Spin along green valleys to the pristine medieval village of Sant’Anatolia di Narco above the River Nera—and cycle the unique landscape of the Colfiorito plateau with its peaceful lagoons and vibrant bird sanctuary. A final night’s stay in a Michelin-starred castle near Perugia brings together all the elements of history, fine dining, and opulence that make this Umbria vacation a delight for the senses.
Tour Highlights
- Gain insights into local history on a guided walking tour of Spello.
- Discover Assisi and learn about native son Saint Francis from our local expert.
- Explore medieval Montefalco and Bevagna.
- Taste torta al testo, a traditional dish, during a home-hosted lunch at a cozy agriturismo.
- Experience the medieval ambiance and pampering service of a castle hotel.
- Savor a delicious dinner with perfectly paired wines at a famous enoteca.
Positive Impact
VBT is proud to support Wine to Water with a donation on behalf of each guest on this tour. Wine to Water is an international organization providing access to clean drinking water and emergency supplies in water-challenged regions. We believe in giving back to the places that have enriched the lives of our guests. We’re committed to identifying and supporting sustainable initiatives in a variety of areas including education, world health, economic equality, safe drinking water, the environment, and the preservation of cultural traditions.
What to Expect
This tour offers a combination of easy terrain and moderate hills, ideal for beginners and experienced cyclists. Our VBT support vehicle is always available for those needing assistance with the hills. Two accommodations on this tour are on country estates in peaceful surroundings, and one is in a very small town. The roads are paved, with rough tar or potholes on some stretches. About 10% of the tour is on well-beaten unpaved bike paths.
- Daily Mileage: 7-45 miles|
- Biking: 1-5 hours|
- Max Group Size: 22
Cyclists
Support
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
May72º/49º
Jun79º/54º
Sep80º/54º
Oct65º/44º
Average
Precipitation:
May2.9 in
Jun2.8 in
Sep2.7 in
Oct3.7 in
Air Package |
Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare |
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Airport car service for arrival and departure |
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One night in Florence and one night in Perugia in conveniently located hotels with daily breakfast |
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6 nights, including 2 medieval castles and a hilltop hotel with beautiful views |
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12 meals: 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners |
Step-Through Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
See More >Road Bicycle (Carbon frame)
See More >Biking Packages Include:
Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Support Vehicle
Luggage Transportation
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations (Please Note: Days are based on the Air Package Itinerary. Accommodations may vary depending on departure date. )
Enjoy Your Vacation Longer With Low-Cost Trip Extensions
Air Package Only
2025 Pre-Trip Extension - Florence
2 Nights From
$495
per person, double
occupancy
Single Supplement: From $345
- 2 nights at Hotel De La Ville
- Airport car service for arrival
- Hospitality desk
- Daily breakfast
- City information
Your vacation is about to begin! Spend your first night aloft and arrive ready for an unforgettable trip.
Your first day in Florence starts off right, as a VBT representative greets you at the airport. A complimentary car service will whisk you to your centrally located hotel. Here, a local VBT representative will be available at 5:00 p.m. to answer your questions, help you organize your time in Florence, and offer optional walking and biking tours to discover the secret corners of the city. From here, you are perfectly positioned to explore this charming city at your leisure.
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using VBT’s included city information to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Hotel De La Ville
This hotel has been completely restored and sits in a convenient location in the heart of Florence, a few steps from the famous Duomo on the fashionable shopping street Via Tornabuoni, which is closed to car traffic and quiet. Enjoy spacious, comfortable, air-conditioned private rooms.
Air Package Only
2025 Post-Trip Extension - Orvieto
2 Nights From
$345
per person, double
occupancy
Single Supplement: From $145
- 2 nights at Hotel Palazzo Piccolomini
- Private transportation to Orvieto
- Airport car service for departure
- Daily breakfast
- City information
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, private transportation is provided to Orvieto, where you will spend the next two nights.
Orvieto rises on a natural tableland on top of a 500 feet-high tufa cliff emerging from the surrounding plains. The city can be easily explored on foot. The most remarkable monument is the cathedral with its striped façade of white and green stones and remarkable sculptures. Inside, don’t miss the Chapel of San Brizio, adorned by Luca Signorelli’s masterful fresco, Last Judgment, the inspiration for the more famous work by Michelangelo. Later maybe visit the ingenious Saint Patrick’ Well and perhaps join an optional guided visit to the city’s underground caves.
You will find ample opportunities to shop for fine pottery and crafts and enjoy delicious dishes at simple trattorias that feature local truffles.
Use VBT’s included city information to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using VBT’s included city information to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After an included breakfast this morning, complimentary transportation to the Rome airport will be provided (an approximately one-and-a-half hour drive, depending on traffic) for your departing flight.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Hotel Palazzo Piccolomini
Two palaces—one with a medieval tower—have been lovingly restored and converted into a welcoming hotel that respects this history while offering contemporary comforts. This respect for history and architecture is married to art appreciation, with beautiful Renaissance, medieval, and Etruscan appointments inside and out. In your room, enjoy a flatscreen TV, minibar, air conditioning, and free WiFi. Or relax in the reading lounges or lounge bar. You’ll also appreciate the prime location of the Hotel Palazzo Piccolomini, which is set in the heart of Orvieto and offers easy access to local attractions.
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