Day Trips from Florence to Assisi

Discover Assisi and Cortona on a day trip from Florence, and make the most of a private driver, just for your group. First, travel to the pilgrimage town of Assisi to walk in the footsteps of St. Francis, Italy’s patron saint. Learn about his life in the town, and visit the basilicas of St. Francis and St. Claire. After a break for lunch, continue to Cortona for some sightseeing at your leisure. Entrance fees and food are at your own expense.

Travel through the Tuscan countryside with a private driver on this day trip to Assisi and Perugia. Departing from Florence, explore the medieval city of Passignano sul Trasimeno and enjoy views of the beautiful Lake Trasimeno. Then head to Perugia to see where Renaissance artist Raphael worked, before exploring the town of Assisi, once home to Italy's patron saint. While there, admire the UNESCO-listed Basilica of St. Francis.

Discover Umbria, one of Italy’s true hidden gems, during this full-day tour that will take you into the green heart of the country. Visit Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage site and discover its rich history which dates back to the Roman age; learn about its most illustrious citizen, Saint Francis, during a 1,5-hour walking tour. Enjoy a typical Umbrian lunch with wine served in a beautiful location in Assisi. The next will be Orvieto, where you will have time to enjoy the visit to the ancient Roman walls, the well, the historic city centre or just enjoy a glass of wine in front of the amazing Duomo. Also significant to the Roman era are the Arch of Drusus, the Roman House and the Roman Theatre.

You will see many magnificent holy places of this medieval town: the majestic Basilicas of St. Francis and of Saint Claire and the Porziuncola dedicated to St. Mary of the Angels. In the Piazza del Comune you will admire the Temple of Minerva, a real treasure with six Corinthian ribbed columns, dated back to the Augustan Age

Assisi and Orvieto tour from Florence will let you to discover a couple of ancient villages with a keen eye on the religious architecture of Umbria. Orvieto is a small town of Etruscan origin, where you can admire the beautiful 14th century Cathedral, a triumph of Gothic-Romanesque architecture. In the early afternoon, you will arrive in Assisi and with your guide you will take a stroll through the alleys of the town. You will admire the Church of Santa Chiara, the place where San Francesco was born and the house where he lived the first years of his life, the Roman Temple dedicated to Minerva and the Palazzo Comunale. Near the ancient walls of the town lays the Basilica of San Francesco decorated internally with beautiful frescoes of the XII-XIV century. A stop for lunch is included ( at your own expense )

Explore the Umbria region and the beautiful town of Assisi on this private tour from Florence. Drive through the rolling hills of Tuscany to Assisi and visit popular pilgrimage sites, including the Basilica of St. Francis. Get tips and background information on the top attractions of each location and enjoy a delicious Tuscan lunch complete with wine in the middle of the green countryside. Includes pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Florence.

Situated less about two hours drive from Florence, Orvieto sits on a volcanic plateau, high above the picturesque Umbrian countryside which surrounds it. In addition to being known for its high quality cuisine (truffles are a particular speciality), the city boasts an incredible Gothic Cathedral with a frescoed Last Judgement to rival Michaelangelo’s, a labyrinth of ancient underground tunnels and a fine art gallery. Assisi, the birthplace of St. Francis, has many sites relating to the life of the Saint which can be visited, the Porziuncola Chapel where he was born and the order was founded and the “Eremo delle Carceri” a peaceful monastery in the nearby hills, where he famously preached to the birds. The city’s masterpiece, the Basilica of St. Francis is important both from a religious and artistic perspective.

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Gourmet Lunch. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola Included: • Gourmet Lunch and Wine in the middle of the Green Umbria. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Gourmet Lunch. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola Included: • Gourmet Lunch and Wine in the middle of the Green Umbria. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Gourmet Lunch. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola Included: • Gourmet Lunch and Wine in the middle of the Green Umbria. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

This excursion to Assisi and Cortona will bring you to discover two of the most beautiful cities in central Italy. The tour starts from your accommodation in Florence, where the driver will pick you up and then drive you to Assisi. The first stop on the way is in Passignano sul Trasimeno where you will be amazed by the breathtaking view of the Trasimeno lake. The tour will then continue to Assisi, where you will meet your guide for a guided visit to the historical city center of this fascinating medieval city. You will visit the Basilica of San Francesco, one of the most important religious sites in Italy (the Basilica of San Francesco is ALWAYS closed on Sundays). In the afternoon the tour will continue towards Cortona, in Tuscany. The city is famous for its medieval city centre which was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO. There you will have free time to visit the city and have lunch. At the end of the day our driver will bring you back to your accommodation in Florence.

Indulge in the enchanting ambiance of the Tuscan country side as you embark on a journey through rolling hills and pictures of vineyards during your trip from Florence to Rome. Immerse yourself in the charm of Montepulciano, the magic of Assisi and the allure of Orvieto on this exclusive day trip from Florence. Let the beauty of these historical gems captivate your senses, creating memories that will linger long after your return. You'll have time to explore narrow alleys, the local squares and the typical medieval architecture of the old city center of Montepulciano, the town that was certainly inhabited already during the Etruscan period. Visit Assisi to immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of its medieval streets, where every corner whispers tales of saints and serenity. Journey to Orvieto and experience a charming blend of history, art, and natural wonders perched atop a breathtaking tuff cliff.