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Today we'll visit Perugia, the capital of Umbria. It is worth visiting not only for the beauty of its hilltop setting, but also for its fine old buildings. Before it came under Roman rule, ancient Perusia was one of the 12 cities of the Etruscan federation and considerable sections of the Etruscan walls, which extended for 2,800 meters around the town, have been preserved. Perugia is known to the art world as the center of the Umbrian School of Painting in the 15th and 16th centuries and its leading members, Pietro Vannucci and Bernardino Betti both worked here. Lunch in typical restaurant after the guided tour of Perugia. During our time in Perugia, we’ll take a visit to Perugina Chocolate House, located inside the renowned Perugina chocolate factory. A magic place to taste fine chocolate and enjoy a rich collection of pictures, labels, posters, gift boxes and special old machines to produce the chocolate and its most famous product the “bacio”.

Thanks to this special day trip you will discover all the things you don’t expect from Umbria! In a lovely farmhouse among the olive trees, we will learn the biological phases from the grain to the grind, learn to recognize the various types of flour, the flour processing techniques, and experience the flour processing into typical Umbrian pasta. Our chef will tell us all about their farm and will teach us how to prepare different types of pasta; she will teach us the secrets to making it well and will give us advice on preparing the right sauce for each type. The quad adventure will let us experience Umbria in a different way and let us see a bit of nature in the green heart of Italy. It is a guided excursion that does not require any special driving skills, after a few minutes you will be at ease and you will have a great time. During the excursion an aperitif in the woods.

We'll travel deep into the vines through spectacular Assisi Valley in a carriage pulled by two magnificent horses. Experience a wine tour and tastings at a bio winery. Enjoy the relaxed pace while learning of the biological philosophy of the vineyards. At the end, a delicious lunch of biological wines and cold cuts. Then, we’ll visit Montefalco, known as the Balcony of Umbria (Ringhiera dell’Umbria) from which you can enjoy a breathtaking 360 ° view of the entire Valle Umbra. Among the numerous attractions: Town walls, Torre del Verziere, Church of Sant’Agostino, Piazza del Comune, Museum complex San Francesco, Church of Santa Chiara, lookout point. After we’ll visit Orvieto, an ancient city of Etruscan origin that dominates the valley of the river Paglia from the top of the tuff cliff on which it stands. Old town, Duomo, St. Patrick's Well.

- We begin our day visiting Gubbio, one of the oldest Umbrian cities. Here you can breathe history from every stone and many are the traces of its glorious past: the Roman Theater, the Basilica of Sant'Ubaldo which overlooks the city, the Gothic cathedral, the Church of Santa Maria Nuova, Palazzo dei Consoli, home of the Civic Art Gallery where we find the "Tavole Eugubine", 7 bronze tablets very important for the history of the Italic peoples. - You cannot visit Umbria without enjoying its food and wine delights. After the guided visit of Gubbio, we will reach a renowned vineyard and winery where we will discover the deepest secrets of the Umbrian wine tradition. We will have a delicious lunch with Umbrian delicacies and a 360° Wine Tasting. - After lunch, we will have a beautiful horseback ride through the Umbrian valleys surrounded by greenery in contact with a specimen of such rare pride, elegance, strength and intelligence; it cannot be just a sport, but an essential experience.

- We begin our day visiting Todi, which is according to an American reserch "The most livable city in the world" or "The ideal city", to admire its treasures: Cisterne Romane, Church of San Fortunato which preserves in the crypt the tomb of Jacopone Da Todi, Tempio Della Consolazione by Bramante, Cathedral of the twelfth century built on the ruins of the ancient temple to the god Apollo, ceramists’ workshops, and more. Lunch at a local restaurant. - In the afternoon we lead to Montefalco, known as the Balcony of Umbria (Ringhiera dell’Umbria) from which you can enjoy a breathtaking 360 ° view of the entire Valle Umbra. Among the numerous attractions: Town walls, Torre del Verziere, Church of Sant’Agostino, Piazza del Comune, Museum complex San Francesco, Church of Santa Chiara, lookout point. We visit the old town and a local winery to enjoy the famous “Rosso Montefalco” and “Sagrantino”, the pride of the local agriculture.

UMBRIA FOOD & WINE GUIDED TOUR - 4 nights, all the best of our regional specialities and delicious activities: truffle hunting, pasta cooking class, wine tour and lots of food & wine tasting everyday!

UMBRIA FOOD & WINE GUIDED TOUR - 4 nights, all the best of our regional specialities and delicious activities: truffle hunting, pasta cooking class, wine tour and lots of food & wine tasting everyday!

UMBRIA FOOD & WINE PRIVATE TOUR, 7 nights, all the best of our regional specialities and delicious activities: truffle hunting, pasta cooking class, wine tour, olive oil and wine museum, vinyard tour by horse and carriage, torta al testo cooking class and lots of food & wine tasting everyday!

The experience in the vineyard has the aim of making known the taste of Umbrian wine by accompanying it with appetizers of fresh truffles from the area. Get inebriated by the scents of the earth, taste excellent internationally awarded wines and even taste the black truffle of Norcia. First, however, we'll make an excellent Aperol Spritz with some appetizers inside the vineyard, to experience the countryside and its scents from within. This experience will take you to the heart of Umbrian tastes and culture, also giving you the opportunity to meet genuine local people.

Try an innovative way of wine tourism. There is no need to drive around for hours looking for wineries that are often far from home. You can have a wine tasting directly in the comfort of your own home! All the labels in our portfolio are directly selected by us. The selected wineries are the result of trips, cellar visits, and stories told directly by the producers. The wines come from little-known wineries that are not easily found everywhere.

Choose the tour that will immerse you in beauty. Umbria is a region to discover, full of medieval villages, cities of art and hilly panoramas of unique beauty. It is no coincidence that it is nicknamed the Green Heart of Italy. Immerse yourself in nature and discover the most evocative corners that will leave you speechless. Visits to our selected cellars will allow you to taste wines and typical gastronomic products for an unforgettable experience. All along the paths and pilgrimage routes already famous in the times of San Francesco, San Benedetto, Santa Rita, Santa Chiara and the many other saints who made Umbria famous throughout the world. You will learn about anecdotes and curiosities that will remain with you, bringing a piece of Umbria with you in your heart.

We get up early in the morning to live one of the most exciting experiences you can ever imagine: ballooning over Umbria! Not just an unquestionably privileged point of view to observe the beauty of the region, but also an extraordinary adventure to be kept forever. At the end of the ride, we enjoy a large breakfast of typical products and renowned winery in the Assisi area. Requirements: suitable for everyone; we recommend a minimum age of 6 years Approximate duration: 4h (flight duration 1 hour) Departure at 6:30 a.m. Hotel pick up / drop off service upon request for a fee. Other languages available for a fee.

Perugia is a jewel of immense value and an imperative stop if you want to get to know the most authentic Umbria, a region missed by many. A unique city, located at the top of a steep hill, Perugia is certainly an unmissable destination to visit, to experience and... to eat! You'll visit and wander around the lovely and untouched center of the city. The historical center of Perugia is also home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafes where you can sample the local cuisine and indulge in some shopping. Overall, the historical centre of Perugia is a must-visit destination for anyone who appreciates history, culture, and beautiful architecture. A fun and tasty experience to get to know the city like a true local! Look at the menu to see what we may taste together!

Experience Italy's culture from within through our extensive network of expert local home cooks, providing exceptional Italian food experiences. Dive into a private three-course dining experience in the home of an Italian local. This specially curated menu (starter, truffle-infused pasta as the main course, and dessert, with drinks included: water, a selection of local wines, and coffee) features authentic Italian recipes enriched by the exquisite flavor of truffles, treasured secrets passed down in family cookbooks by real Italian Mammas. Witness a cooking demonstration where your host unveils their culinary prowess, preparing and finishing truffle-based dishes right before your eyes. Bask in the warmth of genuine Italian hospitality by connecting with local people. Leave with cherished memories, newfound friends, and a deeper understanding of your destination, having savored the typical dishes, truffle-centric this time, that real Italians cook every day.