Itinerary
Perugia, Gubbio, Assisi, Recanati
Itinerary
Day 1
Perugia [-/-/D]
Welcome and transfer to Perugia, accommodation in Relais Perugino just out of the historic city centre.
The evening will be spent in the wellness centre of the Relais. Gourmet dinner at the Relais’ restaurant with typical products. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2
Perugia [B/-/D]
Breakfast at the Relais. Morning dedicated to visiting the city of Perugia. In this area visitors will have the chance to enjoy an atmosphere of bygone times, among the medieval paths, the palaces, the castles and the fortresses of charming villages and will probably feel a strong impulse to come back one day. Located in the centre of Italy, the Province of Perugia is Umbria’s largest, covering two-thirds of the entire region. The landscape presents different aspects: a wide area of plains in the Umbra and Tiber Valleys, framed by hills, and mountains in the eastern part. The rest of the territory is covered by woodland. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 3
Gubbio [B/-/D]
Breakfast at the Relais. Morning dedicated to visiting the city of Gubbio. A masterpiece of medieval town, rich in historical and artistic heritage as well as in ancient traditions, that can be found intact in its folklore and products. This is Gubbio, the oldest town in Umbria region, as shown by the Tables of Gubbio, housed in the City Museum, and the Roman Theatre's ruins. Back in Perugia in the evening. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 4
Perugia, Assisi [B/-/D]
Breakfast at the Relais. Transfer to Assisi. Morning dedicated to visiting the city of Assisi. One of the most famous towns in Italy is Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and, above all, homeland of St. Francis, the man who renounced all his possessions in order to devote his life to helping the needy.
Dedicated to him is the splendid Basilica, one of the emblems of Christianity, located on Mount Subasio, from which it overlooks the entire valley, is dedicated to him. Apart from being a strong appeal for millions of religious believers, the Basilica is a monument of great artistic value. Accomodation at "Dimora di Assisi". Dinner and overnight.
Day 5
Assisi, Recanati [B/-/D]
Breakfast and then you will be transferred to "Dimora" in Recanati, an ancient building from 15th century. Accommodation in the reserved room. An appetizer will follow at the famous "Cafè Opera Recanati". Dinner at a restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6
Recanati [B/-/D]
Breakfast and then, a guided visit to Recanati. Among various attractions you’ll see Museo Casa Leopardi with many rooms dedicated to the famous Italian writer, a library and many other shows in his honour. We recommend a visit to the Church and the Capuchin Cloister which is the custodian of a beautiful painting by Caravaggio. Back in the hotel. Dinner at a restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7
Departure [B/-/-]
Breakfast at the hotel. Pick up at the hotel and transfer to the airport.
Services include (minimum 2 partecipants):
- Accomodation 6 nights in Double Room in a 4* Hotel/Villa
- BB treatment
- Meals as per program
- Transfers from/to the airport and as specified in the program
- Private transportation and professional English speaking driver
- Guided visits as per itinerary
- Health at Relais Perugino (a Turkish bath, an emotional shower and a relaxing massage)
- Appetizer at Cafè Opera in Recanati
- A 24 hrs Tour Operator assistance
- All activities as described in the program