A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started
Jet off for a long weekend in the heart of Umbria, just a stone’s throw from Arezzo, Siena, Assisi and Perugia
4 days, from £1,095 to £1,650
See some of Florence’s most spectacular architecture in the Grand Duomo Museum
9 days, from £1,720 to £2,605
Experience local life in Florence’s trendy neighbourhood of Oltrarno.
13 days, from £2,160 to £3,500
Get cooking with a family cookery class in Florence
8 days, from £2,520 to £4,020
Soak up the sea breeze in Nice
14 days, from £3,300 to £5,270
Take a tour of Ancient Rome and visit sites like Palatine Hill and the Colosseum
8 days, from £3,605 to £5,760
Practical advice and inspiration to help you prepare for your holiday
Practical guide
Travel Advice & Information
Emilia-Romagna’s Bologna may have been voted Italy’s foodie capital, but you’d be hard-pressed to find a region more full of flavour than Umbria. Accordingly, many of the best activities involve experiencing the connection between land and table, whether visiting a boutique wine estate in Montefalco, truffle hunting in the woods surrounding a local farm, or sampling cured wild boar in one of our recommended restaurants. But truffles and terroir are only part of the story. A private tour of Assisi is a must when visiting Umbria. Birthplace of St. Francis, this hilltop town is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Not only is it home to a beautiful basilica, but its winding medieval alleyways lead you to secret corners and sublime viewpoints. Finally, Umbria’s charm lies in its rolling hills, green valleys and sparkling lakes. Explore this stunning natural landscape on foot, by bike or even on horseback to experience the region’s rural enchantment.
The romantic alleyways and sophisticated flavours of Umbria may appeal to a more adult palette, but that’s not to say there isn’t plenty for children to enjoy in this beautiful region. There’s no shortage of outdoor activities here, whether kayaking on Lake Trasimeno or visiting Marmore Waterfalls, whose cascades emerging verdant cliffsides will appeal to any age. A visit to Perugia’s chocolate factory is also a guaranteed hit.
This rural region is best explored by car, putting medieval hilltop villages, vast natural parks and historic accommodation within easy reach. While you could spend weeks in Umbria sipping espresso in tiny piazzas and enjoying its tranquil pace of life, you can also combine an Umbria holiday with a trip to nearby Rome. With a convenient train connection between Perugia and the Eternal City, ride the rails to Italy's capital for a dose of urban beauty on your trip.
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