Discover lesser known gems of central Italy on this unique tour of Marche, Umbria and Lazio.With an expert guide throughout, you are set to have the experience of a lifetime! Visiting Marche, Umbria and Lazio on this Italian adventure is the perfect way to take in iconic city sights and also relax amongst stunning countyside scenery.Over 8 days in Italy, you will enjoy a multitude of local cuisines as well as have the opportunity to explore vineyards unique in the world, learn how the wine is made and also enjoy wine tasting sessions that will delight your taste buds.
Arrive at your hotel in style with this exclusive private transfer from Rome Fiumicino Airport to your hotel in Ascoli. Once you arrive you'll have time to soak up the historic atmosphere of this incredible palace which is home to the local tyrant, the Census Chancellery, ecclesiastical court and notarial archive, and of course, your hotel room.
Day 2: Discover San Severino & Serrapetrona
Today, you'll discover the lesser-known Italian gems on this tour, which is inclusive of lunch and a wine tasting. Beginning with San Severino, a very interesting place thanks to its precious artistic and historical heritage, you'll then move on to Serrapetrona which is characterised by its tasty cuisine and delicious wines. Here, you'll sample the various appreciated wines before heading back to your hotel.
Day 3: Travel to Urbino via Monte Conero
Leaving Ascoli behind, you will be taken on a tour of Monte Conero with lunch and a wine tasting before continuing to your hotel in Urbino. Monte Conero is a limestone rocky promontory which juts out of the coast standing 500 metres tall before slopping down onto a beautiful beach. Situated in an area known for its wine and cuisine, there is no better place to enjoy lunch.
Day 4: Tour of Urbino
A must-do whilst in Italy, this guided tour of Urbino will reveal many historical facts and secrets about this astonishing place. You'll visit the impressive National Gallery of Marche, in the Ducal Palace of Urbino, where symbols of Italian art are preserved. You'll also visit the birthplace of the famous Italian painter and High Renaissance architect, Raphael, where you'll learn about his family life.
Day 5: Travel to Perugia via Gubbio
After being picked up in the morning by your private driver from your hotel in Urbino, you will enjoy a stop in Gubbio for lunch before arriving at your hotel in Perugia. Gubbio which sits at the foot of the Ingino Mount is one of the most ancient medieval towns in the Umbria region. As you wander through its narrow streets lined with historic buildings, squares and theatres, it can feel like you are walking through an open-air museum.
Day 6: Discover Perugia
Today, your guide will take you on a tour that will quench your thirst for knowledge! A city steeped in rich monuments, you'll begin at the centrepiece of Perugia - Fontana Maggiore. Created in the 13th century, the fountain is covered in 50 bas reliefs and 24 statues depicting scenes from the Bible and the founding of Rome. After exploring the Perugia Cathedral and the National Gallery, you'll enjoy the afternoon at your leisure discovering local shops or relaxing by the bar.
Day 7: Tour of Montepulciano & Chianciano Terme
Today, you'll dive into the Tuscan countryside to explore Montepulciano and Chianciano Terme. Montepulciano, famous for the wine bearing the same name and Chianciano Terme, famous for its natural spas, are two places not to be missed. On this guided tour you will also stop in Lake Trasimeno for a lunch where you'll take in the glorious landscape of the lake.
Day 8: Goodbye Italy!
This marks the end of your 8 days in Italy. Your private driver will pick you up from your hotel in Perugia for a comfortable drive to Rome Fiumicino Airport for your return flight. See you soon!
