Nancy Aiello Tours of Italy | Private Italy Vatican City Tours

A private chauffeured Rome day trip to Orvieto and Assisi takes our guests to the beautiful and off the beaten track Umbria region "the green heart of Italy," this small, hilly and fairly untouched region occupying Italy's core is crammed full of walking opportunities not to mention a rich artistic and architectural heritage left over the centuries by Etruscans, Umbrians, Romans and then by scholarly monks.
Especially designed for independent travelers and families touring Italy with kids this private chauffeured excursion from Rome offers the opportunity to enjoy unspoiled landscapes, delicious Italian food and fine medieval art at easy pace.
Your enchanting journey from Rome starts in the ancient Etruscan stronghold of Orvieto. Situated on a pedestal of volcanic rock, the beautifully preserved medieval hilltop town of Orvieto boasts one of the finest Italian Gothic cathedrals in the country with outstanding frescoes by Signorelli and Fra Giovanni. You discover the underground 2500 years old wells and passages while strolling around medieval streets, shopping in family-run stores, enjoying the greenery landscapes while sampling Umbria delicious recipes paired with the local Orvieto wine (upon request at the time of the booking).
After a scenic drive along the shores of Trasimeno Lake your chauffeured Rome day trip continues on to the Holy town of Assisi, birthplace of St. Francis that with its ancient Roman ruins, winding medieval streets and sacred shrines has been a major Catholic pilgrimage destination for centuries listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Site. In the footsteps of St. Francis led by one of our team of art and historian local tour guides (upon request at the time of the booking) you visit St. Francis Basilica close to the ancient city walls, with its magnificent frescoes by Giotto, Cimabue and Simone Martini to name just a few. The city has many more treasures connected to its ancient history and by strolling through the alleys and cobblestoned streets of this charming walled town you discover the Church of St Claire, the Town Hall Square with its People Palace and Roman temple dedicated to Minerva. Leaving Assisi guests admire the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Angels located at the foot of the hill of Assisi where the young Francis understood his vocation.
Contact us for your private Assisi and Orvieto day trip from Rome.

* Private chauffeured tour
* English speaking licensed driver
* Deluxe Mercedes Benz vehicle
* Suitable for Children & Seniors
Length of the Day Trip: 10 hours (traffic pending)

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* English speaking licensed Orvieto tour guide (Optional Upgrade)
* Orvieto wine tasting tour (Optional Upgrade)
* English speaking licensed Assisi tour guide (Optional Upgrade)