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    Starting At $699 pp The Charming Towns of Italy
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    Starting At $699 pp The Charming Towns of Italy

The Charming Towns of Italy

This countryside resort is set right in the heart of Italy, in green Umbria, a few miles from world famous sites such as Perugia, Todi, Bevagna, Montefalco and Assisi. The Abbazia Collemedio was once a monastery and was since restoredow converted from an abbey to a hotel. Thanks to its panoramic and tranquil position, and makes for a perfect retreat to escape the city and explore medieval hilltop towns of Umbria and Tuscany and its most authentic and culinary destinations. Abbazia Collemedio offers 55 rooms, a cozy and exclusive Restaurant, a swimming pool where to relax on hot sunny days, a tennis court, free wi-fi connection throughout the property, and very comfortable and well appointed rooms.

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  • Spend 5 nights in the beautiful Umbria Countryside at in a Restored Monastery Hotel
  • Enjoy exploring Umbrian and Tuscan hill towns in the comfort of your own rental car
  • Visit the towns of Assisi, Perugia, Spoleto and more!
  • Spend time admiring the beautiful landscapes of Umbria
  • Learn how to make your own pasta and other local specialties during a hands-on cooking class
  • Visit a local winery to sample various types of prized wines

Day 1- Arrival/Transfer to Umbria

  • Arrive Rome Fiumicino Airport.
  • Pick up rental car and drive towards Umbria
  • After checking into the hotel, you will have time to get settled and get acquainted with the beautiful grounds.
  • Relax after a long flight in this historic countryside resort that was once a monastery, where you'll make yourself at home for the next 5 nights.
  • Enjoy a special welcome dinner complete with local wines in the resort's very own authentic Umbrian restaurant

Day 2- Assisi/Perugia

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Start off your time in Umbria with two of the Italy's most historic towns.
  • Visit the medieval town of Assisi, famous for its colossal basilica dedicated to St. Francis, and a spectacular fortress overlooking the city and the olive tree filled valley down below.
  • Head over to Perugia for another remarkable visit. This town still maintains many of its foundations from the Etruscan era and offers some of the region's most beautiful panoramic views.
  • Return to the hotel in the afternoon and enjoy some time to sip on a glass of wine or put your feet up and relax before dinner.
  • Enjoy dinner at the resort, and experience yet another local specialty. other museums and sites

Day 3- Cooking Class/Winery

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • This morning, it's time to get your hands dirty during a hands-on included cooking class with the chef. Learn how to make fresh pasta, a delicious local sauce and other Umbrian specialties.
  • Enjoy a hard-earned lunch and take home some recipes to impress your loved ones when you get back.
  • Then take a little excursion to a nearby winery. Take a tour of the facilities and learn about these prized Italian wines while sampling them with the local olive oil.
  • Return to the resort in the afternoon.
  • Dinner will be included again this evening

Day 4- Spello/Montefalco/Bevagna

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Today head over to some of the most authentic towns of the region and somewhat off the beaten track.
  • Start with a visit to Spello, a tiny hill town that seems frozen in time.
  • Then visit the hilltop town of Montefalco, a walled city from the middle ages with cobble-stoned streets and some of the finest wines in Italy.
  • Your last stop today will be Bevagna with important Roman ruins and quaint little cafes.
  • Return to the resort and enjoy dinner at leisure

Day 5- Tuscany/Montepulciano/Pienza

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Today explore Tuscany and two of its most authentic towns, Montepulciano and Pienza, famous for its wines, pecorino cheeses, a variety of sausages, and much more!
  • A scenic ride will take you past the beautiful landscapes of the regions of Umbria and into Tuscany.
  • Your first stop is at the Tuscan town of Montepulciano. This medieval city is filled with history and art and known for its "Nobile" wine. Make sure to buy a bottle or two at the local shops.
  • Enjoy free time for shopping and lunch and exploring this lovely town, where you'll even be able to sample some of the local specialties.
  • Next, the charming town of Pienza, in the heart of the Val d'Orcia area and designed by Pope Pius II. Take time to soak in the Renaissance marvels of this town during your free time.
  • Return to your hotel and enjoy a special farewell dinner celebrating the end of a marvelous journey

Day 6- Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Return transfer to Roma Airport
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