Are you yet to travel to Umbria? If so, you are missing out for sure! Just like in Tuscany, Umbria's better known neighbor, sunflowers grow wonderfully yellow, olive groves shine a gentle silver color, the grapevines are bright green and the medieval townsreign up on the hilltops. The main difference between Umbria and Tuscany is that Umbria is much more quiet, traditional and charming. Enjoy the many cultural and scenic highlights on this bike tour based in one hotel. Even the cuisine is exquisite in thisregion of Italy. Top quality wine and olive oil are produced here, the chocolate from Perugia is world famous and even truffles can be found in the Umbrian hills. This tour is sure to provide you with an unforgettable cycle holiday!
The river Tiber is not many kilometers away. You cycle along the river valley past the shimmering sunflowers and wheat fields. From afar you will then see the dome of Santa Maria degli Angeli, which is a pilgrimage church. It is well worth taking a break here especially if you haven't already. There is a short ascent up to Assisi after the church. The town of Saint Francis lies impressively on the edge of Mount Subasio. Finally, you cycle back down into the Tiber valley back to your luxury accommodation .
The typical, Umbrian landscape accompanies you today on your bike tour to Todi. Between the olive groves you keep on getting magnificent views across the Tiber valley. In the spring, the gorse shines vibrant yellow and in summer it is the turn of the sunflowers. In the distance you can see where you are headed for, Todi. Admire the medieval Piazza del Popolo whilst drinking a creamy cappuccino. In the evening you will have a bus transfer back to San Martino in Campo.
There are three cultural highlights making for an entertaining cycle today. Bettona perches majestically like a swallow's nest on a small hill and has a medieval flair with its narrow roads. You also immerse yourself into Bevagna and its ancient history. To top the day off you will visit Montefalco, which is a medieval town surrounded by a wall and that has breathtaking views at the ready for you across the valley. In the evening you return to the hotel by bus transfer.
Some might say that Umbria comes across in a cliche way in today's stage. You cycle through golden wheat fields that are only interrupted by lush green vineyards and silver shimmering olive groves. The route gently undulates as you head from village to village. at the well-known Chiorri vineyard there is a wine tasting session waiting for you. But not just fine wine, you will also enjoy a traditional lunch on the terrace with a beautiful view all around you. Afterwards you have only got to cycle a few kilometres to return to your hotel.
Today you pedal through olive groves and small Umbrian villages until you get to Lake Trasimeno. It will glisten in front of your eyes and will entice you in for a swim. Enjoy the extensive views of the surrounding area once again with the shining sunflower fields and the lush green vineyards. Take a break in one of the traditional Trattorias that you pass on your way and enjoy the Italian hospitality whilst drinking a good glass of Umbrian Grechetto.
Day
7
Departure or extension
Tour character
On the stages to Lake Trasimeno and to Todi there are several longer ascents. All of the other day rides are predominantly flat or only have very small ascents. You cycle on wonderful, quiet side roads. Occasionally you cycle on good quality tracks. You only have to cycle on slightly busier roads on short connecting sections.
Accommodation in Hotel Alla Posta dei Donini 4**** in your selected room category
Breakfast
Well elaborated route guidance
Detailed travel documents 1 x per room
Transfer by bus from Todi to San Martino in Campo and Montefalco to San Martino in Campo incl. bike
Soft drinks from the minibar
1 Wine tasting of three wines and traditional lunch at Chiorri vineyard
Free access to the outdoor pool (open from about May)
Access to the spa area (reduced price of € 35,- per person for about 2 hours)
Navigations-app and GPS-data
Service-hotline
If half board: 3 x multi-course dinner included (sometimes outside the property, payable with voucher)
If bike rental: Rental bike insurance included
Infos
Arrival / Parking / Departure
San Martino in Campo or Perugia train station
Airport Florence or Rome
Free parking at the hotel, no reservation necessary/possible: garage approx. € 15,- per day, reservation is necessary
Please note:
Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the tour price!
Accommodation
★★★★
Residenza d`Epoca alla Posta dei Donini
The elegant 4* hotel is located in a quiet location in front of Perugia's town gates. The historic villa is embedded in its own park with many pine trees providing shade as well as its own rose garden, dreamy paths, ancient amphorae and etruscan urns.
Residenza d`Epoca alla Posta dei Donini
★★★★
The elegant 4* hotel is located in a quiet location in front of Perugia's town gates. The historic villa is embedded in its own park with many pine trees providing shade as well as its own rose garden, dreamy paths, ancient amphorae and etruscan urns. The lovely pool combined with its comfortable sun loungers are a great way to cool down after a wonderful day's cycling. The 450 metre squared spa area opened in 2017 and can be used by Eurobike cyclists at a special price. The outstanding restaurant offers you with Umbrian specialities, which have been reinterpreted in a modern way. When the weather is good, the attentive employees enjoy being able to serve you your dinner on the terrace. As the rooms are fitted out extremely well, you will feel comfortable in either a classic room, which are in the side building or in one of the deluxe rooms, which are in the main building. As the 'residenza' is family run, on top of all the rest you also get a personal touch to your stay!