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This picturesque Umbrian city has a history that spans many eras. The city wall and arch are Etruscan; the sixth-century Sant'Angelo church was built atop a Roman temple; the town's cathedral is both Gothic and Renaissance. If you have a sweet tooth, visit the famous Perugina chocolate factory; if you have a full set of sweet teeth, visit during the Eurochocolate festival, held in October, when the entire town reportedly smells of chocolate.
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1. Private Umbria Treasures: Perugia, Assisi and Trasimeno Lake
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Delve deep into the rolling Tuscan countryside and discover centuries of Italian history on this private day trip to Perugia and Assisi from Florence. Admire Lake Trasimeno from the fortress walls of medieval Passignano sul Trasimeno. Explore the 8th-century Etruscan origins of Perugia, where High Renaissance painter Raphael worked. Walk in the footsteps of Italy’s patron saint — St Francis of Assisi — in the lowlands beneath Mt Subasio. In Assisi, marvel at top city highlights such as the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Basilica of St Francis.
Inclusions: Pick Up and Drop Off at the hotel in Florence if centrally located, English/Italian speaking driver, Transport by deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with WIFI on board, 2-hour Assisi tour with expert guide (if selected option)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Guide Service in Perugia, Headphones inside Basilica St Francis of Assisi , Everything not mentioned as Included
Reviewed By aakebe
Only 7 people and the tour was by Van. The driver guided us during the drive but no guide joined us at our stop in Castellina. Professional presentations at the wineries. Especially at Poggio Amorreli with Andrea where we were treated with Spumante, one white and two red Chianti and one supertuscan. We also got bread, cheese, salami with their own balsamic vinegar and olive oil. The driver called for a taxi upon arrival in Florence ????
2. Rome to Pompeii & Herculaneum Trip with Hotel Pickup & Skip-the-line Tickets
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Discover the amazing ancient towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum in a day with this private tour! You will see the highlights of Pompeii and Herculaneum in one day with a top rated local guide. Meet your driver in your hotel lobby in Rome at 7.30am and travel in a first class, air conditioned luxury minivan. In Pompeii you will meet your guide and skip the ticket queues, before beginning your journey back in time. This is the best tour for archeology lovers! You will be surprised by the advanced lifestyle which the Romans lived. Visiting both sites allows you to have a full immersion in Roman history - a really a great experience! The visit to the old Roman sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum is unique!
Inclusions: Professional art historian guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By 232darlaw
This was booked through Viator, but the actual company doing the tour is Romaetravel. This was an excellent tour. They asked us if we could change the tour date from Monday to Sunday, which was fine. They picked us up at hotel, there were only 4 of us on the tour. We had a rest stop, then to Pompeii where we had another guide. Then on to drive through Sorrento and Amalfi coast, which was beautiful. Had a photo stop, then stopped at Positano for lunch and shopping, then on the Amalfi and a short stop there. Our guide Maure was wonderful, very knowledgable and personable. Our driver was excellent, expecially navigating all the windy roads. I would highly recommend this tour. It's a long day but totally worth it.
3. The Hill towns of Central Italy: Perugia, Assisi & Deruta Private Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
With our vehicles equipped with every kind of license we can take you where others cannot if you want to see something different without too many commitments with crowded museums and noisy places, this is the right choice one step away from Rome.You will dedicate your day back in to the past of 2500 years. Discovering Perugia, Deruta and Assisi Unesco world heritage, will amaze you with their views, underground and above all the ceramics and the simple and authentic cuisine of the Italian Etruscan cities, certainly accompanied by excellent wines.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private driver/guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Admission tickets
Reviewed By hull1965
Excellent, thorough, and wonderful are just a few words to describe our great day with our guide,Livio. Since all four of us had been to Rome before, we really wanted to see some different sites. As we drove to Rome we planned our day with Livio suggesting that we first visit the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, since he knew that there was a 9am tour in English. This site is full of history, archaeology and faith. It truly was a highlight of our day. We then drove to a section of the original Apian Way. Our morning included visits to Circus Maximus, an overlook of the city where you can see the seven hills of Rome, The Keyhole Door, the ruins of the Forum, and the Trevi Fountain. We drove past several historical sites including The Wedding Cake. After a wonderful, delicious lunch at a local restaurant, we headed to Vatican City for the afternoon. There we were guided by a very knowledgeable guide, Rosanna. We spent over two hours visiting the Vatican Museum, the Sisten Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. A day tour with Livio and his company is truly the only way to see and appreciate this ancient city. If we could we would give Livio ********** for this great tour. Thanks Livio for providing all of us with a wonderful day and some great memories!!
4. Perugia Eurochocolate private full-day from Rome
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
EuroChocolate is an annual chocolate festival that takes place in Perugia, the capital of the Umbria region in central Italy. The festival has been held since 1993 and is one of the largest chocolate festivals in Europe. EuroChocolate draws nearly one million tourists and Italian natives each year. Italy's most well-known chocolate company Perugina (now belonging to Nestlé), known for their Baci, is represented along with a number of other brands such as Lindt and Caffarel. EuroChocolate offers many snack and souvenir options such as chocolate covered bananas, chocolate liqueur, chocolate molds, and chocolate bricks. EuroChocolate offers a variety of activities including chocolate art displays, experimental chocolate tastings, street performances, and chocolate sculpting. Either you like eating chocolate or not, this isan unforgettable experience.
Inclusions: Mercedes sedan or minivan at your disposal, english speaking driver.
Exclusions: drink&food, gratuities
Reviewed By 496sueg
If you have been to Rome before & have seen all the sights, this should be your next ‘excursion’. We had a private driver take us to Tivoli where we met our private guide...a Roman history schoolteacher who was filling in for a friend. She was sooo knowledgeable! It was HOT, but there was water along the way. The history of Hadrian (Adrian to the Italians) was mind-boggling!! Amazing how they could build what they did in only 20 years! The second part of the tour was nearby & much more lush & beautiful (see pics). Lunch was on our own. Tour guide had a few recommendations. Loved the one we chose (see my review). I liked that we had time for a leisurely lunch nearby before we met our driver for the trip back to our hotel.
5. Small-Group Tour: Chocolate Factory, Perugia and Spoleto
Start with Perugina chocolate factory. Visit the museum and learn about origin of cacao, its production, and various chocolate recipes. Discover the secrets of Perugina's most famous products, such as the and much more. The museum also includes videos and stories about the history of this important Italian company. At the end of the museum tour, taste some of the delicious chocolate products produced in the factory. Depending on the production schedule, you may be able to enter the factory and watch the production lines from the catwalk. Next, make your way to the town of Perugia, which is home to a vast amount of artistic and cultural treasures, such as the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, the beautiful Town Hall, and the 13th-century Fontana Maggiore. Finally, visit the town of Spoleto, where culture and nature live together in harmony. During your visit, you will have the chance to admire ancient monuments like the Roman theater, or the medieval Cathedral of St Maria Assunta.
Inclusions: Chocolate samples, Tour escort/host, Small-group tour (max 15), Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Manuela L
On Piazza di Santa Maria, this very nice papal basilica has a lot of treasures ; it's a museum to visit with a guide or alone; the first crib, a scuptured work in white marble and representing the Virgin with the Child, San Joseph and the three Wise Men and also the donkey and ox; it's the first crib created by the artist named Arnolfo di Cambio from pape Nicolo V; (Hommage to San Nicolas today) visit also the archaelogical excavations, la sala di Papi and scala di Bernini.
6. Assisi and Perugia with Lunch&WineTasting Fullday from Florence
Enjoy a day exploring the beauties that the Umbria region has to offer. Umbria is known as "the green heart of Italy", and it is thanks to its scenery and its natural excellence that has earned this title. In this fullday with a private English speaking driver you’ll visit Assisi and Perugia Town. in Assisi you will explore 3 popular pilgrimage sites: • Basilica of St. Francesco • Basilica of Santa Chiara • Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli with the Porziuncola in Perugia you will enjoy the medieval old town. Included: • Wine Tasting and light lunch. • Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi and Perugia (on Private Tour option). Private or Shared Tour available options. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and dropoff, Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, Wine Tasting and light lunch, Private licensed local tour guide in Assisi and Perugia (in Private Tour option)., Air-conditioned, fully insured and licensed legal vehicle with professional English Speaking Driver
Exclusions: Tipping is not included in our service fees, It is never mandatory although it is always appreciated
Reviewed By Bernadette E
Just back since Sunday after 7 nights on ship - boarded in Barcelona 3rd Nov - cannot praise ship - staff - food and - organisation skills - fantastic. It was my 60 th birthday pressie and have to say it was SPECIAL. Hopefully will see you all again next year
7. Perugia and Assisi
Your tour driver from Discovery G Tours will welcome you at your hotel or any other place of your convenience at around 8.00am (suggested time). This private tour of Assisi and Perugia begins with a lovely drive north of Rome into one of the Italy’s most picturesque regions, Umbria.
Inclusions: Local taxes, Tour driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By R8876FNjons
Gilberto and Max of Discovery Tours provided the day trip of a lifetime to Anzio where I followed in my father's footsteps to see where he served his country in World War 2. Discovery Tours handled all the logistics, trip planning and detailed information on the battle sites and Anzio campaign with consummate professionalism. I learned much and thanks to Gilberto and Max, have a much deeper and personal understanding of the challenges my father and all other servicemen and women faced during this critical time in history. I enthusiastically recommend Discovery Tours to enrich your travel experience in the wonderful country of Italy.
8. Valentine's day at the Perugina chocolate factory: say it with a kiss!
This full-day tour will take you away from the bustle of Rome into the Italian countryside to visit one gorgeous small town, Perugia,the home to the famous chocolate factory of the same name, and yes, you will have the change to visit.
Inclusions: Chocolate samples, Tour escort/host, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Small group limited to a maximum of 14 people
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Manuela L
On Piazza di Santa Maria, this very nice papal basilica has a lot of treasures ; it's a museum to visit with a guide or alone; the first crib, a scuptured work in white marble and representing the Virgin with the Child, San Joseph and the three Wise Men and also the donkey and ox; it's the first crib created by the artist named Arnolfo di Cambio from pape Nicolo V; (Hommage to San Nicolas today) visit also the archaelogical excavations, la sala di Papi and scala di Bernini.
9. Private food tour Tuscany&Umbria regions day trip from Rome
Take this day trip from Rome to explore two of the most appreciated Italy's regions and their own renowned local products; wine, olive oil and food. You travel through the beautiful Italian countryside and can enjoy spectacular views around Valdorcia in Tuscany and lake Trasimeno in Umbria region. The best of Tuscany and Umbria at the same time. You can sample the most popular italian wines such as Brunello of Montalcino, the extra - vergin olive oil from Trasimeno area and the famous prosciutto Cinta Senese with pecorino cheese from Pienza.
Inclusions: pick up/drop off at your accomodation in Rome, lunch includes: local dishes, local appetizer with bruschettas, cheeses, pork, meat, wine, water., wine tasting, olive oil tasting
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 496sueg
If you have been to Rome before & have seen all the sights, this should be your next ‘excursion’. We had a private driver take us to Tivoli where we met our private guide...a Roman history schoolteacher who was filling in for a friend. She was sooo knowledgeable! It was HOT, but there was water along the way. The history of Hadrian (Adrian to the Italians) was mind-boggling!! Amazing how they could build what they did in only 20 years! The second part of the tour was nearby & much more lush & beautiful (see pics). Lunch was on our own. Tour guide had a few recommendations. Loved the one we chose (see my review). I liked that we had time for a leisurely lunch nearby before we met our driver for the trip back to our hotel.
10. Private Luxury Transfer from Florence to Rome with stops in Perugia and Assisi
Enjoy your travel from Florence to Rome with stops in Perugia and Assisi on the way to admire these unforgettable places, without the hassle of trains and planes and with the gift of an additional visit experience. Sit back and begin your journey!
Inclusions: Pick Up at your hotel in Florence if centrally located, Drop off at your Hotel in Rome if centrally located, Transport by deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with WIFI on board, English/Italian speaking driver, 2 hours stop in Perugia, 2 hours stop in Assisi
Exclusions: Entrance tickets to museums, monuments and churches, Guide services, Everything not mentioned as Included
Reviewed By aakebe
Only 7 people and the tour was by Van. The driver guided us during the drive but no guide joined us at our stop in Castellina. Professional presentations at the wineries. Especially at Poggio Amorreli with Andrea where we were treated with Spumante, one white and two red Chianti and one supertuscan. We also got bread, cheese, salami with their own balsamic vinegar and olive oil. The driver called for a taxi upon arrival in Florence ????
