Cycling in The Heart of Umbria
8 Days & 7 Nights 4.8 Read 10 reviews- Pedal through the impossibly beautiful landscapes of Umbria.
- Experience true Italian hospitality in a typical Umbrian farmhouse.
- Marvel at Giotto’s frescos in the Basilica Di San Francesco.
- Make sure to sample the delicious regional cuisine along the route.
- Explore the UNESCO site of Assisi, the birthplace of St Francis Italy's patron saint.
What To Expect
Trip Style:
Self Guided | Go at your own pace on an independent active holiday.
Activity:
Inn to Inn Cycling | A classic point to point cycling holiday, staying in a different location each night
This trip is suitable for:
Multi-Generational
Ideal if you have an interest in:
- Wine, Whisky & More...
Inspiration:
- Most Popular
- Classic
Navigation
The route is well signposted and way marked. A detailed information pack including route notes, local information and maps are included in the trip so you should have no problem finding the way. Please note the distances and ascent/descents are approximations of the recommended routes.
Accommodation Information
One of the highlights of this tour is the high standard of the accommodation. We specifically choose the hotels and agriturismo (country hotels) to ensure that you enjoy every minute of your stay. All offer a warm Italian welcome to walkers, traditional hospitality and delicious local food and drink. Details of the lovely local hotels we normally use are detailed below.
We will always try and accommodate you at the listed locations, but because of limited availability we may have to accommodate you at an alternative location of the same or better standard.
Single Rooms
This independent cycling holiday is not available to solo travellers. If you require single rooms in your party we will of course try to accommodate your request, subject to availability and payment of a single supplement.
Meals
The delicious Italian food and wine available locally is undoubtedly a highlight of this holiday. The price of your holiday includes a hearty breakfast each morning and dinner on days 2 and 3. Lunch and dinner (other than on days 2 and 3) are not included so you are free to choose from the available options. Most of your accommodations will more than happy to provide a packed lunch on request and this can be booked on arrival. Alternatively your route includes details of local shops and convenient lunch stops on the way.
- 7 Nights in hand-picked accommodations
- 7 Breakfasts
- Dinner on day 2 & 3
- Baggage transfer
- Personal briefing and support from our local representative
- A detailed info pack, route notes and map
- 24/7 Emergency telephone support from our office
- Travel to Cortona / from Spello
- Bike and helmet hire
- Lunches, dinners (other than dinners on days 2 and 3), drinks & snacks
- Optional cooking course on day 3
- Personal equipment
- Travel insurance (required)
- Additional nights along the route
- Bike and helmet hire
- Airport transfers
- Cooking course on day 3
When To Go
Our Cycling in the Heart of Umbria Holiday is available from April to October. You can start your holiday on any date in the season. Please note that July and August are the hottest months. Make sure to always take plenty of water to stay hydrated and wear sunscreen or sun-protective clothing, especially on very hot days.
Getting to the Start
By Air: We recommend you fly to Rome, Florence, Pisa or Perugia and take the train to Terontola rail station from where you can take a local taxi the short distance to Cortona. If you phone our local partner on arrival they can arrange this taxi for you.Trains run regularly and take 2h00, 1h30, 2h30, or 1hr respectively. Tickets can be booked on arrival, or online prior to departure. You can also fly directly to Perugia with the low cost airline Ryanair, from London Stansted.
From Florence Airport: Buses and taxis from the airport to the City Centre take around 25 or 15 minutes respectively and cost 4.50/20 euro. From Florence main train station (Firenze M Novella) take the train to Terontola rail station (1hr30 approx).
From Pisa Airport: There is a train station at Pisa Airport which can be used to reach Pisa Central station from where you can catch the train to Terontola (2hr30 approx).Getting from the End
From Spello our local partner will transfer you back to Assisi or Foligno station for onward travel by train. From here you can travel to Florence (2hr30), Pisa (4h10), Rome (2h30) and Perugia (30 min).Baggage Transfer
Your bags will be collected from your accommodation each day and moved onto your overnight accommodation. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 20kg per person.
Equipment
Please be prepared by packing all necessary items, for example, proper rain gear (jacket and pants), sun hat and sun screen. Your information pack has a detailed equipment list which includes standard walking/cycling gear such as good walking boots or shoes, warm and waterproof clothes for the cooler months and lightweight clothing for summer, and a day pack.
Bike Rental (not included)
Brand |
Bianchi/FRW |
Bike Type |
Hybrid or Road |
Frame types |
Male / Female / Unisex |
Sizes |
XS S M L XL |
Front suspension |
No |
Mud guards |
No |
Paniers |
Yes |
Bottle holder |
yes |
Computer meter |
yes |
Interchangeable pedals |
yes |
Front gear set |
3 |
Back gear set |
9 |
Brakes |
V-brake |
Helmet included |
No |
Puncture repair kit |
Yes |
Spare inner tubes/ how many |
Yes |
Pump |
Yes |
Lock |
Yes |
Travel Insurance
It is a requirement of booking this tour with Macs Adventure that you have suitable Travel Insurance which covers you for the activity, emergency evacuation and hospital care.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Cortona Day 2 Cycle to Poggio delle Corti 28 miles / 45 km Day 3 Poggio delle Corti Loop Ride 18.5 miles / 30 km Day 4 Cycle to Perugia 20 miles / 32 km Day 5 Cycle to Assisi 15.5 miles / 25 km Day 6 Assisi Loop Ride 22 miles / 35 km Day 7 Cycle to Spello 15.5 miles / 25 km Day 8 Onward travelThe Macs Adventure Way
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