Wine tours in Umbria
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Umbria is one of Italy’s best-kept secrets. This region has so many amazing things to do, whether it’s strolling through picturesque streets, wine tasting, or dancing at local festivals. Umbria is surely set to surprise and enchant, known for its medieval hill towns and Etruscan sites, dense forests, and wonderful local cuisine.
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More about Umbria
Discover Umbria, “the green heart of Italy”, a region that’s every bit as charming and historically important as neighbouring Tuscany. Umbria is surely set to surprise and enchant, known for its medieval hill towns and Etruscan sites, dense forests, gorgeous lakes, and wonderful local cuisine. Speciality delicacies include wild boar, and the highly prized truffle will ensure an unforgettable gastronomic getaway in the heart of Italy!
The fantastically varied scenery of Umbria offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy an unforgettable holiday in contact with nature. Anyone who loves Italian cuisine will be spoilt for choice, between family-run trattorias and Michelin-star restaurants. Umbria is no short of charming villages and medieval hill towns where to explore the rich history of this region.
Nature
Tucked away within the Apennine Mountains, Monti Sibillini National Park is dotted with medieval villages, lakes, and legends, and a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
Lake Trasimeno, with hillside olive groves, undulating vineyards, quaint stone villages, and surrounding fortresses, is one of the most enchanting destinations in Umbria. Jump on a boat and tour the small islands, Isola Maggiore and Isola Polvese, while you watch wooden fishing boats and some of the most dramatic sunsets in Italy.
Cuisine
Umbria, as any Italian region, is a delight to the palate.
Forage for black and white truffles, taste fine Italian wines or exceptional olive oil, and visit a norcineria to find a variety of wild boar products.
Try some brustengo – fried bread served with meat, onion, and rosemary – or the sweet Ganascioni of the Sisters of St. Lucia, which are served with Barcarolle (barley coffee and anisette).
Visit in November to March to hunt for truffles led by an expert. Or attend the truffle festival held over the last fortnight of February. You’ll also love the Prosciuti dal Mondo event in November, which features prosciutto from all over Italy over three days!
Towns
The region’s thriving capital, Perugia, is a picturesque Etruscan town, with a backdrop dominated by Italy’s largest fortress, the Rocca Paolina.
Umbria’s most famous town for tourists and pilgrims alike is Assisi, where Italy’s Patron Saint, St. Francis, lived and prayed. Besides the beautiful churches and a spellbinding castle, you need plenty of time to uncover all of Assisi’s hidden gems from Roman ruins and medieval sites to countryside walks.
Gubbio, close to Assisi, is undeniably magical and off the beaten path. When it comes to authenticity, architecture, and atmosphere, Gubbio has it all.
Head to Spello for honey-coloured houses cascading down the slopes of Saint Francis’s mountain. Located on the doorstep of Assisi, you can explore the whole town on foot some hours!
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