Small group tour to Assisi, Passignano sul Trasimeno and Cortona

Depart from Florence joining a small group and take a full day tour! The escursion will take you to the rolling green hills of Tuscany and Umbria, where you will discover architectural and the artistic jewels of Cortona and Assisi. There will be time also for a very panoramic stop on the lake in the city of Passignano sul Trasimeno. 

Guided tour of Assisi

After the departure from the centre of Florence, you and your group will reach by bus Umbria region and the city of Assisi. It is known worldwide as an artistic and religious destination, since it si the home of Saint Francis, wedged between the hills, overlooking the valley. Our world-class guide will take you through the narrow, windy street of this pre-historic town and be awed by its beauty. Togheter with your guide you will visit the three main churches of the city, wiht tickets included in the tour package: Basilica of San Francesco d’Assisi, with the Giotto’s frescos of the life of San Francesco, the Church of Santa Chiara, and Santa Maria degli Angeli Church.

Stop in Passignano sul Trasimeno

After the visit of Assisi, you will move towards Tuscany region but on the way there will be a very pleasant stop in Umbria region, in the village of Passignano sul Trasimeno, a small village set on the Lake Trasimeno. You will have time to have a look around and to take incredible pictures, felleing the quietness and relax of the atmosphere here. Umbria region is one of the smallest of Italy and its is well known for its peaceful sceneries and landscapes.

Strolling around Cortona

The last stop of your day trip from Florence will be in Tuscany, the town of Cortona. You will get free time for visiting on your own this is a small yet amazing town that was built using the Etruscans, and it is famous for its famous architecture and spellbinding view over the surrounding landscape. It is not fare from othe beautiful Tuscan villages, such as Montepulciano. Furthermore, it is also well known in the world for being the set of the American movie "Under the Tuscan Sun", with Diane Lane. If you watched taht, you will for sure recognize the spots of the town! At end of the visit, the group will return to Florence. 

Other eXPeriences in Tuscany

If you liked this tour and wish to enjoy a special day outside Florence, try also the Full day tour of Venice from Florence by high-speed train or the Tuscany tour: Montepulciano, Montalcino and Val D'Orcia Wine Roads!