Itinerary Include flights Leave this field blank Expand all Orvieto to Rome Day 1 Start Orvieto The beautiful town of Orvieto rises on a volcanic hill in the middle of the Umbrian countryside. It boasts an impressive cathedral; a work of architecture and religious harmony among the most important in Italy, a well-preserved medieval town center and a series of caves and tunnels under the town that were created almost 3000 years ago. Day 2 Orvieto to Bolsena Leaving the valley surrounding Orvieto, you head towards Bolsena and the crater lake. Through woods of oak and wild boars, hills and fields you reach the old town of Bolsena and Monaldeschi castle. Known for the miracle of Corpus Domini, the town developed on the banks of the beautiful lake of volcanic origin. We recommend a swim in the lake afte the day of walking. Meals included: Breakfast Day 3 Bolsena to Montefiascone Walk towards Montefiascone, city of Popes and excellent wine. With a route overlooking the lake, we follow the stretch of the ancient Roman Via Cassia, crossing some roads paved in the original path. The town is a real gem among arches, alleys and artisans, keeps the flavour of yesteryear. Here you begin your journey in the beautiful Tuscia of Lazio region. Tonight you can taste the legendary Est! Est!! Est!!! Wine which is the perfect accompaniment for light appetizers. Meals included: Breakfast Day 4 Montefiascone to Viterbo Through vineyards and orchards, cypresses and olive trees, you walk towards Viterbo. This hike will take you to Bagnaccio, home of the ancient baths where pilgrims used to stop for a rest in hot waters before reaching Viterbo, laying at the foot of the Cimini Hills. Enjoy an evening in the city centre to explore this medieval city. Meals included: Breakfast Day 5 Viterbo to Vetralla This morning, you leave the beautiful Viterbo to continue your journey to Rome. The day is spent between countryside and woods. You are in the Tuscia area and will find along the way remains of the Etruscan civilization that between the 8th and 4th Century BC, populated the area. The day ends in Vetralla, a small medieval town. Meals included: Breakfast Dinner Day 6 Vetralla to Capranica Vetralla raises above the countryside and the hills around. Leave the medieval centre and walk through fields and chestnut trees. You reach the Towers of Orlando, the remains of an old monastery. Your destination Capranica is waiting for you to stroll through its elegant alleys. Meals included: Breakfast Day 7 Capranica to Monterosi Today you embark on the second half of the path to Rome. The walk will take you to Sutri, famous for the Roman amphitheatre and the Etruscan Necropolis you’ll get a chance to visit on your path. A gentle trail will then take you to Monterosi. Meals included: Breakfast Day 8 Monterosi to Campagnano di Roma Today you walk through fields, woods and rivers towards Campagnano di Roma. You pass by some small waterfalls, the Cascate di Monte Gelato, that have been used as a set in many Italian movies. A little further, you reach Campagnano di Roma in the Natural Park of Veio. Meals included: Breakfast Day 9 Campagnano to Isola Farnese This is the longest day of the trip and it starts with a lovely stroll in the National Park of Veio where you may meet with some wild horses! You then reach Formello and its beautiful city centre. You then follow the Way to Isola Farnese, a secluded and elegant village perched atop a volcanic crag and the last stop before Rome. Meals included: Breakfast Day 10 Isola Farnese to Rome Today you walk the last stretch to Rome. Leave Isola Farnese and follow the Way through the Natural Reserve of Insugherata. You reach Monte Mario and the unforgettable descent towards Rome and finally, St Peter’s square. We recommend starting your walk early in order to arrive into Rome with good time to visit some of the most important monuments of the city; the Pantheon, Colosseum and Trevi fountain are just 3 of many! Meals included: Breakfast Day 11 End Rome Your trip ends in Rome after breakfast. If you would like to add extra nights in this fantastic city, please speak to your sales consultant at the time of booking. Meals included: Breakfast
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Hotels and B&B's 5 nights in hotels, 4 nights in B&Bs and 1 night in a farmhouse, all rooms en suite. We use variety of different styles of good hotels with many of them family-run properties. All prices are based on 2 persons sharing, so if there is an odd number of people travelling in your party or you are travelling alone, there will be a compulsory supplement for a single room for the tour duration. For a solo traveller there is an adttional charge to cover transfer costs. Additional Accommodation We can book additional accommodation in Orvieto or Rome (subject to availability). Please notify us at the time of booking and we will provide up-to-date prices.
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