Self-Guided Bicycle Tours in Italy: Bicycling Umbria, the Heart of Italy

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Umbria is the birthplace of St. Francis, the heart of Roman Italy and home to some of Italy's best preserved medieval towns. Bicycle past vineyards, chestnut and oak forests, and across rolling hills to monasteries, castles, and hilltop villages unchanged since the Middle Ages. Enjoy Assisi, the home of Saint Francis, Deruta, famous for its pottery, Torgiano, known for its wines, and hilltop towns such as Bevagna, Spello, Montefalco, Todi and Orvieto.

Highlights	Assisi, Spello, Bevagna, Montefalco, Todi, Roman Ruins, and Orvieto
Includes	7 nights accommodation in 3-4 star hotels; 7 breakfasts; use of a quality 24 speed hybrid or racing bicycle; detailed route descriptions; map; optional rides daily; suggestions for dinners and lunches; luggage transfers
Countries	Italy
Begin/End	Assisi 3 p.m./Orvieto
Arrive/Depart	Rome/Florence
Total Distance	281 - 321 km (175 - 200 miles)
Daily Distance	0 - 80 km (0 - 50 miles); additional mileage is always available
What to Expect	Hill riding most days with optional easier rides on two days; two night stays allow for easy options on rest days
Rating	301 Some hills almost all days but distances are moderate so take your time!
Notes	Plan to arrive at 3 p.m. in Assisi to start your tour. If your arrival time differs, please contact us and we will try to accommodate your travel schedule.
Terms	Terms & Conditions

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Dates & Prices

Dates	Price	Single Supplement*	Next Step
This tour begins every Friday in Assisi. A single supplement of 250 euros is applied for just one traveler alone. For 2010 tour prices please send us an inquiry.	€1250	250 Euros (singles traveling with others pay a 200 euro supplement)	Request space on this tour now!