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In medieval times the Via Francigena was an important pilgrimage route for those wishing to visit the Holy See and the tombs of the apostles Peter and Paul in Rome. Today the route follows the ancient trail from Canterbury in England to Italy's capital. This last section, from Orvieto to the Eternal City, takes you through the hills of Umbria, past hill top towns, ancient Etruscan villages and historical sites, all the while sampling delicious regional culinary specialities.
In medieval times the Via Francigena was an important pilgrimage route for those wishing to visit the Holy See and the tombs of the apostles Peter and Paul in Rome. Today the route follows the ancient trail from Canterbury in England to Italy's capital. This last section, from Orvieto to the Eternal City, takes you through the hills of Umbria, past hill top towns, ancient Etruscan villages and historical sites, all the while sampling delicious regional culinary specialities.
Italy

Self-guided Via Francigena - Orvieto to Rome

Self-Guided Trip

10

CA$

days from

1890

In medieval times the Via Francigena was an important pilgrimage route for those wishing to visit the Holy See and the tombs of the apostles Peter and Paul in Rome. Today the route follows the ancient trail from Canterbury in England to Italy's capital. This last section, from Orvieto to the Eternal City, takes you through the hills of Umbria, past hill top towns, ancient Etruscan villages and historical sites, all the while sampling delicious regional culinary specialities.

Activity / Theme

Country

Hiking

Italy

Comfort Level

Physical Rating

Moderate

Moderate

Transportation

Accommodation

On foot, luggage transfers

3 star hotels and agriturismo / B&B's with en-suite facilities

Months of Operation

March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October

Adventure Coordinators Insider Tip:

Arrive in Orvieto a day before the start of your trip.  It gives you time to get over jetlag and to appreciate the many sights in the town.

Itinerary

DAY 1 Start Orvieto
DAY 2 To Lake Bolsena (6 or 7.5 hrs, 16 kms or 23 kms)
DAY 3 Hike to Montefiascone (5 hrs, 18 kms)
DAY 4 Walk to Viterbo (6 hrs, 18 kms)
DAY 5 Through pretty countryside to Vetralla (6 hrs, 17 kms)
DAY 6 Hike to Sutri (7 hrs, 25 kms)
DAY 7 Continue to Campagnano di Roma (7 hrs, 25 kms)
DAY 8 Country trails to Isola Farnese (7 hrs, 22 kms)
DAY 9 Hike to Rome (6 hrs, 22skms)
DAY 10 Trip ends in Rome

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Inclusions

9 breakfasts, 2 packed lunches, 2 dinners
9 nights accommodation
Smartphone app with maps
Route book
Luggage transfers
Emergency hotline and SMS alert
Credenziale - the pilgrim’s passport

Sample tour.  Itinerary, accommodation, transportation, inclusions and prices are correct at the time of publication but may change without prior notice.  Please inquire.

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