Florence to Rome - Self Guided

Day 1: Arrival in Florence
Day 2: Florence - Passignano sul Trasimeno, 37 mi. (60 km) + train ride
Day 3: Passignano sul Trasimeno - Perugia, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 4: Perugia - Assisi, 19 mi. (30 km)
Day 5: Assisi - Spoleto, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 6: Spoleto - Terni - Narni 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 7: Narni - Rome, 37 mi. (60 km) + train
Day 8: Departure from Rome

All distances are approximate. Due to circumstances beyond control such as weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. You may find temporary deviations/detours necessary due to roadwork or other unforeseen circumstances that will not be reflected on your maps or route descriptions. In this case, please follow the directions posted locally.

Day 1: Arrival in Florence
After you arrive in Florence, there is an evening tour briefing and rental bikes are distributed in one of the tour hotels, centrally located, though perhaps different than the hotel that has been reserved for you. If you are not able to attend your tour briefing, you can request your tour documents at the reception of your first hotel. Advance notice is appreciated. Taking time to visit the beautiful center of Florence is recommended.

Sample hotel: There are several possible starting hotels based on availability, all 4* facilities.

• Hotel Ambasciatori Firenze
• Hotel Club Firenze
• Hotel Diplomat
• Grand Hotel Adriatico
• Hotel de La Place
• Hotel Embassy

Day 2: Florence - Passignano sul Trasimeno, 37 mi. (60 km) + train ride
In the morning, you travel to Arezzo by train.  You can then visit the splendid churches and palaces in this city of antiquities and gold. You cycle on beautiful lanes through the wide plain of Valdichiana, with the hill and mountain silhouettes of Southern Tuscany as your backdrop. You pass Cortona, cycle up to  Trasimeno Lake, and the battlefield where Hannibal fought against the Romans. Enjoy the wonderful view of Trasimeno Lake. You will overnight in Passignano.

Sample hotel: 3* La Vela

Day 3: Passignano sul Trasimeno - Perugia, 22 mi. (35 km)
Cycling along the lake to Torricella, on secluded lanes, through wide fields, rolling hills, and idyllic villages, the tour leads to Perugia, a well-known artistic center of Italy. Take a stroll through one of the nicest shopping streets in Italy to the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, the Palazzo dei Priori, or the Arco Etrusco. Perugia is the capital of Umbria. Though infused with a modern atmosphere due to its university, this medieval town is also infused with history. Its rich archaeological sites give witness. The most outstanding of all are its walls and gates, which are still well preserved.

Sample hotel: 4* Sangallo Palace

Day 4: Perugia - Assisi, 19 mi. (30 km)
After having crossed the Tiber River, it is only a few kilometers to the hometown of St. Francis, Assisi, the “City of Peace”. Before ascending to this mystical city, there is an excursion to one of the most beautiful sanctuaries of Umbria, S.M. degli Angeli! In Assisi, you can immerse yourself in the colorful world of the medieval frescoes by Giotto. 

Sample hotel: 3* Hotel Dei Priori Assisi

Day 5: Assisi - Spoleto, 34 mi. (55 km)
Today's route leads along the enormous mountain base of Mount Subasio to the wonderfully preserved medieval town of Spello and continues through the Valle Umbra to Spoleto. Towns like Montefalco, Trevi, and Campello dot the surrounding hills. From the aqueduct which is over 80 meters high, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Tessino Canyon, Mount Luco, and the Rocca Albornoz (papal fortress).

Sample hotel: 3* Hotel Charleston

Day 6: Spoleto - Terni - Narni, 28 mi. (45 km)
Nestled between mountains and through a wonderful landscape, the tour leads to Terni. From there, you ride on small country lanes up to Narni, a medieval town rarely explored by tourists. Dark houses crowd together in stepped alleys to form picturesque squares. The imaginary land of Narnia, described in the works of C. S. Lewis, is said to have been named after Narni. The legend claims that as a child, he came across the name in an atlas. 

Sample hotel: 3* Hotel Dei Priori

Day 7: Narni - Rome, 37 mi. (60 km) + train
"All roads lead to Rome", it is said! In the middle of the green heart of Umbria, the first stage from Narni to Calvi is quite hilly. Enjoy the calmness and seclusion of the small Umbrian town at the foot of the 'Sabine Mountains', before, by train, you arrive in the busy city of Rome. Overnight stay near the Tiburtina station. 

Sample hotel: 4* Gambrinus Hotel

Day 8: Departure from Rome
If time allows, we highly recommend an independent visit to the Vatican (not included as part of the package). It is a perfect way to end your tour in Italy. Otherwise, Rome is very well connected by plane and train to extend your journey or return home. 

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You will be accommodated in lovely 3-star to 4-star hotels. In Narni, a simple but central hotel of the 3-star level is used. On each day’s details, you will find the name of the preferred hotel. We strongly advise that you research the hotels listed and are satisfied with the accommodations. A hotel list can be provided at the time of your tour confirmation. Please request this. However, it is important to understand that at times, changes must be made, and your final hotel list may reflect this.

Bicycles

Standard touring bike

The standard touring rental bikes are 7-speed unisex or 21-speed. There are two types of frames available for the 21-speed bike, a men's frame or a unisex frame. These bikes also feature:

• Modern V-breaks
• Aluminum rims
• Aluminum frame
• Mudguards
• Selle Royal Comfort gel saddles (seat­post diameter is 27.2)
• 28-inch puncture-resistant tires

*You must specify at time of booking which bike you would like to reserve, 7 speed unisex or 21 speed unisex or men's frame.

Accessories

• Handlebar bag
• Rear pannier
• Combination lock (one per room)
• Repair kit (one per room)
• Pump (one per room)
• Bike helmets, UVEX i-vo, (for sale, advanced reservation, €40)

Plus Bike

The Plus bike allows for a slightly sportier sitting posture, 27 gears offer the highest flexibility and a high-quality Suntour suspension fork provides the best possible comfort across all surfaces. All accessories are also available on Rental Bike Plus. We strongly recommend this upgrade!

• Hydraulic Magura Brakes
• Shimano Deore XT gearings
• Aluminum rims
• Aluminum frame
• Pannier
• Mudguards
• Handlebar bag
• Bicycle repair kit with tools, a pump, a spare inner tube, and a combination lock
• Selle Royal Esenza (seat­post diameter is 27.2)
• 28-inch puncture-resistant tires

*Availability is limited. You must specify at time of booking if you are requesting Plus Bike

Accessories

• Handlebar bag
• Pear pannier
• Combination lock (one per room)
• Repair kit (one per room)
• Pump (one per room)
• Bike helmets (for sale, advanced reservation, €40)

Electric Bike

These pedelec bikes have an electric motor fixed on the frame with a removable battery. A pedelec's motorised assistance only engages when the rider is pedaling and cuts out once 25 km/h is reached.

• 36 volt Bosch motor
• 500 wh battery
• Shimano 8 gear Nexus hub gears with backpedaling brake hub.
• The removable battery provides a ranch of 120 to 180 kilometers.
• Weight approximately 23 kg.

Accessories

• Handlebar bag
• Rear pannier
• Combination lock (one per room)
• Repair kit (one per room)
• Pump (one per room)
• Bike helmets, UVEX i-vo, (for sale, advanced reservation, €40)

*It is important to reserve your electric bike at time of booking.