Assisi & Perugia: Small-Group Tour from Florence

Assisi and Perugia day trip from Florence

This 11-hour day trip from Florence visits two Umbrian cities: Assisi, the hilltop town where St Francis founded his religious order, and Perugia, the regional capital known for its medieval streets and chocolate tradition. A professional guide leads the Assisi tour, and an optional chocolate tasting in Perugia adds a sweet conclusion to the day.

Guided tour of Assisi and the Basilica of St Francis

Assisi sits on a hillside above the Umbrian plain, its pink stone buildings and medieval streets preserved much as St Francis knew them in the 13th century. The guided tour covers the Basilica of San Francesco, decorated with Giotto's fresco cycle depicting St Francis's life, along with the churches of Santa Chiara and Santa Maria degli Angeli. The guide explains the religious and artistic significance of each site.

Perugia and optional chocolate tasting

Perugia's medieval centre sits atop a hill with views across Umbria. The city is home to Baci Perugina, Italy's most famous chocolate brand, and an optional chocolate tasting introduces you to the local tradition. Free time in Perugia lets you explore the Corso Vannucci (the main street), the Fontana Maggiore, and the Etruscan Arch that predates Rome.

Day trip from Florence to Umbria

The GT coach provides comfortable transport for the approximately 2-hour drive from Florence to Umbria. The landscape changes from Tuscan hills to the broader Umbrian valley, with its own distinct character. The 11-hour format allows thorough visits to both cities without feeling rushed, and the coach returns you to Florence in the evening.

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