Umbria ~ The Green Heart of Italy

Hillside town with colorful buildings under a pastel sky at sunset.
Perugia, Italy
Umbria ~ The Green Heart of Italy

Discover Umbria on a 7-night sojourn to Italy's lush, green heartland! Unpack once in a deluxe hotel in Perugia and set out daily to discover medieval towns and storied historical landmarks amid Umbria's breathtaking hills and valleys. You'll visit Orvieto, Assisi, Gubbio, Todi and Tuscany; and make a pilgrimage to the revered Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. Plus, enjoy Perugina chocolate, Umbrian olive oil, wine and a cooking experience!

 

Trip Highlights

  • 8 Days | 7 Nights in Italy
  • Explore Umbria's scenic landscape of verdant valleys, forested hills, medieval villages and lush countryside.
  • Witness stunning views from Orvieto, perched atop a dramatic rock plateau.
  • Venture to Tuscany to see Renaissance architecture in Montepulciano.
  • Uncover Perugia's Etruscan origins and savor a chocolate tasting. Savor Umbria's olives and olive oil during a tour and tasting with lunch.
  • Marvel at the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

 

Hands pour freshly harvested green olives from a bag into another sack.
Savor the olive oil at Oleoteca Bartolomei Olive Oil Mill and Museum.
View through an archway of colorful buildings and a winding street in a quaint town.
Stroll through the capital city of Umbria.
Ancient ruins with arches, surrounded by greenery and hillside buildings in the background.
Delight in medival buildings in Gubbio.

 

Day by Day Itinerary

  • Day 1&2 Rome, Italy | Perugia
  • Day 3 Perugia
  • Day 4 Perugia | Orvieto
  • Day 5 Perugia | Cortona | Montepulciano
  • Day 6 Perugia
  • Day 7 Perugia | Assisi | Gubbio
  • Day 8 Perugia | Todi
  • Day 9 Depart for Home

 

Trip Booking Info

 This trip is operated by AHI Travel.

  • Price Information
    • Starting at $5,045 + tax. Airfare is not included.
    • Early Booking Deadline: $4,545 by 11/24/2026.
    • Note! Prices shown are based on the starting price, per person, double occupancy and reflect the Pay in Full Early Booking Savings. Prices include VAT/ Port Charges.
  • Airline Tickets
    • Travel Operator can help coordinate your air travel or you can use your own.
  • Pre or Post Tour Options
  • Disclaimers
    • Price and dates subject to change. Call Travel Operator for current information.
    • On this trip, you will have the opportunity to adventure with both UC Davis alumni and alumni from other sponsoring institutions. 

 

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For more information or to reserve your place on tour, please call the tour operator AHI Travel toll-free at (800)-323-7373.

 

Trip Map

Map of Central Italy highlighting Perugia and surrounding regions in yellow tones.

 

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