Umbria DiVino

 

5-DAY TOUR. UNDER CONSTRUCTION Staying in luxury accommodation in the centre Montefalco, visiting wine cellars and the towns of Bevagna, Spello, and OrvietO

From Sagrantino's origins as the holy wine of the mass to its current position as one of Italy's priority red wines it has maintained the position as a staple in the fields and in the households of Umbria. Staying in Montefalco's new luxury hotel the tour is a spiritual & spirited exploration of Montefalco's best through visits to vineyards, winemakers, cellars & restaurants and includes a Sagrantino massage and  facial to complete the indulgence
EUR 1800 pp in twin share  

EUR 300 Single Supplement  

 
STARTING FROM: 
Foligno Railway Station at 11.00 am or Foligno hotel on Sundays in 2010
 
04 April, 02 May, 06 June, 18 July, 19 September, or on request for min 4 pax
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Montefalco Sagrantino had its origins as a sweet wine to accompany mass, through its popularity as the peasant staple throughout the middle ages then its transformation by Caprai cellars in conjunction with Milan University into a dry best seller.

The itinerary includes daily visits to local vineyards and cellars with tastings of local food products as well as the exquisite local wines and a grape seed massage in the spa area of your exclusive accommodation.

Enjoy a wine itinerary immersed in the beautiful late medieval architecture of Umbria's hilltowns and the evocative patchwork landscape of olive groves, wheat fields and vineyards.
 
 
You will stay in luxury accommodation with spa in the main piazza of Montefalco, one of Umbria's most beautiful hilltowns.

Meal vouchers will allow you select a different restaurant each night in the town with specially arranged menus matched to local wines. The restaurants range through the hotel's own exclusive restaurant to an excellent local chef nearby in the piazza and at Villa Pambuffetti with their enormous gardens just outside the ton walls. There is also a trattoria and a pizzeria in the main street so you can choose from the full range of Montefalco's very local and traditional food offerings.
 
 
 

This is a preliminary itinerary. The program may be altered to accommodate seasonal variations and activities, including local festivals, exhibitions or concert performances. However the essential content of the itinerary will remain the same and an updated version of the itinerary will be presented on arrival. B L D means that breakfast, lunch and/or dinner will be included that day.

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Day 1    Sunday              Transfer to Montefalco                                            L D
You will be met outside the main entrance of Foligno railway station at 11.00 am and transferred to medieval hilltop town of Montefalco. During lunch at a fabulous family restaurant with, in our opinion, Umbria's best chef.

In the afternoon there is an introductory walk around the town which includes visits to some of the towns gorgeous linen shops - a traditional artisan feature of Montefalco, and a tasting at the Pardi wine cellar just outside of the historical centre. We also take a peek at the now famous frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli painted in 1450 and where there is evidence of a robust red wine on the tables of a feast.

You will be introduced to the principal range of the area's wines over  in the town's delightful piazza. Followed by dinner at the accommodation.

 

Day 2     Monday             UNDER CONSTRUCTION

 

Day 3     Tuesday                        Bevagna & Spello                                    B L D

Down in the valley and just a short distance from Montefalco, Bevagna is one of Umbria's most evocative towns. Originally Roman, it has a beautifully evocative piazza encircled by three churches and containing roman ruins.

In the afternoon we travel to the delightful small hilltown of Spello and include a wine tasting in a well known cantina and a glimpse of the superb frescoes by the Umbrian Renaissance master Pinturicchio. Free time in the town to explore the ancient roman backstreets and modern art shops.

 

Day 4     Wednesday          Orvieto                                                             B D
In the morning travel to Orvieto for an exploration of Umbria's famous white wine 'Orvieto classico'. There will be free time to visit the weekly markets and to explore the town centre with its fascinating array of shops, cafes and an award-winning gelateria. Cocktails and farewell dinner at the accommodation.     

 

Day 5    Thursday                   

 On the last day of the tour you will be transferred to Foligno Station leaving the accommodation at 9am
 
 
The price of the tour is UNDER CONSTRUCTION  per person in twin share accommodation. A deposit of EURO 300 (AUD 600) per person is required to reserve a place on the tour. This deposit is non-refundable unless the tour is cancelled.  Single supplements in double rooms are available at an additional cost of single use EURO 300 (AUD 600) . A limited number of actual single rooms at EURO 180 (AUD 360).  The full balance is due 60 days before departure. The tour is costed on a minimum of five (5) people travelling and is limited to eighteen (18) places. Subject to final tour numbers and exchange rates the price may vary slightly. You will be notified immediately of any change.
 
 

•  Foligno station or Foligno hotel transfers
 • All land travel by air-conditioned coach
 • Accommodation for seven nights
 • Dinner every night including fresh local produce and local wines
 • Guided visits in Montefalco, Spoleto, Bevagna, Spello, Perugia, Gubbio, Assisi and Orvieto
 • Admission to all galleries, museums and historical sites included in the itinerary
 • The services of a tour leader throughout the tour

• Airfares

• Meals while visiting local towns are not included in the tour price. We have however carefully chosen a selection of local restaurants and negotiated very reasonable prices for generous set menus of regional specialities usually including excellent local wines. You will have the choice of making your own arrangements.

• Travel insurance (this is essential)

• Entry fees other than those specifically mentioned on the itinerary

• Taxi, or personal transport costs, phone calls or tips

• Wine outside of normal meals

• Laundry: This can be organised with the staff at the accommodation