RCGS: Rome, Assisi & Magical Umbria - Premium Adventure with Robin Esrock

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Explore historic landmarks and classical ruins in Rome and Assisi. Walk through Italy's unspoiled countryside staying in a picturesque four-star resort in the hills of Umbria, led by an expert local guide and hosted by bestselling author, TV host, public speaker and RCGS fellow Robin Esrock. Whether it’s your first time in Italy or your 100th, this guided wal...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Join a guided tour in Rome, which takes in the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain
    • Hike through the hills and villages of Umbria
    • Discover the Unesco-listed hill town of Assisi, birthplace of Saint Francis
    • Enjoy the comforts ofa four-star hotel and countryside resort with a spa
    • Sample fine wines and craft beers in Montefalco and Todi
    • Learn the secrets of making fresh pasta in an Italian cooking class
    • Visit the iconic Museum of Chocolate in Perugia
    • Learn all about the art of producing delicious olive oil

What's this trip about?

    Explore historic landmarks and classical ruins in Rome and Assisi. Walk through Italy's unspoiled countryside staying in a picturesque four-star resort in the hills of Umbria, led by an expert local guide and hosted by bestselling author, TV host, public speaker and RCGS fellow Robin Esrock. Whether it’s your first time in Italy or your 100th, this guided walking trip will live long in your heart. Did you know you can travel by train to this trip? Find out more hereDiscover Rome, Assisi and Umbria with the Royal Canadian Geographical Society accompanied by explorer Robin Esrock

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 14 people
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transport
Start CityRome
End CityRome

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

Attractions

  • Rome
  • Umbria

Activities

  • Hiking

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 5

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 14

Trip includes

    • All accommodation, all breakfasts, three lunches and five dinners
    • Welcome aperitivo and complimentary spa access
    • Wine, beer and olive oil tastings with nibbles
    • Chocolate experience
    • Airport transfers
    • All daily transport and listed activities
    • Expert tour leader, chosen for great customer feedback

Itinerary

Day 1 Start in Rome

The adventure begins in the endlessly alluring city of Rome. We’ll gather for the first time as a group at our four-star hotel near Rome Termini train station, then head to a nearby trattoria for a welcome dinner of traditional Roman dishes.

Day 2 Walking tour of Rome; transfer to Collepepe

Everyone will be itching to explore the Eternal City, so after breakfast we’ll meet a certified guide for a tour of the landmarks, visiting the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and more. There’s free time for lunch before a private transfer away from the city ...

Day 3 Bevagna to Montefalco circular walk; afternoon wine and virgin olive oil tasting

We enjoy our first guided walk in Umbria this morning, a circular route starting and ending in the medieval town of Bevagna. From here, we venture to Montefalco, a hilltop town overlooking vineyards producing the much-revered rosso di Montefalco and sagrantino wines, ...

Day 4 Walk from Collepepe to Collazzone; Italian cooking class; sunset and dinner in Todi

We explore the hills and paths around our resort this morning, starting at our front door and heading to the hilltop village of Collazzone. Upon our return, we head to the hotel kitchen and join a local chef for a hands-on cooking class, learning how to prepare perfec...

Day 5 Daytrip to Assisi

We take a transfer to Assisi this morning, a Unesco-listed hilltop town and, as the birthplace of Saint Francis, one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in Italy. You’re free to explore it solo, but don’t miss the 13th-century Basilica di San Francesco, an a...

Day 6 Chocolate experience and Perugia visit

Today we head to Perugia, a buzzing university town and capital of the Umbria region. Our first stop is Casa Museo Del Cioccolato, where we dive deep into the world’s favourite treat and taste a few samples. We’ll also learn about Baci Perugina, a world-renowned local...

Day 7 Walk the Path of Olives from Spello to Collepino; brewery tour and tasting

Today we take a circular walk from Spello, a medieval town where cobbled streets are brought to life with marvellous flower displays. Our guide will help us navigate the crisscross of ancient streets and alleys, giving you time to appreciate the Town of Flowers. Walk...

Day 8 Transfer to Rome Airport

We enjoy our last breakfast together this morning and bid a fond farewell to Abbazia Collemedio. We then catch a transfer back to Rome Airport, where the tour comes to an end.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,825
Price per day$478
Last Updated: 4/4/2025

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Travel insurance
    • Single accommodation (available on request)
    • Visas or vaccinations
    • Local taxes (approximately €6 per person, see Trip Notes)

Accommodation

Rome: A four-star hotel in the city centre (night 1) Your accommodation for the first night is a four-star hotel near Rome Termini station. The exact hotel is confirmed approximately 10 weeks before the tour start date. All accommodation options meet the standards of this category. Umbria: Abbazia Collemedio (nights 2-7) Within the Umbrian countryside, Abbazia Collemedio is a tastefully renovated monastery transformed into a modern four-star resort. When you’re not exploring the many wonders of the region, take advantage of the excellent hotel facilities, which include a swimming pool area, gym and bar. Your stay also includes a free 50-minute session in the spa, where you can take a dip in a hydromassage pool, relax in the Finnish shower, or make the most of the Turkish bath. Amenities Landscaped gardens and a pool area for leisure and relaxation Restaurant serving fine Umbrian dishes Wellness centre with Finnish sauna and Turkish bath Gym Worth knowing The accommodation shown has been booked and agreed in advance; however, we may need to make changes to a property of similar or higher standard after you have booked. We endeavour to inform you of any changes in advance which could, on rare occasions, be at late notice.
Cancellation policy

The cancellation policies of this trip when booked through Travelstride are determined by the stated policies of the tour operator - Exodus Adventure Travels.

If you or any other member of your party decides to cancel a confirmed booking you must notify Travelstride in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received in writing by Travelstride and will be effective from the date on which we receive it.

Period before departure in which you notify us

From the date your Booking Confirmation is issued up to, and including, 90 days prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.

  • 89 to 52 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
  • 51 to 31 days (inclusive) prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation.
  • 30 days or less prior to the departure date specified on the Booking Confirmation, or after the booking has started

Cancellation charge

Deposit can be transferred to a new booking which must be made within 3 months of the date the original booking was cancelled, and depart within 12 months of the new booking date. If a new booking is not made within this period then the deposit will be forfeited. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.

  • 50% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
  • 75% of the total holiday cost. Any remaining balance will be refunded excluding any non-refundable costs.
  • 100% of the total holiday cost.

For Polar holidays, the following cancellation charges will be made:

Cancellation period (before departure) - Cancellation Fee (per person)

Outside of 180 days - No fee if cancelled within 15 days of booking date. US $1,250 cancellation fee if cancelled 16 days or more of booking date.

179 to 120 days - Loss of deposit.

119 to 90 days prior to departure - 50% of the holiday cost.

89 to 60 days prior to departure - 75% of the holiday cost. 

59 to 0 days prior to departure - 100% of the holiday cost.

For more additional details, see the booking conditions of Exodus Adventure Travels at the following web address: https://www.exodustravels.com/us/about-exodus/exodus-booking-conditions

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Meals Included
All breakfasts, three lunches, five dinners and one aperitivo are included. The food and drink on this Premium Trip showcase the best of Lazio and Umbria, among the top gastronomic regions in Italy. It begins with your first dinner, which takes place in a traditional trattoria in Rome. The culinary journey continues with an aperitivo upon arrival at Abbazia Collemedio, with sparkling wine and appetisers. Here, every morning begins with a hearty continental breakfast, including croissants, cereals, eggs, bacon, sausages, hot drinks and more. There are also two packed lunches provided on the tour, which will include tasty sandwiches and healthy platters of fruit and snacks to fuel your walking. Dinners will be served at the hotel restaurant: shared starters, two main courses with a side and desserts – all exhibiting the best of Umbrian cooking. During the week, you will also enjoy wine, beer, olive oil and chocolate tastings. Several dietary restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free and gluten-free, can be catered for. Please advise us of any dietary requirements upon booking.
Age Requirements
18 years and up
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Trip ID
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