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Self-guided bike tour – Umbria by bike
Six days of peaceful cycling, crossing Umbria from north to south along the most attractive cycle paths on your self-guided bike tour!
Starting in the north, from Città di Castello, the lovely river Tiber cycling path will lead you to Umbertide; you will only leave the path to go up towards Montone, a lovely little village and pearl of the Alta Valtiberina (Upper Tiber valley). Continuing alongside the river Tiber initially, and then over gentle hills, you will reach the splendid city of Perugia before setting off again, following the new cycle path, towards Lake Trasimeno. At the end of the tour of the lake, you will go south-west to Marsciano and then to Bevagna. From here, cycling on the beautiful path that starts from Assisi, you will reach Spoleto. To reach the Marmore and Terni waterfalls, you will first take the spectacular former Spoleto-Norcia Railway trail, full of exciting viaducts and tunnels, and finally the river Nera route called the Greenway.
The route is suitable for cyclists accustomed to cycling and moderately fit. It is suitable for both mountain bikes and gravel bikes.
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Day 1
Stage 1-
Tour pack collection and briefing
Prior to departure there will be a meeting with our staff at the starting point, to collect your tour pack containing gadgets and gifts, and for a quick briefing on how to use our tour assistance.
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From Città di Castello, passing through Montone, to Umbertide
First spectacular stage of the tour, departing from Città di Castello. Heading south and along the beautiful cycle path of the river Tiber, you will reach Umbertide. About halfway along the route you will temporarily leave the cycle path to go up to Montone, a wonderful medieval village and pearl of the Alta Valtiberina.
Length: 40 km; Uphill altitude difference: 300 m;
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Dinner
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Agriturismo/Country House
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Day 2
Stage 2-
From Umbertide to Perugia
Starting from Umbertide and staying on the river Tiber cycle path you will reach Ponte San Giovanni and then Torgiano, an area of particular interest for wine-growing. From here, with a few gentle ups and downs you will reach the spectacular city of Perugia.
Length: 60 km; Uphill altitude difference: 440 m;
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Dinner
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Agriturismo/Country House
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Day 3
Stage 3-
From Perugia to Castiglione del Lago
Setting off again from Perugia, you will head towards Lake Trasimeno. Along the new Perugia – Trasimeno cycle path, you will find yourself on the Trasimeno cycle path that you will take in an anti-clockwise direction to the beautiful village of Castiglione del Lago.
Length: 64.5 km; Uphill altitude difference: 300 m;
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Dinner
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Agriturismo/Country House
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Day 4
Stage 4-
From Castiglione del Lago to Marsciano
The stage features numerous uphill and downhill sections. From Castiglione del Lago, crossing the hills south of Trasimeno and continuing along the river Nestore, you will reach Marsciano, constantly nestled in the lush, verdant countryside.
Length: 73 km; Uphill altitude difference: 750 m;
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Dinner
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Agriturismo/Country House
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Day 5
Stage 5-
From Marsciano to Spoleto
This stage will take you to the entry point of the Valnerina. Passing through Gualdo Cattaneo and Bevagna you will arrive in Spoleto along the beautiful cycle path that starts from Assisi.
Length: 65 km; Uphill altitude difference: 600 m;
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Dinner
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Agriturismo/Country House
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Day 6
Stage 6-
From Spoleto, via the Marmore waterfalls, to Terni
The final and most demanding part of the tour, first taking the most beautiful and spectacular section of the former Spoleto-Norcia Railway trail and then along the river Nera Greenway, you will reach the Cascate delle Marmore (waterfalls) and finally the city of Terni.
Length: 58 km; Uphill altitude difference: 1000 m;
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- Starting point:
- Città di Castello
- Included services:
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Meals
Accomodation
What the price includes:
- GPX tracking of the entire route;
- Road book with general directions on the route;
- 5 nights at a Farm stay or Country house;
- 5 breakfasts;
- 5 3-course dinners, drinks included, at a farm stay or restaurant;
- You will have access to assistance throughout the tour, in case of emergencies or other requirements;
- Pack with gadgets and gifts;
- Transport to the starting point;
- Insurance;
What the price does NOT include:
- Transportation of any kind is NOT included, except what is expressly set out under the heading “What the price includes”;
- In general, everything that is not set out under the heading “What the price includes” is NOT included.
- The bike and accessories.
Additional information:
- ON REQUEST a luggage transport service will be available in your overnight accommodation;
- ON REQUEST bike or e-bike rental service will be available;
- To complete this tour, an aptitude for cycling is required;
- Good physical fitness is required;
- There are about 4-5 hours of cycling every day;
- This itinerary can be purchased by a minimum of 2 participants;
- Single occupancy of a double room is subject to a supplement of 120 euro
