Walking on the Francigena Way

11 days

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$1,979 USD

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Walking & Trekking

Suitable for:

Age 12+

Activity level:

Moderate

Trip code:

W10VF

Ways to Travel:

Self-Guided Holidays, Private Group Adventures

Activity:

Walking & Trekking

Min age:

Walk the path of Sigerico; The Francigena Way from Orvieto to Rome

The Francigena Way is a historial journey; a road which once led from Canterbury to Rome and which has been walked by thousands of pilgrims. This trip begins in the beautiful city of Orvieto which boasts arguably the most beautiful cathedral in Italy. From here walk through Tuscia Laziale, an agricultural region of fields and olive groves dotted with volcanic lakes. Following the ancient Via Cassia, pass through beautiful villages such as Montefiascone, the fortified city of Viterbo, the Etruscan necropolis and the Roman amphitheatre of Sutri and the small medieval churches of Vetrallla and Campagnano. The path continues, through thick forests of oaks and past ruined abbeys and control towers, and ends in Rome; the 'Eternal City'.

Highlights

Pilgrimage route to Rome
Stunning landscapes
Orvieto and its Cathedral
Picturesque villages, historic abbeys and volcanic lakes

Key information

5 nights in hotels, 4 nights in B&Bs and 1 night in a farmhouse
9 days point-to-point walking with luggage transfers
Low altitude throughout
Self-guided trip; min. age 12 yrs

Countries visited: Italy

What's included

All breakfasts and one dinner
All accommodation (see below)
All luggage transfers
Briefing
Routes app
Arrival and departure transfer (if booking a flight inclusive package)

What's not included

Travel insurance
Arrival & departure transfer (if booking a land only package)
Single accommodation (available on request)
Any Solo traveller supplements (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)
Visas or vaccinations

Call for general departures:

1 844 227 9087

Call for private group trips:

1 844 227 9087

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Trip Notes

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Days of Walking & Trekking

Terrain:

Varied; between man made paved tracks and dirt tracks

Day by day breakdown

Day 2 13.0km/8.0miles

Day 3 18.0km/11.0miles

Day 4 18.0km/11.5miles

Day 5 18.0km/11.5miles

Day 6 18.0km/11.5miles

Day 7 20.0km/12.5miles

Day 8 15.0km/12.5miles

Day 9 21.0km/13.0miles

Day 10 23.0km/14.5miles

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Itinerary

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Orvieto

Rome

Day 1

Start Orvieto

The beautiful town of Orvieto rises on a volcanic hill in the middle of the Umbrian countryside. It boasts an impressive cathedral; a work of architecture and religious harmony among the most important in Italy, a well-preserved medieval town center and a series of caves and tunnels under the town that were created almost 3000 years ago.
Day 2

Orvieto to Bolsena

Leaving the valley surrounding Orvieto, you head towards Bolsena and the crater lake. Through woods of oak and wild boars, hills and fields you reach the old town of Bolsena and Monaldeschi castle. Known for the miracle of Corpus Domini, the town developed on the banks of the beautiful lake of volcanic origin. We recommend a swim in the lake afte the day of walking.

Meals included: Breakfast
Day 3

Bolsena to Montefiascone

Walk towards Montefiascone, city of Popes and excellent wine. With a route overlooking the lake, we follow the stretch of the ancient Roman Via Cassia, crossing some roads paved in the original path. The town is a real gem among arches, alleys and artisans, keeps the flavour of yesteryear. Here you begin your journey in the beautiful Tuscia of Lazio region. Tonight you can taste the legendary Est! Est!! Est!!! Wine which is the perfect accompaniment for light appetizers.

Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4

Montefiascone to Viterbo

Through vineyards and orchards, cypresses and olive trees, you walk towards Viterbo. This hike will take you to Bagnaccio, home of the ancient baths where pilgrims used to stop for a rest in hot waters before reaching Viterbo, laying at the foot of the Cimini Hills. Enjoy an evening in the city centre to explore this medieval city.

Meals included: Breakfast
Day 5

Viterbo to Vetralla

This morning, you leave the beautiful Viterbo to continue your journey to Rome. The day is spent between countryside and woods. You are in the Tuscia area and will find along the way remains of the Etruscan civilization that between the 8th and 4th Century BC, populated the area. The day ends in Vetralla, a small medieval town.

Meals included: Breakfast Dinner
Day 6

Vetralla to Capranica

Vetralla raises above the countryside and the hills around. Leave the medieval centre and walk through fields and chestnut trees. You reach the Towers of Orlando, the remains of an old monastery. Your destination Capranica is waiting for you to stroll through its elegant alleys.

Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7

Capranica to Monterosi

Today you embark on the second half of the path to Rome. The walk will take you to Sutri, famous for the Roman amphitheatre and the Etruscan Necropolis you’ll get a chance to visit on your path. A gentle trail will then take you to Monterosi.

Meals included: Breakfast
Day 8

Monterosi to Campagnano di Roma

Today you walk through fields, woods and rivers towards Campagnano di Roma. You pass by some small waterfalls, the Cascate di Monte Gelato, that have been used as a set in many Italian movies. A little further, you reach Campagnano di Roma in the Natural Park of Veio.

Meals included: Breakfast
Day 9

Campagnano to Isola Farnese

This is the longest day of the trip and it starts with a lovely stroll in the National Park of Veio where you may meet with some wild horses! You then reach Formello and its beautiful city centre. You then follow the Way to Isola Farnese, a secluded and elegant village perched atop a volcanic crag and the last stop before Rome.

Meals included: Breakfast
Day 10

Isola Farnese to Rome

Today you walk the last stretch to Rome. Leave Isola Farnese and follow the Way through the Natural Reserve of Insugherata. You reach Monte Mario and the unforgettable descent towards Rome and finally, St Peter’s square. We recommend starting your walk early in order to arrive into Rome with good time to visit some of the most important monuments of the city; the Pantheon, Colosseum and Trevi fountain are just 3 of many!

Meals included: Breakfast
Day 11

End Rome

Your trip ends in Rome after breakfast. If you would like to add extra nights in this fantastic city, please speak to your sales consultant at the time of booking.

Meals included: Breakfast

Trip Notes

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Essential Info

Visas

Italy

No visa required for British passport holders. Please note in Italy it is compulsory to carry ID with you at all times.

For further Brexit travel advice please visit https://www.abta.com/tips-and-advice/brexit-advice-for-travellers

Vaccinations

Italy

There are no specific health risks.

Eating and Drinking

'La Cucina Romana' (Roman food) is based on an ancient past and you will find on many menus inexpensive cuts of veal and lamb, fresh vegetables and plenty of the local sheeps' cheese; Pecorino Romano. Recommended dishes to try (amongst many!) are bruschetta (a good bread, rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil and often tomatoes), porchetta (pork carved from a young, herb stuffed pig), carciofi alla guidia (fried artichokes), fave al guanciale (broad beans, often served with pork), baccala (codfish), pasta e ceci (pasta with chickpeas, a simple, old and delicious recipe!), cacio e pepe (pasta served with pecorino and black pepper; simple but surprisingly delicious), saltimbocca alla romana (veal wrapped in proscuitto and fried). Rabbit and wild boar are also very popular. Finish with a classic Roman dessert; crostata di ricotta (cheesecake). To drink, try Frascati, referred to by Romans as the Golden Wine both for its colour and value, or Cesanese del Piglio which is a full bodied red served with game.

Weather

Spring and summer are great times to visit this region, as the weather is warm and generally quite sunny. In a good year the mild weather many continue right up to December, with only occasional cold winds, but in a bad year, heavy rain can start in October. July and August are usually very hot and temperatures tend to stay around 30°C for much of this time.

Is this trip for you?

Average daily walk: 18km (11 miles)

No. of days walking: 9

This is a self-guided tour; you can walk at your own pace (we recommend taking your time and enjoying the sights!)

Terrain & route: The terrain and type of path will vary between manmade paved tracks, tarmac and dirt tracks. All walks take between 4 and 7 hours including lunch stops and require a moderate level of fitness. Please be aware that this area can be very warm, often exceeding 30 degrees in the summer.

Vehicle Support: This is a self-guided trip for those who prefer to walk independently, but with our assistance to take out the stress of the logistics and planning. We arrange your accommodations, provide you with route notes so that you can walk at your own pace, while your bags are transported from one hotel to the next. A representative will be there to meet you and will be on call throughout the trip should you need.

As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. There may be others on the same departure date as you, but you will not be organised together.

The route notes contain an emergency assistance telephone number should you need it and in emergencies, the local representative is normally able to dispatch a taxi or pick you up themselves. They may wish to charge for this service.

Call for general departures:

1 844 227 9087

Call for private group trips:

1 844 227 9087

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Trip Notes

Click on the button below for detailed Trip Notes containing all the particulars about this trip, including kit lists and practical information.

Note: these can vary by departure; you can check out the specific Trip Notes for your chosen adventure on the dates & prices page.

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Accommodation

Hotels and B&B's

5 nights in hotels, 4 nights in B&Bs and 1 night in a farmhouse, all rooms en suite. We use variety of different styles of good hotels with many of them family-run properties.

All prices are based on 2 persons sharing, so if there is an odd number of people travelling in your party or you are travelling alone, there will be a compulsory supplement for a single room for the tour duration. For a solo traveller there is an adttional charge to cover transfer costs.

Additional Accommodation

We can book additional accommodation in Orvieto or Rome (subject to availability). Please notify us at the time of booking and we will provide up-to-date prices.

Call for general departures:

1 844 227 9087

Call for private group trips:

1 844 227 9087

Live Chat >

Request a Brochure >

Trip Notes

Click on the button below for detailed Trip Notes containing all the particulars about this trip, including kit lists and practical information.

Note: these can vary by departure; you can check out the specific Trip Notes for your chosen adventure on the dates & prices page.

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