Assisi and Cortona Day Trip from Florence, Italy
The full-day journey from Florence to Assisi, the Umbrian holy town, and Cortona, the filming location for "Under the Tuscan Sun!" Let us lead you across Tuscany and Umbria's rolling green hills to the architectural and artistic gems of Assisi and Cortona.
Highlights:
Assisi
Cortona
The Church of Santa Chiara
Giottos frescos
Santa Maria degli Angeli Church
Basilica of San Francesco dAssisi
Includes:
A professional guide (Assisi part)
Bus transportation
Free time in Assisi
Entrance fees to St Francis'Basilica
Santa Chiara Church
Santa Maria degli Angeli Church
Please note: to enjoy the excursion in Italian, German, Portuguese, or French, a minimum of four people is required. Please show up 20 minutes before the tour departure. This tour is held on Mondays.
Your trip to Assisi, which will last for 12 hours, begins in the city that gave its name to Saint Francis. While you are being educated on the history of the medieval town, your tour guide will lead you through the town's narrow, winding streets. The paintings by Giotto representing the life of Saint Francis of Assisi may be found inside the Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi, where visitors can also learn more about the significance of this pilgrimage site.
Experience the beauty of the interior of the Basilica of Santa Chiara, which was built in honor of a disciple of San Francesco. After that, you will have some free time to look around this magical city. After that, you will continue your journey by going to the Santa Maria degli Angeli Church, which is the location where the Franciscan Order had its start. Returning to Tuscany, make your way to the town of Cortona. It was built by the Etruscans and is famous for its beautiful architecture and expansive views of the area. Many people recognize Cortona as where the film "Under the Tuscan Sun" was shot, so be sure not to miss such an experience!