Overview

A step back in time, an escape from the rush of modern life, an echo of a bygone era, all of these phrases help to perfectly sum up Umbria. It’s own bubble, bordering neither the sea or another country, it’s a magical region of truly authentic Italy.

Expect isolated hilltop towns nestled among rolling hills, built there in medieval times and looking as if they haven’t changed in all those years. Wandering through their streets you’ll see residents rolling pasta by hand, neighbours walking freely into friends’ houses, and a sense of community that is dying out all over the world.

Then there’s the natural beauty and the fantastic food it produces, as dogs hunt for truffles, wild boar roam and vines grow in the incredible countryside. The result? Homely and exquisitely balanced pasta and stews, combined with wholesome, world-class wines.

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Umbria Wine Lovers Experience

6 Hours

Italy

Become an expert in Italian wine as you taste your way through a traditional Italian wineries. You will be led by a loca..

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£158 pp

Umbria Farm to Table Cooking Experience

6 Hours

Italy

Enjoy learning to cook authentic Italian dishes in the countryside with a local expert. Come back and show your friends ..

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£186 pp

Weekend Photography Holiday

4 days

Italy

Learn the art of photography on this adventurous photography weekend in Orvieto in Umbria that promises not just a photo..

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£695 pp

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Umbria Wine Lovers Experience

6 Hours Umbria

Become an expert in Italian wine as you taste your way through a traditional Italian wineries. You will be led by a loca..

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£158 pp

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Umbria Farm to Table Cooking Experience

6 Hours Umbria

Enjoy learning to cook authentic Italian dishes in the countryside with a local expert. Come back and show your friends ..

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£186 pp

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Weekend Photography Holiday

4 days Umbria

Learn the art of photography on this adventurous photography weekend in Orvieto in Umbria that promises not just a photo..

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£695 pp

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Best Time to Visit Umbria

General

Your best bet for visiting Umbria is, like Tuscany, in the Spring and Autumn. Although not as busy as its more popular neighbour, you’re still more likely to encounter crowds of tourists and baking temperatures in the summer, particularly in August.

In the winter, Umbria is beautiful and quiet. However, as it’s a little less popular than Tuscany, you may find many shops, restaurants and attractions closed, so plan with care. That said, the snow-dusted streets and local hangouts will be all yours, and the area can feel truly magical.

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