


Mika Umbria Jazz 2025
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A unique experience to enjoy a mini vacation on the occasion of Umbria Jazz and Mika’s concert.
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Price starting from Euro 165.00
The price per person in a double room includes:
- One night’s accommodation in a double/twin room with breakfast
- Concert included
- Europ Assistance Travel Insurance
The fee does not include
- Extras and personal tips
- Tourist tax where applicable to be paid in cash
- Anything not indicated under “The fee includes”
Travel Conditions
Upon confirmation of availability, a deposit of 30% of the package will be required.
The balance payment is required within 30 days of the arrival date.
Europ Assistance insurance coverage will be formalized upon payment of the balance
Any cancellations must be communicated via email to info@umbriasi.it
For cancellations after the balance payment up to the arrival date, late arrival and/or early departure, no show (i.e. no-show) the total amount of the practice will be required.
Europ Assistance insurance coverage can be activated (for the cases provided for by the coverage) which will be formalized upon payment of the balance.
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Stay at Umbria Jazz 2025
PH DAVID MORRESI © UMBRIA JAZZ
Stay at Umbria Jazz
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Do you already have your ticket????
We will help you find the best solution for your overnight stay!Price starting from Euro 54.00
The price per person in a double room includes:
- One night’s accommodation in a double/twin room with breakfast
- Europ Assistance Travel Insurance
The fee does not include
- Extras and personal tips
- Tourist tax where applicable to be paid in cash
- Anything not indicated under “The fee includes”
Travel Conditions
Upon confirmation of availability, a deposit of 30% of the package will be required. The balance payment is required within 30 days of the arrival date. Europ Assistance insurance coverage will be formalized upon payment of the balance Any cancellations must be communicated via email to info@umbriasi.it For cancellations after the balance payment up to the arrival date, late arrival and/or early departure, no show (i.e. no-show) the total amount of the practice will be required. Europ Assistance insurance coverage can be activated (for the cases provided for by the coverage) which will be formalized upon payment of the balance.Book now and pay later!
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Holiday oil
Holiday Oil
Promo!!! Euro 999,00 per person
LA POTATURA (The Pruning)
Dates to choose for the stay
– March 14, 2025 – March 16, 2025
– March 21, 2025 – March 23, 2025
– March 28, 2025 – March 30, 2025
– April 04, 2025 – April 06, 2025
– April 11, 2025 – April 13, 2025
The first period of stay will be from March 14, 2025 to April 12, 2025 and will allow the participant to choose your own olive tree sapling and start taking care of it with pruning.
FRIDAY
Arrival in the afternoon and crossing from San Feliciano to Isola Polvese.
Walk with the agronomist among the saplings and choice of the plant.
Aperitif in the facility with cold cuts, cheeses, compotes and local wine.
Dinner in the facility and overnight stay
SATURDAY
In the morning, after a hearty breakfast, you will be taken to the sapling to learn the pruning techniques, which you will then apply to your plant.
A snack will be served during the pruning.
Lunch at the facility.
In the afternoon, a typical cooking class.
Dinner at the facility and final pruning party
SUNDAY
After breakfast, plaques will be placed on all the saplings with the name of your adopter
Return to the mainland
LA RACCOLTA (The Harvesting)
Dates to choose for the stay
– October 03, 2025 – October 05, 2025
– October 10, 2025 – October 12, 2025
– October 17, 2025 – October 19, 2025
– October 24, 2025 October 26, 2025
– November 07, 2025 – November 09, 2025
The second period of stay will go from October 03, 2025 to November 07, 2025 and will allow the participant to live the experience of harvesting and pressing the olives, returning home with the extra virgin olive oil produced by their own plant
FRIDAY
Arrival in the afternoon and crossing from San Feliciano to Isola Polvese.
Walk with the agronomist among the saplings to admire the fruits andfor the first notions on pressing.
Dinner in the facility and overnight stay
SATURDAY
In the morning after a hearty breakfast, you will be taken to the sapling for the olive harvest.
Snack in the field.
Lunch at the facility.
In the afternoon, transfer to the mainland to go to the mill for pressing
Snack with bruschetta with garlic and new oil
Dinner at the facility and final harvest party
SUNDAY
After breakfast, bottles of your own oil produced will be delivered.
Return to the mainland
Promo!!! Euro 999,00 per person
The price per person in a double room includes:
- Accommodation in a double/twin room
- 2 stays of 3 days and 2 nights in the two periods PRUNING and HARVESTING
- Full board treatment including drinks
- Boat transport from San Feliciano to Isola Polvese
- Cooking course
- Snacks during PRUNING and HARVEST
- Assistance from the Agronomist
- 5 digital photos sent during the period of absence
- Personalized wooden plaque for your tree
- Evo oil produced from your tree (minimum guaranteed 3 liters)
- Europ Travel Insurance Assistance
The fee does not include
- Extras and personal tips
- Tourist tax where applicable to be paid in cash
- Anything not indicated under “The fee includes”
Supplements and Reductions
- Accommodation in a single room Euro 65.00 per person per night
- Third bed reduction for adults – 15% on the rate per person in a double room
- Third bed reduction for adults – 25% on the rate per person in a double room
TRAVEL CONDITIONS
Departures in the two periods PRUNING and HARVESTING are always guaranteed upon reaching a minimum number of 10 participants.
Reaching this number will be confirmed within 20 days of the departure of the trip.
Participants may be offered alternative dates for both periods where it is more likely that the minimum number of participants will be reached.
Once the minimum number of participants has been reached, a deposit equal to 30% of the package will be required.
The balance payment is required within 15 days of the departure of the trip.
Europ Assistance insurance coverage will be formalized upon payment of the balance
Any cancellations must be communicated via email to info@umbriasi.it
For cancellations after the payment of the balance up to the date of arrival, late arrival and/or early departure, no show (i.e. no-show) the total amount of the practice will be requested.
You can activate Europ Assistance insurance coverage (for the cases provided for by the coverage) which will be formalized upon payment of the balance.
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Umbria a heart of chocolate
Umbria a heart of chocolate
Starting from Euro 325,00 per person
Day 1
Arrival in Perugia made famous throughout the world by Perugina and its excellent chocolate.
In the afternoon, the walk in the historic center includes entry to Perugia Sotterranea, a real leap back in time under the cathedral of San Lorenzo.
Before going to the structure, a pleasant stop in a chocolate shop in the historic center for a tasting.
Accommodation in a structure for the overnight stay
2nd Day
After breakfast we move towards our Lake Trasimeno that seen from space the astronaut Parmitano said “It looks like a heart”. Walk to Passignano sul Trasimeno, a small tourist pearl of the lake, where it will be possible to take the ferry to reach Isola Maggiore, the only inhabited island, with a small museum circuit.
Lunch in Isola Maggiore
Free dinner and overnight stay
3rd Day
After breakfast, on the way back to your destination, you can stop for a walk in Todi a medieval city named the “most liveable city in the world”.
Tasting with snack in the Cellar.
Our best is starting from Euro 325.00 per person
The rate is per person in a double room and includes:- 2 nights accommodation with breakfast
- Entrance to Perugia Sotterranea
- Chocolate tasting in Perugia
- Daily excursion to Isola Maggiore from Passignano sul Trasimeno (return boat ticket, museum circuit, lunch)
- Wine tastings in a cellar with snack in Todi
- Europ Assistance travel insurance
- Extras, tips and offers
- Means of transport
- City tax where introduced by the relevant Municipality
- Anything not expressly indicated in the “the rate includes” section
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Umbrian Christmas Recipes
Christmas Flavor in Umbria: A Culinary Journey through Typical Recipes
Christmas is a magical celebration, and what better way to celebrate it than immersing oneself in the culinary traditions of a region rich in history and authenticity? In Umbria, the Christmas table is a true spectacle of flavors, with dishes that reflect generosity and love for local traditions. In this article, we will explore some of the typical Christmas recipes in Umbria, offering a taste of the gastronomic heritage that makes this region unique.
The typical family Christmas menu in Umbria.
Appetizers:
Chicken Liver Crostini
A simple recipe, typical of the peasant tradition in this region, widely spread and appreciated throughout Central Italy. Chicken liver pâté crostini are always present on the table, especially during the holiday season. It is an appetizer with a very distinctive flavor, slightly tangy and quite savory. The pâté is made with chicken livers and is excellent when paired with Umbrian rustic bread – known for being low in salt – lightly toasted. The warm and fragrant crostini served with this flavorful sauce pairs well with a good glass of local red wine.
Chicken Galantine
An Umbrian dish considered a classic of Christmas lunch in the regional tradition. It seems that it was usually the housewives who cooked it in exchange for money or, more often, according to simple barter rules, for other essential products. It can be reasonably assumed that not only did every town, fortress, or village exhibit its own galantine recipe, claiming it to be the best, but every woman or man who ventured into the task had their own personal interpretation. This stuffed chicken terrine is both majestic, intimidating, and instructive. We could consider it a kind of relic of “synthetic” cuisine, as it puts everything (literally everything) together. It’s also a bit like a Chinese puzzle box, as each element is skillfully fitted inside the other. It starts with the chicken, deboned and gutted. The outer layer is filled with meat (chicken, beef, salted tongue, ground pork), eggs, mortadella (but also ham and lard), pistachios, cream, truffles. The resulting food chimera is secured with sturdy strings (twine), cooked in broth, and, once cooled, served in slices with chicken jelly.
First Course:
Cappelletti in Broth
Homemade cappelletti are a must during the Christmas holidays in Umbria. These small ravioli filled with beef and pork are cooked and served in a rich broth, providing warmth and comfort to diners during the cold winter days.
Second Course:
Stewed Capon
It is a castrated rooster cooked slowly in a rich sauce based on red wine and aromas such as rosemary and bay leaves. The capon is marinated with garlic, white wine, and herbs before cooking. Often accompanied by side dishes like mashed potatoes, Stewed Capon represents Umbrian culinary tradition, offering a tasty dish symbolizing conviviality.
Desserts:
Panpepato
Panpepato is one of the most beloved Christmas delicacies in Umbria. A mixture of nuts, almonds, candied fruit, honey, chocolate, and a myriad of spices, this sweet recalls the Sienese panforte but with a unique Umbrian touch. It is a true explosion of Christmas flavors that delights the senses.
Torciglione
Among the typical Umbrian Christmas sweets, there is one with a very particular shape: torciglione. Its origins are still uncertain: some claim that its shape resembles a lake eel, others that of a snake. Regardless of its history, it is a famous sweet throughout the region, with various versions that can vary in dosage or the presence of certain ingredients, but especially in the final decorations, leaving ample space for creativity.
Rocciata
A traditional sweet during the winter holiday period (from early November to Carnival), mainly prepared at Christmas, roc- ciata is a typical recipe of Foligno, Assisi, and Spello. Its spiral shape resembles that of a snake coiled upon itself, and its red color is given by alchermes. Inside the dough, a rich filling of cooked apples with walnuts, almonds, pine nuts, dried figs, raisins, and chocolate. Naturally, there are variations based on the area and family traditions, which usually remain secret!
Pinoccata
Traditional Christmas sweets in Perugia, pinoccate are packaged in colorful and festive papers that brighten shop windows, gift baskets, and tables. It seems that these sweets were in use among Benedictine monks since the 14th century and were still consumed at the end of lavish Christmas lunches in the late 18th century.
Almost exclusive to the Umbrian capital, this sweet owes its name, known in variations such as pinoccati, pinocchiati, pinoccate, and pinocchiate, to pine nuts, formerly more frequently called pinocchi, which constitute its main ingredient and give it an unusual and spicy taste. It consists of a mixture composed only of water and sugar boiled until obtaining a thick syrup, in which a quantity of pine nuts almost equivalent to that of sugar is immersed. On half of the dough, from which many small diamonds will then be drawn, cocoa is added, useful to dampen the excessive sweet taste and also to diversify these products, then wrapped in pairs: one white and the other black.
The contrast between the two colors seems to evoke medieval decorative taste when very distant colors were approached, a taste found in architecture, decorative arts, but also in coats of arms, shields, banners, and banners (not to mention games – from checkers to chess – and city factions like whites and blacks). The packaging with which the sweet is presented seems to refer to the same medieval and Renaissance world: wrapped in paper as if it were a large candy, it is similar to those “throwing sweets” that were actually thrown during mock battles between knights and in tournaments of the feasts of those distant times.

The Story of the Nativity Scene of Saint Francis
Umbria is a land of ancient traditions and deep spirituality. In today’s Christmas-flavored article, we will delve into one of the most significant traditions: the Nativity Scene of Saint Francis of Assisi. This sacred representation is a testament to Umbria’s cultural and religious heritage, an icon of faith and devotion that attracts visitors from around the world.
The Birth of the Nativity Scene of Saint Francis The Nativity Scene of Saint Francis has ancient roots dating back to the 13th century. The story goes that in 1223, Saint Francis of Assisi, the Patron Saint of Italy and founder of the Franciscan order, created the first living representation of the Nativity Scene in the Umbrian town of Greccio. This year marks the eight hundredth anniversary of the first representation. The Nativity Scene was a true gift to the birth of Jesus Christ, and Saint Francis thus initiated a tradition that has lasted for centuries throughout Italy and beyond.
The representation of the Nativity Scene in Greccio was conceived by Saint Francis as a humble cave, with a worn-out manger, and at its center, the Saint with his prayers, hymns to life, holy songs, and his profound devotion. It is in this atmosphere that the Baby Jesus makes His presence known.
Today, as in the past, the Nativity Scene is not just an artistic representation but also a powerful spiritual symbol. It embodies humility, simplicity, and the love that Saint Francis had for the child Jesus. This tradition encapsulates the essence of the Christian faith and the importance of reflecting on the true values of Christmas: love, compassion, and sharing.
The Magic of the Umbrian Nativity Scene Every year, during the Christmas season, the small villages and cities of Umbria come alive with the magic of the Nativity Scene of Saint Francis. Streets are filled with sparkling lights, Christmas music, and the air is filled with the scent of roasted chestnuts and mulled wine. Citizens passionately dedicate themselves to creating intricate and detailed scenarios depicting the nativity. Houses, streets, and squares are transformed into real living paintings, capturing the attention and admiration of residents and tourists.
The Umbrian Nativity Scene stands out for its authenticity and attention to detail, capturing the essence of daily life at the time. The figurines, skillfully crafted by local artisans, are often handmade and painted with vibrant colors, lending the Nativity Scene a touching realism.
Visiting Umbria During the Christmas Season For anyone wanting to live this unique experience, visiting Umbria during the Christmas season is an unforgettable adventure. In addition to contemplating the wonderful Nativity Scenes of Saint Francis and the living nativities in various historical and medieval villages, there are scattered Santa Claus Markets in picturesque locations such as Perugia’s Rocca Paolina, or the world’s largest Christmas tree in Gubbio or the world’s largest Christmas tree on the water of Lake Trasimeno.
Don’t miss these fantastic events; we look forward to welcoming you for your Christmas in Umbria!

The Largest Tree in the World in Gubbio
Officially, the date of birth of the project and the construction of the tree that lies on the gentle slopes of Monte Igino in Gubbio dates back to 1891, receiving in 1991 the Guinness Book of Records as the largest Christmas tree in the world.
Today, as per the thirty-year tradition, the largest tree in the world of Gubbio is lit at the beginning of December and turned off on the second Sunday of January.
It is certainly among the most impactful Christmas attractions not only for Umbria, arriving to welcome visitors who flock to admire the largest tree in the world from all over Italy and abroad.
Located along the slopes of Monte Igino, it is made up of about 800 lights powered by renewable sources and therefore not only a project with a great tourist impact but also an eco-sustainable one.
The Tree of Gubbio is 450 meters wide and 750 high and measures 13,000 square meters, reaching the Basilica of Sant’Ubaldo on the top of the mountain.
Gubbio’s Christmas
The Committee which since 1992 (the year of its legal foundation) has been involved in the creation of the Tree and in a certain sense also in the tourist promotion of the city of Gubbio at Christmas, is dedicated, and takes its name, to Mario Santini, the creator of the project. Every year the Tree is lit by important personalities such as that of Pope Francis but also by important “places” such as in 2017 lit by Paolo Nespoli directly from the Space.
Gubbio and the Magic of Christmas can be accessed not only with the lights of the largest tree in the world, with its charm, its majesty, attracting the curiosity of the little ones and the wonder of the grown-ups, but it is adorned with the Christmas atmosphere also thanks to the Christmas Land initiative with markets, the tour on Santa’s train, Santa’s Village and many themed initiatives.

On the Trail of the Templars in Gubbio
On the Trail of the Templars in Gubbio
Starting from Euro 149,00 per person
1st day – GUBBIO
Arrival and accommodation in Gubbio. Gubbio is not only one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Umbria, also known by its Roman name Iguvium, rich in history, monuments, and architectural wonders, but due to its strategic location and historical significance, it became a major center for the Templars in Italy: a crucial crossroads for travelers and pilgrims heading to Rome, playing a key role in the Templar settlement network.
A guided tour on the Gubbio Express, a rubber-tire train with audio-video guide, will be your guide to discovering the city’s history, including the Palazzo dei Consoli, the Palazzo Pretorio, and all the urban wonders.
Lunch on your own.
History tells us that the Templars’ Inquisition trial was inaugurated right here in Gubbio, in the Church of Santa Croce della Foce.
Dinner on your own and overnight stay in Gubbio.
2nd day – GUBBIO – COSTACCIARO
After breakfast, take the charming cable car ride to the top of Mount Ingino, reaching 850 meters, where the Basilica of Sant’Ubaldo stands. Inside an urn made of bronze, the remains of the saint, the Patron Saint of Gubbio, are preserved. The fascination of the Corsa dei Ceri, which culminates here, revolves around the Basilica. This event is celebrated every year on May 15th in honor of Sant’Ubaldo.
Once descended from Mount Ingino, a visit to the remains of the ancient Roman theater, dating back to 20 B.C., and the artifacts of the Antiquarium is a must to learn about the customs and culture of Roman Gubbio.
Lunch on your own.
In the afternoon, travel to Costacciaro, where not only the access point to the Monte Cucco Regional Park is located, characterized by the strong presence of the Templars, with Sigillo being rich in evidence of stones marked with the Templar Cross, but also the Church of San Francesco, another testament to the Templars’ passage.
Dinner on your own and overnight stay in Gubbio.
3rd day – VALFABBRICA
Before leaving Gubbio and Umbria, we suggest a visit to the Templar Castle of Casa Castalda in Valfabbrica, rich in evidence of the Knights Templar from the 12th to the 14th century, under the symbol of the patent cross of the Militia Templi, the identifier of the Order of the Knights of the Temple of Jerusalem.
Our best offer is starting from € 149,00 per person
The rate is per person and includes:
- 6 nights accommodation in a double room with half board
- Transfer services from Assisi to La Verna, from Pieve Santo Stefano to Citerna, from Città di Castello to Pietralunga
- Gubbio Express
- Pilgrim Credential
- Assistance and Europ Assistance insurance
The rate does not include:
- Extras, tips and offers
- Lunches
- Luggage transport with the exception of the stages served by private transfer
- Means of transport
- City tax where introduced by the Municipality of reference
- Anything not expressly indicated in “the rate includes”
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The Way of Francis from the north by foot
The Way of Francis from the north by foot
Starting from Euro 799,00 per person
1st day
ASSISI – SANCTUARY OF VERNA – PIEVE SANTO STEFANO (about 15 km – AVERAGE 5 HOURS)
Arrival in Assisi independently in the morning.
Our suggestion is to leave the car and find it again on the last day.
Transfer with one of our drivers towards the Sanctuary of La Verna. From here you start the walk in the direction of Pieve Santo Stefano.
Accommodation in the facility, dinner and overnight stay
2nd day
CITERNA – CITTA DI CASTELLO (about 20 km – MEDIUM – 7 HOURS)
In the morning after breakfast, transfer with one of our drivers from the Pieve Santo Stefano structure to the starting point of Citerna.
From here the path leads us to Città di Castello.
Accommodation in the facility, dinner and overnight stay
3rd day
PIETRALUNGA – GUBBIO (about 26 km – MEDIUM – 8 HOURS)
In the morning after breakfast, transfer with one of our drivers from the Città di Castello structure to the starting point in Pietralunga.
From here the path continues up to Gubbio
Accommodation in the facility, dinner and overnight stay
4th day
GUBBIO – VALFABBRICA (about 30 km – MEDIUM/DIFFICULT – 8 HOURS)
In the morning sightseeing tour of the city with the Gubbio Express
Continuation towards Valfabbrica
Accommodation in the facility, dinner and overnight stay
5th day – VALFABBRICA – ASSISI (about 15 km – EASY – 5 HOURS)
After breakfast we leave for the last journey of the journey which will lead to our destination: Assisi.
Accommodation in the facility, dinner and overnight stay
6th day – ASSISI
Morning dedicated to the discovery of Assisi
Notes
Every evening of the itinerary, overnight accommodation is provided in facilities such as the Pilgrim’s Refectory of the Santuario de La Verna, 3/2 star hotels, farmhouses and guest houses, along the route of Via di Francesco who have availability therefore guaranteeing overnight stay and dinner in the structure every night.
As regards the two trips that we normally feel like suggesting by car between Pieve Santo Stefano – Citerna and between Città di Castello – Pietralunga, they are included because the route, according to the many who have traveled the route is demanding and above all because it would force them to add two further overnight stays.
Our best offer is starting from €799.00 per person
The rate is per person and includes:
- 5 nights accommodation in a double room with half board (drinks included)
- Transfer services from Assisi to La Verna, from Pieve Santo Stefano to Citerna, from Città di Castello to Pietralunga
- Gubbio Express
- Pilgrim’s Credential
- Europ Assistance insurance
The rate does not include:
- Extras, tips and offers
- Lunches
- Luggage transport with the exception of the stages served by private transfer
- Means of transport
- City tax where introduced by the relevant municipality
- Anything not expressly indicated in the item “the rate includes”
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