Between lake and hill, between art and history

1st day

Arrival in Cortona visit of the Girifalco fortress and the nearby Basilica of Santa Margherita, in the upper part of the city. Walk through the streets of the historic center, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Italy. Perched on a hill it offers a wonderful view of Lake Trasimeno. Continue to Castiglione del Lago, hotel accommodation, welcome dinner and overnight stay.

2nd day

Visit of the historic center of Castiglione del Lago, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Possibility to visit the Palazzo della Corgna and the Medieval Fortress which offers a breathtaking view of the lake.

In the afternoon, boarding from Tuoro sul Trasimeno, for navigation on the lake: you will reach Passignano, a pretty village on the shores of the lake, the Isola Maggiore, the Minor up to admire Castiglione del Lago from the water. Possibility of aperitif at sunset. Return to the hotel, and overnight.

3rd day

Departure for Città della Pieve, birthplace of Pietro Vannucci, known as Perugino, one of the greatest artists of the Italian Renaissance. Walk through the streets of the historic center between ancient buildings such as Della Corgna and ancient churches, possibility to admire the Rocca Perugina that overlooks the city.

Visit the Diocesan Museum where you can admire the "Deposition from the Cross" and the Oratory of Santa Maria dei Bianchi with the beautiful fresco "Adoration of the Magi" both by Perugino

From November to March, navigation on Lake Trasimeno could be changed.