Between Umbria and Valdichiana discover the charming villages, make workshops art, enjoy good food and relaxing in the nature.
1st day Arrival at Borgo Panicale natural terrace on Lake Trasimeno. The ancient circular castle is perched on top of a hill, preserving remains dating back to the 2nd millennium BC. Walk through the winding alleys of the historic center from Piazza San Michele, overlooking the Collegiate Church, to the Palazzo del Podestà. Relax time in the beautiful setting of Piazza Umberto I to taste a glass of wine or a coffee. Continuation to Città della Pieve, accommodation in Relais with Wellness Center. Welcome dinner and overnight.
2nd day Breakfast at the hotel. Visit of Città della Pieve, a splendid Umbrian village on the border with Tuscany, the birthplace of one of the leading exponents of the Italian Renaissance, Pietro Vannucci, known as Perugino. Walk through the streets of the historic center to discover the ancient palaces and churches that hide the artist's treasures. Entrance to the Oratory of Santa Maria dei Bianchi to admire the Adoration of the Magi and the Civic Museum of Santa Maria dei Servi. Lunch time in the village. In the early afternoon, meeting with the operator and the tour guide at the Rocca Perugina for a unique experience: the workshop on the technique of the fresco "I Paint like Perugino". At the end of the activity return to the Relais and overnight stay.
3rd day Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Visit to the glass museum of Piegaro where you can discover the ancient art of glass making and live a direct glass-fusing experience starting from grits and murrine up to make an artefact. Visit of a farm, walk through olive groves and vineyards, visit of the cellars and the mill, tasting of 4 wines paired with bruschetta with extra virgin olive oil, cold cuts and cheeses.
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The rate includes
2 nights in Relais 4 *, accommodation in a classic double room, breakfast included