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Exploring Umbria off-the-beaten path...through treasures that can only truly be appreciated up close - on two feet and two wheels. Our Family Adventure begins with leisurely walks through vineyards, along centuries old footpaths and into tiny hamlets frozen in time. Our adventure continues, biking from village to village, through olive groves and lush green farmland. Art and history abound and we are free to stop into the churches for a glimpse of the glorious past, or linger in the villages, enjoy a cappuccino in the piazza, taste-test artisan olive oils and sip the local vino...a true slice of the Umbrian way of life - by foot and by bike.
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• Biking through olive groves and vineyards
• Walking through the vineyards of Montefalco
• Visting the medieval paper maker just around the corner of our inn
• Wandering the narrow streets of Assisi and Spello
• Tasting extra virgin Umbrian olive oils at the agriturismo
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Highlights include:
Olive oil tasting with Professor Ciri, a local producer organic olive oil.
Touring the pink city of Assisi and viewing Giotto's famous frescoes.
Biking through the Lungarotti vineyards.
A private tour of Andrea's family workshop in Deruta, a center for hand-painted majolica ware.
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Hotels include:
• Villa Zuccari, a meticulously restored 16th c. villa and 4 star hotel.
• Le Tre Vaselle, a 5 star property with indoor and outdoor pools, terraces and warm hospitality.
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Dates: Jul 21-25, Aug 4-8, Jul 20-24, 2009, Aug 3-7, 2009
Length: 5 days/4 night
Level: 1 A/B
Daily Mileage: 4-12 miles walking and 15-40 miles biking on gently rolling terrain. A few hills.
Cost: $2880
Single Supplement: $500
Meals: All breakfasts, all dinner but 1; picnic lunch.
Hotels: 4 & 5 star inns.
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