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Assisi and s. Francis Basilica’s Day Tour from Rome

About this experience

During our Assisi Day Tour you’ll have the chance to learn more about the history of S. Francis and of the Christian world. Your English-speaking driver will pick you up at your accommodation and will take you directly in Assisi at the meeting point with your private licensed tour guide, who will guide you around for a 2hrs visit of one of the most famous Christian locations of Italy. This is a wonderful and peaceful experiences, where you will regenerate all your sense. Umbria region is also an important destination for food and wine lovers, so in Assisi you’ll have also the chance to taste the local dishes and the famous delicious wine! The view of the countryside from Assisi hill will leave you breath-taking. During the Basilica’s tour you’ll discover many and many hidden churches, paintings, sculptures and piece of arts… and obviously you’ll have a deep internal visit of St. Francis Basilica!

At a glance

  • Duration: 9 hr
  • Private experience

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tickets to enter S. Francis Basilica
  • English-speaking Driver
  • Guided tour of Assisi with an English-speaking Licensed Tour Guide 2 hours and 30 minutes

Not included

  • Any extra tickets to enter attraction
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Itinerary and highlights

Your day tour will begin when your English-Speaking Driver will pick you up directly at your accommodation In Rome. You will be chauffeured to the gorgeous town of Assisi, hometown of S. Francesco.

At your arrival in Assisi, you’ll meet your English-speaking licensed tour guide. You will embark in a guided towards the most magical Basilicas and locations of Assisi. The religious town known as the birthplace of Saint Francis has beautiful churches including the Saint Francis Basilica where the Saint’s remains are kept, and is also home to intricate frescoes painted by Giotto and Cimabue. With your guide, you’ll enter inside the Basilica and you’ll be amused by the beauty and the peace of this place. Have a look to the Basilica of Santa Chiara, you’ll reach Piazza del Comune with Minerva Temple. You’ll have an external view of Palazzo dei Priori, of the home of the father of San Frencis, many little streets, squares and medieval locations. If there is time left, have a quick stop at wonderful church of Santa Maria degli Angeli and continue your tour along the little streets of Assisi center.

Time for lunch in typical restaurant in Assisi.

Spend an hour in Assisi to have a walk in the beautiful town, relax and maybe do some shopping. You’ll have your driver at your disposal.

Meeting and pickup information

  • The pick up location of the guests is their Custom Accommodation in Rome City.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Great Italy Tour

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Available tour options

  • Pickup included

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