The Way of St. Francis
Walk the ancient road to Assisi.
The Northern Way of St Francis
Walk the Northern Way of St. Francis through the heart of Umbria, following six established legs of the centuries-old pilgrimage route from the Upper Tiber Valley toward Assisi. Each day, a private driver takes you to the start of your chosen route and meets you at the finish, returning you to Hotel Fortebraccio in Montone, your home base for the entire journey. Unpack once, settle in, and let us handle the transportation while you focus on the trail.
Your stay includes airport transfers, a complimentary massage, breakfast each morning, a packed lunch for the trail, and a locally crafted dinner each evening, along with full access to the spa and pool. The six-leg experience can also be extended to twelve legs for those who wish to complete the full Northern Way to Assisi.
Make it more than a week in Umbria.
Add a few days in Rome before your stay or Venice afterward and turn your Umbria experience into a longer Italian adventure.
Arrive in Umbria
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Into the Land of St. Francis
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Through the Umbrian Hills
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Toward Gubbio
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A Day to Recover
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Into the Forests of St. Francis
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Across the Chiascio Hills
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The Final Steps to Assisi
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Depart Umbria
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What's Included
8-Night Stay
8 nights at Hotel Fortebraccio & SPA in Montone, your home base throughout the journey.
The Way of St. Francis
Six established legs of the Northern Way through Umbria, with daily transportation to the trailhead and pickup at the end of each day's walk.
Hotel Amenities
Full access to the pool, spa, sauna, gym, e-bikes, Vespa, and classic Topolino, plus a complimentary massage.
Private Driver & Airport Transfers
Private transportation throughout the experience, including airport transfers from Rome Fiumicino (FCO) or Florence Airport (FLR).
Food & Drink
Daily breakfast, complimentary coffee, soda, and water at the hotel bar. A packed lunch for the trail, and a warm dinner each evening.
Bar Braccio
A complimentary glass of wine during daily happy hour at Bar Braccio.
One Signature Experience
Relax and recharge on your day off with one of our signature experiences:
Hot air balloon ride
Truffle hunt
Italian cooking class
Perugia Chocolate Experience
Cantina Blasi winery tour & Grand Feast lunch
Private Deruta tour with hands-on ceramics experience
Florence or Siena with a private city tour
What's Not Included
Alcohol Beyond Happy Hour
One glass of wine during daily Bar Braccio happy hour is included. Additional alcoholic beverages are not included.
Flights
Airfare to and from Italy is not included. Airport transfers from Rome Fiumicino (FCO) or Florence Airport (FLR) are included.
Personal Expenses
Personal purchases, souvenirs, additional beverages, and other expenses outside the included experiences and amenities are not included.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included. We recommend coverage that protects your trip investment and provides medical and travel assistance.
Extend Your Italian Journey
Make your trip even more memorable with a few extra days before or after your time in Umbria.
Rome (Pre-Trip)
2 Nights
Two nights exploring the Eternal City before continuing to the heart of Umbria.
What's Included
2 nights in a centrally located hotel
Private golf-cart tour of Rome
Daily breakfast
Private transfer from Rome to Montone
Venice (Post-Trip)
2 Nights
End your journey with two nights in the floating city.
What's Included
2 nights in a centrally located hotel
Private boat experience through the Venetian canals
Daily breakfast
Private transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport for departure
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Your Stay at Hotel Fortebraccio
Set just beyond the medieval walls of Montone, recognized as one of Italy’s Borghi più belli d’Italia (Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages), Hotel Fortebraccio is a boutique hotel that pairs comfortable luxury with the character of a historic Umbrian town. Perched above the Upper Tiber Valley, the hotel looks across rolling hills and farmland below, with birds circling overhead and the countryside stretching into the distance. Enjoy daily breakfast, the panoramic pool and spa, and explore the surrounding hills by Vespa, Topolino, or e-bike - all from a beautiful home base in the heart of Umbria.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days of the Way of St. Francis are included?
This experience includes six established legs of the Northern Way of St. Francis, with transportation provided to and from each day's hiking route.
Can I complete all twelve legs?
Yes. The Northern Way through Umbria consists of 12 established legs. The experience is priced for six; guests wishing to complete all twelve can book two consecutive experiences, subject to availability.
How difficult is the walk?
This is a difficult route that includes hills, uneven terrain, and sustained walking, with distances varying by leg. Guests should be comfortable hiking on isolated trail settings for several hours each day.
Where do we stay?
Hotel Fortebraccio & SPA in Montone serves as your home base for the entire experience. You return to the hotel each evening rather than changing accommodations along the route.
How does transportation work?
Your private driver takes you from Montone to each day's starting point and meets you at the end of the walk, returning you to the hotel. Airport transfers from FCO or Florence Airport are also included.
What do we eat during the hiking days?
Breakfast is served at the hotel each morning, a packed lunch travels with you on the trail, and dinner awaits at the hotel each evening.
What happens if I don't want to hike one day?
You're welcome to take a day off and enjoy Montone and the hotel's amenities.