Monday, June 15 • The Road to Rome
Two hill towns on the drive south
June 15 is a scenic transit day from Florence to Rome with two memorable stops. Two vans depart Via de' Martelli 8 at 8:00 am sharp with Paola.
Two hired vans depart Via de' Martelli 8 with Paola. Grab a last Florentine coffee & pastry first. Arrivederci, Firenze!
Hilltop medieval wine town. Can't drive in — walk up to Piazza Grande (~45 min, all uphill). Lunch & a glass of Vino Nobile. Details below ↓
Clifftop town with one of Italy's finest Gothic cathedrals. Optional underground caves tour. Details below ↓
Check in at Via dell'Esquilino 38, near Termini. Casual dinner and a wander through Monti. See the Roma page →
A stunning hilltop medieval town in the Val d'Orcia, famous for its Vino Nobile wine and panoramic views. Walking the main corso takes about 45 minutes — all uphill, but worth it.
The main square at the top of the hill, with the Palazzo Comunale and the duomo. The climb's reward.
Several en route up the hill — the cantinas are dug right into the tufa rock. Taste the Vino Nobile.
Panoramic views over one of the most beautiful landscapes in all of Italy.
Porchetta sandwiches and pici pasta are the local specialties.
Perched dramatically atop a volcanic tufa cliff, Orvieto is one of the most visually arresting towns in Italy. The cathedral facade is among the finest examples of Italian Gothic architecture.
The facade is jaw-dropping; go inside for the Chapel of the Madonna di San Brizio frescoes.
Guided tours of the Etruscan caves beneath the city — fascinating for kids and adults alike. ~€7/person.
Climb for 360° views of the surrounding cliffs and countryside.
The local market square — grab a coffee or gelato here.