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Self guided 
Walking
Saint Francis Way: from Spoleto to Assisi
UmbriaDifficulty path:Easy - Moderate
Self guided · WalkingDuration: 6 daysCode: ws063
from 500 €
Highlights
The Way of Saint Francis is not just a route, but an experience of the soul: following in the footsteps of Saint Francis means crossing landscapes that speak of history and spirituality.
From Spoleto to Assisi, the path will guide you through the gentle hills and ancient olive groves of Umbria, across villages suspended in time, where art, history, and devotion intertwine.
Every step becomes an emotional encounter with the lush nature of the Umbrian valley, with the traces left by the Saint in places that have preserved his teachings, and with the aromas of a simple cuisine capable of touching the heart.
The Way of Saint Francis is an invitation to slow down, to listen to nature, and to be moved by simplicity.
Are you ready to experience a journey that nourishes the spirit and enlightens the soul?
From Spoleto to Assisi, the path will guide you through the gentle hills and ancient olive groves of Umbria, across villages suspended in time, where art, history, and devotion intertwine.
Every step becomes an emotional encounter with the lush nature of the Umbrian valley, with the traces left by the Saint in places that have preserved his teachings, and with the aromas of a simple cuisine capable of touching the heart.
The Way of Saint Francis is an invitation to slow down, to listen to nature, and to be moved by simplicity.
Are you ready to experience a journey that nourishes the spirit and enlightens the soul?
- The charm of the Hermitage of the Larks: between legend and spirituality
- In the footsteps of Francis: among the places of the soul
- The enchanting Umbrian hills: in the green heart of Italy
- Assisi: where faith and beauty meet
- The exquisite Umbrian cuisine: authentic flavors that speak to the heart
Program
Day1
Welcome to Spoleto
Spoleto will welcome you with a perfect blend of art, spirituality, and nature. An open-air museum well worth visiting, where you can begin to breathe in the spiritual atmosphere of the Way of Saint Francis.
Let yourself be enchanted by the simplicity of Spoleto, with its slow pace and a horizon shaped by the majesty of its monuments and the unspoiled nature that surrounds it.
While waiting to reach Assisi, you can celebrate your arrival in the heart of Umbria with a good dinner. A tip? Black truffle reigns supreme in the local gastronomy.
Day2
From Spoleto to Campello Alto
19km, +657 m, -550 m
Begin your journey today along the Way of Saint Francis, a spiritual path through the places dear to the patron saint of Italy. Accompanied by the beauty of olive groves covering the Umbrian hills, you will cross silent landscapes in a perfect balance between history and spirituality.
You will continue along secondary roads, surrounded by ancient oaks that offer their precious shade.
You will arrive in Campello Alto, an ancient village nestled among the hills, where you can rejuvenate both body and mind. Here, time seems to flow more slowly. Life in the village is still tied to the rhythms of the surrounding countryside—an invitation to rediscover the deep connection between humanity and nature.
Day3
From Campello Alto to Trevi
10 km, +260 m, -337 m
After a delicious breakfast, you will immerse yourselves in the countryside around the town of Trevi. In one of the best-preserved areas in the heart of Umbria, you can take a break beside the dry-stone walls—an ideal moment to recharge before a short climb that will lead you to discover the Franciscan Hermitage of the Larks, where legend says Francis once passed.
The scents and flavors of nature will accompany you all the way to Trevi, a charming town overlooking the classic Umbrian landscape. To fully appreciate the history and traditions of this place, we recommend visiting the Museum of Olive Oil Civilization, housed within the San Francesco Museum Complex.
Day4
From Trevi to Foligno
13 km, +118 m, -297 m
Leaving the historic center of Trevi behind, you will धीरे descend into the valley along the characteristic olive terraces. At the crossroads, charming roadside shrines will symbolically guide you toward Assisi.
In a short time, you will reach Porta Romana, marking your arrival in Foligno. The elegant Corso Cavour will lead you to the main square, where you can admire the charm of the Cathedral of San Feliciano. Here, a plaque recalls when a young Francis—still a merchant—restored the Church of San Damiano using the proceeds from selling his father’s fabrics right in this very place.
Day5
From Foligno to Assisi
20km, +410 m, -270 m
The big day of your arrival in Assisi has come, but the surrounding landscape invites you to slow your pace and fully enjoy the journey. From the Cathedral of Foligno, you will reach the Church of San Giacomo, the patron saint of pilgrims, located in the square of the same name. From here, the route winds along secondary roads that will lead you to Spello.
After passing through the monumental Porta Consolare, this enchanting town will welcome you with its refined flower-lined alleys and its still clearly visible Roman soul. Leave Spello through Porta Montanara and reach the slopes of Mount Subasio by following the Olive Tree Path.
Here you are, Assisi has been reached! After a short climb, you will first arrive at the Basilica of Saint Francis.
Day6
Arrivederci Assisi
After breakfast, end of services.
The journey through the places of Francis is finally complete.
We recommend dedicating this day to visiting Assisi, a city where historical and artistic heritage blends with spirituality, making it a true “sanctuary city.”
Tour programme variations
Due to organizational reasons, weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during the holiday.
Along the way you may find temporary deviations (for example road works) which cannot be foreseen; in this case each walker can decide autonomously how to deal with these stretches.
What's included
Our offer includes
- 5 nights with breakfast in double room
- Luggage transportation hotel to hotel (1 per person)
- Pilgrim's Credential
- Travel App (maps, tracks, route notes)
- Phone assistance 08:00-20:00
Not included
- Transfer IN and Transfer OUT
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance fees and tips
- Hotel tourist taxes
- Insurance and what's not listed as Included
Departures and prices
Low Season20/03/2026 => 30/04/2026
Standard500 € /p
Mid Season01/05/2026 => 30/09/2026
Standard530 € /p
Low Season01/10/2026 => 10/11/2026
Standard500 € /p
Supplements per person
Single Room | Low Season
Standard250 € /p
Single Room | Mid Season
Standard290 € /p
Solo traveller
Standard220 € /p
Other Information
Grade
The itinerary along the Way of Saint Francis in Umbria is suitable for anyone with excellent training in walking long distances. The length of the stages ranges from a minimum of 10 km to a maximum of 20 km, with elevation changes and routes of medium difficulty, and walking times between 3 and 6 hours.
The hikes mostly follow unpaved trails, including wooded areas and country roads, with a few rare but essential sections along busy roads.
It is recommended to wear comfortable trekking shoes, trekking poles (strongly recommended), a hat, water, sunscreen, and a rain jacket in case of bad weather.
Accomodations & Meals
Overnight stays in selected, centrally located B&Bs, 3-star hotels, and agriturismos.
All rooms are ensuite.
- 1 night in Spoleto
- 1 night in Campello Alto
- 1 night in Trevi
- 1 night in Foligno
- 1 night in Assisi
5 breakfasts included.
Support
→ We will take care of your luggage while you are walking.
For the whole duration of your tour, you can contact our assistance numbers.
Travel documents
A few days before departure you will receive by email the Service List with instructions for using the Travel App.
Upon your arrival, ask at reception for the info pack with:
- updated Service List;
- luggage Labels;
- Pilgrim's Credential.
Arrival and Departure
Getting there
Spoleto is easily accessible by train, car, and plane.
BY TRAIN. Spoleto has a central railway station with direct trains from Rome and Florence. For updates on cancellations, added stops, delays, route changes, and other useful travel information on Trenitalia services, consult viaggiatreno. Note: on public holidays there are no trains, only a few buses.
BY PLANE. The nearest airport is “San Francesco d’Assisi” Airport in Perugia, about 60 km away. From there, you can take an Umbria Mobilità bus that takes about 1.5 hours to reach Spoleto. Other airports include Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and Rome Ciampino (CIA), about 150 km away. From there, you can continue by train.
BY CAR. Spoleto can be reached via the A1 Milan–Florence–Rome–Naples motorway and the A14 Bologna–Taranto motorway.Google.maps.com can be helpful.
→ If you prefer to travel in total comfort, you can book a private transfer for your arrival and departure days.