Adventure Itinerary
6 days of adventure and on the 7th day, we rest
Day 1 – Arrival and relaxing walk.
Arrival at Rome Fiumcino airport and transport to the villa where you can take a walk around the grounds and relax to prepare for your week of adventures. Welcome meal and adventure introduction.
Day 2 - Hot air ballooning over Lake Trasimeno
Experience the wonders of Lake Trasimeno in a hot air balloon that will gently fly you over Lago Trasimeno. Afterwards, we will visit some of the lakeside towns, including Castiglione del Lago to visit la Rocca (the fort) and the castle, learning about its history as we gaze at the breathtaking view. Strolling through the town itself, the shop owners will offer you salami and cheese to taste along the one main streetway of the town until we shortly reach the end where we will enjoy our farewell meal.
Day 3 – Rafting – Marmore Waterfalls
Beneath the Marmore waterfalls, there is an ideal place for rafting: a fabulous descent of rapids where the Nera river bubbles over the rocks for over three kilometers, forming fourth degree rapids (on a scale from 1 to 6), surrounded by lush vegetation, in a beautiful tropical-like setting. No particular skills are required: one must simply be a good swimmer and be in good health.
You will be given a wetsuit, a lifesaver, and a helmet (all required), as well as a theory-practice lesson.
The rapids are right beneath the Marmore falls, the tallest in Europe. Each raft accommodates six people plus the licensed guide who gives instructions during the descent, which lasts about one hour. If the group prefers, we can do a more relaxed rafting further away from the falls, simply request what you prefer.
Also on day 3 – Hiking and Boating – Lake Piediluco
Piediluco is the second largest lake in the peninsula of Italy and the fifth largest in the country. From it’s palm, or center, are about five fingers, each offering a spectacular view from a different perspective. We will go by boat to different parts of the lake where we will descend the boat for a couple of hikes, one of which leaves us at an abandoned sanctuary at the top of the mountain.
The lake is most known for kayaking as there is an annual kayaking event that brings participants from around the world. For the kayakers in the group, we can organize some rowing for you. For those that want to kick back or stay on land, there are beaches, a small beach town, and lots of colle (hills or mountains) to hike.
Day 4 – Horseback riding – Valnerina
The Valnerina is the valley of the Nera River in the zone of the Sibilline Mountains, and it is a national reserve park containing nature’s wonders with a few little towns here and there. The horses are well trained, well groomed, and very healthy and happy to take you around the countryside, lush with greenery and wildlife as well as historical monuments and sanctuaries tucked away amongst the hills and trees.
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Day 5 – Trekking (or snow shoeing in the winter) in the National Park of Monte Sibilini – Castelluccio di Norcia
Castelluccio is a hillside ‘borgo’ or village dating from the 1300s and it rests at an altitude of 1452 meters, making it the highest settlement in the Apennine Mountains. Your trek will go well above and beyond that point, leaving you high above to admire the “Great Plain” (Piano Grande – 1270 m), next to the Monti Sibillini National Park. If you come in the Spring you can admire the flower-filled plain and if you come in the winter we will go snow-shoeing instead of trekking, but anytime of year it is absolutely beautiful!
Day 6 – Vineyard Hopping by Bicycle – Montefalco
Montefalco is the ‘wine country’ of Umbria and is known for it’s vino rosso of Montefalco as well as the all-famous, full-bodied Sagrantino wine which has two varieties, one dry and one sweet. White wine drinkers, don’t worry, you will enjoy the Umbrian Grecchetto which is light and refreshing! If you don’t drink, all the better for your bike ride, I imagine…smiles. Your bikeride will take you to 3 vineyards and one or two towns and will keep you surrounded by vineyards and the Umbrian hillsides in the distance all around you. A great fun last adventure!
Day 7 – Day of Rest
Not tired yet? Your bikes will be available the last day as well and a short daytrip to a nearby town will be offered in the late morning with a return after lunch. Or you can just hang out and relax at the villa all day, take in a massage, use the pool if the weather permits and just enjoy yourself leisurely! A farewell meal is included!
Day 8 – ‘Arrivederci’, which literally means: to see each other again! Smiles.
The itinerary is subject to change to accommodate the weather, festivals, or special needs of the guests – you.
If you have a concern or a request, please ask. Aside from not having to travel around in a herd, accommodating requests is another bonus of a private tour.
Price: euro 2770 per person/double occupancy; euro 200 supplement singles
Included:
• airport transfers in a private climate-controlled van
..(with water, spirits, and snacks)
• 7 nights accommodation at a villa
• guided tours explaining the art and history along the way
• welcome lunch
• goodbye meal
• costs involved in adventures
• any entry tickets
• wine tastings
• ‘un bel divertamento’ (lots of fun!)
• special Marena treats!
• A True Italian Experience
Not included:
• airline ticket (but Marena will help you to find a good ticket)
• meals not mentioned above
• gratuities
• insurance required (see insurance link)
