luxury villa rental near Assisi, Gubbio, Perugia
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Just a week at Pian Di Cascina... We suggest... SUNDAY – The Caves of Frasassi- In our experience, it is best not to rush about on your first day –why not have a leisurely lie in, a relaxing breakfast and head off for the most spectacular caves most people will ever see? It is a short drive to the caves through mountainous countryside, when you arrive, book an afternoon tour in English and enjoy lunch at one of the restaurants nearby – spend the afternoon touring the caves and marvel and the wonders of nature - head back to the villa for a relaxing swim or curl up with a book... MONDAY -A day in Assisi –weekends are best avoided in summer – as Assisi gets very crowded and hot. Monday is usually a quieter day to enjoy the churches and cobbled streets of the most visited town in Italy. A must see is the basilica of San Francesco, Assisi’s patron saint – there are 2 churches, the upper, lower and a crypt. Walk back up from the church to the town square and you can reward yourself with a great gelato- in the town square. If you don’t fancy a restaurant lunch – we suggest buying filled rolls and a picnic at one of the wonderful delis in the narrow side streets of the main square. If you are feeling energetic, walk up to the Rocca Maggiore were you can enjoy a picnic lunch with a view! TUESDAY-A day in the local town of Gubbio– Tuesday is market day in Gubbio and a great time to visit. Gubbio is a wonderfully preserved medieval walled town that is authentic and still as populated by local inhabitants (not tourists) today as it was in the past. Barter with the local’s at the market – try a Panini or porcetta for breakfast or brunch, then head up from the piazza to the palazzo and the fabulous views of the cotta roofs and medieval buildings – Gubbio is often referred to as the Siena of Umbria. From the palazzo and the piazza grande –you can head further upwards and see the duomo. Break for lunch –there are several good restaurant in Gubbio – then take the Funavia (cable car) to the top of Monte Ignio for a coffee and see the basilica and for the best views of Gubbio – walk back down the road to the medieval centre. WEDNESDAY -A day in Perugia – There is much to do and see in Perugia – don’t exhaust yourself trying to do everything. If it is too hot or not so good weather, explore the wonderful museums and galleries – otherwise, Perugia is best seen on foot - take the brand new railway up to the centre of the city and walk around -see some of the the churches, medieval buildings – have lunchin one of the many good restaurants. In afternoon why not stroll down the Corso Cavour and see Umbria’s biggest church-If you are near the Piazza Italia around sixish, order an aperitivo at one of the outside tables at The Hotel Brufani, Perugia’s only five star hotel. Here you can enjoy great views, the perfect spot for watching the evening ‘passeggiata’ and complimentary nibbles that accompany your drink. (A bit on the pricey side-but a lovely Perugian experience) Complete your day with a stroll back along the Corso Vannuci –early evening is the best time to people watch, so take your time and enjoy the spectacle. As you pass through Valfabbrica on your way back from Perugia -when you are almost back to the villa – there is a great restaurant – it is well worth stopping for supper here! THURSDAY-An afternoon in Spello – Spello is one of our favourite villages. It has beautiful window boxes and flower gardens throughout the summer and offers the tourist a view of traditional village life – Spello is not a whole day’s worth of visiting unless you are really keen – so lounge around at the pool, or take a walk to one of our local villages in the morning and see Spello in the late afternoon, have an aperativo at one of the outdoor bars or go for a wine tasting at the enotecca and enjoy supper at La Cantina – you won’t regret it. FRIDAY -A picnic in the Monte Cucco National Park – a wonderful antidote to traditional sightseeing is a visit to the national park – you can drive to almost the top of Monte Cucco – if you are keen to walk you can also walk up it – otherwise you can simply park up, admire fantastic views and watch the hang gliders and para gliders take off (weather conditions permitting) – there are cattle roaming free, wild horses and views that will knock your socks off – you can take a picnic and while away the hours – or sample a plate of antipasti and pasta at one of the park restaurants – there are walks to suit most abilities if you fancy a stroll. Full directions and visiting notes along with restaurant recommendations are provided in our guest book. FAMILY REUNIONS, WEDDINGS AND GROUP HOLIDAYS Pian Di Cascina is the ideal location for a family re-union or group holiday – we often host family events such as significant Birthdays and anniversaries. We can arrange celebration cakes, festive meals and even firework displays – why not celebrate with your friends and family in style? 4 day breaks are available October – May |
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