Wilderness Travel 2017 Catalog of Adventures

Great Hikes & Cuisine of Umbria and Le Marche PERUGIA, MONTEFALCO, SPOLETO, AND NORCIA

Blessed with rich culinary traditions and picturesque medieval hilltowns set above a verdant countryside, Umbria and Le Marche are the perfect destination for a culinary hiking adventure. From the winding, cobblestone streets of Perugia in the heart of Umbria to rolling hills stretching to the Adriatic Sea, our trails lead you to tranquil lakes, spectacular vineyards, and ancient travertine- colored towns steeped in history. We’ve timed these trips in harmony with the spring and fall seasons for the peak of wildflowers blooms and the olive harvest. Along the way, learn to cook traditional Italian dishes, visit a chocolate maker, taste award-winning wines from small- production vineyards, savor local delicacies including divine truffle risotto and exceptional seafood fresh from the sea, and sample olive oils—some of the best in Italy are produced here!

Days 1-2 Perugia / Lago di Trasimeno / Spello From Perugia, we hike a forested trail to serene Lago di Trasimeno. We explore the lovely hilltown of Spello, known for its excellent olive oil, and enjoy a tasting at an olive mill. Days 3-4 Montefalco / Bevagna / Spoleto We hike through Montefalco’s picturesque vineyards and visit a winery to sip the once-sacred Sagrantino di Montefalco—wine created by monks in the 1800s for church celebrations. Explore the Roman city of Bevagna before heading to Spoleto, where we hike along an ancient Roman aqueduct. Days 5-6 Norcia / Castelluccio Norcia is known for its culinary delights, including savory salamis and cheeses, and we’ll try our hand at creating local dishes at our own cooking class. Our spring departure witnesses the wildflowers in Castelluccio, while our fall trip is timed for the truffle, olive, and grape harvests, all quintessential Italian traditions. Days 7-10 Colli del Tronto / Parco del Conero From Colli del Tronto, our hike leads to a small vineyard and winery where we taste their award-winning vintages. After a gorgeous coastal hike, we enjoy a boat ride tracing the edge of the Adriatic Sea. In Portonova, we stay in a seaside hotel that was once a Napoleonic fort. Depart on Day 10.

MAURIZIO RELLINI

HIGHLIGHTS • Discover the cuisines of two of Italy’s renowned regions: Umbria and Le Marche • Hike through medieval towns and villages that offer spectacular views • Meet local winemakers and taste wine from celebrated regions including the award-winning Kurni by Oasi Degli Angeli in Cupra Marittima • Enjoy an authentic Italian cooking class and sample world-class olive oils and delicacies like black truffles and salumi DETAILS • 10-day trip begins in Perugia and ends in Ancona • 9 nights 4- and 5-star inns, villas, and hotels • All meals included except two dinners

The villages of Umbria and Le Marche shelter some of Italy’s most enduring culinary traditions, along with stunning art and architecture.

DATES May 9-18, 2017 Sep 26-Oct 5

TRIP COST $5095 (11-15 members) $5595 (6-10 members) Single supplement: $920

TRIP LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A mix of daily walks and hikes, 3-4 hours a day, van support

WWW.WILDERNESSTRAVEL.COM/TRIPS/EUROPE 33