Exploring Umbria…
An Authentic Italian Experience
Including 3 Days in Rome
A perfect destination for those seeking a more authentic Italian experience away from large crowds. We’ll visit the many hill towns and medieval villages that make Umbria so very special, including: Assisi; Orvieto; Spello; Spoleto; Todi; Gubbio; Montefalco; and the capital of the region, Perugia.
Umbria is an Italian region bordering Tuscany, Lazio and Le Marche. Often called the country’s green heart, it’s known for its medieval hill towns, dense forests and local cuisine, particularly foraged truffles and wines. Hilltop Perugia, the regional capital, is the site of medieval Palazzo dei Priori, housing the Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria art museum. Pedestrianized Corso Vannucci is the focus of city life. Food and wine are as much a part of Umbria’s charm as its scenery and history.
Imagine wandering ancient streets in quaint medieval villages, enjoying a leisurely coffee in the piazza. Lunch of local delicacies is commonplace…and not in a hurry. Imagine…just imagine…no crowds; no stress; just our little group surrounded by the beauty that is the green heart of Italy.
And what can we say about Rome? So many people tell us, “I’ve been to Rome”, and we say, “But not with us’! Rome is one of those cities you can go to again, and again, and again, and you still will not have seen it all.
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OUR HOTELs in Umbria and Rome
We’ll spend seven nights at Valle di Assisi, a luxurious villa, hotel and spa in the valley of Assisi. Family owned, this exquisite location is without compare in the region.
In Rome, we’ll spend three nights at Albergo Santa Chiara, famously located directly behind the Pantheon, and walking distance to everything we will be taking in.
OUR ITINERARY
We have so much in store for you, click here for more details. You’ll fly into Rome, arriving on Saturday, September 19. From the Rome airport, we’ll take the short ride to Valle di Assisi in Umbria. We’ll spend a glorious week exploring the many hill towns and medieval villages of the region. In Rome, we’ll explore the many neighborhoods that make the city so special, from Centro Storico to Trastevere to Testaccio, The Jewish Ghetto and more. And we’ll definitely feast on great food.
THE FOOD
I hope you know us well enough to know that we will be dishing up the best that the Amalfi Coast and Naples has to offer at amazing restaurants, as well as in our own kitchen. Plant-based or not, you’ll find something luscious to satisfy your desires at the table.
FEATURING CHEF PATRICK VERRE
Cooking alongside Christina, and joining you on your daily excursions is our dear friend, and exquisite plant-based chef, Patrick Verre.
Trained and schooled in France and Belgium, seasoned in NYC, Patrick’s cooking style has evolved with the trends for the last 15 years. Many years ago, he turned his head to the correlation between food and health, and a wholesome plant based lifestyle, and hasn’t looked back.
Patrick is both Cornell University and Macrobiotic Kushi Institute certified.
OUR PHOTO LIBRARY
Click here to check out some of the photos from previous trips.
RESERVATION REQUESTS & MORE INFORMATION
Call or email to sign up today: 800-266-5815 or robert@christinacooks.com
September 18, 2026 to September 29, 2026
$5,995.00 per person double occupancy
$6,295.00 per person single occupancy
(All inclusive, excluding airfare)
