Experience Umbria
In the location of Perugia Vecchia Relais and Farm, our guests will find a perfect balance of relaxation and fun.
Surrounded by countless woods, but very close to the most popular destinations in Umbria, it is the ideal place to organize your holiday. You can relax while walking along one of the paths adjacent to the property or you can book one of the many activities, tastings and guided tours that our concierge will recommend you.
Experience Umbria
In the location of Perugia Vecchia Relais and Farm, our guests will find a perfect balance of relaxation and fun. Surrounded by countless woods, but very close to the most popular destinations in Umbria, it is the ideal place to organize your holiday. You can relax while walking along one of the paths adjacent to the property or you can book one of the many activities, tastings and guided tours that our concierge will recommend you.
MOUNTAIN BIKE ITINERARIES
DO YOU LOVE NATURE AND SPORT? WE HAVE YOU ALL SET!
In collaboration with Perugia Vecchia Park Group, nature lovers will be able to get to know all the itineraries around Deruta, Torgiano and Bettona, combining them with the sport they prefer, whether it is MTB, Trail Running or trekking. Pick your choice.
For those who want, it is possible to rent Mountain Bikes at our facility.
For further information please contact our Concierge at info@perugiavecchia.com or check the website PERUGIAVECCHIAPARK
RAFTING ON THE NERA RIVER
RAFTING ON THE NERA RIVER
Experience Nature first hand and discover an adventure…. These are the rules of Nomad Rafting, with who we are affiliated with, so to grant you the possibility to discover the beauties of Valnerina, running on crystal waters.
Rafting on the Nera river, canoeing, adventure trails … these are just some of the activities offered by Nomad Rafting.
For further information please contact our Concierge at:
info@perugiavecchia.com
GUIDED TOUR OF PIEDILUCO LAKE
DO YOU WISH TO RELAX WHILE OBSERVING THE BEAUTIES OF NATURE? WE HAVE THE BEST OPTION FOR YOU!
We propose a Boat tour which lasts about 45 minutes during which, while navigating in a naturalistic context of remarkable beauty, historical and geographical information of the lake and the waterfall are provided. The tour leaves from the Great Velinus lake up to culminate at the construction site of the Canal of the Middle-Nera and hydroelectric plants. You will learn of the flora and fauna of the area, the folklore, the Waters festival and of the passage through the area of notorious characters like Saint Francis, Galileo Galilei and the Plenarists. Other stops along the tour will be the echo valley and various photographic stops. The tour will also pass by the Paolo D’Aloja Rowing Center, highlighting the importance of the lake in connection to sports as a regatta national ground.
For further information please contact our Concierge at: info@perugiavecchia.com
DISCOVERING THE UMBRIAN WINES
DISCOVERING THE UMBRIAN WINES
Put on the role of a winemaker to experience country life. By booking, it is possible to organize wine tastings with combinations of some typical Umbrian products in selected wineries with which we collaborate.
For further information please contact our Concierge at:
info@perugiavecchia.com
MOUNTAIN BIKE ITINERARIES
DO YOU LOVE NATURE AND SPORT? WE HAVE YOU ALL SET!
In collaboration with Perugia Vecchia Park Group, nature lovers will be able to get to know all the itineraries around Deruta, Torgiano and Bettona, combining them with the sport they prefer, whether it is MTB, Trail Running or trekking. Pick your choice.
For those who want, it is possible to rent Mountain Bikes at our facility.
For further information please contact our Concierge at info@perugiavecchia.com or check the website PERUGIAVECCHIAPARK
RAFTING ON THE NERA RIVER
RAFTING ON THE NERA RIVER
Experience Nature first hand and discover an adventure…. These are the rules of Nomad Rafting, with who we are affiliated with, so to grant you the possibility to discover the beauties of Valnerina, running on crystal waters.
Rafting on the Nera river, canoeing, adventure trails … these are just some of the activities offered by Nomad Rafting.
For further information please contact our Concierge at:
info@perugiavecchia.com
GUIDED TOUR OF PIEDILUCO LAKE
DO YOU WISH TO RELAX WHILE OBSERVING THE BEAUTIES OF NATURE? WE HAVE THE BEST OPTION FOR YOU!
We propose a Boat tour which lasts about 45 minutes during which, while navigating in a naturalistic context of remarkable beauty, historical and geographical information of the lake and the waterfall are provided. The tour leaves from the Great Velinus lake up to culminate at the construction site of the Canal of the Middle-Nera and hydroelectric plants. You will learn of the flora and fauna of the area, the folklore, the Waters festival and of the passage through the area of notorious characters like Saint Francis, Galileo Galilei and the Plenarists. Other stops along the tour will be the echo valley and various photographic stops. The tour will also pass by the Paolo D’Aloja Rowing Center, highlighting the importance of the lake in connection to sports as a regatta national ground.
For further information please contact our Concierge at:info@perugiavecchia.com
DISCOVERING THE UMBRIAN WINES
DISCOVERING THE UMBRIAN WINES
Take on the role of a winemaker to live the experience of the country life. In collaboration with Milziade Antano Winery, upon reservation, it is possible to organize wine tastings in combinations with local Umbrian products.
For further information please contact our Concierge at:
info@perugiavecchia.com
Not to miss!
For those who wish to learn about the history of the area and want to visit typical Umbrian hamlets we suggest:
Not to miss!
For those who wish to learn about the history of the area and want to visit typical Umbrian hamlets we suggest:
ASSISI SAINT FRANCESIS WOODS
ASSISI SAINT FRANCESIS WOODS
Assisi is a city of Roman origin, considered one of the most known and most important places worldwide for art history.A must see is Saint Francis woods, 64 hectares of naturalistic site salvaged and now taken care of by the FAI. Here you can visit “the third paradise”, a work created by the master Michelangelo Pistorello with 121 Trees, and also the ancient Benedictine Monastery of the Cross, you can taste the delicacies of the Osteria del Mulino, and you can go on guided tours to discover the thematic itineraries of the most important places in Assisi connected to Saint Francis.
ORVIETO
ORVIETO
Orvieto has been defined “the tall and strange city“. From a distance, especially at night, it seems to be suspended in the sky while in the daytime, it appears just leaning against the clouds. Small, tidy, welcoming, Orvieto is a destination that can’t be left out of a tour in Umbria.The Cathedral of Orvieto, one of the greatest artistic achievements of the Italian late Middle Ages.
A must see are the well di Saint Patrick, the Chapel of Saint Brice, the Cathedral Museum, the Torre del Moro, the millenary underground city and the excellent gastronomy.
PERUGIA
PERUGIA
Not far from our location, it is possible to get to know Perugia, a city of Etruscan origins, where our guests can visit the splendid Priori Palace and the National Gallery of Umbria, an Archaeological Museum full of interesting Etruscan and Roman findings and can also visit the Noble College of Exchange.UMBRIA JAZZ is the most important Italian jazz music festival which takes place annually in Perugia, in the month of July.
DERUTA AND THE ART OF CERAMICS
DERUTA AND THE ART OF CERAMICS
Deruta, the town where Perugia Vecchia is located, is known all over the world for its ceramics, an art that still preserves the most ancient and fascinating techniques.Upon reservation, it is possible to organize a tour to the Deruta Ceramics Museum, located in the historical center of the town. The museum is considered the oldest Italian Ceramics Museum and holds over 6000 pieces.
BEVAGNA AND THE GAITE
BEVAGNA AND THE GAITE
Bevagna is one of the towns which was awarded the title of Most beautiful hamlets in Italy. The town, which has maintained the medieval urban layout, is surrounded by walls with towers and gates.Very well known also for the famous GAITE MARKET, which takes place every year in June. It is one of the most important tourist events in Umbria, which focuses on the historical fidelity of what is presented to the public, such as ancient crafts and the antiques market. The central moment of the event is the medieval market which is held during the two final days. Each “Gaita” – district – sets up its own market in the streets and squares placed under its jurisdiction. A meeting place for everyone are the taverns, where you can taste medieval dishes.
MARMORE FALLS
MARMORE FALLS
The creation of the waterfall dates back to 271 BC, and is a formidable work of Roman engineering that served to facilitate the flow of the waters of the Velino river. In the compound of the falls it is possible to walk along numerous itineraries, surrounded by large specimens of willows, Holm Oaks and Alders.ASSISI SAINT FRANCESIS WOODS
ASSISI SAINT FRANCESIS WOODS
Assisi is a city of Roman origin, considered one of the most known and most important places worldwide for art history.A must see is Saint Francis woods, 64 hectares of naturalistic site salvaged and now taken care of by the FAI. Here you can visit “the third paradise”, a work created by the master Michelangelo Pistorello with 121 Trees, and also the ancient Benedictine Monastery of the Cross, you can taste the delicacies of the Osteria del Mulino, and you can go on guided tours to discover the thematic itineraries of the most important places in Assisi connected to Saint Francis.
ORVIETO
ORVIETO
Orvieto has been defined “the tall and strange city“. From a distance, especially at night, it seems to be suspended in the sky while in the daytime, it appears just leaning against the clouds. Small, tidy, welcoming, Orvieto is a destination that can’t be left out of a tour in Umbria.The Cathedral of Orvieto, one of the greatest artistic achievements of the Italian late Middle Ages.
A must see are the well di Saint Patrick, the Chapel of Saint Brice, the Cathedral Museum, the Torre del Moro, the millenary underground city and the excellent gastronomy.
PERUGIA
PERUGIA
Not far from our location, it is possible to get to know Perugia, a city of Etruscan origins, where our guests can visit the splendid Priori Palace and the National Gallery of Umbria, an Archaeological Museum full of interesting Etruscan and Roman findings and can also visit the Noble College of Exchange.UMBRIA JAZZ is the most important Italian jazz music festival which takes place annually in Perugia, in the month of July.
DERUTA AND THE ART OF CERAMICS
DERUTA AND THE ART OF CERAMICS
Deruta, the town where Perugia Vecchia is located, is known all over the world for its ceramics, an art that still preserves the most ancient and fascinating techniques.Upon reservation, it is possible to organize a tour to the Deruta Ceramics Museum, located in the historical center of the town. The museum is considered the oldest Italian Ceramics Museum and holds over 6000 pieces.
BEVAGNA AND THE GAITE
BEVAGNA AND THE GAITE
Bevagna is one of the towns which was awarded the title of Most beautiful hamlets in Italy. The town, which has maintained the medieval urban layout, is surrounded by walls with towers and gates.Very well known also for the famous GAITE MARKET, which takes place every year in June. It is one of the most important tourist events in Umbria, which focuses on the historical fidelity of what is presented to the public, such as ancient crafts and the antiques market. The central moment of the event is the medieval market which is held during the two final days. Each “Gaita” – district – sets up its own market in the streets and squares placed under its jurisdiction. A meeting place for everyone are the taverns, where you can taste medieval dishes.