Assisi One Day Trip Private Excursion from Rome
Description
Swap the big city bustle for medieval small-town charms on this private day trip from Rome to Assisi. In the company of your very own knowledgeable English-speaking driver, travel through the Umbrian hills to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Assisi. See the Church of Santa Chiara, the birthplace and childhood home of St Francis of Assisi, as well as the town hall square and the Roman Temple of Minerva. After lunch (own expense), visit the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli.
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During this Day tour excursion from Rome you will have the chance to travel to real Italy, far away from the modern highways and large cities, in the heart of the Umbrian countryside, where small ancient villages are waiting to be discovered. One of them is Assisi, an oasis of art, architecture and spirituality and the home of Saint Francis, one of Italy's most beloved saints.
.Leaving Rome in a northerly direction, you will cross the valley of the Tevere, passing by typical medieval villages such as Deruta, Todi e Perugia before arriving in Assisi. Here you will start your walk through the narrow streets of the village to see the church of Santa Chiara, containing the remains of Saint Clare, a follower of Saint Francis and founder of the Order of Poor Ladies, and then on to see the house where St. Francis was born and spent the first years of his life.
All roads will take you to the Basilica of San Francesco. This grandiose and gorgeously embellished Basilica is a rather incongruous memorial to a man who preached and lived a simple life of poverty, abstinence, and renunciation of worldly goods in search of greater spirituality. It is however, one of the world's most wonderful encounters between religion and art. Unique paintings by Cimabue, Pietro Lorenzetti, Simone Martini and Giotto, have made the Basilica of St. Francis a fundamental reference point for the development of Italian and European art and architecture.
Free time for lunch at a local restaurant on your own.
Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli where you can see the Porziuncola Chapel, the place from where the Franciscan movement started, and the site where St. Francis died in 1226. Driving back to your hotel, revel in the memory of the day coming to its end.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Tour starts at your centrally located Rome hotel.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking.
- If you are not ready to depart at the assigned time , we cannot promise to fulfill the mentioned itinerary nor promise to extend the duration of the tour.
- Your driver is not a licensed tour guide. Due to strict Italian laws and regulations in place to protect officially licensed guides, drivers can comment and explain attractions only from inside the vehicle. Drivers cannot elaborate on the attractions when they are outside of the vehicle
- This is a private service no one will join your party
Reviews(47)
Do not recommend this trip. The driver arrived late, unprofessional and fell asleep consistently on the way home. He was a nice guy and drove us to top of the place to make walk better but overall the trip was not informative nor professional. Assisi was nice but we didn’t learn anything at all. I would not recommend this trip with this company.
We had a wonderful experience from start to finish! We took two tours — one to Assisi and another to Pienza and Montepulciano as well as an airport transfer, and we were so lucky to have Costinel as our driver throughout. Costinel was professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and a real pleasure to spend time with. He made everything feel easy and comfortable, shared great recommendations along the way, and never made us feel rushed. He truly helped make the entire experience relaxing and enjoyable. I can’t recommend this company highly enough and especially Costinel. He was exceptional!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are truly delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience on your tours to Assisi, Pienza, and Montepulciano, as well as your airport transfer. Costinel will be especially happy to know that his professionalism, knowledge, and friendly approach made your time with us so memorable and relaxing. We’re very proud to have him on our team, and it means a lot to hear that he helped make your journey comfortable and stress-free from start to finish. Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation. It was a pleasure assisting you during your trip to Italy, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Visiting Assisi in general was very enjoyable. We knew that each of the sites represents will tell a special moment in history for catholic in christian faith. Being there was a blessing!! In addition, Fabio, our tour guide, was exceptional! He was very knowledgeable of the region of Umbria. As we were passing through the various towns, he was sure to explain the details about each one of them. Most of all, Fabio was very accomodated and sensitive person, especially with our nephew who is handicapped. Finally, having lunch at the restaurant that Fabio recommended was unforgettable! Truly Italian pasta, lamb, and more. Thank you Fabio!
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful feedback! We are truly delighted to hear that your visit to Assisi was such a meaningful and memorable experience. It’s wonderful to know that the historical and spiritual significance of the sites left a special impact on your journey. We’re especially glad to hear your kind words about Fabio. He will be thrilled to know that his knowledge, care, and sensitivity—especially toward your nephew—made your day even more special. Providing a comfortable and enriching experience for every guest is something we deeply value. We’re also happy that you enjoyed the restaurant he recommended. Authentic Italian food is always a treat, and we’re glad it added to the unforgettable moments of your trip. Thank you once again for choosing DriverinRome. We hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future!
It was an incredible day beginning with a prompt departure. Our driver Matt / Mathew was professional, knowledgeable and engaging. He helped us plan our time in Assisi, suggested possible schedule and took us to the burial place of one of our newest saints, Carlos. I highly recommend he and the company if you want a stress free experience in Assisi.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had an incredible day exploring Assisi with our driver, Matt. It’s great to know that his professionalism, local knowledge, and thoughtful suggestions helped make your experience both meaningful and stress-free — especially with your visit to the burial place of Blessed Carlo Acutis. Your kind words and recommendation truly mean a lot to us. We’ll be sure to share your compliments with Matt and the rest of our team. We hope to welcome you again soon for another memorable journey in Italy! Warm regards, The DriverinRome Team
Our day trip to Assisi was one of the highlights of our trip to Italy. We enjoyed the drive through the beautiful countryside in Umbria. Assisi was more amazing than we could have imagined, a stunning city on a hill with so much religious significance. Our driver, Ricardo, was excellent. He first drove us to the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels because it was a few miles outside of Assisi. Ricardo then dropped us off in the middle of town and gave us very good directions on how to access the other three basilicas and where and what time to meet him for our return to Rome. We had plenty of time to visit the three basilicas, eat lunch, shop and take in spectacular views. Ricardo even kept in touch with us to make sure things were going well. On the return trip, Ricardo stopped at a perfect spot for photos. It was a perfect day!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your day trip to Assisi was one of the highlights of your time in Italy. It’s such a special place, rich in beauty and spiritual significance, and we’re so glad you had the chance to explore it fully. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to Ricardo—he’ll be delighted to know his care, guidance, and thoughtful touches made your journey even more memorable. That photo stop on the way back is one of our favorites too! It was truly our pleasure to be part of your adventure. We hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Italy!
Matteo was helpful, knowledgeable and organized our day to do everything we needed. He even suggested an awesome local restaurant for lunch and set up a dinner reservation too.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience with Matteo. He takes great pride in making each guest’s day both seamless and memorable, and it's great to know he was able to help you accomplish everything you wanted—plus go the extra mile with fantastic local dining recommendations! We truly appreciate you choosing DriverinRome, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable journey soon.
We spent a really pleasant day in Assisi. Matteo, our guide, was punctual, patient and always available to adapt to our needs. At lunch he took us to a restaurant frequented by locals, with homemade cuisine, authentic and delicious. We enjoyed one of the best tiramisu we have ever eaten! Experience highly recommended. Thank you very much, Matteo!
Grazie di cuore per aver condiviso la vostra splendida esperienza con DriverinRome! Siamo felicissimi di sapere che la vostra giornata ad Assisi sia stata così piacevole e che Matteo abbia contribuito a renderla speciale con la sua puntualità, disponibilità e attenzione. Sapere che avete apprezzato anche il pranzo in un ristorante autentico e il delizioso tiramisù ci riempie di gioia! Condivideremo con grande piacere i vostri complimenti con Matteo — sarà felice di sapere quanto avete gradito il tour. Speriamo di potervi accogliere nuovamente in Italia per nuove avventure indimenticabili. Un caro saluto, DriverinRome Tours & Transportation
Driver was terrific and very accommodating. We drove to Assisi. Driver helped us customize our day and was flexible to meet our desires.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your day in Assisi and that our driver was able to make your tour flexible and tailored to your preferences. Providing a personalized and comfortable experience is exactly what we aim for, and it’s wonderful to know we delivered on that. We hope to welcome you back to Italy again soon for more unforgettable adventures! Warm regards, DRIVERINROME Tours and Transportation
We were picked up right on time at our hotel for a day trip to Assisi. Our driver had no problem pulling off the road for a bathroom break. He was very knowledgeable about Assisi and gave us advice on how to get the most out of our day.
Best private tour! We appreciate our tour guide, Aless, was beyond awesome! He was knowledgeable and personable! Thank you!
Thank you so much, Mark! We’re thrilled to hear you had the best private tour with us. Aless will be so happy to know you appreciated his knowledge and friendly personality—he truly loves what he does! We hope to welcome you back to Italy for another unforgettable experience. Grazie mille from all of us at DriverinRome!
