Mystic Umbria Tour – from Assisi to Spello, between peace and flowers
A spiritual journey through Assisi, the Porziuncola, the Eremo delle Carceri, Spello and Collepino. Discover the peace and beauty of authentic Umbria with Podere Grotta Antica.
Alessio
Mystic Umbria Tour
from Assisi to Spello, between peace and flowers
There’s an Umbria that speaks softly —
through the sound of bells, the scent of incense, and the silence of cloisters.
It’s the land of Assisi and Spello, where every step feels like a prayer and every stone glows at sunset.
This itinerary is a journey through light, spirit, and hidden grace.
[ Assisi ] [ The Porziuncola ] [Eremo delle Carceri ] [ Spello ] [ Collepino ]
[ Assisi ] [The Porziuncola]
[Eremo delle Carceri ] [Spello]
[Collepino ]
Assisi
the city that prays with open eyes
More than a destination, Assisi is an experience.
Its pink stones, sudden silences, and sweeping views make it one of the most spiritual places in the world.
The Basilica of Saint Francis, adorned with Giotto’s frescoes, is both an artistic and emotional masterpiece.
👉 Tip: visit early in the morning or at sunset — when the light turns golden, the walls seem to breathe.
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The Porziuncola
heart of forgiveness
Just outside town, in the plain below Mount Subasio, stands the Porziuncola,
the small chapel that Saint Francis called “home of pardon.”
It’s enclosed within the grand Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli,
yet it keeps its humble soul intact.
👉 Tip: don’t miss the Rose Garden without thorns beside the church — legend says the roses lost their thorns to protect Saint Francis.
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Eremo delle Carceri
where silence speaks
High above Assisi, hidden among oak trees and silence, lies the Eremo delle Carceri.
Here Francis and his followers prayed in solitude, surrounded by nature and peace.
The forest feels alive — a sanctuary of stillness and wind.
👉 Tip: walk the Path of Forgiveness, the ancient route linking the hermitage to Assisi — one of the most spiritual walks in Umbria.
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Spello
the village of flowers and light
Nestled among olive groves and golden hills, Spello glows with soft colors and floral grace.
Its narrow alleys climb gently between arches and balconies overflowing with flowers.
Every corner feels like a painting, and the air smells of rosemary and time.
👉 Tip: visit during the Flower Festival of Corpus Domini (Infiorata) if you can — the streets turn into living mosaics of petals and devotion.
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Hidden Gem – Collepino
where time stands still
Above Spello, Collepino rests quietly on Mount Subasio —
a tiny walled village with a handful of houses, a fountain, and views that stretch forever.
It’s one of those places where silence has its own voice.
👉 Tip: stop at the little tavern for a glass of local wine and some pecorino — simple, perfect peace.
Assisi
the city that prays with open eyes
More than a destination, Assisi is an experience.
Its pink stones, sudden silences, and sweeping views make it one of the most spiritual places in the world.
The Basilica of Saint Francis, adorned with Giotto’s frescoes, is both an artistic and emotional masterpiece.
👉 Tip: visit early in the morning or at sunset — when the light turns golden, the walls seem to breathe.
...
The Porziuncola
heart of forgiveness
Just outside town, in the plain below Mount Subasio, stands the Porziuncola,
the small chapel that Saint Francis called “home of pardon.”
It’s enclosed within the grand Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli,
yet it keeps its humble soul intact.
👉 Tip: don’t miss the Rose Garden without thorns beside the church — legend says the roses lost their thorns to protect Saint Francis.
...
Eremo delle Carceri
where silence speaks
High above Assisi, hidden among oak trees and silence, lies the Eremo delle Carceri.
Here Francis and his followers prayed in solitude, surrounded by nature and peace.
The forest feels alive — a sanctuary of stillness and wind.
👉 Tip: walk the Path of Forgiveness, the ancient route linking the hermitage to Assisi — one of the most spiritual walks in Umbria.
...
Spello
the village of flowers and light
Nestled among olive groves and golden hills, Spello glows with soft colors and floral grace.
Its narrow alleys climb gently between arches and balconies overflowing with flowers.
Every corner feels like a painting, and the air smells of rosemary and time.
👉 Tip: visit during the Flower Festival of Corpus Domini (Infiorata) if you can — the streets turn into living mosaics of petals and devotion.
...
Hidden Gem – Collepino
where time stands still
Above Spello, Collepino rests quietly on Mount Subasio —
a tiny walled village with a handful of houses, a fountain, and views that stretch forever.
It’s one of those places where silence has its own voice.
👉 Tip: stop at the little tavern for a glass of local wine and some pecorino — simple, perfect peace.
After a day between basilicas, flowers, and silence,
returning to Podere Grotta Antica feels like coming back lighter.
The evening breeze carries the echo of Assisi’s bells,
and the soul rests quietly, at peace with the world.
📍 Distances from Podere Grotta Antica (Chiusi)
Assisi ~1 h 15 min ·
Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli (Porziuncola) ~1 h 10 min ·
Eremo delle Carceri ~1 h 25 min ·
Spello ~1 h 15 min · Collepino ~ 1 h 20 min