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Tour of Assisi: a journey of faith and beauty
Discover Assisi with a spiritual tour of its main basilicas, departing from Rome or Florence. We will visit the Basilica of St Francis, where we will admire Giotto's frescoes and pray at the saint's tomb. We will continue to the Basilica of Santa Chiara, where the saint rests together with the San Damiano Crucifix, and conclude at the Sanctuary of San Damiano for a moment of peace and contemplation in the Umbrian countryside.
- 1 day
- Accessible
- Photos Allowed
- Transportation Optional
- Walking Tour
- Official Tour guide
Tour Description
Welcome to Assisi, the spiritual heart of Umbria, which for centuries has inspired believers and pilgrims from all over the world. Our tour, available with convenient transfers from Rome or Florence, begins at the marvellous Basilica of St Francis, one of the world's most sacred pilgrimage sites. Here we will have the opportunity to contemplate the splendid works of art, including Giotto's frescoes, which tell the life of St Francis with unique spiritual power. In the crypt, we will visit the tomb of the saint, a moment of silence, ideal for prayer and to hear the profound Franciscan message of love for Creation.
From the Basilica of St Francis we move on to the Basilica of St Clare, whose simple beauty reflects the saint's dedication to poverty and humility. Here rests the disciple of Francis and founder of the Order of the Poor Clares, an order dedicated to prayer and contemplation. We can admire the Crucifix of San Damiano, the sacred symbol that, according to tradition, spoke to Francis and entrusted him with the mission of 'repairing his Church'. It is an ideal place to renew one's faith and be inspired by the spiritual strength of these extraordinary figures.
The tour ends at the Sanctuary of San Damiano, located just outside the centre of Assisi, where Francis had his enlightenment and where Clare spent most of her life. This place is surrounded by the peace of the Umbrian countryside and offers pilgrims an ideal atmosphere for recollection. Here you can participate in moments of reflection and prayer, immersed in the same landscape that inspired St Francis in his Canticle of the Creatures. At the end of the tour, your private driver will take you comfortably back to Rome or Florence. It is also possible to add a typical Umbrian lunch and an overnight stay in Asissi to the tour.
To book this original and unique tour, please contact us for information and reservations at info@catholicexperiences.com.
What's included
- Guided tour in Assisi
- Basilica of St Francis
- Basilica of St Clare
- Sanctuary of San Damiano
- Transfer from Rome or Florence
- Overnight stay on request
- Lunch on request
- Much more...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR tour
These are the most common questions asked by our past guests about our this tour. You few have more do not hesitate to contact us.
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DO YOU PROVIDE TRANSFER FROM THE HOTEL OR THE AIRPORT?
Yes, over the years we have arranged private transfers in comfortable air-conditioned minivans fully equipped with what a family needs with pick up from the hotel in and outside Rome. We also pick up from the airports or the port of Civitavecchia if you disembark with a cruise ship.
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HOW MUCH IN ADVANCE IS PREFERABLE TO BOOK?
The licensed guides that are good in touring with kids are not many and in high season they might not be available last minute. It is always preferable to book well in advance at least 4 weeks.
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CAN WE PAY BY BANK TRANSFER OR CREDIT CARD?
Yes, we accept both. If you travel from oustide the European Union credita card fees might be cheaper than banck transfer.
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CAN THE TOUR BE CUSTOMIZED?
Yes, most of our tours in Rome are private tours so we can customize the starting time, the lenght and the attraction visited on your desires and needs. We will suggest you our best options and we decide together.
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CAN WE BRING BACKPACKS ON TOUR?
Vatican authorities are very strict with the use of backpacks. Sometimes some distracted visitors hit the artworks with them. Thus, they require you to check them in at the entrance locker rooms of the museums. This is not convenient because you have to walk all the way back after the tour ends to collect them. We suggest not to bring them. Bring a small purse or simple bag. Also do not carry umbrellas on tour.
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WHAT IS THE DRESSING CODE FOR THE VATICAN?
In some areas of the Vatican a special dressing code is required: shoulderd and knees must be covered or you will not be able to access.
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WILL THE TOUR TAKE PLACE WITH RAIN?
The tour takes place with rain or shine. Much of the tour is also indoor, inside the Vatican Museums or the Basilica of Saint Peter.
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Rita P. from UK with our tour Guide Simona
"Thank you for organising the tour with Simona. She was a great guide and catered the tour well for the children. She delivered the tour well and explained points simply and through visual aids which was really useful for us and the children. Please pass on our thanks to Simona and also to you for organising the tour and all other aspects at such short notice.", Rita P.
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