ASSISI GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
In Saint Francis’s Footsteps: A Private Portuguese‑Guided Day from Assisi to Cortona
An 8–9 hour private tour in Portuguese that traces Saint Francis’s life in Assisi—including Giotto’s frescoes at the basilica—and continues to Cortona’s hilltop alleys and valley panoramas.
In Saint Francis’s Footsteps: A Private Portuguese‑Guided Day from Assisi to Cortona.
Explore Assisi’s medieval streets and the Basilica of Saint Francis to see the fresco cycles that illustrate the saint’s life, then walk Cortona’s scenic alleys for sweeping views over the valley and Lake Trasimeno—a full‑day journey through history, art and landscape.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Giotto’s frescoes and the Basilica of Saint Francis
Visit the Basilica of Saint Francis, where the saint’s tomb sits and the walls display frescoes by Giotto alongside works by Simone Martini and Pietro Lorenzetti—key artistic testimony to Assisi’s medieval importance.
Assisi’s winding streets and Roman traces
Walk Assisi’s main street to admire its picturesque medieval buildings, pass the Roman Temple dedicated to Minerva, and see sites tied to Saint Francis’s life including the old house (Igreja Nova) and the chapel marking his birthplace.
Cortona’s hilltop alleys and valley panoramas
Continue to Cortona—an Etruscan-rooted hill town famed in Frances Mayes’s book—stroll its narrow streets, visit the Piazza della Repubblica and enjoy dramatic views down to the surrounding valley and Lake Trasimeno.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
This is a private, full‑day route that moves from the hush and frescoed walls of Assisi’s basilica into sunlit Tuscan hilltown streets. The guide leads through narrow alleys, past Roman and medieval remains, and up to Cortona’s vantage points—an itinerary that mixes close‑up art history with broad landscape moments.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private day tour suits best.
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Details to review before reserving
No specific equipment list was provided in the verified data; confirm recommended clothing, footwear and any documentation with the operator prior to travel.
The tour can begin from the guest’s hotel in various Tuscan cities (consult the operator for options and timing); the verified summary lists this possibility but advises confirming pickup details with Passeios Na Toscana.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the tour last?
The tour duration is approximately 8 to 9 hours.
Is the tour private or shared?
The tour is always private.
What language is the guide?
The guide is Brazilian and conducts the tour in Portuguese.
Where does the tour start?
The tour can start from the client’s hotel in several Tuscan cities (consult the operator to arrange pickup).
What are the main sights visited?
In Assisi: the Basilica of Saint Francis (with frescoes and the saint’s tomb), the main street, the Temple of Minerva, Igreja Nova and the chapel at the saint’s birthplace; in Cortona: the cathedral, Porta Etrusca, Piazza della Repubblica, the Church of Saint Francis and the hermitage.
When is the tour available?
According to the verified information the tour is offered every day throughout the year.
How many people are required to book?
The tour is available starting from one person.