Ride from the hotel to the coach drop off point is 4 miles and takes 15 minutes. The walk to and around the archaeological site covers about one mile. The streets in the hill town of Assisi will have inclines and there will be some steps at the small archaeological site.
At the hotel, the breakfast buffet offers choices including an egg dish, sliced cold cuts, an assortment of cheeses, cereals, muesli, yogurt, fresh fruit, breads and pastries, jams, honey, butter, and a selection of hot and cold beverages including juice and water.
Coach to Assisi. Check in and settle into the hotel. Meet in the lobby for an Orientation session in the hotel meeting room. During the Orientation the group leader will review the up-to-date program schedule and any last minute changes that may have occurred, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and answer any questions you may have. After a short break the study leader will illustrate Assisi's early history. Except breakfast, meals will be plated and served from select menus unless otherwise specified. Water is included with all meals and other beverages will be available for purchase; coffee and tea are not included in any meals except breakfast. Unless indicated differently, transportation will primarily be provided by coach. Free time is reserved for your personal independent exploration. Please note that program activities, schedules, and personnel may need to change due to local circumstances. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding. Evenings at leisure offer opportunities to make the program more meaningful and memorable through personal independent exploration, attending performances or other events, or simply relaxing and making new friends among fellow participants. The Group Leader will always be happy to offer suggestions.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
5 minute coach ride to the heart of Assisi for an expert-led visit to the Roman Forum. Roman era excavations under the main piazza, in front of the old Temple of Minerva, bring to light the area of the altar and surrounding structures. The temple, with its columns and pediments still intact, was converted into a church in later centuries. Coach back to the hotel for a late afternoon presentation. A local expert gives insight on the Etruscans, ancient peoples who settled in Umbria before the time of the Romans.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Plated table service, set menu.
At leisure.
