Walking Via Francigena - Orvieto to Rome

Arrival in Orvieto which you reach by train from Rome and check-in at your hotel. Orvieto is a beautiful city located on a cliff and former center of the Etruscan civilization.

Accommodation in Orvieto

You begin your hike from the cathedral (Duomo) and walk through the old town center on your way out into a fascinating landscape past a recently discovered Etruscan burial site. Continuing towards Bolsena, you reach an ancient crater with spectacular views over Lake Bolsena before reaching the town.

Accommodation in Bolsena

Today you hike from Bolsena over the hills surrounding the eastern part of the lake all the way to Montefiascone which is beautifully situated. From the town you have panoramic views over the lake, the surrounding plains and the Cimini Mountains. The papal fortress is well worth a visit.

Accommodation in Montefiascone

Today's hike goes along a plain that separates Lake Bolsena and the Cimini Mountains. The open landscape gives you a fine overview of the countryside. You pass no settlements during the day, however several places where you can refill your water bottle. Today's destination is Viterbo which is a beautiful old town.

Accommodation in Viterbo

On today's hike you can explore the Etruscans' sacred roads and typical landscape. Today you also have no villages along the way. Once there you can enjoy dinner (included) at your accommodation Antica Locanda della via Francigena.

Accommodation in Vetralla

Today you have a longer hike ahead of you. You walk along the side of an old volcanic crater and former lake - Lago Vico. Continue along Etruscan countryside until you reach the small village of Capranica. From here you follow flowing water through a ravine. You finally reach Sutri.

Accommodation in Sutri

The first part of today's route goes through open fields to the picturesque village of Monterosi from where you also reach the Monte Gelato waterfalls where you can rest and take a swim. Then you continue along a trail with panoramic views to Campagnano di Roma. You can shorten today's hike by pre-booking a morning transfer to Monterosi.

Accommodation in Campagnano

Today's excursion goes along the Roman countryside. The route is quite flat with gravel roads or country roads, with only one hill along the last section. You will need to cross a stream and this can be more difficult under special conditions with water flow. The hike can be shortened with local bus from La Storta.

Accommodation in La Giustiniana

After breakfast you set off for the final part of your modern pilgrimage along Via Francigena to Rome - the "eternal city". You can choose to reach Rome by public transport or walk your way to Rome. Part of the hike to the city goes through the Insugherata park, a beautiful nature reserve a few steps from the bustling city. As you approach the eternal city you can stop for a triumphant photograph at Monte Mario Belvedere. From here you can catch a glimpse of St. Peter's dome, before you walk down towards the city to finally reach Piazza San Pietro, your final destination and that of many pilgrims through the centuries.

If you want to maximize your time in Rome it is possible to skip most of today's walk by taking a local bus and train.

Accommodation in Rome

The trip ends after breakfast. It is possible to book extra nights in Rome.