After breakfast at the hotel, depart for the Franciscan Sanctuary of La Verna, one of the most important pilgrimage destinations dedicated to St. Francis of Assisi. Set high in the Tuscan Apennines and surrounded by ancient beech and fir forests, the sanctuary is renowned for its peaceful atmosphere, remarkable architecture, and breathtaking natural scenery. It was here, in 1224, that St. Francis received the stigmata, making La Verna a place of profound spiritual significance. Enjoy time to visit the sanctuary and experience its unique history and sacred atmosphere before continuing to Pieve Santo Stefano. Later, transfer to Pietralunga for hotel check-in, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Breakfast at the hotel, meeting with the hiking guide and departure towards Gubbio.

Breakfast at the hotel in Gubbio and meeting with the guide for a short visit of the city before leaving and start hiking towards the next stage.

After the short visit of Gubbio, departure towards Biscina. Halfway between Assisi and Gubbio lies the medieval Castle of Biscina. Dating back to the 12th century, the castle, together with the nearby castles of Giomici, Vallingegno, Petroia, and Coccorano, served as one of the strategic control points along the ancient road and the Chiascio River, which flows at the foot of the hill. Today, the castle forms part of the Franciscan Route linking Assisi and Gubbio, allowing visitors to rediscover lesser-known sanctuaries and the historic paths once traveled by shepherds. Free time for lunch along the way.

Breakfast at the accommodation, meeting with the guide and continuation of the hike towards Assisi.

Breakfast at the hotel, meeting with the guide and visit of the city of Peace. Spend a full day discovering Assisi, the spiritual heart of the Franciscan world and one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in Italy. S. Francis was born here in 1182; the New Church now stands on the site believed to be his birthplace. Here, in the Cathedral of S. Rufino he was baptized; in the narrow streets of the town he spent his youth dreaming of a future as a knight. Where the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore now stands, in Piazza del Vescovado, he renounced worldly possessions for the love of God and his fellow man. In the Church of San Damiano, praying before the crucifix, he received the mission to renew the Church of Christ. In the town square he began his preaching and his work of charity and peace. It was in Assisi where he died in 1226. His remains are kept in the Basilica of S. Francis, but the saint lives on in every stone of Assisi.