The provincial capital,
PERUGIA
is the most obvious, if not the most picturesque, base to kick off a tour of Umbria. As usual the centre of town is still medieval, but it's surrounded by miles of fairly ugly suburbs and not a little industry. Buitoni, the pasta people, have a big works, and Italy's best chocolate, Perugino, is made here. Come summer the streets become claustrophobic and exhausting, so if your idea of Umbria is rural peace and quiet and lolling around old hill-... [More]
Near the Etruscan ancient city of Perugia, in the charm of a wood-clad hilldside, with glimpses of the Umbrian-Tuscan countryside all around, the Oscano's residences are ideally located: The castle, Villa Ada and the Oscano's Mill. Each of these has been designed to offer a particular form of accomo... [More]
The Chiugiana Castle House hilltop property lies in the heart of a medieval village surrounded by olive groves and fruit orchards. Nearby points of interest include Lake Trasimeno, Wine making cellars and Renaissance art galleries. The Chiugiana Castle House offers guests a complimentary Continental... [More]
Colle delle Trinita is located offers some of the most panoramic views of Perugia and is surrounded by greenery. The four star hotel has 51 guestrooms all equipped with modern conveniences including balcony area. The hotel facilities include a fully equipped gym and sauna and beauty treatments are a... [More]
The Etruscan Chocohotel houses a delightful Restaurant where an entirely cocoa-based menu may also be enjoyed, besides a well-stocked Chocostore where products of the best chocolate-manufacturers may be sampled and purchased. A superb Panoramic Terrace with a swimming Pool complete this modern hotel... [More]