10 days hiking off-beaten tracks in Italy

⏳ You have a few days ahead of you and are a hiker ? You love exploring new places simply with your backpack on your back ? Then this itinerary is perfect for you ! 😍
Hike from the village of Orvieto down to the Italian capital : Rome. Many discoveries will along the way will make your trip unforgettable.

Itinerary of this ten days off-beaten tracks in Italy

Orvieto > Bolsena > Montefiascone > Viterbe > Vetralla > Sutri > Campagnano di Roma > Isola Farnese > Rome

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The itinerary : step by step

What to do in Orvieto ?

Underrated, Orvieto hides many unexpected gems.

• Discover the National Archaeological Museum in the Palazzo del Popolo.
• Winding trails but astonishing place : welcome to La Scarzuola.
• Admire the typical houses and narrow streets of the several century old city.
• Be sure to check out the several underground monuments in Orvieto.

Whta to do in Bolsena ?

Bolsena is a small Italian medieval village, really worth seeing. 

• Visit the Castle of Monaldeschi della Rocca Cervera.
• Go on a day-trip on the volcanic lake of Bolsena, unwind and enjoy the nearby beaches.
• 1 40 min walk away, have a good time at the Parco Comunale di Turona.

What to do in Montefiascone ?

High altitude village, Montefiascone was built on a hill from which you will get a spectacular view.

• Taste the famous local wine called « Est!Eest!! Est!!! ».
• Visit Garden della Rocca dei Papi where popes used to watt up until the 16th century.
• Take a walk in the city and discover hidden treasures.

What to do in Viterbo ?

Viterebo overlooks a volcanic landscape and the lakes of Bolsena and Vico.

• Visit the city’s most important monument, the Palazzo dei Papi. It used to be the home to several popes and is now a museum.
• Explore Viterbo‘s surroundings and stop at la Villa lente to admire its beautiful gardens and fountains.

What to do in Vetralla ?

Vetralla is a short stop in nature near Lake Vico. 

• Go explore Lake Vico and its surrounding nature reserve.
• Hike through the Italian mountains.

What to do in Sutri ?

Sutri also is a nature stop. 

• Go for a hike in the surrounding Italian nature.
• Visit the Parco Urbain dell’antichissima Città di Sutri National Park.
• Explore the ruins of what used to be an amphitheatre.

What to do in Campagnano di Roma ?

Small hamlet with a small population, Campagnano di Roma is a peaceful heaven for hikers.

• Take the ti to go discover Mostra Mercato di Campagnano.
• Stroll through the old city’s streets and discover the Collegiata di San Giovanni Battista.

What to do in Isola Farnese ?

Isola Farnese will let you relax one last time before getting to the busy city of Rome. 

• Visit Farnese’s medieval castle and learn about the city’s history.
• Admire the roman church, Chiesa Di S. Pancrazio.

What to do in Roma ?

The City of the Seven Hills,  Roma is the most popular city in Italy … you will get why soon. It perfectly blends past and present.

• Has anyone ever gone to Roma without going to the Coliseum ? No ! It’s THE iconic building of the city, just imagine when there used to be gladiators fighting, the crowd cheering …
• Eat a pizza in the historic distrait of Rome.
• Be sure to check out the Palatine Hill and get a beautiful view from the top.
• Discover the Pantheon… The Panthéon in Rome ? But isn’t it supposed to be in Paris ? Did it move ? No but there also is one in Roma !
• When visiting Roma, you have to go to the Vatican. Artistic masterpiece, be sure toc heck the Sistine Chapel out.
• Go see the Pope telling the mass in front of St. Peter’s Basilica
• Enjoy a cannoli at the Valzani pastry shop in Trastevere district.

To learning more…

• You want to know all the information about the country ? it’s here.
• Then, to rent a car at the best price, we advise you this website.
• Finally, to book a flight at the best price, we advise you this website.

If you have any information, good tips, or simply a comment about this itinerary, please don’t hesitate to leave us a comment at the bottom of the page! The whole team will be happy to hear from you !