Group tour of Abruzzo

From high mountains and forests to marvelous rural churches to the ruins of ancient cities to traditional artisans, Abruzzo offers many rewards. We focus our explorations on the National Park of Abruzzo, a haunt of wolves, bears, herds of chamois and some 300 varieties of birds. This is a serious hiking tour, for serious hikers who want to get out into the wilds of Italy, while still having a charming hotel to come to each night. You also visit the area's medieval towns and villages, each with its own unique story, harboring gems little noted by the world beyond.

Highlights

    * Explore the Parco Nazionale d'Abruzzo, Italy's largest National Park.

    * Stay in the picturesque village of Decontra.

    * Enjoy the stupendous mountain vistas during full day hikes.

    * Enjoy the wonderful cuisine, cheese and wines of the region.




Itinerary Outline

Here is an outline of a suggested daily itinerary. Request a detailed itinerary HERE.

    * Day one: You are met by Abruzzo Passion at Pescara International Airport and transferred to your Accommodation.

    * Day two: Today you hike with your guide to the Cliff Sanctuary of San Bartolomeo and then, hiking to the Orfento Gorge  where you enjoy gourmet lunch. Afterwards, you hike back  to your Accommodation in Decontra.

    * Day three: This dramatic walk is a circuit, delving deep down into the Gorge and up crossing the lush slopes of Monte Rapina.

    * Day four: Today's hike takes you through alpine meadows and woods of the Lama Bianca, with stupendous vistas of the Gran Sasso which, at 2912 m is the highest point in the Apennines.

    * Day five: Your hike takes you to the Summit of Monte Morrone, frequented by wolves and bear.

    * Day six: From the characteristic village of Decontra, you hike to one of the most extraordinary places in the Majella-the cave church of San Giovanni is hidden away amongst huge limestone cliffs, high on the wall of Orfento Gorge.

    * Day seven: On your way back to Pescara International Airport you will visit the splendid Romanesque church of San Tomaso and then following your route to La Cisterna-beautiful pool of crystal clear water, fed by a spectacular waterfall from a spring high on the wall of the Orta Gorge.



What's Included

    * 7 nights accommodation with en-suite facilities (double occupancy).

    * Breakfast, lunch and dinner each day.

    * Full-time professional attention.

    * Organized hikes each day.

    * Introduction to Abruzzo's Cuisine. Wine and specialty foods tasting's.

    * Paid entrance to all included activities.

    * All land transfers to and from tour area, and during tour.

    * Travel guidance for pre/post-tour activities.


(Not included are airfare, personal purchases such as laundry, phone calls, frigobar items etc., and anything not specifically included above.)