Arrival in Montefiascone (Lazio, central Italy), a stunning hill top location overlooking the Bolsena lake. Wander around the medieval monuments and churches in this Papel town.

Descend into Viterbo, stopping at old drinking fountains along the way before dining in one of the many restaurants.  

Explore the hollow roads and immerse yourself in the typical Etruscan countryside along the way to Vetralla, where dinner is included at the accommodation.

A longer day walking along the side of a volcano, (the crater used to be occupied by Lake Vico).Continue through the countryside to reach the tiny village of Capranica. From here you walk down to a tuff gorge by following the stream – a very striking track. Upon arrival at your accommodation in Sutri you can enjoy a nice dinner. 

The first section of the route moves across fields and open countryside until Monterosi, where you reach the Monte Gelato waterfalls – a park where you can rest and have a bath! Then you walk along a panoramic excavated street leading to the Campagnano doors.
n.b. To shorten the day’s walk it is possible to pre-arrange a morning transfer to the picturesque village of Monterosi, from where you walk to Campagnano di Roma.

The day’s excursion is along the Roman countryside. The itinerary is quite flat with dirt roads or country trails, with some hills during the final section. The stream crossing could be difficult in adverse conditions.

After breakfast, you set off for the last leg of your modern day ‘pilgrimage’ along the Via Francigena to Rome. Walk the final 22k to Rome or take public transport if you prefer to maximise your time there. Part of the walk to the city is through the Insugherata park, a beautiful natural reserve on the outskirts of the bustling city.

As you approach the ‘Eternal City’ you can stop for a triumphant photograph at the Monte Mario Belvedere. From here you can see a glimpse of the famous dome of Saint Peter’s, before descending to Piazza San Pietro, your end point and that of many pilgrims throughout the centuries. Discover the city’s magnificent history, monuments and archaeology, treat yourself to amazing restaurants and traditional cuisine.

Arrivederci Rome! The trip ends after breakfast, unless you want to pre-book an extra in night in Rome or other Italian destination.

Read about the northern section of the Via Francigena here.