Emily & Austin
Things To Do
Chiesa Del Carmine
Chiesa Del Carmine is the main location for the wedding! Check out the Chiesa Del Carmine vineyard, olive oil tastings, and truffle hunting! As we get closer to the date, we will provide additional details for those interested in truffle hunts, olive oil tastings, and wine tastings. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=13&v=Uq7IWU7RIRY&feature=emb_title
Lago Trasimeno
Chiesa del Carmine is only a 20 minute drive from Lake Trasimeno, which offers an array of water activities: sailing, kayak rental, boat tours, windsurfing, and water-skiing. For more adventurous types, there are ATV rentals. Rental bikes are available at the Acqua Dolce Sailing Center, where you can ride on the bicycle path around the lake. Additionally, there are nine public beaches on the islands or around the lake where you can sunbathe or swim. You can also visit the three islands on the lake, Isola Minore, Isola Maggiore and Isola Polvese. These can be reached by ferry from several towns around the lake. Or you can just enjoy wandering in the national parks surrounding the lakes, discovering the local flora and fauna
Cooking Classes
There are a number of cooking classes for individuals or groups offered in Perugia and the surrounding towns. Check back soon for some recommendations!
Golf
The Antognolla Golf Course is set amidst the 600 hectare Antognolla estate in the heart of Umbria, a 5 minute drive from Chiesa del Carmine. One of the most spectacular and challenging golf courses in Italy, the eighteen-holes at Antognolla feature long, cliff-lined fairways, beautiful water hazards and large, undulating greens.
Perugia
The capital of the province of Umbria, this ancient city has more than a few interesting things to do and see. Perugia is a mere 25 minute drive by car from the Carmine Estate. From museums such as the National Gallery of Umbria and National Archeological Museum, archeological sites such as the Volumni Hypogeum and the Pozzo Etrusco, as well as an aqueduct, there’s no shortage of cultural sites to explore. For those with a sweet tooth, there’s also the Perugina Chocolate Factory and Museum. There are also dozens of restaurants, cafes, and – most importantly – gelato!
Hilltop Towns
Umbria holds countless medieval hilltop towns, but for aficionados of historic stone streets, stone walls, stone archways and stone steps, some of the best known are Orvieto, Gubbio, Spoleto, Bevagna, Foligno, Montone, Todi, and Montefalco. All are within a short drive of Chiesa del Carmine and would make excellent short excursions or day trips.
Walking/Hiking
There are several walking/hiking trails on the Carmine Estate. The trails vary in length and range from leisurely strolls through the olive groves and vineyards, to more demanding walks up and down hills. Guided walks of the nearby area can be arranged. Bikes can also be provided, just let us know!
Fishing
Carmine Estate has a small private fishing lake, with a number of wild carp. If you wish to use these facilities during your stay, please let us know. There is also fishing on nearby Lake Trasimeno.
Truffle Hunt
Discover the authentic taste of Umbria on a truffle hunt in the beautiful hills in the valley of Chiesa del Carmine . You will be accompanied by our expert truffle hunter, his truffle dog and an English speaking guide. After the truffle hunt, you will return to the Chiesa del Carmine winery where you will be served a truffle degustation or truffle degustation lunch. These meals include a selection of truffle inspired dishes matched by our sommelier to the Carmine Estate wines.
Day Trip to Assisi and Spello
We are planning a wonderful day trip to check out some of the famous hilltop towns of Umbria. We will depart in the morning for Assisi, with a stop for lunch mid-day, and then on to Spello in the afternoon. This day trip is still in the early planning stages, but anticipate a full day!