Combine a hands-on Umbrian pasta class with a relaxed afternoon horseback ride along the Franciscan Path. Learn milling basics and shape tagliatelle before exploring olive-scented trails on horseback.
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You arrive at a sun-warmed farmhouse framed by olive trees, flour dusting a wooden table and the distant clip-clop of hooves along a dirt track. The morning is spent with hands in dough: tasting different flours, learning simple milling basics and shaping tagliatelle the way local families have for generations. Laughter and the slow rhythm of cooking puncture the quiet of the valley.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; you should be able to walk on uneven ground and mount a horse with assistance.
Wildlife
History
The Franciscan Path traces routes connected to St. Francis of Assisi; the region’s food culture grew from small, mixed farms and monastery gardens that prioritized grain, olive oil and cheese.
Conservation
Many local farms practice small-scale, sustainable agriculture; visitors should respect trails, avoid riding on wet tracks to prevent erosion and support local producers by buying directly.
Reserve your spot on the Day Trip: Pasta Cooking Class With Lunch + Horseback Ride today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Kitchen footwear
Wear closed-toe, non-slip shoes for the cooking portion to protect your feet from hot spills and uneven surfaces.
Hydration for the ride
Bring a refillable water bottle—rides can last an hour in sun or wind and water may not be available on trail.
Sun protection
Bring a hat and sunscreen; Umbrian skies can be bright, especially on open ridge sections of the trail.
Riding comfort
Wear long pants to avoid chafing and tell the instructor about any previous riding experience; basic instruction is provided.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet in the kitchen and provides stability when mounting and riding.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated keeps you comfortable during the outdoor riding section.
summer
Long pants
Prevents chafing while riding and offers modest protection in the kitchen.
Light jacket or layers
Spring and fall mornings can be cool; layers are easy to add or remove between activities.
spring