Day 1 : Sulmona
Arrival in Rome and transfer to Sulmona. Home of artists and popes, located in a valley at the foot of the Majella mountains, Sulmona is a real natural gateway to the woods and high pastures of the Majella National Park. The city has preserved a typically Roman and medieval architecture, giving it a noble and elegant character. Dinner based on local products, overnight in Sulmona. (Meals -/-/D)

Day 2: Elegant Sulmona and S. Bartolomeo hermitage (3.30 hours hiking, +280 mt –240 mt, 8 km)
After breakfast, private transfer to Decontra, a small shepherds' village built in local stones and wood located on the high plateau overlooking the Gorges of the Orfento river. Abruzzo is a region with a strong religious tradition, its mountains hide hundreds of hermitages, today we will discover one of the most beautiful, known and better kept, the hermitage of S. Bartolomeo with its small church and its modest room carved into the cliff, near a stream. This mystical place was chosen for the hermitage by Pope Celestine V and his disciples during the 13th century. Back to the farm where we could get to know Paolino, our young host man, shepherd for generations who can enchant us with his stories of wolves, wars and agricultural life that he lived during his 90 years still in his land. Family dinner at the farm using local products cooked by our host Marisa, overnight at the farm. (Meals B/L/D)

Day 3 : Deep on the Orfento Gorge (5hours hiking, +350 mt -390 mt, 12.5 km)
Orfento is an impetuous and rebellious torrent starting from the high summits of the Majella and descending towards the valley. Over the centuries, its flow action hollowed out the spectacular "Gorges de l'Orfento", which have become integral natural reserves, home to some of the richest flora and fauna in Italy. Splendid beech woods and water flowers line the banks of the river. The steep and colorful cliffs protect the ecosystem of the gorges. Back from our loop at the Decontra farm we will learn the art of artisanal bread making in a stone oven with Marisa. Dinner and overnight at the farm. (Meals B/L/D)

Day 4: Follow the wolves (5.30 hours hiking, +650 mt –1250 mt, 16. km )
After breakfast, private transfer to the foot of the Majella, at Passo S. Leonardo. This itinerary in the heart of the Majella, nicknamed the “mother mountain”, will lead you in the footsteps of wolves. From Passo S. Leonardo, the path rises to the top of Mount Mileto, from where you can enjoy a magnificent view overlooking the entire Caramanico plateau and, in the background, the “ Gran Sasso ”. On several occasions, wolves have been seen in this area alternating clearings and dense woods. The animal is the symbol of the park, but its fierce character makes it difficult to spot. The descent to the woods and conifers will take you to Pacentro, a "rock boat" whose bow is directed towards Sulmona. Visit the village of Pacentro and transfer to Scanno, a small mountain village with its houses leaning against each other, its tiny squares, fountains and the “cimmoses”, these landings of houses where women perform their domestic and artisanal tasks. The village, located 1000 mt downstream from the Sagittarius gorges, is included in the list of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Installation at the hotel, at the end of the afternoon we will taste a selection of the best wines from the region, dinner and overnight at Scanno. (Meals B/L/D)

Day 5 : Scanno, Frattura et Villalago (5 hours hiking, +450 mt –550 mt, 14 km )
The balcony path that faces the valley surrounds Scanno and its heart-shaped lake crosses high mountain pastures to reach the village of Frattura. The passage in this village is a real return in the past, the dialect as an official language and the life punctuated by the seasons. Arrival in the village of Villalago, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Visit of the Village then return to Scanno by public bus and visit of a local craft workshop (at a goldsmith's or a "tombolo" workshop, typical knitted of the village), dinner and overnight at the hotel in Scanno. (Meals B/L/D)

Day 6 : Scanno Lake (3 hours hiking, +200 mt –200 mt, 7.5 km )
Today's ride will take place between tracks and small woods to reach Lake Scanno, the goal of our loop. Depending on the season and the weather, you can immerse yourself in its crystal clear waters. Return to Scanno, around 2 p.m. transfer by public bus to Sulmona. Installation at the hotel, then free time for the visit of Sulmona and its beautiful monuments, including the incredible Roman aqueduct and its old companies of "confetti", almond candies covered with sugar. Dinner and overnight in Sulmona. (Meals B/L/D)

Day 7: Departure
After breakfast transfer to Rome and end of our services. (Meals B/-/-)

Day 1 : Sulmona
Arrival in Rome and transfer to Sulmona. Home of artists and popes, located in a valley at the foot of the Majella mountains, Sulmona is a real natural gateway to the woods and high pastures of the Majella National Park. The city has preserved a typically Roman and medieval architecture, giving it a noble and elegant character. Dinner based on local products, overnight in Sulmona

Day 2: Elegant Sulmona and S. Bartolomeo hermitage (3-4h walking, + 280 m – 240 m, 7.8 Km)
After breakfast, private transfer to Decontra, a small shepherds' village built in local stones and wood located on the high plateau overlooking the Gorges of the Orfento river. Abruzzo is a region with a strong religious tradition, its mountains hide hundreds of hermitages, today we will discover one of the most beautiful, known and better kept, the hermitage of S. Bartolomeo with its small church and its modest room carved into the cliff, near a stream. This mystical place was chosen for the hermitage by Pope Celestine V and his disciples during the 13th century. Back to the farm where we could get to know Paolino, our young host man, shepherd for generations who can enchant us with his stories of wolves, wars and agricultural life that he lived during his 90 years still in his land. Family dinner at the farm using local products cooked by our host Marisa, overnight at the farm

Day 3 : Deep on the Orfento Gorge (4-5h walking, + 350 m - 390, 12.4 Km)
Orfento is an impetuous and rebellious torrent starting from the high summits of the Majella and descending towards the valley. Over the centuries, its flow action hollowed out the spectacular "Gorges de l'Orfento", which have become integral natural reserves, home to some of the richest flora and fauna in Italy. Splendid beech woods and water flowers line the banks of the river. The steep and colorful cliffs protect the ecosystem of the gorges. Back from our loop at the Decontra farm we will learn the art of artisanal bread making in a stone oven with Marisa. Dinner and overnight at the farm

Day 4: Following the wolves(5-6 h walking, + 650 m – 1250 m, 16.3 Km )
After breakfast, private transfer to the foot of the Majella, at Passo S. Leonardo. This itinerary in the heart of the Majella, nicknamed the “mother mountain”, will lead you in the footsteps of wolves. From Passo S. Leonardo, the path rises to the top of Mount Mileto, from where you can enjoy a magnificent view overlooking the entire Caramanico plateau and, in the background, the “ Gran Sasso ”. On several occasions, wolves have been seen in this area alternating clearings and dense woods. The animal is the symbol of the park, but its fierce character makes it difficult to spot. The descent to the woods and conifers will take you to Pacentro, a "rock boat" whose bow is directed towards Sulmona. Visit the village of Pacentro and transfer to Scanno, a small mountain village with its houses leaning against each other, its tiny squares, fountains and the “cimmoses”, these landings of houses where women perform their domestic and artisanal tasks. The village, located 1000 mt downstream from the Sagittarius gorges, is included in the list of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Installation at the hotel, at the end of the afternoon we will taste a selection of the best wines from the region, dinner and overnight at Scanno.


Day 5 : Scanno, Frattura et Villalago (5-6 h walking, + 450 m –550 m, 14.3 Km )
The balcony path that faces the valley surrounds Scanno and its heart-shaped lake crosses high mountain pastures to reach the village of Frattura. The passage in this village is a real return in the past, the dialect as an official language and the life punctuated by the seasons. Arrival in the village of Villalago, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Visit of the Village then return to Scanno by public bus and visit of a local craft workshop (at a goldsmith's or a "tombolo" workshop, typical knitted of the village), dinner and overnight at the hotel in Scanno.


Day 6 : Scanno Lake (3 h walking, + 200 m – 200 m, 7.5 Km )
Today's ride will take place between tracks and small woods to reach Lake Scanno, the goal of our loop. Depending on the season and the weather, you can immerse yourself in its crystal clear waters. Return to Scanno, around 2 p.m. transfer by public bus to Sulmona. Installation at the hotel, then free time for the visit of Sulmona and its beautiful monuments, including the incredible Roman aqueduct and its old companies of "confetti", almond candies covered with sugar. Dinner and overnight in Sulmona.


Day 7: Departure
After breakfast transfer to Rome and end of our services.