What is included in the SloWays package?

Our self-guided trip along the Cammino dei Borghi Silenti includes selected small hotels and family-run B&Bs, daily luggage transfers, a personalised SloWays App with GPS maps, 24/7 support and detailed documentation so you walk freely while we take care of the rest.

When is the best time to walk it?

The tour runs daily from 1 March to 31 October. Spring and autumn are ideal, with mild temperatures, blooming or colourful landscapes and long daylight hours. Summer is also possible, especially with early starts to avoid the midday heat.

How do I reach the start and finish?

You travel by train to Orvieto, the nearest main hub. From there, your package includes a private transfer to Tenaglie, where the Cammino dei Borghi Silenti loop begins. At the end of the trip, we provide a transfer to Alviano train station, with onward rail connections to Rome, Florence, Perugia or other Italian destinations.

Cammino dei Borghi Silenti: Into the Quiet Soul of Umbria

Q: How long is the Cammino?

The full route of the Cammino dei Borghi Silenti is about 90 km, completed in 7 walking days. The loop begins and ends in Tenaglie with daily stages ranging from 9 to 20 km.

Q: Is the route difficult?

The Cammino dei Borghi Silenti is considered moderate. Terrain is mostly unsurfaced country paths, forest tracks and quiet rural lanes, with generally gentle elevation changes and some longer climbs or descents. It suits walkers with a moderate fitness level and many stages offer shortcuts or alternatives.

Q: Is the route well marked?

Yes. You follow the official yellow waymarks of the Cammino dei Borghi Silenti, which are clear and easy to recognise along the entire loop.

Q: What about food and local culture?

This journey is ideal for lovers of good, simple, authentic cuisine: local olive oil, truffles, umbrichelli pasta, pecorino cheese, game dishes and wines such as Orvieto Classico. Villages along the Cammino dei Borghi Silenti are small and atmospheric, perfect for slow exploration, tasting local products, meeting artisans and enjoying an Italy far from the crowds.

Q: Is it suitable for solo travellers or first-time walkers?

Yes. The Cammino dei Borghi Silenti is peaceful, safe, well marked and supported by our app and assistance. Distances are manageable and each village offers a warm welcome, helping solo or beginner travellers feel immediately at home.

Highlights

Orvieto, one of Umbria’s most striking hilltowns, with its Gothic cathedral, ancient Etruscan foundations, artisanal workshops and sweeping valley views.
A seven-day loop through the Monti Amerini, following woodland paths and ridgelines with unforgettable panoramas over Lake Corbara and the Umbrian hills.
Historic villages like Tenaglie, Melezzole, Morre, Baschi and Civitella del Lago — small, authentic and full of atmosphere.

Stays in small, family-run accommodations, where warm hospitality and Umbrian cuisine (olive oil, truffles, rustic pasta, local wines) complete the experience.
A low-impact, slow-travel route that supports lesser-known communities and celebrates nature, silence and simplicity.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Cammino?
The full route of the Cammino dei Borghi Silenti is about 90 km, completed in 7 walking days.
The loop begins and ends in Tenaglie and includes daily stages ranging from 9 to 20 km.

Is the route difficult?
The Cammino dei Borghi Silenti is considered moderate. The terrain is mostly unsurfaced country paths, forest tracks and quiet rural lanes.
Elevation changes are generally gentle, though some stages include longer climbs or descents. The route is perfect for walkers with a moderate level of fitness, and many stages offer shortcuts or alternatives.

Is the route well marked?
Yes. You’ll follow the official yellow waymarks of the Cammino dei Borghi Silenti, clear and easy to recognise along the entire loop.

What about food and local culture?
This is a journey for lovers of good, simple, authentic cuisine: local olive oil, truffles, umbrichelli pasta, pecorino cheese, game dishes and excellent wines like Orvieto Classico.
Villages along the Cammino dei Borghi Silenti are small and atmospheric — perfect for slow exploration, tasting local products, meeting artisans and enjoying an Italy far from the crowds.

Is it suitable for solo travellers or first-time walkers?
Absolutely. The Cammino dei Borghi Silenti is peaceful, safe, well marked and supported by our app and assistance.
The distances are manageable, and each village offers a warm welcome that makes solo or beginner travellers feel immediately at home.