Scenic inland drive to Pennabilli (approx. 1h10–1h30). Expect winding roads after leaving the coast—drive carefully at night and allow extra time for narrow stretches.
If awake, take a brief walk to a nearby viewpoint for night views of the valley, then rest—Pennabilli is peaceful after dark and a good place to recharge for the next day.
Grab espresso and a cornetto at a local bar or have breakfast at your accommodation — many bars open by 7:00–8:00, but confirm if you need an earlier start.
Explore the Franciscan sanctuary where St. Francis is said to have received the stigmata; the outdoor complex and chapels are typically accessible from mid‑morning — check seasonal chapel and museum opening hours.
Enjoy simple mountain dishes—polenta, soups, mushrooms or local game—at the sanctuary refectory or a nearby rifugio; midday lunch service is common but hours vary by season.
Check in at on-site foresteria, a nearby guesthouse or Rifugio/Albergo La Verna — staying here keeps you close to sunrise, evening services and the mountain atmosphere; confirm booking in advance as options are limited.
Attend Vespers if available or explore quieter corners of the sanctuary, chapels and cloisters in the softer afternoon light; some religious spaces have set visiting times so check locally.
Dine on hearty mountain cuisine—local cold cuts, cheeses, polenta or game—at your foresteria or the nearby rifugio; evening meal service typically runs from ~19:00 depending on lodging.
Drive from Monte La Verna down into Arezzo (approx. 1h10–1h30). The road descends through scenic Tuscan foothills — expect narrow country stretches near the sanctuary.
Arrive in Arezzo and relax with a coffee on the sloping Piazza Grande to enjoy the medieval atmosphere; cafés are open mid‑morning and the square is a great orientation point.
Visit the Basilica to see Piero della Francesca’s famous fresco cycle; access can be limited and sometimes requires timed entry or guided visits, so check opening hours and reserve if possible.
Choose a short visit to Arezzo’s Duomo for its stained glass or Casa Vasari for art and history context — confirm opening hours which can be limited to mid‑morning/afternoon windows.
Enjoy a classic Tuscan lunch such as pappardelle al cinghiale, ribollita or bistecca in an osteria near Piazza Grande — many places serve lunch 12:00–14:30, reserve if popular.
Drive northeast toward Cesena via the A1/E45 corridor (approx. 2h15–2h30). Allow extra time for highway junctions and possible traffic near major nodes.
Arrive in Cesena and grab a piadina farcita or espresso at a central cafe for a light refresh before visiting the town’s main sights; most lunchtime cafés are still open in the late afternoon.
Visit the 15th‑century Biblioteca Malatestiana, a rare preserved humanist library; check opening hours and guided-tour times in advance as they can be limited, often closing by early evening.
Explore the Rocca fortress area and nearby viewpoints for short walks and views over Cesena; parts of the fortress may have seasonally limited access, so verify local hours.
Drive to Rimini Federico Fellini Airport or central Rimini (approx. 45–60 minutes). If you have an evening flight, plan to return the car and arrive at the airport 1.5–2.5 hours before departure.
Return the rental car and complete airline check‑in/security. If you’re not departing immediately, enjoy a final aperitivo or dinner on the Rimini seafront — many restaurants open late.