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Florence, Emilia-Romagna, Venice -
8 nights / 9 days -
STEM, Design, Art, History, Culture, Culinary Arts
Italy’s rich history provides a deep well of knowledge for students to explore. Beyond academics, experiencing Italian culture—its language, food, art, and traditions—broadens students’ global perspectives and helps foster their appreciation for cultural diversity.
Italy is renowned for profound contributions to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
This is perfectly synthesized in Emilia-Romagna’s ‘Motor Valley’. Industrial designers are pushing boundaries in automotive design at Ferrari, Lamborghini and uber-niche Pagani and Dallara, where students will gain access and have hands-on STEM experiences. This fun itinerary will ignite a passion for learning and inspire students to see the interconnectedness of disciplines, the value of creativity, and richness of human history.
Discover Italy’s rich history, culture, and innovation through immersive experiences.
Top Highlights
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Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class with Florentine Chef -
Ferrari Museum and Pagani Factory Tour in ‘Motor Valley’ -
Hands-on Art Workshop in Ancient Palazzo -
Parmesan Cheese Factory Tour -
Dallara Academy Supercars and Didactical Laboratories -
Venice’s Canals and Basilica San Marco
What’s Included
We design unforgettable educational journeys for you and your students. Our educational trips include:
- Shared occupancy at centrally located 3* and 4* hotels
- Breakfast at hotels
- Dinners at restaurants featuring local cuisine
- Private Coach transfers
- Private tours and experiences
- Full support from your travel designer and on the ground
- International Flights
Itinerary
Arrive in Florence
Florence
The gorgeous capital of Italy’s Tuscany region, Florence, lies towards the centre of the country, a tiny city with a massive heart and an even larger supply of artistic and historical treasures. For centuries, travellers have flocked en masse to the birthplace of the Renaissance movement to marvel at its abundant array of grandiose masterworks of architecture and art. Paramount to any itinerary are Michelangelo’s David, the awe-inspiring Botticelli works, and, of course, Brunelleschi’s remarkable cupola, the religious heart of Florence, which dominates the skyline. Once these popular tourist favourites have been ticked off, take a stroll around the alluring Boboli Gardens or climb the hill to the church of San Miniato al Monte to experience enthralling views of this beautiful, beguiling city.
Activities:
- Accademia Gallery: appreciate works by great Italian artists, including the world’s most famous statue, Michelangelo’s David
- Mercato Centrale Market Tour: experience the myriad of foods and specialities that make Italian cuisine so famous
- Italian Cooking Class: master the art of pizza making before crafting delicious gelato under the guidance of an expert pizza chef
- San Lorenzo market: wander the stands selling famous Florentine wares including leather goods (coats, belts, handbags, gloves), stationery, ceramics, jewellery, and perfumes
- Florentine Scavenger Hunt: breakout into small teams to solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks
- Hands-on Art Workshop: paint a “miniatura” (miniature) of Florence’s Dome on gold leaf mounted paper using traditional pigments and techniques, then take it home as a keepsake of this incredible and unique experience
Emilia-Romagna
Extending from the Adriatic Sea, between the Apennine Mountains to the Po River, the region of Emilia-Romagna is famous for its incredible gastronomy, art and architecture filled cities and glorious seaside areas. Prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiano-Reggiano (parmesan) cheese, balsamic vinegar of Modena, and mortadella di Bologna all originate here – not to mention numerous other local specialities. Art lovers can enjoy some of the most magnificent and significant mosaics in Italy at Ravenna, including opulent and well-preserved examples from the sixth and seventh centuries; as well as a wealth of spectacular gallies, castles everywhere you look, and gorgeous Gothic and Renaissance cathedrals and opera houses. Emilia-Romagna was both the birthplace and inspiration for Verdi and Toscanini, as well as the home of Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Maserati. Beautiful beaches and idyllic seaside resorts along the Romagna Riviera top off the package.
Activities:
- Bologna walking tour: visit the ancient buildings of Bologna University, including the Anatomical Theatre where medieval medical students witnessed dissections
- Interactive EATALY Cooking Class: learn some culinary tips and techniques to expand your cooking skills from the best chefs
- Guided Ferrari Museum Tour: see an incredible collection of cars and learn about Ferrari’s innovations
- Ferrari “Pit Stop” Experience: engage in team building as you experience what it’s like as a pit crew mechanic at an F1 race
- Pagani Museum and Atelier Tour: explore the world of hypercars and witness the craftsmanship behind these automotive masterpieces
- Casa Giusti Balsamic Vinegar Tour and Tasting: visit one of the world’s most prestigious balsamic producers, learning how the Giusti brand has thrived using traditional methods to make their “black gold”
- Parmesan Cheese Factory Tour: experience the daily traditional method of pressing parmesan cheese wheels in Parma, a UNESCO Creative City for Gastronomy
- Dallara Academy: enjoy an immersive learning experience exploring race car design, production, and aerodynamics at Italy’s largest multi-national race car manufacturer
- Parma Foodie Scavenger Hunt: explore the historic city centre, meeting local shop owners and sampling some of the amazing gastronomic products
Venice
Venice is a small, unique city in Italy’s Veneto region, a historical centre consisting of 118 small islands in a lagoon of the Adriatic Sea, linked together by a complex web of canals and footbridges. The stately palaces and ancient churches exist as fascinating remnants of what was once an important trading centre between Europe and the Orient. From the famous Gothic Palazzo Ducale, and the breathtaking Basilica di San Marco to the incomprehensible radiance of Titian’s Assunta altarpiece illuminating an entire cathedral, Venice has remained virtually unchanged in the past 600 years.
Activities:
- Guided City Tour: see the city’s most iconic locations, including the Piazza and Basilica San Marco, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Bridge, and the labyrinth of laneways and canals that make the city so unique
- Grand Canal Cruise: float down the water, seeing the palazzos lit up at night as a memorable finish to an incredible Italian journey
Depart from Venice
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itinerary is a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you.
Why we are
the top choice for your next luxury trip.
Our unique approach to planning transformative experiences ensures our clients gain more than just a vacation: they come away with a greater understanding of the world, their place in it, and how the journey has enriched their lives.
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Travel is about more than just going from point A to point B. It’s an experience; we’re here to help you create the best possible one for you and your family or friends. -
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Our team of experienced travel planners has an eye for detail, meaning no stone goes unturned when crafting the perfect itinerary. Whenever you want it, the way you want it.
