Far from being a dead language, Latin is still very much alive and waiting for students’ discovery on this eight-day program. Students will discover temples, arenas, and even an active volcano as they make modern connections to the ancient world. As they explore Naples, Rome, and the surrounding areas, students will follow the Suburani Latin textbook series and immerse themselves in the stories and adventures of its beloved characters. 8 Day Latin Program in Italy
Program Overview
8 Days
Teacher Led
Family Stay: No Family Stay
From $4,969.00 pp from
Features
Round-Trip Airfare Overnight Accommodations In-Country Transportation Insurance 24/7 Emergency Support While Abroad
Program Itinerary
Day 1En Route
The group's excitement will build as students and teachers leave home, embark on their transatlantic flight, and depart for Italy!
Included meals:
None
Day 2Roma
Say “Buongiorno” to il Bel Paese! After landing, clearing customs, and making their way to the city center, students will navigate the modern hustle and bustle of the Eternal City. They can stroll by major tourist attractions such as the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain before enjoying a welcome dinner, and an introduction to Italy’s delicious cuisine, with their travel companions.
Included meals:
Dinner
Day 3Roma
Students will discover modern Rome’s layers of ancient history. They’ll explore well-known sites like the Forum and the Colosseum but also the Domus Aurea, Emperor Nero's vast palace complex now buried underneath the surrounding Oppian Hill.
Included meals:
Breakfast
Day 4Roma
Students will visit the archeological complex at Ostia Antica, a less visited but sprawling, well-preserved site that will allow students to learn about the layout of Roman settlements and orient themselves for the days of exploration ahead. After returning to the city center, the group will enjoy a guided street food tour and, with the help of virtual and augmented reality, find the Circus Maximus sporting complex restored to some of its former glory.
Included meals:
Breakfast
Day 5Naples
This morning, the group will head south to discover Naples, a melting pot of Classical and modern civilizations. Students will spend the morning at the archeological site at Herculaneum, the first Vesuvian city to be uncovered and explored. Then, students will climb Mount Vesuvius to learn about the geological processes that formed the volcano and the volcanic activity that covered the nearby Roman settlements in 79 CE while enjoying expansive views of the surrounding countryside and coastline. They will conclude the day with a cooking class to learn how to make authentic Neapolitan pizza.
Included meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6Naples
The students' textbooks will come alive as they explore Pompeii, one of the best-known Roman sites. Students can wander the sprawling urban complex and contemplate the layers of ash and rubble that preserved the city. Students will conclude the day with a visit to Naples Underground, a network of caverns, aqueducts, and tunnels built by the Greeks, improved by the Romans, and used throughout the history of the city.
Included meals:
Breakfast
Day 7Roma
After a return train to Roma, students will visit Vatican City, the only sovereign country in the world where Latin is the official language. After exploring the Vatican Museums’ extensive collection and taking in the cavernous St. Peter’s Basilica, students will learn about ancient artisanal practices and try their hand at a painting or pottery workshop. Finally, they will celebrate a successful program abroad with a group farewell dinner.
Included meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8Return
After a final breakfast at the hotel, students will say "arrivederci" to Italy and all the amazing sites they have explored during their time abroad. They can browse photos and videos and discuss their transformational experience on the return flight to the United States.
Included meals:
Breakfast
The Family Stay Experience®
We believe that spending time with a family, speaking their language and participating in their customs is the best and most authentic way to experience another culture. It’s also what makes our programs different from any other travel experience. After 50 years of arranging family stays, we’re no longer surprised when our participants say that spending time with a family was the best part of their experience!
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