Roma Caput Mundi is an eight-day educational travel experience rooted in the physical landscapes of the ancient world. This program transforms classroom learning into lived experience as students explore Rome, Naples, and surrounding archaeological sites that shaped Latin language, literature, and culture.
Following the Suburani Latin textbook, this program allows students to follow familiar characters and narratives while walking the very streets where Roman history unfolded. Participants connect Latin vocabulary and grammar to temples, forums, villas, and cities preserved by time.
Our student programs in Italy offer guided exploration, interactive workshops, and site-based learning, where students don’t just study Latin, but truly experience it. This program is a powerful opportunity to develop historical understanding, critical thinking, and cultural appreciation.
*Travelers do not need to arrange their own air. Air travel is included in the program, but the cost will be added once the group air contract is confirmed. Price is valid for 2027
8 days
Day 1 | En Route
Depart for Italy on an overnight transatlantic flight.
Meals Included: None
Day 2 | Rome
Arrive in Italy and transfer to the city center. Explore highlights such as the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain before enjoying a welcome dinner and introduction to Italian cuisine.
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 3 | Rome
Explore the Roman Forum, Colosseum, and the Domus Aurea, Emperor Nero’s palace complex buried beneath the Oppian Hill.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 4 | Rome
Visit the archaeological site of Ostia Antica. Return to Rome for a guided street food tour and a Circus Maximus virtual and augmented reality experience.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 5 | Naples
Travel south to Naples. Visit Herculaneum, then climb Mount Vesuvius to learn about volcanic history. End the day with a Neapolitan pizza-making class.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 | Naples
Explore Pompeii, followed by a guided visit to Naples Underground, revealing layers of Greek, Roman, and medieval history beneath the city.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 7 | Rome & Vatican City
Return to Rome by train. Visit the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica, then participate in an art or pottery workshop. Celebrate with a farewell dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8 | Return
Depart Italy and return to the United States.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Prices are based on a minimum group size of 18 students. If the minimum is not met and your group cannot be combined, a small-group supplement will apply. Final pricing is determined by confirmed dates, air arrangements, family stay communities, program components, group size, and number of leaders at final billing.
Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in fuel prices, exchange rates, and airfare costs beyond the control of Xperitas.
The order of itinerary items may change due to unforeseen circumstances prior to or during the program.
He would not have taken French for four years if this trip wasn’t planned. And now he is taking a fifth year of French. My son has always been a saver. But having to save and earn money to pay for the majority of this trip was a life-long lesson. He is hoping to visit France and other countries in the future.
The partners in Costa Rica are fabulous! Everything was well-organized, and kids were always engaged. Our guide, Jimmy, truly is an educator and ambassador of his country. All of the students and leaders really enjoyed his personality, love of his country and knowledge. The Family Stay Experience was also very wonderful!
The first day, I immediately went up in a restaurant and ordered my food in full German. That confidence and encouragement from the restaurant staff set me up to feel confident in my skills and I was extremely proud of myself! Be open to new experiences. It’s a whole new culture and way of life, so if you seclude yourself from really cool opportunities, you won’t get as much out of everything!
I was very impressed overall with our experience with Xperitas. Everyone was very helpful and knowledgeable and the website and other resources were excellent!
The focus on language and personalized touch sets this program apart from the rest.
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