Located in the region of Umbria, Assisi is the birthplace of Saint Francis. Students will visit the the main Basilica, UNESCO world heritage site which takes its name from the famed St. Francis. This site is made up of the Franciscan monastery and the lower and upper church. The church was... Read More

Where the waters of the Mediterranean meet the rugged cliffs of the north eastern Italian coast is where you will find five fishing towns known as Cinque Terre. Explore all five cities, Monterosso Al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore, and the surrounding national park - named... Read More

The green, hilly countrysides of Lazio, Umbria, and Tuscany are thick with history, as you'll notice while exploring the well-preserved medieval towns that dot the hillsides. In these towns, you'll experience the essence of Italy and feel like you're wandering through a different time. Most... Read More

Located in south-western Umbria, Orvieto was founded by Etruscans and is home to a labyrinth of caves and tunnels that lie beneath the city's surface. The site of the city is among the most dramatic in Europe, rising above the almost-vertical faces of tufo cliffs that are completed by defensive... Read More

Siena and San Gimignano, both UNESCO world heritage sites, enchant students with their medieval charm. Nestled in the rolling hills of Tuscany, Siena it the perfect escape from city life. The tranquil, laid-back lifestyle of this Tuscan hill town allows students to leisurely take in its sights.... Read More

Visitors have every reason to be captivated by Verona's charm and sophistication, just as Shakespeare was when he set the story of Romeo and Juliet here. Named a UNESCO world heritage site in 2000, students can enjoy the view from Juliet's balcony, and visit one of the largest and best-preserved... Read More

Known as "the eternal city", Rome is a vibrant metropolis that seamlessly blends historical landmarks with modern Italian style. Enjoy limone gelato as you stroll through the narrow streets of Trastevere, the first neighborhood of Rome. Tour the "city within a city", the Vatican, and... Read More