Take your students on a Roman Conquest. See the sites in Barcelona, then cross into France and visit the fortified town of Carcassonne. Explore the Nîmes area and see remarkably preserved ancient ruins. Visit tiny but rich Monaco. Cross into Italy and visit Pisa. Marvel at the artwork in Florence, then Rome where you can walk in ancient footsteps and enjoy the art of the Vatican.
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Italy
10 Days
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Monte Carlo Grand Casino
Arena of Nîmes
Carcassonne Castle
Gaudi's La Padrera
Leaning Tower of Pisa
St. Peter's Basilica
Ponte Vecchio
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Your adventure, day by day
Day 1 :
Depart from North America
Depart from North America
Fly through the night to Europe.
Day 2 :
Arrive in Barcelona
Welcome to Barcelona!
Arrive in the Barcelona and begin exploring.
Day 3 :
Barcelona
Discover Barcelona with a local guide
A local guide introduces you to Barcelona: the Olympic Stadium, the Barri Gòtic, Gaudí's unfinished Sagrada Família, his Casa Milà and his Park Güell.
Cooking class
Day 4 :
Carcassonne
Explore Carcassonne
Cross into France and visit the huge medieval fortified town of Carcassonne.
Day 5 :
Nîmes-Pont du Gard and Cote D'Azur
Take a walking tour of Nîmes
Explore Nîmes, including the Maison Carrée, as well as the Nîmes Arena, an ancient Roman amphitheatre that was converted to a bullring in the 19th century. See the Pont du Gard.
LEAP Painters' ProvenceContinue to the Cote D’Azur
Enjoy your ride to Cote D'Azur.
LEAP Activity | Painters’ Provence
Make a sales pitch for a masterpiece by Cezanne, Monet, or another artist whose works highlight Provencal landscapes. Understand the impact that the light and landscape had on these artists.
Day 6 :
Monaco
Explore Monaco & Eze
Visit the tiny principality of Monaco, playground of the ultrarich. See Prince Rainier's palace and the famous casino.
Day 7 :
Pisa
Travel to Italy
Leave France and cross into Italy.
LEAP Great Renaissance DebateExplore Pisa
See the incredible Leaning Tower of Pisa and explore the Baptistry.
Continue to Florence
Enjoy the quick ride across the Tuscan landscape.
LEAP Activity | Great Renaissance Debate
Greet six renaissance giants including Giotto, Galileo, and Isabella d’Este, and debate who made the greatest impact on civilization.
Day 8 :
Florence
See Florence with a local guide
Florence is home to some of the most astounding pieces of art in the world. Join a local guide for a sightseeing tour of "the Cradle of the Renaissance". See the Duomo, Ghiberti's bronze Baptistry doors, and the Church of Santa Croce. In the Accademia, see Michelangelo's David.
Continue to Rome
Continue to the Italian capital, Rome.
Enjoy an evening walking tour
Enjoy an evening walking tour of the Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain.
Day 9 :
Vatican and Ancient Rome
See Vatican City with a local guide
With a local guide, discover the artistic legacy of Catholicism in the Vatican City. View the famous works of religious art in the Vatican Museum, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica, the world's largest Christian church.
Discover Rome with a local guide
Walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans at the Colosseum, the Arch of Constantine, and the Forum.
Day 10 :
Return Home OR Extend your Stay
Depart to the US
Our rewarding and enjoyable tour comes to an end as our Tour Director accompanies us to the airport on our final day. Or, opt to stay longer.
Extend your stay | Extra days in Rome
Extend your visit to Italy by adding extra days to explore the Eternal City. Travel to Rome to explore and learn about the city’s rich history.
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Up to Three College Credits Included with this Program
Through our Discovery for Credit Program, students traveling on an international WorldStrides program have the opportunity to earn academic credit by completing an online course that allows them to reflect upon many of the themes and topics explored during their travel program. Those in grades 6–12 at the time of travel can earn free elective high school credit upon successful completion of both the travel program and online course. Through our university partner, George Mason University, eligible students in grades 9-12 at the time of travel can earn up to three college credits upon successful completion of both the travel program and online course. Students who earn credit with WorldStrides will find this distinguishes them as online learners and gives them a jump-start on their path to a successful higher education experience. Click here for more details.
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