Overview
Wander around Sorrento, home of the mythical Sirens, and learn how to prepare traditional Neapolitan dishes under the guidance of local chefs. Then, venture to the beautiful isle of Capri to see its ancient landmarks and stunning, limestone sea stacks. Delve into the mysteries of Pompeii — a legendary city left preserved after a catastrophic volcanic eruption — and explore the treasures at the National Archaeological Museum in Naples. In Rome, experience the majestic past of the "Eternal City,” from the Colosseum to Vatican City.
Itinerary
Day 1
Start tour
Day 2
Arrive in Sorrento
Meet your Tour Director
Your 24-hour Tour Director will meet you at the airport and remain with your group until your final airport departure.
Day 3
Travel to Paestum
Paestum guided excursion
Day 4
Capri & Villa Jovis excursion
Capri excursion, Villa Jovis visit
LEAP Cucina Napoletana!
Cooking class with dinner
Day 5
Travel to Rome via Naples & Pompeii
Pompeii excursion
Guided tour of Pompeii led by a local guide – they will stop at various points of the sites to talk about the volcanic eruption, the impact on the town and the ruins.
Naples Archaeological Museum visit
Visit the National Archaeological Museum, one of the finest antiquities museums in the world. With its Roman and Greek sculpture, this museum contains one of Europe's most valuable archaeological collections, highlighted by the select Farnese acquisitions, and the mosaics and sculpture excavated at Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Day 6
Rome guided sightseeing tour
Colosseum visit with Whisper headset, Arch of Constantine, Forum Romanum visit
LEAP Caesar's Gladiators
Gladiator school visit
Day 7
Ostia Antica & Catacombs excursion
Ostia Antica visit, LEAP Ostia Antica ceremony, Catacombs visit
Day 8
Vatican City guided walking sightseeing tour with Whisper headsets
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel visit, St. Peter’s Basilica visit
Hadrian's Villa Tivoli excursion (optional)
Travel to Tivoli to explore two of Italy’s most remarkable villas. At Hadrian’s Villa, built as Emperor Hadrian’s retreat from Rome, wander through the ruins of baths, gardens, and the famous reflecting pool once surrounded by marble columns. Continue to Villa d’Este, a Renaissance masterpiece known for its ornate halls and cascading fountains.
Day 9
Flight home from Rome
Already Included
Transportation to & from your destination
Hotel accommodations
Meals (unless otherwise noted on your itinerary)
Admissions to top attractions (details in itinerary)
Guided sightseeing tours & city walks (details in itinerary)
Tips for local guides and drivers
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
Free high school credit for students who choose to complete WorldStrides free online coursework post-program
Professional development credits (CEUs) for educators
Scenes from Italy
Health & Safety
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
WorldStrides provides over $2.5 million in financial assistance each year to thousands of families. Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of less than $85,000 may qualify. One simple call to Customer Service and you’ll know how much may be available for your trip even before signing up. Please note: financial assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payment Plans
Advantage Payment Plan
At program sign-up you can opt to pay in full, or break up the cost of your trip with the Advantage Payment Plan. This plan allows you to pay a small initial deposit, then have your remaining payments spread out into affordable monthly amounts.
EZPay
We offer an EZPay option, which is a simple way to pay for your WorldStrides program by scheduling hassle-free, automatic drafts from your checking account. With EZPay, you'll never be late or miss an installment.
Fundraising Tools
Our easy-to-use tools put students in the driver's seat of their own fundraising efforts. Students can send e-cards, share links on social media, and even send out printed letters through WorldStrides' Gift of Education program. In one click friends and family members can make a direct donation to the trip - with 100% of the money raised going to offset their trip price. Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education.
Also, WorldStrides makes program-specific scholarships available as well as other scholarship resources. Ask your Account Manager for more information about scholarships and fundraising tools.