See the Romantic Roads of Germany and Italy. Begin in Rothenburg for a tour with a local guide. Then, it's on to Munich where you will see the Glockenspiel, Nymphenburg, and more. Continue on to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart. Wind your way through Venice, exploring the city's canals. Arrive in Verona, the setting of Romeo and Juliet, and enjoy the olive groves of the Tuscan countryside. Finish your journey in Florence, "the Cradle of the Renaissance."
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Italy, Germany
10 Days
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Your adventure, day by day
Day 1 :
Depart from United States
Enjoy your overnight flight to Germany
Day 2 :
Welcome to Germany!
Arrive in Frankfurt
Transfer to Rothenburg and begin your exploration of its gingerbread architecture, flowing fountains, and imposing towers. Darkness doesn't stop a night watchman's tour of the city's walls.
Day 3 :
Rothenburg
Explore Rothenburg with a Local Guide
Join your Tour Director for a walking tour of the Altstadt, an impressive citadel without a single modern building.
Continue to Munich
This afternoon, travel the Romantic Road as you continue through Bavaria's countryside to Munich.
Day 4 :
Munich-Dachau
Guided Tour of Munich
Sightseeing with a local guide brings you to the Olympic stadium, the Frauenkirche, the Glockenspiel, and Nymphenburg, which includes 500 acres lined with French trimmed hedges, three pavilions, and a miniature palace.
Visit Dachau
See what is now a memorial to those who suffered at this Nazi concentration camp.
LEAP Bask in Bavarian Arts
Tonight, learn to dance in local style!
LEAP Activity | Bask in Bavarian Arts
Discover the links between traditional dance and Bavarian history. Listen to and learn Bavarian music while participating in ancient folklore storytelling. You’ll also learn (and demonstrate) a variety of traditional dance steps as taught by local experts.
Day 5 :
Salzburg
Discover Salzburg with your Tour Director
The Alpine scenery and exquisite churches of Salzburg were the perfect setting for The Sound of Music. Enjoy the city with a local guide and tour Mozart's birthplace. Marvel at the Hohensalzburg fortress and breathtaking arched roof of the Dom as you wonder how a WWII bomb could have been dropped through the center!
Day 6 :
Venice
Wind Your Way Through Venice
After a beautiful drive through spectacular scenery, drive through this labyrinth of city streets set upon 100 tiny islands.
Day 7 :
Venice
Tour Venice with a Local Guide
Continue your exploration of the city of canals with a local guide and enjoy highlights that include St. Mark's Cathedral, Rialto, and the Bridge of Sighs. Step into the Doge's Palace, rich in Venetian art and Political intrigue.
Add On: Behind the Carnival Mask!
Create a Venetian mask inspired by the Italian Carnival, the Commedia dell'Arte - or by your imagination! Learn the meaning of the mask and its historical significance, then decorate yours using professional techniques.
Day 8 :
Verona
Visit Verona
En route to Tuscany, stop in Verona to see the famous balcony where Shakespeare's forbidden lovers expressed their heartache. Enjoy the olive groves and vineyards of the Tuscan countryside.
LEAP Great Renaissance Debate
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 9 :
Florence
Explore Florence with a Local Guide
See the city of romance and immense beauty with a local guide, who will show you the highlights of Florence, "the Cradle of the Renaissance." See the Duomo, Ghiberti's Baptistry doors, the tiny shops of the Ponte Vecchio, and the Church of Santa Croce. Immerse yourself even further in this city's artistic offerings as you view Michelangelo's David within the Accademia.
LEAP Cucina Fiorentina
Roll up your sleeves and create delicacies tonight!
LEAP Activity | Cucina Fiorentina
Cook up a three-course traditional meal with a local chef using fresh local produce. Get a taste of Tuscan life and zesty flavors! Mangia!
Day 10 :
Return Home OR Extend Your Stay
Depart from Italy
Board a flight home or extend your stay with two nights in Rome.
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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