Middle School: Explore Italy
From gladiators to gelato to gondolas, Italy has always been an icon of rich culture and traditions.
This interactive tour encompasses Italy’s top hits. Discover the country’s ancient past in sites such as the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, stare up at Michelangelo’s masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, walk across Florence’s famous medieval bridge, and take a ride down Venice’s winding canals.Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2026: March 19, April 3-8, May 1, June 29, and August 14-15. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Milan • Venice
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Travel to Venice
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Day 3: Venice
Take a guided tour of Venice
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Visit the Doge's Palace
See a glass-blowing demonstration
Enjoy a gondola ride
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Day 4: Venice • Florence
Travel to Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Chiesa di Santa Croce
- Gates of Paradise
Visit the Duomo
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Day 5: Florence
Full day to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Pisa
Journey to Pisa on this half-day excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s Field of Miracles, where you can snap a picture of the 12th-century Leaning Tower, aslant ever since the third floor was built. This is where Galileo was said to have developed his laws of gravity. Also visit the adjacent cathedral and baptistery, which contain exquisite marble pulpits carved in the Gothic style.
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Day 6: Florence • Assisi • Rome
Travel to Assisi
Visit the Basilica of St. Francis
Tour Assisi with an expert local guide
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Day 7: Rome
Visit the Roman Forum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 8: Rome
Full day to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
In the Kitchen: A sweet taste of Italy
Discover why food plays such an integral role in Italy’s culture as you dive into this hands-on cooking class. Together with expert chefs, learn how to make delicious gelato, cookies, and biscuits. As you make the treats, your chefs will share stories about the importance of food in Italy, including the history of biscuits and why they’re used to celebrate special days. You’ll find out the tricks of Italian cuisine, learn all about the ingredients you’re using, and walk away with a new (delicious) Italian vocabulary. At the end of the class, you’ll be able to taste and enjoy what you and your group have created. You’ll also be able to take cookies home (if there’s any left!).Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 9: Pompeii • Sorrento region
Travel to Pompeii
Take a guided tour of Pompeii
Continue on to the Sorrento region
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Day 10: Capri • Rome
Travel by ferry to Capri
Take a guided tour of Capri
Enjoy a boat cruise
Travel to Rome
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Milan • Venice
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
Travel to Venice
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Day 3: Venice
Take a guided tour of Venice
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Visit the Doge's Palace
See a glass-blowing demonstration
Enjoy a gondola ride
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Day 4: Venice • Florence
Travel to Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Chiesa di Santa Croce
- Gates of Paradise
Visit the Duomo
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Day 5: Florence
Full day to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Pisa
Journey to Pisa on this half-day excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s Field of Miracles, where you can snap a picture of the 12th-century Leaning Tower, aslant ever since the third floor was built. This is where Galileo was said to have developed his laws of gravity. Also visit the adjacent cathedral and baptistery, which contain exquisite marble pulpits carved in the Gothic style.
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Day 6: Florence • Assisi • Rome
Travel to Assisi
Visit the Basilica of St. Francis
Tour Assisi with an expert local guide
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Day 7: Rome
Visit the Roman Forum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 8: Rome
Full day to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
In the Kitchen: A sweet taste of Italy
Discover why food plays such an integral role in Italy’s culture as you dive into this hands-on cooking class. Together with expert chefs, learn how to make delicious gelato, cookies, and biscuits. As you make the treats, your chefs will share stories about the importance of food in Italy, including the history of biscuits and why they’re used to celebrate special days. You’ll find out the tricks of Italian cuisine, learn all about the ingredients you’re using, and walk away with a new (delicious) Italian vocabulary. At the end of the class, you’ll be able to taste and enjoy what you and your group have created. You’ll also be able to take cookies home (if there’s any left!).Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 9: Pompeii • Sorrento region
Travel to Pompeii
Take a guided tour of Pompeii
Continue on to the Sorrento region
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Day 10: Capri • Rome
Travel by ferry to Capri
Take a guided tour of Capri
Enjoy a boat cruise
Travel to Rome
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (9 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
Sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides
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Entrances
Burano island, glass-blowing demonstration, gondola ride, gladiator school, Pisa, create-a-fresco workshop, Basilica of St. Francis, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Colosseum, Roman Forum, with extension: Pompeii ruins; Capri boat cruise
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.