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- Rome in Flow: A Luxury Walking Tour of Fountains & Baroque Squares
- Colosseum Tour with Belvedere
- Rome's piazzas
- Civita di Bagnoregio & Bomarzo Monster Park
- Civita di Bagnoregio and Bomarzo Monster Park / Chauffeur Guided Tour
- Civita di Bagnoregio, Bomarzo Monster Park & Wine
- Borghese Gallery and the gardens
- Etruscan Wonders
- Etruscan Wonders / Chauffeur guided tour
- Caravaggio Art Walking Tour - the Other Michelangelo
- Hidden Treasures
- The Crypts and Catacombs of Rome
- The Crypts and Catacombs of Rome / Self-guided
- Vatican and Sistine Chapel Tour
- Multi-day tours
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DAY 1:
DEPART USA
- Flight details TBD; airfare not included – airfare estimate quoted separately
- Bring copies of any online visas you filled out in advance
DAY 2:
ARRIVE MILAN
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Full Day
- Upon arrival at Milan airport, collect your luggage and meet your program logistics coordinator, who will be with your group from arrival until departure
- Transfer by private coach to accommodation for check-in or luggage drop with reception
- Coordinator will conduct an informal program introduction and orientation coordinator meeting, including a brief overview of the program itinerary, information
- Private coach about Italy, health and safety tips, common phrases and cultural norms
- Milano airport to accommodation
- Lunch on own expense
- Meet local guide for a tour of Milano by foot and public transport Milan Bus/Metro
- Dinner on own expense (venue suggestions for meals can be provided by guide/coordinator throughout the program) pass
- Overnight in Milano - accommodation TBD
DAY 3:
MILAN
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Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Free morning
- Lunch on own expense
- Afternoon visit to Statale University for meeting/lecture with professor to gain insight about economic history and differences between north and south starting from 1800 (subject to availability, to be confirmed // includes coordinator honorarium)
- Milan Bus/Metro
- Dinner on own expense pass
- Overnight in Milano - accommodation TBD
DAY 4:
MILAN - TORINO
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Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Use public transport to make way to train station Train to Torino (1 hour)
- Entrance tickets with guided visit of the Fiat Museum. Fiat is the most important carmaker in Italy and one of the reasons for the economic boom in Italy after WWII. Many people fled from southern to northern of Italy in that period.
- Half-day Torino guide
- The factory and the city of Torino played an important role historically for Italy after 1860. Torino was the first Italian capital and one of coordinator the most industrialized cities in Italy after WWII (entrance w/ tour included)
- Lunch on own expense pass
- Meet local guide for a tour of Torino
- Return transfer by train to Milan (1 hour) Milan to Torino
- Dinner on own expense
- Overnight in Milano - accommodation TBD
DAY 5:
MILAN - VERONA
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Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation, followed by check-out
- Private coach to visit rice fields and wineries from the area; see the importance of Pianura Padana from an agricultural point of view (2.5hrs)
- Group lunch included at winery
- Continue by private coach to Verona
- Check in to accommodation in Verona
- Guided tour by local guide of one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. Learn coordinator about the concept of Ducati and Signorie, cities that were the capitals of
- Private small states during the Renaissance and played an important role in culture, art and economy in central and northern Italy coach
- Dinner on own
- Overnight in Verona - accommodation TBD guide
DAY 6:
VERONA - MALO
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Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation, followed by check-out
- Private coach to Malo to visit an old spinning mill and textiles museum with (1.25hrs)
- VENICE expert guide; learn about the textile industry, a source of (1.25hrs) comparative advantage for the north compared to the south (entrance tour included)
- Continue by coach to Venice
- On arrival in Venice, take a vaporetto to accommodation (luggage restriction info TBA)
- Check in to accommodation
- Coordinator to provide info on how to safely navigate your way around coach to Venice
- Venice Remainder of afternoon free to explore
- Vaporetto transfer
- Lunch and dinner on own to Venice
- Overnight in Venezia - accommodation TBD accommodation
DAY 7:
VENICE
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Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Meet local guide for walking tour about the history of Venice as trading center, its merchants, and its role in the historic Silk Road, and importance to the development of trade routes from the east to Europe. See the exterior of Doge's Palace, and more Half day Venice
- Free afternoon
- Lunch and dinner on own coordinator
- Overnight in Venezia - accommodation TBD guide
DAY 8:
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VENICE - MURANO
- Breakfast at accommodation, followed by check-out (leave luggage with reception for now - TBC)
- Boat to the island of Murano for a visit and tour of Murano glass factory (entrance w/ tour included)
- Murano glass
- Lunch on own expense
- Retrieve luggage at accommodation
- Full day coordinator
- Vaporetto to train station (luggage restriction info TBA) Roundtrip boat VENICE - FLORENCE
- Train to Florence (~4hrs) transport to Murano
- One-way train tickets: Venice to Florence
- Dinner on own expense
- On-site guide for overnight in Florence - accommodation TBD factory tour PREFERRED OPTION
- Accommodation Examples:
- https://www.oblate.it/en/
- https://firenzecasabetania.it/en/
- https://csse-roma.com/en/florence/
- https://salesianifirenze.it/casa-don-bosco-ospitalita-firenze/
DAY 9:
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FLORENCE
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Full days free in Florence, making your way around the city by foot
- Lunch and dinner on own expense
- Overnight in Florence - accommodation TBD
Full day coordinator
DAY 10:
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FLORENCE - ROME
- Breakfast at accommodation, followed by check-out
- Walk to Florence train station
- One-way train on own time and expense tickets: Florence to Rome
- Train to Rome (~1.75hrs)
- Upon arrival, walk or take public transport to accommodation
- Check in to accommodation (or leave luggage with reception until guaranteed check-in time) coordinator
- Afternoon free to visit Rome city center (Pantheon, Fontana di Trevi, Vatican)
- Lunch and dinner on own
- Overnight in Roma - accommodation TBD
- Rome public transport tickets PREFERRED OPTION
- https://www.domussessoriana.com/en.html
- https://www.casaperferieseraphicum.org/en/
- https://www.casasangiuseppe.it/
- https://www.villabenedetta.it/
- https://www.casasanjuandeavila.org/en/
Full day
Accommodation Examples:
DAY 11:
ROME
Full day
Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Meet local guide for a tour of Rome by foot and public transport including the Colosseum and Roman Forum (entrances + whisper headsets included)
- Remainder of day free to explore
- Lunch and dinner on own
- Overnight in Rome - accommodation TBD coordinator Half-day Rome
- Guide with whisper headsets
- Rome public transport tickets
DAY 12:
ROME - NAPLES
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Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation, followed by check-out
- Walk to train station, tickets: Rome to Napoli
- One-way train Train to Naples / (~1.5hrs)
- Walk to accommodation
- Check-in to accommodation (or leave luggage with reception until guaranteed check-in time) Half day Napoli guide
- Meet local guide for a tour of Napoli coordinator
- After, attend a meeting/lecture with a professor at Federico II University.
- Learn about the role of Napoli as the capital of the Kingdom of Two Sicilies (subject to availability, to be confirmed, includes honorarium)
- Lunch and dinner on own
- Overnight in Napoli - accommodation TBD
DAY 13:
NAPLES
Full day with private coach and Napoli guide
Full day with private coach and Napoli guide
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Meet local guide for full day of visits
- Transfer by private coach for visits to Bagnoli and/or Barra industrial areas explore examples of the decline of the industrial revolution in the south
- Visit Capodimonte Museum (entrance tickets included) and Vomero area
- Lunch and dinner on own coordinator
- Overnight in Napoli - accommodation TBD
DAY 14:
NAPLES - SORRENTO
Full day
Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Walk to train station. Roundtrip train tickets: Napoli to Sorrento
- Train to Sorrento (~1.5hrs)
- Vespa tour : take a vespa tour of the Sorrentina Peninsula; visit some of the most iconic towns of the Sorrentina Peninsula and drive along one of the most beautiful roads of Italy directly facing the Tyrrhenian Sea
- Transfer back to Napoli by train
- Lunch and dinner on own coordinator
- Overnight Napoli - accommodation TBD
DAY 15:
NAPLES - MATERA
Full day
Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation, followed by check-out
- (2.75hrs) Transfer to Matera by private coach
- Check in to accommodation (or leave luggage with reception until guaranteed check-in time)
- Meet local guide for a tour of Matera. Learn why this beautiful and enchanting town was called "the shame of Italy" after WWII, and how the government intended to help poor people from the south with urbanization coordinator programs and policies
- Lunch and dinner on own
- Half-day Matera guide
- Overnight in Matera - accommodation TBD
DAY 16:
MATERA - GROTTAGLIE
Full day
Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation, followed by check-out
- Full day with private coach discovering examples of local economic
- Activities in Puglia, with guided visits of the Grottaglie Ceramics
- ITRIA VALLEY (2.75hrs)
- Neighborhood and the Manduria Wine Museum (entrances + guides included)
- Continue to the Itria Valley coordinator
- Check-in to accommodation
- Full day private
- Lunch and dinner on own
- Overnight in Itria Valley area - accommodation TBD coach
DAY 17:
ITRIA VALLEY - FIUMICINO
Full day
Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation, followed by check-out
- Morning bike tour in Itria Valley within olive groves, masserie and wineries (includes olive oil tasting)
- Bike tour with olive oil tasting
- FIUMICINO (~6hrs)
- After, transfer by coach to Fiumicino (6+hrs)
- Lunch and dinner on own
- Overnight in Fiumicino - accommodation TBD
DAY 18:
ROME FCO - USA
Full day
Full day
- Breakfast at accommodation, followed by check-out
- Transfer to FCO airport by coach or hotel shuttle (TBC pending accommodation booked)
- Arrive at the airport for your return flight back to the US
- Part ways with coordinator
- Flight details TBD; airfare not included – airfare estimate quoted separately coordinator
- Transport: hotel to FCO airport
REQUEST
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12 month before your extimated departure, teachers share your preferred dates, group size, and academic goals. We then design a customized itinerary aligned with curriculum needs.
TRAVEL DESIGN
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In 2-3 months, we craft (and eventually adjust) your customized itinerary, refine learning objectives, and align the program with your curriculum needs.
ADVANCE PAYMENT & DOCUMENTATION
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After 4 months from the request, you submit the advance payment and provide required documents: university sealed letter, rooming and passport lists, student details.
PRE-DEPARTURE PREPARATION
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2-3 months before travel, you hold parent meetings and prepare your group, supported by our materials and guidance.
ARRIVAL IN ITALY
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Our team welcomes you on‑site and accompanies your group throughout the entire journey!
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Our programs support key subjects-including AP World History, AP Art History, Latin, European History, and Global Studies-through clear learning objectives and hands-on activities. Each program is designed to deepen understanding through direct experience. -
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By traveling through Italy, students encounter iconic art, ancient sites, and vibrant cultural traditions that illuminate classroom learning. The country becomes an open-air classroom where curiosity grows and understanding expands through real-world engagement. -
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These programs strengthen critical thinking, broaden cultural literacy, and foster global awareness by connecting students directly with history, art, and contemporary culture-helping them link ideas in meaningful, lasting ways.
Academic value
- Academic value AP-aligned learning outcomes
- Clear objectives per destination
- Experiential learning that builds global skills
Every program strengthens your students' curriculum
Safety-first approach
- 24/7 on-ground support by our tour leader.
- Supervision & free-time rules Vetted hotels in central areas.
- Licensed transportation & certified drivers.
Your students' safety is our highest priority
The Walker School (GA)
TBI created a rich Latin-focused tour with archaeological sites, interactive workshops, and expert guides. Our students loved exploring the Forum, Pompeii, and even trying out gladiator training. It made the ancient world real for them.
Wyoming High School (OH)
Our high school's Italian culture class had an unforgettable experience in Bologna. Pasta workshops, market tours, and local food tastings brought the curriculum to life. TBI made it educational, fun, and completely stress-free.
Sacred Hearts Academy (HI)
Our high school band toured Italy with TrueBlueItaly, combining performances with guided visits and music history. From opera houses to piazza concerts, it was both a cultural and educational hit. Flawless logistics and amazing support.
The Seven Hills School (OH)
TrueBlueItaly organized a stellar art history tour for our university group. Visits to the Uffizi and Guggenheim were perfectly paired with lectures and workshops. Their team handled every detail with care, and our students came away deeply inspired.
Elmira College (NY)
TBI planned an immersive itinerary focused on understanding the Italian economy through real-world experiences. It was ideal for our business and economics students. Every visit offered meaningful insights and deepened their academic perspective.
Indian Hill High School (OH)
We brought our students to France & Italy for language immersion and heritage exploration. TBI arranged homestays, cultural lessons, and town visits tied to family roots. It was deeply personal and educational. Our students loved it.
SUNY Potsdam (NY)
Our design and photography students toured Rome and Puglia studios, museums, and schools thanks to TBI. The mix of academic visits and local collaboration was exactly what we needed. Professional, creative, and inspiring from start to finish.
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98%
Satisfactional rate
CONTACT US
CONTACT US TO CREATE YOUR BESPOKE ITINERARY
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Riccardo Abet
+39 327 146 88 44
Via Cavour 7/9 – 03020 Giuliano di Roma - Italyy
P.IVA 02584010603
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Riccardo Abet
+39 327 146 88 44
Via Cavour 7/9 – 03020 Giuliano di Roma - Italyy
P.IVA 02584010603
Multi-region School Trip
19 days / 18 nights
Milan, Turin, Verona, Malo, Venice, Murano, Florence, Rome, Naples, Sorrento, Matera, Grottaglie, Itria Valley
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