Italian for 50+ course: Siena

The 4 lessons a day Italian course is designed for people who want to learn Italian and experience the local culture with other students of a similar age and with similar interests.

ACTIVITIES

In the morning you will take part in the Italian language group lessons according to your level. In the afternoon or evening you will enjoy cultural activities suggested by the school. Programme subject to change.

1° week: afternoon programme

• Guided city tour and local aperitif in the ‘Campo’ square;
• Visit to the Duomo, the imposing cathedral of Siena;
• Traditional Tuscan dinner in a local Trattoria;
• Guided visit to the fascinating fountains of Siena;
• Introduction to Tuscan cuisine: lesson and tasting.

2° week: afternoon programme

The programme of the One-Week-Course is followed by:

• Weekend excursion through the gorgeous Chianti countryside, cellar visit and wine tasting;
• Siena, her ‘Contrade’ and the historical horse race of the ‘Palio’ – lesson and video about an unique medieval tradition;
• Guided tour of the ‘Palazzo Pubblico’, Siena’s graceful gothic town hall;
• Pecorino’ cheese tasting, accompanied by a selection of honeys and marmelades;
• Guided tour to Siena’s stunningly beautiful churches.

ACCOMMODATION
You will be accommodated in an Italian host family in a single room with breakfast or half board. Alternatively there is hotel accommodation available. Please ask for details.
For more details see: Learn Italian in Siena.