Living The Language
From the Classroom to the Piazza
Full Language Immersion
14 days, 13 nights
Tour Dates: September 7-20, 2025; September 2026
Learn Italian in a truly Italian environment! Our language program is designed to provide an authentic, immersive experience, and benefits from two exclusive features: our unusually interactive and enjoyable teaching approach, and our unique relationships with locals in rural Italian villages in Emilia Romagna.
Tour Basics:
Includes:
Accommodation in 4-star hotels throughout the tour
Transportation to and from the airport and for all scheduled excursions
All scheduled programs and tours with local expert guides as specified in the tour itinerary
Breakfast and other meals as described in tour itinerary
Comprehensive assistance and information during tour, from pre-arrival to departure, including help with flight arrangements (please inquire if needed)
Customized advice on pre- and post-trip destinations
Length: 14 days, 13 nights
Price: $5400 per person double occupancy; $600 single supplement for solo travelers
Deposit: $600 per person
Prices are subject to change. Take advantage of our flexible cancellation policy. Start planning now!
About The Program:
Situated in the beautiful and charming village of Verucchio in Emilia-Romagna, you’ll immerse yourself in the Italian way of life, learning the language as you cook, eat, drink and interact with other students and the local community. Experience the language with all your senses, from literature to cinema, song, poetry, and everything in between. Accompanied by your Italian instructor, you’ll meet chefs, restaurateurs and vintners, all eager to share their knowledge, products and inspiration. The program is open to all levels.
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HIGHLIGHTS:
Interactive morning language lessons take place in the classroom, accommodating all levels of proficiency. In the afternoon, there are various activities aimed at adding to your knowledge of the language, and also discovering the treasures of this special corner of the Emilia-Romagna region, including cuisine, history, art, nature and culture. Though less structured, there are also opportunities to experience and participate in local small-town life (i.e., lunching with locals, helping local businesses, attending village concerts, etc.).
All through your language immersion experience, you’ll be guided by extraordinarily talented teachers. With expertise ranging from theater to ancient languages, poetry to music and cinema, our teachers use a variety of interactive techniques to help advance your Italian skills, and your enjoyment of the language. Most classes and activities are conducted in Italian for maximum immersion.
Most of our activities are centered in the town of Verucchio. While its quiet beauty, rich culture, and delicious culinary offerings are compelling on their own, our program also includes visits to nearby towns to further explore this intriguing part of Romagna, such as:
The village where Esperienza began, Pennabilli
The city of poets, Sant’Arcangelo di Romagna
The picture-perfect Republic of San Marino
The vibrant city of Rimini, birthplace of the Italian Riviera and Federico Fellini
The former capital of Italy, San Leo
Our program ends on a high note with a mountain sunset farewell dinner at a nearby agriturismo.
Our Language Immersion Tour Hosts & Experts
Emanuela Corbetta. As the Director of our Language Immersion program, Emanuela is supported by a team of local enthusiasts and artists: Maria Pia, Lora Guerra, Alessandra Moretti, Caterina Venturi, Gigi Mattei, Silvano Venturi, Luigi Capella, Veronica Guerra and many more! We also are thankful for the generosity of the municipality of Verucchio for the use of the historic Torrioncini for our classes.
Guest Reviews:
Want to hear what it’s like to be part of Esperienza in the words of a past participant? Check out our guest reviews!