5 Italian classes with culture programme in Montepulciano

This course is for those who prefer a walk in the open air to a classroom lesson.Italiano camminando" is a week-long course designed for those who prefer a walk in the open air to a classroom lesson. Walking together in the Tuscan countryside (the Valdichiana and the Val d'Orcia) while speaking in Italian will allow you to practice the language and understand the culture better, using the language and improving your pronunciation in an informal context, each according to their own level of competence but always with the guidance of a teacher who is attentive to the needs of everyone. The course is recommended for people with elementary to advanced levels of competence in the language, who like to walk in the country and have the capacity to accept others who speak at a level higher or lower than their own. It is not recommended for complete beginners. Minimum 6 participants. Duration: 1 week (5 days, from Monday to Friday). Hill trails between 6 and 12 km, recommended for those who are in good physical shape and can do climbs and descents. In case of severe weather, as an alternative option, participants will be offered the opportunity to enter regular language courses with a reduction in the cost of the course. Equipment: everything you need for trekking, long pants, boots, hat and sunglasses, water bottle, snacks (and lunch when required). Day 1: Walk to Montefollonico, a small medieval village perched on the top of a hill between Valdichiana and Val d'Orcia. Departure from school at 9 am, return at approximately 1 pm. Day 2: Walk from Pienza to Monticchiello, two of the most popular villages in the Val d'Orcia. We will visit Pienza, see the main monuments of the "ideal city" commissioned by Pope Silvio Enea Piccolomini and then cross one of the most evocative corners of our valley to reach Monticchiello. Departure from school at 9 am, return at approximately 1 pm. Day 3: Visit to the Parco Vivo. Hiking to the springs and guided tour of the Vivo spring and the ancient Ermicciolo, a 12th century Camaldolese hermitage. Lunch in the park with tasting of typical products. Departure at 9 am from Montepulciano, return to Montepulciano at 4 pm. Day 4: Free morning (weekly market). Departure from school at 2 pm. Walk through the vineyards and wine tasting with snack in a cellar. Return to Montepulciano at 5.30 pm. Day 5: Bagno Vignoni. Departure from school at 9 am by van to San Quirico D'Orcia, hiking on the Via Francigena to the Parco dei Mulini in Bagno Vignoni and visit of the village. Departure for Montepulciano at 4 pm.

A course for those who love ancient art and want to learn more about this mysterious people, their history, their language, their traditions and their art. We'll visit underground cities, tombs and museums in the surrounding areas, the heart of the Etruscan civilization. The course is not suitable for beginner or elementary level students. Minimum 6 participants. Day 1 (9 am - 1 pm): Presentation of the course and history of the Etruscan people. Tour of Montepulciano, to discover Etruscan remains and testimonies in the city. Palazzo Bucelli and Dé Ricci historical wine cellar. Day 2 (9 am - 1 pm): Visit to the Archaeological Civic Museum of Chianciano, rich in vases, grave goods and Etruscan ceramics. Day 3 (9 am - 1 pm): In-depth study of daily Etruscan life: the banquet, the food, painted ceramics and the women role. Day 4 (9 am - 1 pm): Ceramic workshop with Kamars Bottega d'Arte. Day 5 (9 am - 1 pm): Chiusi and its amazing underground cities.

The price listed is for one person. Should the experience be shared between two, then the cost is 775 EUR, per person.If you are looking for an Italian class outside of the classroom. Let's speak Italian while visiting Montepulciano, Pienza and the Val d'Orcia, getting to know magnificent landscapes, art, culture, food and wine. 3 hours of lessons per day (lessons of 50 minutes) + 2 excursions outside the city. Day 1 - Monday - The history of Montepulciano A chat and a coffee, a walk along the Corso and up to Piazza Grande, a visit of the Cathedral, visit of the town hall tower (or of the museum). Day 2 - Tuesday - The Renaissance I Walk to the Temple of San Biagio, a masterpiece of the late Renaissance, visit of the church. Visit of a historic wine cellar. Day 3 - Wednesday - Il Renaissance II Visit to the Renaissance town of Pienza (transfer to/from Pienza included). Walk to the Romanesque church of Corsignano. Day 4 - Thursday - Local produce Walk in the countryside. Class at the weekly market. Sandwich with porchetta in the park. Day 5 - Friday - A tour in Val d'Orcia A tour in the magic of Val d'Orcia. Visit to Bagno Vignoni and San Quirico (transfer included). Goodbye aperitif.