From the Classroom to the Piazza

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.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Situated in the beautiful and charming village of Pennabillli 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. 

Arrive at the airport of Bologna no later than 4:00pm. You’ll meet your Esperienza teacher/guide and driver for a transfer via private shuttle to the charming medieval town of Pennabilli. 

Check-in at the Hotel il Duca del Montefeltro. Light dinner upon arrival.

In the mornings, breakfast is generally followed by language classes from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM. 

In the afternoons, Esperienza offers planned excursions to nearby towns, villages and parks. 

On select days, students are assigned to various interactive experiences at locations including museums, restaurants, shops, artists’ studios, and the town hall. Esperienza may also connect you with local residents for a one-on-one lunch to practice your language skills.

After class in the morning, we'll depart Pennabilli in the late afternoon for a visit to Sant'Agata Feltria. We'll enjoy a guided tour of the city, including its one-of-a-kind museum dedicated to the "rural arts" and its charming theatre, then dinner together at a local restaurant, where “Stasera si parla italiano.”

After class in the morning, we will travel to a nearby hamlet, where we'll experience a private improvisational performance by "Teatro Altrove" a volunteer comedy troupe. Later, we'll share dinner with the actors and locals.  

After morning classes, we'll depart to explore the beautiful and historic medieval town of San Leo. A guided tour of the historic center will be provided, including it cliffhanging castle. Filled with stories and legends, its unique geography provided great protection from approaching enemies. 

Enjoy time to relax and explore the shops in the late afternoon, followed by dinner together in San Leo. 

Set in a green and beautiful natural setting, Hotel il Duca del Montefeltro awaits you in the hills of the Valmarecchia. Steps from the historic center of Pennabilli, a small and charming medieval village with a lively spirit, chosen by the poet Tonino Guerra as his adopted town.