Montepulciano is a charming town filled with buildings and monuments which reflect the influence of the Florentine Renaissance. It is also a town well known for its excellent shops and artisan workshops. Day Nine Travel by motorcoach to Rome for your return flight to your gateway city. Many excursions in this program involve an element of walking as some of the finest attractions are located in areas not closely accessible by motocoach. Dear Alumni and Friends, Education puts us in touch with the world of ideas.
Travel connects the intellect with the senses.
Together, they can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us. With this in mind, we are happy to announce Alumni College in Tuscany, a travel and study opportunity that combines a journey into a region steeped in history, culture, and natural beauty with an exciting educational program. The sunny, verdant slopes of the Tuscan countryside are the picturesque backdrop for a learning adventure that will take you through thousands of years of the most pivotal events in man s history. From the innovations of the ancient Etruscans to the astonishing artistic fruits of the Renaissance, Tuscany has both inspired and born witness to feats that cover the entire spectrum of human achievement. Stimulating seminars and enlightening excursions to Tuscany s most significant cities and towns provide a heady introduction to the infinite riches of this most amazing region.