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Program Cost: $2795 March 10 - 17, 2012 (Dates subject to change)
Spannocchia, where we reside near Florence, Italy, is an amazing location with a working organic farm and wildlife preserve with historic architecture, and beautiful green hills and mountains. The primary goal of the estate is the conservation and preservation of its historic character and the centuries old rural organic farming methods - and you have the option to help and obtain hours towards your community involvement requirement by volunteering if you wish to do so.
There are many fascinating towns and cities our group will visit, including Siena, Florence, and San Gimignano, with narrow streets, incredible historic sites and artistic masterpieces, tiny specialty shops, beautiful piazzas (central squares), amazing cathedrals and towers – all areas that have contributed greatly to the history of art - which we will explore on foot!
We will take part in a fun Traditional Italian Cooking Class to make pasta from scratch, tasty deserts and a traditional Tuscan meal - and of course you will be eating this incredible 4 course meal in the family kitchen! Then you participate in a fun Italian language class – to give you a true sense of being in Tuscany - to learn words that are useful when shopping and bargaining at the local markets of San Lorenzo in the heart of Florence!
We also visit the ruins of the Abbey in San Galgano dating from 1324 AD and bathe in local Hot Springs - the healing waters of Tuscany, weather permitting – so don’t forget your swimsuits!!
Not to worry, you will always have time to shop and visit the cafes or take time to just enjoy the breathtaking scenery!
Optional Volunteer Activities include landscape clean up, trail building and maintenance, organic gardening and tending animals, some of which are endangered species.
SAMPLE ITINERARY:
Day 1: Depart to Italy on overnight flight
Day 2: Afternoon Arrival in Florence and transfer to Farmhouse south of Siena Lunch & Orientation and Historical Tour of Farmhouse Traditional Italian Dinner on site
Day 3: Breakfast Visit Siena to explore and shop Lunch in Siena and free time Return to Farmhouse and Fun Italian Class - to help you with your bargaining skills when shopping Dinner on site
Day 4: Breakfast Depart for Full Day Tour of Florence Guided Tour of City, Cathedral, & Uffizi Gallery to see Art Masterpieces including those of Leonardo da Vinci Free time for Lunch in Florence and to explore local markets and shops Option to see "David"at the Accademia We meet as a group again for a Traditional Dinner in Florence at a local Pizzeria Late return to Farmhouse
Day 5: Breakfast Visit to San Gimignano Tour of San Galgano Abbey and Ruins Picnic Lunch - weather permitting Afternoon - Optional Volunteer Work until 6pm or Optional Activity based on groups' interest Dinner on site - Traditional Pizza Night where you can sample several types of pizzas with typical Tuscan toppings followed with tasty deserts
Day 6: Breakfast Tour of Organic Gardens and Fun Cooking Class We will learn to prepare a 4 course traditional Florentine meal making pasta from scratch and using local organic ingredients The afternoon will be spent enjoying the Lunch you have made Free Afternoon to relax or Optional Activity based on groups' interest Dinner on site
Day 7: Breakfast Visit to Hot Springs to go swimming in warm waters and visit nearby local villages Lunch Optional Volunteer Work on Farm until 5pm or Optional Activity Dinner on site
Day 8: Packed Breakfast Very early Departure for Toronto from Florence Arrival in Toronto
March Break Program includes: • Round Trip from Toronto Pearson Airport to Florence, Italy • All Airport Transfers • Private Coach Transfers for activities when required • Guided tours, visits and entrance fees as per itinerary • Accommodation in twins or triples • Full Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners with juice/water daily
Volunteer Projects Hours can be used for Community Service Diploma Requirements
March Break Program does not include: Applicable Departure Taxes & Airport Service Fees Optional Comprehensive Travel Insurance (Cancellation & Medical): $175 Or Optional Cancellation Insurance:$125
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