Summer 2026 Excursions
Date
April 16, 2026
Get ready, make the most of your summer in Italy!
We've created a diverse program of excursions designed to help you experience Italy beyond the classroom, through its culture, traditions, landscapes, and everyday life. Each experience is an opportunity to try something new, explore different sides of Italy, and step into environments that range from vibrant city life to quieter, more local settings.
More than just trips, these excursions are about connection. They're a chance to meet other students, share experiences, and build a sense of community throughout your time here. Whether you join one or many, we encourage you to take full advantage of these opportunities to explore, connect, and create lasting memories.
Below is a first look at what's waiting for you this summer. Stay tuned, as event registrations will be opening soon in your Arcadia Portal!
The best of Rome in a day
Sunday 7 JUNE & Friday 17 July
This experience offers a full-day journey through Rome, blending its ancient history with its vibrant modern atmosphere. Beginning at the city’s central station, you’ll set off on a relaxed walking tour that takes in iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum and Roman Forum, before continuing through the historic center to admire highlights like the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and Castel Sant’Angelo. Along the way, you’ll pause for lunch at a traditional trattoria, enjoying classic Roman pizza or pasta, and then continue on to St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City. After the guided portion, you’ll have free time to explore, unwind with a coffee, or treat yourself to gelato.
Fee: Approximately $130
Registration Deadline: May 20th, 2026
The excursion includes round-trip train travel, breakfast, lunch, gelato, and a four-hour guided tour.
The Umbrian Escape: Orvieto, Passignano sul Trasimeno, and a Day on the Farm
Saturday 13 - Sunday 14 June
This weekend is your chance to discover a different side of Italy, full of hidden history, great food, and unforgettable views.
The trip begins with Orvieto, a hilltop town that feels like stepping into a postcard. After a traditional Umbrian lunch, our special guide will take us on a tour inside the incredible Duomo, known for its glowing golden exterior and stunning frescoes. Then we'll head underground to explore ancient spaces carved over 2500 years ago. You'll have free time to wander the cobblestone streets and explore the artisan shops selling traditional pottery, clothing, and handmade crafts before heading to Passignano sul Trasimeno, a beautiful lakeside town known for its atmosphere, lively nightlife, music, and great vibes. You'll spend the night in a hotel overlooking the lake.
On Sunday, you'll experience local life at the Orsini family Farm. You'll be welcomed with a homemade breakfast and spend the day getting hands-on with sustainable farming, learning where your food really comes from. After a delicious farm-to-table lunch, you'll head back with new friends, fresh perspectives, and memories that you'll never forget!
The excursion includes: Transportation, hotel accommodation, breakfast, lunch in Orvieto, Cathedral entrance, Orvieto underground tour, a three-hour guided tour, meals at the farm, and activities.
Saturday dinner in Passignano Sul Trasimeno is not included.
Fee: Approximately $200
Registration Deadline: May 20th, 2026
A DAY IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
Sunday 14 June
Join fellow students from Arcadia programs in Florence, Perugia, and Sorrento for a unique day out at Orsini Farm, set on the shores of Lake Trasimeno in the beautiful region of Umbria. This experience is designed to be hands-on, social, and a fun way to connect with local culture beyond the classroom.
After arriving, you’ll enjoy a traditional homemade country breakfast before splitting into small groups for interactive activities. Throughout the day, you’ll get to try authentic rural tasks. Every season is a different kind of work: planting seeds, harvesting grapes, picking olives, or helping produce olive oil and wine alongside local family members who will share their knowledge and traditions with you. Throughout the day, we’ll have the opportunity to discuss sustainable farming practices, and, if time and weather allow, we'll feed the farm's animals. After a homemade farm-to-table lunch, you’ll return to your host cities with lasting memories.
The day in the countryside is free, come one, come all!
Registration Deadline: May 20th, 2026
Naples 2-Day Experience: Culture, Food & Hidden Gems
Friday 10 Saturday 11 July
Over Friday and Saturday, you’ll explore the city on a guided walking tour that blends iconic landmarks with hidden corners and local experiences. From the elegant seafront along Lungomare Caracciolo to the vibrant historic center, Naples offers a unique mix of culture and everyday life. We’ll wander through famous spots, including Piazza del Plebiscito, via Toledo, Castel Sant'Anselmo, and Castel dell'Ovo.
Food will, of course, be the highlight of the experience. You’ll have the chance to taste authentic pizza, enjoy delicious sfogliatella or gelato, and try the Napolitan espresso. You'll also enjoy a visit to the underground spaces of the Tunnel Borbonico, which reveal Naples’ hidden history, and have fun in Vico Pazzariello, where theatre, dance, and traditional Neapolitan music are brought to life with old instruments, offering an opportunity to experience the city’s cultural roots.
Fee: $100
Registration Deadline: May 20th, 2026
The excursion includes: transportation, hotel accommodation, breakfast, lunch, a three-hour guided tour, a visit to the Bourbon Tunnel, and activities with street artists.
Saturday dinner is not included.
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