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Program Overview

Join Westcoast Connection for the summer of a lifetime in Italy. With three unique ways to visit - Active Teen Tours, Global Adventures, and Pre-College Enrichment, you’ll never want to say arrivederci.

Imagine the age of gladiators in the Coliseum. Explore the ruins of Pompeii. Visit Vatican City and the enormous St. Peter’s Square. Picture Michelangelo painting the famous ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Hike the coastal trails of Cinque Terre from one cliff-hugging village to the next. Ride a gondola through the canals of Venice. Discover the workplaces of famous artisans, learn about designers in the Italian fashion industry, learn a new language, and appreciate firsthand the role of food in Italian culture while studying in Florence.

No matter which one of our Italy programs you choose, this summer is sure to be an unforgettable experience!

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Program Highlights

Prepare authentic delicacies at an Italian cooking school and return home with new skills!
Visit Rome to see the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel, as well as attend a Roman Toga Party.
Witness the art of Murano glass blowing and become amazed at a broad range of creations, from pretty jewelry to elegant vases.
Study abroad in Florence for up to one month and have the chance to gain college credit.
See breathtaking views of turquoise waters and seaside villages while hiking the Cinque Terre.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Venice, Italy

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)
  • Some high school, no diploma

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

14-17

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks

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