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Italian Language school trips to Florence

4 days from £359pp

Students will be amazed by the vast array of impressive buildings, fascinating galleries and treasure-crammed churches. The birthplace of the Renaissance will leave your group with a lasting impression of Italian heritage and culture, and provide numerous opportunities for language practise and group bonding.

Below, you’ll find an example of one of our most popular itinerary choices, but we can tailor-make yours from scratch to meet your exact requirements...

Florence - 4 days from £359pp*

Travelling in November 2012. Price includes return flights & airport transfers (all taxes and charges included), 3 nights' half board accommodation, visits shown, extensive group travel insurance and a generous free place ratio or 1 in 10.

  Morning Afternoon Evening
Day 1 Daytime flight & transfer to accommodation, check-in assistance from NST Representative Evening meal in a local restaurant
Day 2 Full day visiting the sites of Florence on foot Evening meal in a local restaurant
Day 3 Coach excursion to Pisa or Lucca Free time in Florence Evening meal in a local restaurant
Day 4 Free time. Transfer to airport for return flight to UK
Price  includes:
  • Visits, activities & meals shown
  • Half-day coach transportation to Pisa or Lucca
*Prices shown based on 25 paying passengers from a London airport & are subject to availability. Flight supplements may apply. Entrance fees for some of the visits featured may be payable locally, but are included in the price shown.

Our most popular visits in Florence for Italian Language school trips

Here are some of our most popular visits in Florence for Italian Language groups. We can tailor-make an itinerary to your exact needs. Call 0845 688 8988 to create your itinerary from scratch today.

Cultural Experiences

Taking part in these enjoyable shared experiences will not only strengthen friendships but also open your students’ eyes to Italian culture and add real value to their classroom-based learning.

Duomo

Central Florence is dominated by the splendid Piazza del Duomo, and, at its centre, the Duomo, the city’s cathedral. Climb to the top of the dome for a fabulous bird’s-eye view of the city.

Ponte Vecchio

Dating back to the 14th century, students will marvel at its tiny jewellery shops, and how perilously they’re perched on a narrow river crossing. The unique Vecchio is one of the most photographed bridges in Europe.

Uffizi Gallery

The greatest museum of Renaissance art housing many of Italy’s most celebrated paintings. Your group will be inspired by the rooms filled with works by Botticelli, including the famous Birth of Venus and the stunning works by Michelangelo and Titian.

Other cultural experiences include:
  • Piazzale Michelangelo
  • Boboli Gardens
  • Piazza Della Signoria

Below, you'll find some of our most popular accommodation options for school groups.

This is just a sample of our full range, so for full details of all properties available, please call 0845 688 8988 to speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors today.

Hotel Patrizia MainHotel Patrizia

A traditional, city centre hotel which occupies the 3rd and 4th floor of a residential building.

Hotel Patrizia Main

Hotel Patrizia

A simple, centrally-located hotel with a charming, helpful proprietor. Groups are assured a warm and friendly welcome. This accommodation offers value for money and a proven track record with student groups.

Address

Via Montebello 7
50123 Firenze

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Local Rating

2 star hotel

Capacity

75 guests in 26 rooms. Please Note: Occasionally, depending on the size of your group, some rooms may be allocated at the Residence di Benedetta on Via Solferino 10, which is located approximately 200 metres from the Hotel Patrizia. The Residence is on the 2nd floor of a residential apartment block and there are 6 rooms, which can accommodate a maximum of 18 people.

Location Information

Hotel Patrizia is located within easy walking distance of the‘Piazza Santa Maria Novella’, one of the city’s main squares, and the River Arno.

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Accommodation Facilities

  • 24-hour reception
  • Breakfast room
  • Bar
  • TV
  • Lift
  • Disabled facilities: The hotel has one room with a specially adapted bathroom for disabled guests.  However, due to the situation of the hotel and the small lift this hotel is not suitable for wheelchair users.

 Student Rooms

  • 3-5 bedded rooms
  • En-suite facilities
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra bathroom on each floor
  • Balcony is some rooms

 Staff Rooms

  • Twins/singles
  • En-suite facilities
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra bathroom on each floor
  • Balcony is some rooms

 Safety Guidance

The hotel conforms to all local standards, which does not require windows to have restricted opening.  Group leaders are advised to consider this in their risk assessments/group management plan and ensure appropriate control measures are put in place.

 Local Tourist Tax (Italy)

Payable locally in accordance with star rating of the hotel as follows:
1* hotel – €1 per person per night
2* hotel – €2 per person per night
3* hotel – €3 per person per night
4* hotel – €4 per person per night, etc
N.B. Please note this is an average cost which can vary from region to region and is subject to change at short notice.  Please check with your tour consultant who will be able to confirm the exact rate of tax within your final itinerary.

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