This Italy Classics school trip to Rome and the Bay of Naples offers a non-stop ride through the history and archaeology of ancient Rome. Hitting all of the key site in Rome and the Bay of Naples, amazing museums, alongside opportunities to appreciate Italian food and culture, this trip is bound to excite and engage all students with the Classical world.
Discover Ancient Rome in the detailed itinerary below! But remember, all our school trips are fully customisable.
If you’re looking to keep your trip to the length of the school week, we’ve also planned an amazing 5-day Classics trip below, which shows students Rome and the beautiful Ostia Antica.
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*Prices based on groups of 20 students and 2 free teachers.
What's included?
✓ All accommodation costs
✓ Full board meals for the entire trip
✓ All transportation costs, including airport pick-up and drop-off
✓ All activities listed in the itinerary
✓ 1 free teacher per 10 paying students
✓ 24-hour emergency contact support during the trip
✓ Detailed pre-departure summary & briefing
✓ Full financial failure protection
✓ Public liability insurance
✓ Our trips are fully risk-assessed
Day 1: Rome
Your Italy Classics school trip starts today! Step off the plane at Ciampino/Fiumicino airport and hop on the Terravision bus to your accommodation in Termini. Check into the hotel, unpack and prepare for the exciting world of classical civilisation.
Head straight out into the eternal city and enjoy a walking tour of some of the most famous sites the city has to offer. See the Spanish Steps, Borghese Gardens, marvel at the Pantheon and throw your coin into the Trevi Fountain.
Amble through Rome’s streets to the Piazza Navona, once a chariot racing track! Enjoy a well-earned meal and gelato!
Day 2: Rome
Head into the centre of the ancient city, the Roman Forum! Wander through the ancient buildings that made up the political centre of Rome and then head up to the Palatine Hill, and marvel at the scale of these imperial palaces.
From palaces to prisoners, its time for the Colosseum! Walk in the footsteps of Roman spectators and explore this amazing monument to Roman public life. It’s even possible to walk out onto the arena floor and stand in the place of prisoners and gladiators alike!
Spend the evening walking along the River Tiber, exploring neighbourhoods like Trastevere. Enjoy dinner in a local restaurant.
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Short on time? Don’t worry! We’ve planned an exciting 5-day itinerary which still shows students the best of Rome – plus, it features a full-day excursion to the beautiful archaeological site of Ostia Antica!
Day 1: Rome
Your Italy Classics school trip starts today! Transfer from the airport to the accommodation, unpack, and prepare for the exciting world of Classical civilisation.
Head straight out into the eternal city and enjoy a walking tour of some of the most famous sites the city has to offer. See the Spanish Steps, Borghese Gardens, marvel at the Pantheon and throw your coin into the Trevi Fountain.
Amble through Rome’s streets to the Piazza Navona, once a chariot racing track! Enjoy a well-earned meal and gelato!
Day 2: Rome
Head into the centre of the ancient city, the Roman Forum! Wander through the ancient buildings that made up the political centre of Rome and then head up to the Palatine Hill, and marvel at the scale of these imperial palaces.
From palaces to prisoners, its time for the Colosseum! Walk in the footsteps of Roman spectators and explore this amazing monument to Roman public life.
You’ve seen what it’s like to be in the crowd, now live like a gladiator. Learn sword techniques, archery and javelin at your very own Gladiator School workshop!
Spend the evening walking along the River Tiber, exploring neighbourhoods like Trastevere. Enjoy dinner in a local restaurant.
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Learning Outcomes
Immerse yourself in the civilisation of ancient Rome.
Gain appreciation for some of the highlights of Roman art.
Experience for yourself the magnitude of Roman entertainment and architecture.
Walk through the ancient cities and get up close to the archaeological remains of the Roman empire.
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