Study Italian in Sicily with CIS

Dive into an enriching Italian language study while experiencing Siracusa’s winter or spring wonder in full bloom.

Experience Italy Like Never Before

Immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of Sicily with CIS' unique study experiences. Whether you're an Italian language enthusiast or a casual learner, our trips offer an unparalleled opportunity to learn and explore.

Two Exciting Options

Spring: Come in May and experience Sicily's vibrant spring, as the island bursts with colorful flowers and lush landscape. Enjoy the renowned Baroque Flower Festival in Noto, an event that transforms the town into a spectacular floral display. Our spring program offers a perfect blend of language learning and cultural immersion, showcasing the best of Sicily's heritage.

13 - 20 May 2025, $6,500 per person*

Winter: Embrace the winter ambiance of Siracusa and advance your Italian language skills while partaking in the joyous Feast of Saint Lucy in December. Spend a week with us and savor the unique winter atmosphere and mild weather of Sicily, all while deepening your cultural and linguistic understanding.

10 - 17 December 2024, $6,500 per person*

11 - 18 December 2025, $6,900 per person*

*airfare not included

Siracusa has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005. This is mainly due to its enormous historical, archaeological, cultural and anthropological importance. Siracusa is a unique city in the world that has its historical centre located on an enchanting island, Ortigia. With its unrivalled beauty, Siracusa was, for a period, the most important city in Magna Grecia and was declared by Cicero to be its most beautiful.

One experience open to students of all levels, from beginners to advanced.

A week with us in Siracusa promises not just language learning, but an enchanting journey through the magic of spring and winter. Seize this unparalleled opportunity to combine education with a cultural expedition that you won’t forget!

What's included:

Pick up and drop off from Catania airport
5-star accommodation
Italian lessons - 3 hours a day for 5 days
Tuition in groups of 3 to 6 students per teacher
Printed learning materials
Accompanying teachers at all the events
20 minutes private lesson upon enrolment to assess your language level and help you develop a revision strategy
7 Breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners and 1 wine tasting
Entry fees to Maniace Castle, Duomo and Jewish Baths
Ortigia Market tour with a local
Cooking class with a local chef
Olive oil tasting and lemon dessert show-cooking
Cultural guided tours of Ortigia and Noto
Transfer to Noto and return
Transfer to Oliva Farm and return

Find out more

If you wish to express your interest in joining the CIS Immersive Italian Experience in 2024 or 2025 and you would like to receive a detailed brochure, please contact us at [email protected]