Italy

New Year's In Florence

Program No. 19221RJ
Ring in the New Year in Florence, enjoying cuisine, culture, and artistic traditions as you learn about Renaissance architecture and the region’s fascinating history.

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At a Glance

Embrace the birth of a new year in the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, Florence. Absorb the incredible wealth of artistic treasures in the city that Cimabue, Giotto, Donatello, Michelangelo and da Vinci called home. Delve into the Tuscan capital’s fascinating political history from its Roman origins to the Medici dynasty to Machiavelli. And celebrate the dawning of a new year in true Italian style.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to four miles a day. Extended standing during site visits with limited or no public seating. Uneven terrain, limited public handrails, unavoidable stairs, marble and terracotta flooring, cobblestones. Elevator use is limited or restricted in historic sites. Expect crowded conditions in pedestrian centers and museums.

What You'll Learn

  • Discover the collections of the Uffizi, one of the world’s finest museums boasting works by Titian, Michelangelo, da Vinci, Botticelli, and many more.
  • Learn about the genius of Michelangelo at the Accademia and admire the "David."
  • Experience the Tuscan countryside on an excursion to where Chianti wine is produced.

General Notes

Give us a call to combine this learning adventure with, "Christmas in Sorrento" (#23713) or "Christmas in Rome" (#19115) for even more learning in Italy! We'll even transfer you for free between locations.
Featured Expert
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Suzanne Myers
Suzanne Myers originally hails from Lincoln, Nebraska and has been living in Florence since 2011. She has a BA in art history from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota and an MA in art history from Syracuse University. She works as a lecturer for several study away programs in Florence and as a licensed group leader. Suzanne specializes in Italian Renaissance art, but also loves to lecture on a wide range of subjects from the Medici family to the Black Death to Florentine fashion.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Umberto Cattani is a licensed group leader in Florence, Carrara and the Cinque Terre, and has been working with the Trinity College for 15 years. After completing his studies in accounting, Umberto worked in Parma as a sales manager for a clothing manufacturer. At the start of the new millennium, he discovered his real passion for guiding, and completed the required courses in art history, archaeology and history to achieve his new goal. Umberto lives in Carrara with his wife and daughter.
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Bianca Obradovic View biography
Bianca is originally from the former Yugoslavia, but after studying at the American Business School in Rome 30 years ago, she decided to make Italy her home. She is fluent in English, Italian, French, and Arabic among other languages. Bianca has worked as the site coordinator and group leader for numerous educational travel companies in Italy and in the Mediterranean.
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Suzanne Myers View biography
Suzanne Myers originally hails from Lincoln, Nebraska and has been living in Florence since 2011. She has a BA in art history from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota and an MA in art history from Syracuse University. She works as a lecturer for several study away programs in Florence and as a licensed group leader. Suzanne specializes in Italian Renaissance art, but also loves to lecture on a wide range of subjects from the Medici family to the Black Death to Florentine fashion.
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Elena Cappelli View biography
Elena Cappelli was born in Florence and studied at the Università degli Studi di Firenze where she completed her degree in foreign languages. She worked for a number of years as an event planner for a cultural association. A few years ago, she decided to follow in her mother’s footsteps to showcase her city to visitors, soon becoming a licensed expert in Florence. Elena lives in the Oltrarno neighborhood, an old residential district on the other side of the Arno River, with her teenage children.
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Barbara Gigi View biography
Barbara was born in Milan to a southern Italian family. She graduated from a school for interpreters and translators learning French, English and Dutch. She worked as an import manager for a fashion company before deciding to become a group leader. She now leads exclusively for Road Scholar and has decided to devote her life to the social sciences. When she is not leading groups, she is a full-time graduate student in anthropology at the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales in Paris.
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Emily Moloney View biography
Emily Moloney, who is originally from Buffalo, New York, first came to Italy over ten years ago. She holds a master's degree in Renaissance art history and is an officially licensed tour guide. In addition to working as a private guide, Emily lectures as a professor of art history and Italian culture at several study-abroad centers in Florence. In her free time, you can find Emily at the park with her growing family. 
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Meals
14 Meals
7 Breakfasts
2 Lunches
5 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Gluten Free
Lodging
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
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Dec 27, 2024 - Jan 04, 2025
  • Dec 27, 2024 - Jan 04, 2025
  • Dec 27, 2024 - Jan 04, 2025
  • Dec 28, 2024 - Jan 05, 2025
  • Dec 27, 2025 - Jan 04, 2026
7 nights
Florence
The Rivoli Boutique Hotel in Florence is a charming, historic accommodation encapsulating the city's rich cultural heritage. Housed in a restored 14th-century Franciscan monastery, the hotel combines contemporary comforts with traditional elegance. The interior showcases a fusion of modern design elements and original architectural features, creating a unique atmosphere that reflects both past and present. The hotel also features a beautiful courtyard garden, where visitors can relax amidst the serene surroundings. The hotel is near Santa Maria Novella and provides convenient access to many of the city's iconic landmarks, such as the Duomo, Uffizi, Piazza della Repubblica, and Ponte Vecchio.
7 nights
Florence
The Grand Hotel Adriatico in Florence offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience in the heart of this enchanting city. This elegant hotel near Firenze Santa Maria Novella station and the historical center provides easy access to Florence's iconic landmarks, such as the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Galleria degli Uffizi.
7 nights
Florence
The Rivoli Boutique Hotel in Florence is a charming, historic accommodation encapsulating the city's rich cultural heritage. Housed in a restored 14th-century Franciscan monastery, the hotel combines contemporary comforts with traditional elegance. The interior showcases a fusion of modern design elements and original architectural features, creating a unique atmosphere that reflects both past and present. The hotel also features a beautiful courtyard garden, where visitors can relax amidst the serene surroundings. The hotel is near Santa Maria Novella and provides convenient access to many of the city's iconic landmarks, such as the Duomo, Uffizi, Piazza della Repubblica, and Ponte Vecchio.





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