History School & College Tours to Lake Garda
Lake Garda is an excellent base for groups wanting to explore the nearby Italian historical cities of Venice, Milan and Verona. A visit to any of these cities can help transform a student's understanding of several periods of European history.
History Excursions
- Salò - Where Mussolini established his last republic in 1943 after he escaped from Italian partisans.
- Milan - The Italian centre of finance, business and fashion. See the Gothic architecture and Leonardo da Vinci's 'Last Supper'.
- Verona - Infamous as the backdrop to the great love story of Romeo and Juliet. The impressive Roman amphitheatre is now used for spectacular operatic performances.
- Florence - Immortalised for all time by the great artists, thinkers, and scientists of the Renaissance, Florence is filled with priceless art treasures and historic monuments
Curriculum Focus
- Opportunities to explore a number local medieval sites
- Ideal base for exploring historical sites in Venice, Verona, Milan and Padua
Student Outcomes
- Learn about the region’s significance in wider European history
- Visit and experience a wide range of preserved medieval architecture
