Montepulciano, Tuscany
hosted by Heather Broster of Daily Italian Words
October 12 - 19, 2025
Double (per person) $3200
Single (per person) $3700
A $500 deposit is all that is required to reserve your space on this tour.
Once you have paid your deposit, the remainder of the trip cost is due 60 days prior to the start of the trip. Your deposit is non-refundable (but can be applied to a future trip within 18 months from the original trip date in the event you must cancel).
Join us for this immersive week in the Italian language hosted by Heather Broster of Daily Italian Words . During this week culture, experiences and language merge in the charming hill town of Montepulciano. You will have the opportunity to improve your language skills and speak Italian in a real life setting each day with insiders and native speakers by your side.
what’s included:
7 nights: accommodation in a boutique hotel in the historic center
7 days of language immersion: with native speakers, guiding you to fluency
5 days of language school: sharpen your skills with a 3 hours of language instruction each morning
Meals: Daily breakfast, 2 dinners, 3 lunches, and 2 aperitivo
Italian-speaking experience directors and local guides: ensures an authentic and immersive journey
All activities, admissions, and local transport included: so you can relax and enjoy every moment
Gratuities for local guides and drivers: included for your convenience
Pre-trip recommended reading and film list: to get you in the Italian spirit
Pre-trip call to go over all the details
Pre-trip WhatsApp group to get to know each other
Speaking lots of Italian: by the end of the week, you’ll feel like a pro!
Day trips to Pienza and Orvieto: explore Tuscany and Umbria’s hidden treasures
Guided walking tour of Montepulciano: discover the charming alleys and narrow streets of this picturesque hill town
Cooking class and farm tour: experience the flavors of Tuscany with a hands-on culinary experience in an idyllic farm setting
Wine tasting and aperitivo: discover Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and other varietals from the region
Semi-private language session with a native speaker instructor: Create a personalized plan to continue your language journey long after our week together
And more …
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Where we’ll stay
Boutique hotel in the historic center. Each room features a king size bed, desk, comfortable seating, and air conditioning.
Tour size
We limit the number of people on our tours to 10 so that we can provide a very personal, small group environment, with plenty of opportunities for you to practice speaking in an authentic setting.
Level of Italian
We welcome Italian learners who speak an A2 level of Italian. If you’re not sure of your level, you can check this guide to do a self-assessment. If you have questions, please get in touch and we will help you determine if this trip is a good fit for you.
Activity level
The activity level of this trip will be medium, with quite a bit of urban walking, steps, and some light hiking.
Food preferences
The activities involving food will have vegetarian options, but if you are lactose or gluten intolerant or have other food allergies your options may be more limited. Please let us know in advance and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Price, cancellations, changes and refunds
Price does not include air fare or transport to and from Montepulciano. Lodging, all activities, local transport, gratuities for local guides and some meals (as noted) are included in the trip price.
Once you have paid your deposit, the remainder of the trip cost is due 45 days prior to the start of the trip.
Your deposit is non-refundable, but can be applied to a future trip (within 18 months from the original trip date) in the event you must cancel.
We recommend purchasing a trip insurance policy which includes ‘trip cancellation for any reason.’
If you are traveling with a spouse, partner or friend who does not want to attend Italian classes, they may still participate in all activities, meals, etc., with the acknowledgment that all activities will be conducted in Italian. Price will be the same as the double occupant price.
We reserve the right to substitute an activity or venue of equal value in the case of issues created by weather, cancellations by guides or venues, closures, strikes and other unpredictable events beyond our control. Participants will be notified as soon as possible of any changes. We reserve the right to adjust this itinerary before the tour begins based on the number of participants.
We reserve the right to cancel this tour if we do not have at least 6 participants. In the event of tour cancellation by Vero Viaggio, you will receive a 100% refund.
If you have any questions, please inquire and we’ll be happy to forward more information.
Meet your experience directors:
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Heather Broster is a graduate with honours in linguistics from the University of Western Ontario.
She is an aspiring polyglot, proficient in English and Italian, as well as Japanese, Welsh, and French to varying degrees of fluency.
Originally hailing from Toronto, Heather has resided in various countries, notably Italy for a period of six years. Her primary focus lies in the fields of language acquisition, education, and bilingual instruction.
Together with her husband Mathieu, they are dedicated to nurturing their young son’s proficiency in four languages.
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Ashley D'Aristotile is a seasoned travel advisor with over a decade of experience planning custom itineraries and group trips.
Ashley founded her own agency, Flyway Travel, in 2022 to help curious travelers experience Europe though creative and culturally-immersive trips. As a first-generation Italian-American, Ashley brings a deep appreciation for heritage and connection to her work. She is based out of Orlando, Florida, and speaks intermediate Italian.
Ashley will be your coordinator for all travel logistics, including arrival coordination and optional travel to other areas of Italy after our immersion week.
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