Day 1 – Depart USA
Gli Adeguati Assetti
Flight from the US to Florence, Italy
Itinerary
Day 2 – Arrival in Florence
Morning
Arrive in Florence, meet TLAC group leader, and check into accommodation
Late Morning
Arrive in Florence, meet TLAC group leader, and check into accommodation
Afternoon
Visit to Museo Galileo – Explore Italy’s contributions to early scientific and mathematical discoveries
Evening
Free time to rest and explore
Day 3 – Florence
Morning
Classroom time 9am-12pm (Content Provided by Faculty)
Afternoon
Site visit to Leonardo da Vinci Museum– Interactive exhibits on Da Vinci’s contributions to geometry, engineering, and mathematics
Evening
Pastamania Experience in Florence. Students will participate in a hands-on pasta-making workshop where they’ll learn to create traditional Italian pasta from scratch. After preparing their pasta, they’ll enjoy a delicious multi-course meal featuring their creations, paired with authentic sauces. This interactive and fun welcome dinner is the perfect introduction to Florence’s rich culinary culture.
Day 4 – Florence & Pisa
Morning
Travel to Pisa
Late Morning
Guided tour of the Leaning Tower of Pisa & Piazza dei Miracoli – Discussion on the mathematics of architecture and Galileo’s legendary gravity experiments
Afternoon
Free Time to explore Pisa
Evening
Return to Florence, free time
Day 5 – Florence
Morning
Classroom time 9am-12pm (Content Provided by Faculty)
Afternoon
Giardino di Archimede – A Museum for Mathematics
Extra Info
Students will visit the Giardino di Archimede, the world’s first museum entirely dedicated to mathematics. The museum's interactive exhibits bring to life key mathematical concepts, their historical development, and their practical applications. The visit will include a guided tour focusing on the contributions of Italian mathematicians and how Florence played a role in advancing mathematical thought during the Renaissance. Students will engage with hands-on exhibits covering geometry, calculus, and mathematical games, offering a fun and engaging way to see math come alive outside the classroom.
Evening
Free
Day 6 – Florence
Morning
Classroom time 9am-12pm (Content provided by Faculty)
Afternoon
Company Visit in Florence (Math or History Themed)
Evening
Free Time
Day 7 – Florence to rome
Morning
High-speed train to Rome
Afternoon
Visit to the Pantheon, with a focus on the mathematical and engineering precision of its dome
Evening
Free time to explore Rome’s historic center
Day 8 – Rome
Morning
Classroom time 9am-12pm (Content provided by Faculty)
Afternoon& Evening
Free Time
Day 9 – Rome
Late Morning & Afternoon
Exclusive guided tour of the Vatican Museums, including the Gallery of Maps and the geometric principles behind Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel
Evening
Free time
Day 10 – Rome
Morning
Classroom time 9am-12pm (Content Provided by Faculty)
Afternoon
Mathematical Scavenger Hunt in Rome
Extra Info
Students will embark on a guided scavenger hunt through some of Rome's most iconic landmarks (such as the Colosseum, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona). The focus will be on uncovering the mathematical principles hidden in the architecture, engineering, and art of these historic sites. They will solve puzzles, answer math-related questions, and engage in problem-solving challenges tied to geometry, symmetry, and ratios, which are foundational elements in Roman architecture.
Evening
Free Time
Day 11 – Rome
Morning
Morning: Company Visit – Applied Mathematics & Innovation in Rome
Extra Info
Students will visit a mathematics-focused company, research institute, or tech firm in Rome that specializes in applied mathematics, data science, cryptography, or engineering solutions. They will meet with professionals to discuss how mathematical theories are used in real-world problem-solving, from finance and cybersecurity to AI
Afternoon
Free time to explore Rome. They may choose to visit iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Vatican City or the Pantheon, or simply enjoy Rome’s vibrant cafés, markets and cultural sites.
Evening
Group Farewell Dinner in Rome, reflecting on the program’s highlights and key learning experiences.
Day 12 – Rome
Morning
Free time for final exploration
Afternoon
Depart for airport, flight back to the USA
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- Cultural Competence
- Global Perspective
- Real-World Applications of Mathematics
- Hands-on Learning
- Enhanced Understanding of Mathematical Concepts
Support for Faculty
Support for Faculty
At The Learning Abroad Co., we collaborate with faculty to design custom programs that align with their academic vision. We provide comprehensive support in curriculum development, logistics and resources for promoting and recruiting students for these unique global learning experiences.
- Online faculty-led program website for consultation by faculty and students pre- and during the trip
- Expertise from the local team who developed the program proposal
- Collaborative planning for a unique and customized program
- Feedback forms for continuous evaluation
- Pre-departure webinar
Contact Information
We would be delighted to work with you to facilitate a rich experience for your group in Spain. If you would like to discuss any of the details in this proposal please do not hesitate to contact us.
