Portrait of Italy

From the breathtaking Amalfi Coast to Rome, through the gentle Umbrian and Tuscan countryside to Venice, this wide-ranging tour showcases ancient sites, contemporary life, priceless art, and beautiful natural scenery.

Portrait of Italy

From the breathtaking Amalfi Coast to Rome, through the gentle Umbrian and Tuscan countryside to Venice, this wide-ranging tour showcases ancient sites, contemporary life, priceless art, and beautiful natural scenery.

Highlights

  • Embark on a scenic cruise along the breathtaking Amalfi Coast, followed by a visit to the mountaintop town of Ravello, renowned for its spectacular gardens and coastal vistas.
  • Explore the remarkably preserved ruins of Pompeii before taking a picturesque drive along the winding roads of the Amalfi Coast, offering stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea.
  • Delve into the rich history of Montecassino as you tour its iconic abbey, a revered center of medieval art and culture, and learn about its reconstruction following World War II.
  • Experience the medieval charm of Assisi and wander its historic streets, visit St. Clare Church and the Basilica di San Francesco, and savor the flavors of local cuisine.
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by Odysseys Unlimited.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Naples, Italy
Day 2: Naples | Amalfi Coast
Day 3: Ravello
Day 4: Pompeii | Amalfi Coast | Sorrento
Day 5: Amalfi Coast | Montecassino | Rome
Day 6: Rome
Day 7: Rome
Day 8: Rome | Umbria
Day 9: Orvieto
Day 10: Assisi
Day 11: Umbria | Siena | Tuscany
Day 12: Florence
Day 13: San Gimignano
Day 14: Tuscany | Venice
Day 15: Venice
Day 16: Depart for U.S.

Host

Carlos Jackson

Dean and Professor

U-M Role

Dean Jackson is a visual artist and writer, whose work is a reflection of Chicanx art praxis, engaging community-engaged cultural practices of social justice. His work has been exhibited in national traveling exhibitions such as “Estampas de la Raza: Contemporary Mexican American Prints from the Romo Collection,” which began at the McNay Art Museum in San Antonio, Texas, and “Printing the Revolution: The Rise and Impact of Chicano Graphics, 1965-Now,” which just opened at the Smithsonian American Art Museum.

Available to Book
Sept. 14-29, 2025

Starting price

$6,574

Deposit per person

$500

Countries Visited

Italy

Activity Level

Medium
Sept. 14-29, 2025

Starting price

$6,574
*Single supplement applies

Deposit per person

$500

Countries Visited

Italy

Activity Level

Medium
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