The course includes:

20 hrs/week group course Monday to Friday 9.15 – 13.00, optional afternoon activities, 4 cooking classes including dinner, homestay accommodation in a single room, breakfast included.

Please specify your Italian language level upon enrolment.
Starting dates: every week (every 2 weeks for absolute beginners).
On your arrival, we will test your knowledge of Italian in order for you to join the right class.

1 week-language program including accommodation (single room with breakfast):€ 860

Starting dates 2024

Lucca: Lucca: Jan 15, 29 – Feb 12, 26 – Mar 11, 25 – Apr 8, 22 – May 6, 20 – June 3, 17 – July 1, 15, 29 – Aug 12, 26 – Sept 9, 23 – Oct 7, 21 – Nov 4, 18 – Dec 2 2024

Non-beginners can start on dates other than the course starting dates listed

Starting dates for beginners 2025

Non-beginners can start on dates other than the course start dates listed.
Lucca: Jan 13,27 – Feb 10, 24 – Mar 10, 24 – Apr 7, 28 – May 12, 26 – June 9, 23 – July 07, 21 – Aug 04, 18 – Sept 01, 15, 29 – Oct 13 – Nov 3, 17 – Dec 1, 15*
* (1 week course - please, contact our secretary for the price)

20 hours of group course + 4 excursions + welcome drink + private and public transportation

The program includes: Italian Language and Culture Course over 4 days from 9.15 to 13.00 for the total of 20 hours/week; 4 half day excursions with a teacher/guide; a welcome drink; private and public transportation.

An example of a program

Monday
La città: An urban walk “The City from the Walls"
This walk will help students get to know Lucca and the surrounding areas from the viewpoint of the Renaissance walls that encircles the city. The impressive green belt surrounding the historical center proposes a special way to admire the ever-changing scenery of the beautiful view of hills in the distance, or the city below with its unique charm of an ancient history and a modern daily life.
The walk ends with a welcoming drink at one of Lucca’s bars.
Tuesday
La collina: A walk through the olive groves and vineyards that surround the historical homes of the old nobility of Lucca.
When you think about Tuscany, you probably visualize medieval villages, old churches, green cypress-lined roads and even hidden corners, set within a picturesque landscape of green fields, vineyards, silvery-green olive trees and rolling down hills. Well the good news is that it genuinely exists!
Wednesday
Il mare: Exploring the Ligurian Coast. Full day excursion. A walk on the seaside path through vineyards, copses of oak, alder, pine and juniper trees, cliffs, ancient pilgrimage routes, Roman roads. You will enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view of the whole coastal line of the Cinque Terre. Packed lunch.
Thursday
La montagna:A walk through the mountains. This walk will take students through the mountains north of Lucca, known as Garfagnana, the “green lungs of Tuscany.” From the peaks you can enjoy amazing views that range from the Apenines and the Apuan Alps, to the gentle rolling hills and the medieval villages.
Friday
Free afternoon to enjoy the city

Please note that the course requires a minimum of two participants.
1 week program - Course price:€ 670

Starting dates 2024:

Mar 11 - Apr 22 - May 6 - Sept 23 - Oct 21

Starting dates 2025:

Mar 10 - April 7 - May 12, 26- Sept 29 - Oct 13

The walking tours are designed for those who love walking. The routes are not particularly demanding, however, good health conditions are required. The duration of the walks varies from 3 to 5 hours along flat and wooded trails that will have some differences in height.
We recommend to wear hiking shoes and layered clothing to adjust to changing weather conditions.In the case of adverse weather conditions, the school reserves the right to make changes to the program that will be promptly communicated. Students will be covered by insurance in case of any accident that might occur during the excursions.

Special price for one additional week of Italian Language and Culture Course, € 180

1 week in Sestri Levante/Lucca + 1 week in Lucca/Sestri Levante (An example of a 2-week course):

1 week in Sestri Levante includes:
Italian standard course: 20 lessons per week of group lessons, 4 hours a day from 9.00 to 12.30 + optional afternoon activities according to the program of the Course of Italian Language and Culture.
The classes have a maximum of 8 students (minimum 3) and are divided between grammar and conversation.

1 week in Lucca includes:
Italian standard course: 20 lessons per week of group lessons, 4 hours a day from 9.15 to 13.00 + optional afternoon activities according to the program of the Course of Italian Language and Culture.
The maximum number of students per class is 12 and on average there are 6 or 7 students in each class.
Accommodation in homestay or hotel.

Price of the course € 600

SESTRI LEVANTE

Sestri Levante is a colorful, peaceful and small seaside town, which encompasses picturesque bays enclosed in small coves.
Sestri Levante is also well known as the “city of two seas” because of its geographical location: it is in fact situated on a small promontory and overlooks two bays, the Baia del Silenzio and the Baia delle Favole (Bay of Silence and Bay of Fables).
Situated in the Genova area and midway between Portofino and Cinque Terre on the Gulf of Tigullio, Sestri Levante is a popular seaside resort that can be enjoyed at any time of the year and an ideal place to explore the most beautiful villages in Liguria.
Our classrooms are well located in a 19th century building, Palazzo Negrotto Cambiaso, which has a direct view onto the breathtaking Bay of Silence.

LUCCA

Lucca's intact sixteenth century city walls are unique and form an impressive part of a green belt surrounding the historic centre.
The city centre is extremely well preserved and the pedestrian area is wide enough to get around easily on foot or by bicycle.
The historical heart of the old town here, maintains all its Italian flavour in the many stores, cafes and trattorias.
The lively town stages many cultural events that make the city a place of interest every month of the year.
The city is beautifully located so that if you would like, it is possible to visit wineries or old villas and farmhouses in the surrounding hills or to see the neighbouring cities of Florence, Pistoia, Pisa etc.
The classrooms of our school in via dei Tabacchi, are well situated in a historic palace in the area of the old town.
On arrival, we assess your existing level of Italian by taking a test and you join a class at the appropriate level.
A wide choice of courses are offered both in Lucca and in Sestri Levante.

For any further information, feel free to contact: info@koinecenter.com

The program includes:

• individual course of Italian Language and Culture: 10 hrs/week on 5 mornings, 2 hrs/day
• transfer from/to the port of Livorno to/from Capraia by Toremar ferry (about 3 hours each way)
• self catering accommodation: single room in apartment shared with the tutor
• 2 excursions: walking two hiking paths exploring the coastline and the interior
• 1 cruise around the island on a small boat (2 hours)
• 1 guided tour of the village and the surrounding area
• 1 aperitivo
• supervision and assistance by Koinè staff

Duration: 1 week

Course fee: € 1620

The trails are easy walks, though they may have some climbs. Please make sure you bring appropriate shoes, preferably hiking boots. The paths offer panoramic views in all directions. Be prepared to be dazzled by the stark contrast between the views of the Tuscan coast in the distance, the sea below and the local agriculture with its vineyards.

Starting dates:

Please contact us for details

Group class 20, 40, 60 or 80 hrs + photography workshop

1 week – 20 hrs Italian Language and Culture group class in the morning + optional afternoon activities. Photography Workshop in the afternoon – 3 meetings of 2 hours each, 6 total hours of photoclass € 460

2 weeks– 40 hrs Italian Language and Culture group class in the morning + optional afternoon activities. Photography Workshop in the afternoon – 4 meetings of 2 hours each, + 1 half -day outdoor photo workshop, 12 total hours of photoclass € 780

3 weeks – 60 hrs Italian Language and Culture group class in the morning + optional afternoon activities. Photography Workshop in the afternoon – 6 meetings of 2 hours each, + 2 half-day outdoor photo workshops, 20 total hours of photoclass € 1170

4 weeks– 80 hrs Italian Language and Culture group class in the morning + optional afternoon activities. Photography Workshop in the afternoon – 8 meetings of 2 hours each + 3 half-day outdoor photo workshops, 28 total hours of photoclass € 1465

Main Subjects: travel, street, architecture, landscape, portrait, portrait set, fashion, sport. Tips and tricks.
The photography workshop includes both a theoretical and a practical section.
Participants will be asked to create their own personal portfolio.
At the end of the course, they will receive a certificate of attendance.
No specific professional training is required, unless on the basis of special needs and programs that must be agreed in advance.
Lucca 2024: Lucca: Jan 15, 29 – Feb 12, 26 – Mar 11, 25 – Apr 8, 22 – May 6, 20 – June 3, 17 – July 1, 15, 29 – Aug 12, 26 – Sept 9, 23 – Oct 7, 21 – Nov 4, 18 – Dec 2 2024

Starting dates for beginners 2025

Non-beginners can start on dates other than the course start dates listed.
Lucca: Jan 13,27 – Feb 10, 24 – Mar 10, 24 – Apr 7, 28 – May 12, 26 – June 9, 23 – July 07, 21 – Aug 04, 18 – Sept 01, 15, 29 – Oct 13 – Nov 3, 17 – Dec 1, 15*

* (1 week course)
Please note: week 17 (Apr 21) only 3 days course: contact our secretary for the price

2 hrs/day lesson of Italian Language + 2 hrs/day of after school activity + lunch.

Tour details: starting from Koinè Center (via dei Tabacchi, 5) towards piazza Napoleone, then to piazza San Michele and to via Buia (close to via Fillungo). Lunch will take place in piazza del Carmine, in front of the old Lucca market.

Duration: 4 hours

Prices:

• 1 person: Euro 220
• 2 persons: Euro 290 (145 each)
• 3 persons: Euro 480 (160 each)

Validity of the offer: all year round

To enrol in this course, please contact us at info@koinecenter.com