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One of the best Italian Language Schools in Italy, Il Sasso is recognized by the Ministry of Education and ISO 9001:2008 certified. Since 1983 it offers courses in Italian language, culture, art, wine, history, literature and Italian for special purposes. The school is open all year round both for group and individual teaching. Il Sasso is in Montepulciano, in the heart of Tuscany, half way between Florence and Rome. It is located in a historic building in town, has 8 large, airy classrooms and a hall for conferences. There is a terrace with a lovely panoramic view as well as free Internet Point for students and free WiFi access. Il Sasso offers to its students a wide variety of afternoon activities, such as guided tours, wine, olive oil and cheese tasting, cooking lessons and walks in the countryside. Students are of every age group and come from all parts of the globe. Class sizes are from 4 to 9 students. The classes are divided into six levels. The principal objective of our courses is to get our students, even those in the beginner levels, to the point where they're able to communicate in Italian.
Typical Day
Group courses: group lessons from 8.45 am to 1.10 pm, afternoon activities such as tours of Montepulciano, visits to the hot springs of Bagno Vignoni, excursions to Montalcino and Sant'Antimo, wine, cheese and olive oil tastings, cooking evenings and walks in the countryside.
Group courses + 1: group lessons from 8.45 am to 1.10 pm and individual tuition from 2.30 pm to 3.25 pm, afternoon activities such as tours of Montepulciano, visits to the hot springs of Bagno Vignoni, excursions to Montalcino and Sant'Antimo, wine, cheese and olive oil tastings, cooking evenings and walks in the countryside.
Group + 2 courses: group lessons from 8.45 am to 1.10 pm and individual tuition from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm, afternoon activities such as tours of Montepulciano, wine, cheese and olive oil tastings, cooking evenings and walks in the countryside.
Individual tuition (packages of private lessons): lessons in the morning or in the afternoons + excursions in the afternoons.
Culture mini-courses: For students looking for a short programme dedicated to Italian culture, we run mini-courses on Italian history and literature, as well as courses on art, wine, cookery and popular traditions. The culture mini-courses last for 6 hours over two or three days, or for 10 hours over the course of a week. Participants must already have at least an elementary knowledge of the Italian language (see individual mini-course details for minimum language requirements). The weekly courses are individual courses and can be started on any Monday. The two or three-day courses are group courses held on fixed dates. These group courses require a minimum of three participants.
Cooking courses: Il Sasso, in collaboration with the restaurant "Le Logge del Vignola", offers creative Tuscan cooking classes. Le Logge del Vignola is situated in the historic center of Montepulciano, opposite the school. Here Massimo will prepare typical Tuscan dishes together with you, using fresh local produce. Courses are available throughout the year, every day except Tuesday, and are held in the morning, 9.30 am - 11.30 am. There's a minimum of 2 participants. You can choose whether to prepare a full meal or concentrate on a particular type of dish.
Group courses + 1: group lessons from 8.45 am to 1.10 pm and individual tuition from 2.30 pm to 3.25 pm, afternoon activities such as tours of Montepulciano, visits to the hot springs of Bagno Vignoni, excursions to Montalcino and Sant'Antimo, wine, cheese and olive oil tastings, cooking evenings and walks in the countryside.
Group + 2 courses: group lessons from 8.45 am to 1.10 pm and individual tuition from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm, afternoon activities such as tours of Montepulciano, wine, cheese and olive oil tastings, cooking evenings and walks in the countryside.
Individual tuition (packages of private lessons): lessons in the morning or in the afternoons + excursions in the afternoons.
Culture mini-courses: For students looking for a short programme dedicated to Italian culture, we run mini-courses on Italian history and literature, as well as courses on art, wine, cookery and popular traditions. The culture mini-courses last for 6 hours over two or three days, or for 10 hours over the course of a week. Participants must already have at least an elementary knowledge of the Italian language (see individual mini-course details for minimum language requirements). The weekly courses are individual courses and can be started on any Monday. The two or three-day courses are group courses held on fixed dates. These group courses require a minimum of three participants.
Cooking courses: Il Sasso, in collaboration with the restaurant "Le Logge del Vignola", offers creative Tuscan cooking classes. Le Logge del Vignola is situated in the historic center of Montepulciano, opposite the school. Here Massimo will prepare typical Tuscan dishes together with you, using fresh local produce. Courses are available throughout the year, every day except Tuesday, and are held in the morning, 9.30 am - 11.30 am. There's a minimum of 2 participants. You can choose whether to prepare a full meal or concentrate on a particular type of dish.
Map & Directions
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Il Sasso - Italian Language SchoolMontepulciano (SI), Italy |
Nearby Attractions and Services
| Description | Distance |
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| Florence |
110 km |
| Rome |
180 km |
| Sienna |
70 km |
| Cortona |
30 km |
| Montalcino |
45 km |
| Perugia |
80 km |
Rates & Availability
(All rates in USD $)
Course prices 2019| Course type | stand. | intens. | Notes |
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| 1 week course | 297 | 616.00 | per person |
| 2 week course | 495 | 1.10 | per person |
| 3 week course | 644 | 1.10 | per person |
| 4 week course | 781 | 1.10 | per person |
Group courses
1-week course: Euro 298
2-week course: Euro 489
3-week course: Euro 638
4-week course: Euro 773
6-week course: Euro 1125
8-week course (2 months): Euro 1465
12-week course (3 months): Euro 2148
Group courses + 1
1-week course + 1 hour of private lessons per day: Euro 489
2-week course + 1 hour of private lessons per day: Euro 798
3-week course + 1 hour of private lessons per day: Euro 1045
4-week course (1 month) + 1 hour of private lessons per day: Euro 1286
6-week course + 1 hour of private lessons per day: Euro 1752
8-week course (2 months) + 1 hour of private lessons per day: Euro 2314
12-week course (3 months) + 1 hour of private lessons per day: Euro 3363
Group courses + 2
1-week course + 2 hours of private lessons per day: Euro 586
2-week course + 2 hours of private lessons per day: Euro 1053
3-week course + 2 hours of private lessons per day: Euro 1485
4-week course (1 month) + 2 hours of private lessons per day: Euro 1866
6-week course + 2 hours of private lessons per day: Euro 2792
8-week course (2 months) + 2 hours of private lessons per day: Euro 3709
12-week course (3 months) + 2 hours of private lessons per day: Euro 5463
Individual tuition
1-hour lesson (55 minutes): Euro 43
1-day classes: 2-hours course = Euro 90 per person
3-hours course = Euro 130 per person
Package of 6 hours of private lessons: Euro 246
Package of 10 hours of private lessons: Euro 400
Lessons for two, 1-hour lesson (55 minutes): Euro 70
Package of 10 hours of lessons for two: Euro 650
Italian for special purposes / Preparation for Certificates in Italian (1-hour lesson, 55 minutes): Euro 43
Cultural courses
Culture mini-courses of 2/3 days (group courses)
Speaking about wine: Euro 75
Iris Origo's garden: Euro 70
Art trails: Euro 75
Popular traditions: Euro 65
Culture mini-courses of 1 week (2 hours of individual tuition per day):
Speaking about wine, Art trails, A brief history of 20th century Italian literature, The contemporary novel, Fascism - Origins, Consensus, Collapse, Italy Today: Euro 400
Accommodation costs 2019:
Basic apartment for one person: Euro 45 per night
Basic apartment for two people (with one bedroom): Euro 60 per night
Basic apartment for two people (with two single rooms): Euro 80 per night
Room with a family with breakfast: Euro 30 per night
Room with a family with half-board: Euro 40 per night
In accordance with City Council resolution number 91 of November 30, 2011 the Municipality of Montepulciano has introduced a Tourist Tax, to take effect from February 1, 2012. The tax is payable by non-residents for overnight accommodation in the Municipality of Montepulciano. The amount for your accommodation is € 1 per person per night.
Discounts for students and over 70
Il Sasso offers a 10 % discount for all school and university students who provide proof of their membership of a school or university and for all participants over 70 years of age. These discounts are available for group courses, group courses + 1 and group courses + 2. They do not apply to other courses.
Special prices are offered for long term stays (courses + accommodation).
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