Making Heart-to-Heart Connections In Rural Italy
It wasn’t all that long ago that traveling to other countries meant much more than seeing the sights. It meant making deep and lasting connections with people from another culture, taking in fresh perspectives, slowing down, sharing values, and perhaps even regenerating oneself.
Of course, times change. And the way most people now travel has also changed. Most tourism today involves a checklist of important landmarks, sampling the local cuisine, then moving on to the next stop.
At Esperienza, our fundamental mission is to give our guests the opportunity to once again make those gratifying heart-to-heart connections. To fully immerse themselves in a small community, getting to know the local residents through genuine, often spontaneous, interactions.
This is our Italy. This is Esperienza.
Esperienza Tours
For curious travelers, our hope is that your path with Esperienza will lead you to a place (or places), a moment (or many), and especially to a person (or several) that will help you leave behind the usual worries and preoccupations and remind you of all the beauty in the world, all the potential friendships, and the pure joy of connecting with others…heart-to-heart.
Whether your interest is learning the Italian language, tasting the iconic cuisine, or hiking a historic trail, our knowledge of the region, relationships with local people, and commitment to our mission will provide you with a memorable trip like no other, in a safe and inspiring environment. Get off the beaten path, and join us for a truly immersive Italian travel experience in rural Italy, as we connect with the culture through local people.
Italian Language learning
the joy of italian cuisine
Pilgrimage hiking
Sicilian coast Immersion
Esperienza Virtuale
Launched as a way to stay connected and make new friends in Italy, our online programs feature artisans of all kinds who teach and inspire us. Most events originate from Emilia-Romagna, all are live, interactive and engaging.
What Makes Esperienza Different?
As a non-profit organization, Esperienza creates extraordinary authentic and immersive travel experiences, connecting visitors with local communities.
enjoy The Stories
We Share
The next best thing to being in Emilia-Romagna is to view it through the eyes and words of another. Read a few transformational stories here.
How You Make a
Difference
While you have an opportunity to discover a different corner of Italy, you’re also helping to support and sustain a vitally important lifestyle.
participant reviews
Hear what it’s like to be part of Esperienza in the words of a past participant: “It’s something I’ll cherish for the rest of my life.”
Esperienza in the news
From newspapers to magazines to television, the story of Esperienza has attracted attention. Take a look at some of the recent coverage by clicking below.
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