Journey through Italy, where world-class design, technological advancement, and a rich tapestry of history await.

From the cobbled streets of Rome to Milan’s cutting-edge fashion and Florence’s artistic legacy

TENTATIVE ITINERARY

Time-frame

Activity Description

Day

1

Arrival in Rome – The Eternal City

  • Arrival from Entebbe to Rome, Italy.

  • Welcome reception and orientation session.

  • Explore the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

  • Enjoy a traditional Italian dinner in Trastevere.

Day

2

Rome – Power, Politics, and Heritage

  • Visit the Italian Parliament or a European Union info center.

  • Tour Vatican City and St. Peter’s Basilica.

  • Explore the Pantheon and Piazza Navona.

  • Evening wine tasting and networking dinner.

Day

3

Travel to Florence – Renaissance Meets Innovation

  • High-speed train to Florence.

  • Guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

  • Visit to a local artisan workshop or design studio.

  • Dinner with guest speaker on Italy’s creative industries.

Day

4

Florence – Craftsmanship and Enterprise

  • Visit Scuola del Cuoio (leather school) or an Italian fashion incubator.

  • Meet with representatives from Florence Chamber of Commerce.

  • Cultural walk along Ponte Vecchio and Boboli Gardens.

  • Cooking class featuring Tuscan cuisine.

Day

5

Milan – Italy’s Business Capital

  • Travel to Milan, Italy’s hub of finance, tech, and fashion.

  • Tour of a leading fashion house or design lab.

  • Visit the Fondazione Prada or Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia.

  • Business roundtable with innovation leaders.

Day

6

Milan – Innovation in Action

  • Explore Politecnico di Milano’s innovation campus.

  • Visit the headquarters of a startup accelerator or digital agency.

  • Leisure time for shopping in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

  • Farewell gala dinner with live music and networking.

Day

7

Departure from Milan

  • Morning reflections and feedback session.

  • Optional visit to the Duomo di Milano.

  • Departure from Milan Malpensa International Airport.