Ideal for relaxing family holidays or business trips.
AmicaSiena, your best friend in Siena

Language Course

Enjoy the essence of this enchanted city and the poetry of its countryside... We can book country houses for you: individual apartments in residences, farm holidays or hotel rooms… This is the best way to visit all the beauties of Siena and its surroundings. It’s ideal for relaxing family holidays or business trips, and for full immersion courses in the Italian language in the quiet of your home.

Our aim is to broaden your appreciation of the Italian language and culture and to enrich your stay abroad whether you are here on vacation or passing through on business.

Our innovative offer will add that special element to your holiday or enliven your business trip. You choose the topics and the hours that suit your schedule. We bring everything to you. Should our cultural program interest anyone whose knowledge of the Italian language is not sufficient to follow the presentation, our experts can, for an additional charge, be accompanied by an English (or German) translator.

Our services include transportation cost up to 10 km from the city center.

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Italian Language

In teaching Italian language, we use two methods, according to the suggestions of the Council of Europe:

  • the direct method that immerses you in the Italian language immediately
  • the functional – notional method in wich grammar is given through normal and common everyday situations.

These methods are also aimed at business people who have special requirements (business letters, phone conversations) as well as others who need to be able to work in Italian). Our offer can be adapted to their special needs and their time schedule.

Our teachers are all native speakers of Italian, they are all specialized in teaching Italian as a second language, and they are experienced professionals.

Cultural Proposals

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01.

Art
History

Lessons in History of Art are given in Italian by expert teachers. With our programs you can learn about Etruscan, Roman, Byzantine, Gothic, Renaissence and Baroque history and culture. Our lessons are supplemented by visits to famous as well as less known monuments.

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02.

Italian
Literature

We focus on the most significant periods of Italian Literature, with special attention to the birth of the Italian language (Dante Alighieri and his Divina Commedia) and to the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

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Ancient
History

These lessons focus on Italian history, from the Etruscans to the nineteenth century, with visits to Etruscan remains, medieval villages and towns, and other important historical sites.

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04.

Contemporary
Italian History

Lessons are available on the following topics: Fascism, World War II, the Post War Period, the birth of the Italian Republic, Italian Political Parties, the Mafia.

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05.

History and
Art of Siena

Special lessons for those who wish to know more about the history, the art, and the traditions of this charming city.

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06.

Italian
Music

Special lessons on Italian Opera and the peculiar language of its libretti are available.

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07.

Italian
Traditions

Lessons on Italian folklore and ancient traditions such as Carnival, Giostre, Sagre, festivals and the famous Palio of Siena are featured.

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Italian
Cooking

A good chef will come to your holiday home and demonstrate secrets of Italian cooking, from antipasto to dessert.

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Tuscan Wines
and Oils

The lessons cover grape growing, harvesting and winemaking, as well as tasting. You will learn how to recognize wines, oils and their special features.

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10.

Preparation
of Herbs

You’ll learn the medicinal secrets of herbs, but also new and appetizing gastronomic uses. Your course will be supplemented by visits to ancient chemist’s shops, herbal factories, botanical gardens.

... and
there is
more

  • Painting Lessons,
  • Painting on China,
  • Meditation Courses,
  • Special Italian Embroidery,
  • Trekking and Bike Tours!!!

Prices

01.

ITALIAN
LANGUAGE

Individual lessons - 60€/hour
2 people - 50€ each
3 people - 35€ each

For more than 3 people the prices are on request.

02.

ITALIAN
COOKING

About 3 hours
with lunch or dinner
Individual lessons - 85€
2 people - 150€
3 people or more - prices on request

No wine included.

03.

OTHER TOPICS

Prices on request

Special Offers

  • From November to March a discount of 10% ( not applicable to the cooking course)
  • 5% discount for registrations of one or more full immersion week (3 hours a day for 5 days) : i.e. for an individual Italian language course EUR 855.

Reservation and
Payment Modalities

  • A deposit of 30% of the total cost is required with your initial reservation; a month before arrival, 20% of the remainder is due; the balance is due upon arrival;
  • All prices are calculated including VAT 20%;
  • In case of cancellation, less than one month prior to arrival, the deposit will not be refunded; cancellation more than one month prior to arrival will result in a 50% refund.

In order to ensure you the best service, you are kindly invited to make your reservation at least two weeks before your arrival for all language and cultural activities, and one month before (low season) if you wish us to provide accommodations.