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UNFORGETTABLE, INSPIRATIONAL, INFORMATIVE For the past 30 years EAS has been taking students of all ages from 8 to 80 to Venice, Florence and Rome to experience at first hand the splendour of Italian art and architecture. The 4 -5 day trips are uniquely designed to give participants not just an i ... >>

UNFORGETTABLE, INSPIRATIONAL, INFORMATIVE

For the past 30 years EAS has been taking students of all ages from 8 to 80 to Venice, Florence and Rome to experience at first hand the splendour of Italian art and architecture. The 4 -5 day trips are uniquely designed to give participants not just an in depth appreciation of each individual masterpiece but also an understanding of its wider significance in the history of art.

Our itineraries are carefully constructed to include the most important monuments in each city whilst our exclusive contacts provide access to lesser known private collections. Crucially students are taught directly in front of the relevant works of art and architecture and are encouraged to participate in the often lively discussions that ensue.

EAS courses are open to all ages and all levels of interest and are equally suitable for families, couples and individuals. Our goal is to provide a truly memorable and authentic experience. With this in mind we often arrange accommodation and events in private houses, villas and palazzi not generally open to the public.

About Ann Buchanan

Ann Buchanan has taught Art and Art History for 35 years at every level from primary to university. She is a firm believer in the value of interactive teaching and her infectious enthusiasm and passion for Italian culture mean that EAS trips abroad are always voyages of discovery.

Practical Art Teaching

The ability to draw or paint the monuments encountered on the trip often leaves a lasting impression. Ann's husband, the water colourist Hugh Buchanan, gives masterclasses in drawing and watercolour.

For more information on the prices, dates and availability of this year's EAS Tours Abroad please browse the individual courses.

2025 Programme
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'A Tale of Two Cities' A tour of Ravenna and Urbino
21st-25th September 2025
Course Director & Lecturer: Ann Buchanan
Drawing and water colour Master: Hugh Buchanan
Ravenna and Urbino,both leading cultural capitals in their own time, provide a vivid contrast between Byzantine and Renaissance art and architecture. The Byzantine and Early Christian mosaics of Ravenna are arguably  the finest in the world and the Early Renaissance paitings  by Piero dell ... >>

Ravenna and Urbino,both leading cultural capitals in their own time, provide a vivid contrast between Byzantine and Renaissance art and architecture. The Byzantine and Early Christian mosaics of Ravenna are arguably  the finest in the world and the Early Renaissance paitings  by Piero della Francesca are masterpieces. Both cities are  UNESCO world heritage sites and have so many works of art and architeccture  to see.

Timetable

 

21st September Ravenna    
17.00 Depart Edinburgh    
20.35 Arrive Bologna    
Transfer to Ravenna    
22.00 Check in to Hotel Bezzi    
22nd September Ravenna    
National Museum    
Mausoleum of Galla Placidia    
Basilica of San Vitale    
Arian Baptistery    
23rd September Urbino

 Minibus  to Urbino    
  Urbino Ducal Palace    
 National Gallery of Le Marche

24thSeptember      Ravenna    

The Basilica of San Apollinare Nuovo

   
Mausoleum and Basilica of Theodoric    
Basilica of San Apollinare in Classe    

25th September    Bologna

   
10.00  Check out of hotel     
10.30 private transfer to Bologna    
13.20 Depart Bologna    
15.50 Arrive Edinburgh    

 

Accomodation

 We will be based in Ravenna and stay  4 nights in the delightful 4 *Palazzo Bezzi in the historic centre and travel by  private transport Urbino and to and from Bologna airport. 

Travel

 Flights are direct with Ryanair from Edinburgh to Bologna which is an hour's journey to Ravenna

There are many other flights from London  Bologna for you to select from  and organise independently.

Cost
£2200 per person for a twin/double room B&B with return flights from Edinburgh to Bologna, including transport to Ravenna and Urbino
£1800 per person for a twin/double room B&B without return flights
£500 single supplement
£1000
Booking
To book a place on this course please print and return our booking form with payment.
Enquiries
If you would like any further information on this course please email us.