Marine Biology & STEM Adventure in Italy

A Student Tour Adventure

Central & Northern Italy

9 Days / 8 Nights - Fully Customizable

Discover Italy through the lens of Marine Biology and STEM on this immersive 9-day student adventure!

Begin in Florence before sailing to Elba Island for guided snorkeling or scuba sessions, coastal ecology studies, and a trek through the Tuscan Archipelago National Park. Back on the mainland, explore the Leaning Tower of Pisa, analyze Mediterranean species with local biologists in Livorno, and investigate environmental impacts on local beaches.

Continue to Carrara for a thrilling 4x4 quarry tour and hands-on marble sculpting, then head to Portofino for orienteering challenges and stand-up paddleboard fun. Your journey concludes in Genoa at Italy’s largest aquarium, where conservation, ecosystems, and interactive labs bring marine science to life. A perfect blend of education, exploration, and adventure!

Highlights:

  • Florence City Tour
  • Accademia Gallery
  • Ferry to Elba Island
  • Marine Biology Field Day
  • Guided Snorkeling or Scuba Diving
  • Tuscan Archipelago National Park
  • Pisa City Tour
  • Livorno Marine Biology Field Day
  • Carrara 4x4 Quarry Tour
  • Hands-on Sculpting Workshop
  • Portofino SUP Games
  • Aquarium STEM Experience
  • Porto Antico

 

 

Your Group. Your Tour. Your Way.

At MARS Tours & Travel, every trip is thoughtfully crafted to reflect your group’s unique interests, pace, and priorities. As custom group tour specialists, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all travel—each itinerary is hand-curated to deliver a fun, meaningful, and seamless travel experience. Whether you're planning a student adventure, faith-based journey, cultural exploration, or family getaway, we make it your tour from start to finish.

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