Take your students on the grand tour of France. When we say France: The Grand Tour, we do mean "grand." You'll see in-depth a wealth of experiences never to be forgotten. With a local guide, you'll experience Paris, the Louvre, Mont St. Michel, and the French Riviera.
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Your adventure, day by day
Day 1 :
Depart from North America
Flight to Paris
Relax and enjoy your scheduled flight from North America.
Day 2 :
Arrive in Paris
Welcome to France!
Fly through the night to the captivating capital city of France. Begin to explore.
Day 3 :
Paris and Versailles
Explore Paris with a local guide
From the romantic cafés surrounding the Arc de Triomphe to the sweeping Champs-Élysées, the majestic Eiffel Tower, and Les Invalides, join a local guide for a view of the City of Lights. Visit the interior of Notre Dame Cathedral, home of the famous fictional hunchback.
Eiffel Tower Visit
Enjoy breathtaking views from atop the Eiffel Tower tonight.
Add on: Palace of Versailles
An optional journey takes you to Louis XIV's decadent Palace of Versailles.
LEAP Seize the Château!
Optional add-on.
LEAP Activity | Seize the Château!
This costume workshop is a lively role-play activity that puts you in the shoes of the monarchy, clergy, nobility, bourgeoisie, or peasantry to explore the issues underlying the French Revolution.
Day 4 :
Louvre
Explore the Louvre Museum
Take your time exploring the Louvre Museum.
Sightseeing in Montmartre
Follow your Tour Director through the artsy hilltop neighborhood of Montmartre towards Basilica Sacré-Cœur. Watch local street artists work their magic in the central square of Place du Tertre before seeking out the iconic red windmill on the roof of Moulin Rouge, birthplace of the French cancan dance.
LEAP Activity | Cover the Canvas
Live the artist life. Explore line, color, perspective, negative space and form, then paint a masterpiece inspired by the beauty of Paris.
Day 5 :
Normandy
Explore Normandy
Journey to the striking coastal landscape that was the battleground of WWII's D-Day. Tour the American Military Cemetery and the Landing Museum in Arromanches.
LEAP Soldiers' StoriesContinue to St. Malo area
Enjoy the ride to the St. Malo area.
LEAP Medieval Merriment!
Experience Medieval Merriment: Grab your dancing shoes and learn the visual language of Medieval dance. Discover the important role it played during French Medieval times, where there was a dance for every occasion, and a special meaning behind each step in the choreography.
LEAP Activity | Soldiers’ Stories
Step into the shoes of U.S. servicemen as they land in Normandy on D-Day. Learn about their lives and their experiences to gain personal and historical perspective.
LEAP Activity | Medieval Merriment!
Grab your dancing shoes and learn the visual language of medieval dance. Discover the important role it played during French medieval times, where there was a dance for every occasion, and a special meaning behind each step in the choreography.
Day 6 :
Mont St. Michel
Visit Mont St. Michel
On the Breton Coast, visit Mont St. Michel, a fortified island of looming spires.
Continue to the Loire Valley
Relax while traveling through the lovely French countryside to the Loire Valley.
Day 7 :
Loire Château
Discover the Loire Valley
Appreciate centuries of history in the beautiful Château of Chenonceau. Explore the Château of Amboise.
LEAP Bon Appétit
LEAP Activity | Bon Appetit
Slice, dice, and stir! Savor the French country lifestyle by creating (and eating) traditional Loire Valley cuisine.
Day 8 :
Nice
Travel to Paris Board the TGV to NiceTake an evening walking tour of Nice
Submerge yourself in the unofficial capital of the Riviera. Enjoy a walking tour of Vieux Nice.
Day 9 :
Nice
St. Paul de Vence excursion
St. Paul de Vence is a beautifully preserved medieval hill town, and its terra cotta roofs and cypress- and palm tree-dotted landscape have attracted prominent artists for over a century. A favorite hotel was the Colomb d’Or, where painters often paid for their room and board in artwork -- the dining room still displays works by Picasso, Modigliani, and Matisse.
Day 10 :
Return Home OR Extend your Stay
Flight to US
Our rewarding and enjoyable tour comes to an end as our Tour Director accompanies us to the airport on our final day. Or, opt to extend your stay.
Extend your stay | Extra day in Nice
Extend your stay to spend an additional day in Nice. Explore the city even further–discovering museums, enjoying local cuisine, finishing last minute shopping, or relaxing on the beautiful Mediterranean beaches.
Yes. The safety and security of our traveling teachers and students is our top priority, and one measure we take to ensure this safety, and support, is through Tour Central.
Tour Central is staffed by WorldStrides employees and is available 24/7 for all traveling groups. Tour Central is there to assist you with any questions or problems that may arise—no matter how big or how small. The staff is specially trained to monitor events domestically and around the world, and has dozens of contingency plans in place to help us jump into action when necessary.
The Tour Central number for your group is printed on the WorldStrides name badges that are given to all our travelers for easy access should you need it. This is just one of the many measures that we take to ensure that your trip really is the experience of a lifetime.
Up to Three College Credits Included with this Program
Through our Discovery for Credit Program, students traveling on an international WorldStrides program have the opportunity to earn academic credit by completing an online course that allows them to reflect upon many of the themes and topics explored during their travel program. Those in grades 6–12 at the time of travel can earn free elective high school credit upon successful completion of both the travel program and online course. Through our university partner, George Mason University, eligible students in grades 9-12 at the time of travel can earn up to three college credits upon successful completion of both the travel program and online course. Students who earn credit with WorldStrides will find this distinguishes them as online learners and gives them a jump-start on their path to a successful higher education experience. Click here for more details.
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