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France: Cultural Tour

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Overview

  • Duration:9 days 8 nights
  • Tour Type:Educational Tours
📍 Cities: Paris, Lisses, Bordeaux, Saint-Emilion, Sarlat-la-Caneda, Arcachon

Itinerary

Fly to FranceDay 1

DAY 1: HOME - PARIS

Board your transatlantic flight and fly through the night to France.

Arrival - Paris City Tour and Meet Host FamilyDay 2

DAY 2: PARIS

  • Welcome: Bienvenue en France! Meet your Prometour Tour Director upon arrival. Board your bus and drive to Paris Center.
  • City Tour: Explore Paris with your Prometour Tour Director - see Place de la Concorde, the Champs Elysees, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
  • Host Family: Board your bus and continue to Lisses, a small town located 45 minutes south of Paris. Meet your host families over dinner followed by overnight accommodation.

Quartier Latin, Ile de la Cite and Marais Pastry TourDay 3

DAY 3: PARIS

  • Breakfast: Breakfast with your host families. Board the train to Paris with your group.
  • Quartier Latin: Walk through the Quartier Latin - see the Luxembourg Gardens, the Sorbonne University, and Eglise St-Sulpice.
  • Ile de la Cite: Explore Ile de la Cite - see the Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie.
  • Pastry Tour: Visit the best pastry and chocolate boutiques in the Marais neighborhood - a sweet introduction to the hidden gems of the Marais.
  • Marais: Explore the Marais at your own pace. Do not miss Place des Vosges, one of the most beautiful squares in Paris.
  • Return: Return to your host family for dinner followed by overnight accommodation.

Opera Garnier, Cinema Walking Tour and French Movie ScreeningDay 4

DAY 4: PARIS

  • Breakfast: Breakfast with your host families. Board the train to Paris with your group.
  • Opera Garnier: Discover Opera Garnier - known to be the inspiration for "The Phantom of the Opera".
  • Cinema Tour: Follow a local guide on a movie-themed walking tour to discover the mythical figures of the early stage of cinema in France.
  • Cinema Screening: Experience France's Cinema at an authentic French Movie Theater. Learn about the history of the venue before immersing yourself in French culture during a private screening of one of France's Classics!
  • Return: Return to your host family for dinner followed by overnight accommodation.

Street Art Paris, Open Market, Seine Cruise and Eiffel TowerDay 5

DAY 5: PARIS

  • Breakfast: Breakfast with your host families. Board the train to Paris with your group.
  • Street Art: Join Street Art Paris and discover large-scale murals by French and international artists of the 13th Arrondissement.
  • Market: Spend some time at a Paris open-air street market - interact with the vendors and experience daily life as a local.
  • Seine Cruise: Admire the architecture of Paris from the Seine aboard a Bateau Mouche.
  • Eiffel Tower: Get a bird's eye view of Paris from the observation platforms of the Eiffel Tower.
  • Return: Return to your host family for dinner followed by overnight accommodation.

Farewell to Host Family - High-Speed Train to BordeauxDay 6

DAY 6: PARIS - BORDEAUX

  • Breakfast: Have breakfast and then say "Au Revoir" to your host families.
  • Train: Transfer by bus to the train station. Take the High-Speed Train to Bordeaux.
  • Bordeaux Tour: Guided walking tour of Bordeaux - its historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll on Bordeaux's famous Mirroir d'Eau, see the Grand Theater, the Cathedral, and Tower Pey-Berland.
  • St-Pierre Quarter: Explore the lively St-Pierre Quarter at your own pace.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Bordeaux.

Saint-Emilion UNESCO Village and Le BournatDay 7

DAY 7: BORDEAUX - SARLAT-LA-CANEDA

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Saint-Emilion: Travel by bus to Saint-Emilion. Guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion - this charming medieval village is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the impressive Monolithic Church and its Bell Tower!
  • Le Bournat: Continue to Le Bugue. Visit Le Bournat - a themed village showing life as it was in rural France around the year 1900.
  • Sarlat: Have time to explore the lovely village of Sarlat-la-Caneda.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Sarlat-la-Caneda.

Dune du Pilat - Tallest Sand Dune in EuropeDay 8

DAY 8: SARLAT-LA-CANEDA - BORDEAUX

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Arcachon: Board your bus and continue to Arcachon, a resort town and vacation spot for many French citizens.
  • Dune du Pilat: Climb to the top of Dune du Pilat - the tallest sand dune in Europe! Spend some time relaxing and sunbathing.
  • Return: Return to Bordeaux. Take some time to explore Bordeaux at your own pace.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Bordeaux.

Fly Back HomeDay 9

DAY 9: BORDEAUX - HOME

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by bus to the airport. Say Au Revoir to your Prometour Tour Director. Board your flight and return home.

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Overview

  • Duration:9 days 8 nights
  • Tour Type:Educational Tours
📍 Cities: Paris, Lisses, Bordeaux, Saint-Emilion, Sarlat-la-Caneda, Arcachon

Itinerary

Fly to FranceDay 1

DAY 1: HOME - PARIS

Board your transatlantic flight and fly through the night to France.

Arrival - Paris City Tour and Meet Host FamilyDay 2

DAY 2: PARIS

  • Welcome: Bienvenue en France! Meet your Prometour Tour Director upon arrival. Board your bus and drive to Paris Center.
  • City Tour: Explore Paris with your Prometour Tour Director - see Place de la Concorde, the Champs Elysees, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
  • Host Family: Board your bus and continue to Lisses, a small town located 45 minutes south of Paris. Meet your host families over dinner followed by overnight accommodation.

Quartier Latin, Ile de la Cite and Marais Pastry TourDay 3

DAY 3: PARIS

  • Breakfast: Breakfast with your host families. Board the train to Paris with your group.
  • Quartier Latin: Walk through the Quartier Latin - see the Luxembourg Gardens, the Sorbonne University, and Eglise St-Sulpice.
  • Ile de la Cite: Explore Ile de la Cite - see the Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie.
  • Pastry Tour: Visit the best pastry and chocolate boutiques in the Marais neighborhood - a sweet introduction to the hidden gems of the Marais.
  • Marais: Explore the Marais at your own pace. Do not miss Place des Vosges, one of the most beautiful squares in Paris.
  • Return: Return to your host family for dinner followed by overnight accommodation.

Opera Garnier, Cinema Walking Tour and French Movie ScreeningDay 4

DAY 4: PARIS

  • Breakfast: Breakfast with your host families. Board the train to Paris with your group.
  • Opera Garnier: Discover Opera Garnier - known to be the inspiration for "The Phantom of the Opera".
  • Cinema Tour: Follow a local guide on a movie-themed walking tour to discover the mythical figures of the early stage of cinema in France.
  • Cinema Screening: Experience France's Cinema at an authentic French Movie Theater. Learn about the history of the venue before immersing yourself in French culture during a private screening of one of France's Classics!
  • Return: Return to your host family for dinner followed by overnight accommodation.

Street Art Paris, Open Market, Seine Cruise and Eiffel TowerDay 5

DAY 5: PARIS

  • Breakfast: Breakfast with your host families. Board the train to Paris with your group.
  • Street Art: Join Street Art Paris and discover large-scale murals by French and international artists of the 13th Arrondissement.
  • Market: Spend some time at a Paris open-air street market - interact with the vendors and experience daily life as a local.
  • Seine Cruise: Admire the architecture of Paris from the Seine aboard a Bateau Mouche.
  • Eiffel Tower: Get a bird's eye view of Paris from the observation platforms of the Eiffel Tower.
  • Return: Return to your host family for dinner followed by overnight accommodation.

Farewell to Host Family - High-Speed Train to BordeauxDay 6

DAY 6: PARIS - BORDEAUX

  • Breakfast: Have breakfast and then say "Au Revoir" to your host families.
  • Train: Transfer by bus to the train station. Take the High-Speed Train to Bordeaux.
  • Bordeaux Tour: Guided walking tour of Bordeaux - its historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll on Bordeaux's famous Mirroir d'Eau, see the Grand Theater, the Cathedral, and Tower Pey-Berland.
  • St-Pierre Quarter: Explore the lively St-Pierre Quarter at your own pace.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Bordeaux.

Saint-Emilion UNESCO Village and Le BournatDay 7

DAY 7: BORDEAUX - SARLAT-LA-CANEDA

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Saint-Emilion: Travel by bus to Saint-Emilion. Guided walking tour of Saint-Emilion - this charming medieval village is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the impressive Monolithic Church and its Bell Tower!
  • Le Bournat: Continue to Le Bugue. Visit Le Bournat - a themed village showing life as it was in rural France around the year 1900.
  • Sarlat: Have time to explore the lovely village of Sarlat-la-Caneda.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Sarlat-la-Caneda.

Dune du Pilat - Tallest Sand Dune in EuropeDay 8

DAY 8: SARLAT-LA-CANEDA - BORDEAUX

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Arcachon: Board your bus and continue to Arcachon, a resort town and vacation spot for many French citizens.
  • Dune du Pilat: Climb to the top of Dune du Pilat - the tallest sand dune in Europe! Spend some time relaxing and sunbathing.
  • Return: Return to Bordeaux. Take some time to explore Bordeaux at your own pace.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Bordeaux.

Fly Back HomeDay 9

DAY 9: BORDEAUX - HOME

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by bus to the airport. Say Au Revoir to your Prometour Tour Director. Board your flight and return home.

Learning Objectives

Analyze the cultural and artistic identity of Paris through guided exploration of Opera Garnier, Street Art Paris murals of the 13th Arrondissement, and a movie-themed walking tour of the mythical figures of early French cinema.

Investigate the daily life and cultural traditions of a French host family in Lisses through a full homestay experience, practicing French in authentic contexts and developing cross-cultural empathy.

Evaluate the architectural and gastronomic heritage of Bordeaux and Saint-Emilion – both UNESCO World Heritage Sites – examining how medieval urban planning, religious architecture, and wine culture shaped these distinctive French cities.

Compare the urban Parisian culture of pastry markets, open-air street art, and Seine cruises with the rural character of the Dordogne at Le Bournat and the natural wonder of Dune du Pilat – the tallest sand dune in Europe.

Develop cultural literacy and aesthetic appreciation through hands-on engagement with French food culture including a pastry and chocolate tour of the Marais, open-air market exploration, and a private French cinema screening.

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Landmark Highlights

  • Paris Homestay: Live with a French host family in Lisses for 4 nights - daily meals, cultural exchange, and the real French lifestyle.
  • Paris Day 1: Champs Elysees, Arc de Triomphe. Quartier Latin, Luxembourg Gardens, Sorbonne, Eglise St-Sulpice. Ile de la Cite - Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie. Marais pastry and chocolate boutique tour. Place des Vosges.
  • Paris Day 2: Opera Garnier. Movie-themed walking tour of early French cinema. Private screening of a French cinema classic.
  • Paris Day 3: Street Art Paris 13th Arrondissement murals. Open-air street market. Bateau Mouche Seine cruise. Eiffel Tower.
  • Bordeaux: UNESCO World Heritage historic center - Mirroir d'Eau, Grand Theater, Cathedral, Tower Pey-Berland. St-Pierre Quarter.
  • Saint-Emilion: UNESCO World Heritage medieval village - Monolithic Church and Bell Tower.
  • Dordogne: Le Bournat - themed village showing rural French life around 1900. Sarlat-la-Caneda. Dune du Pilat - tallest sand dune in Europe.

Why Choose Prométour?

100% Risk Free Registration (no costs)
30+ years of Experience
Customizable Itineraries
Guaranteed travel dates
No Hidden Fees, No Surprises
24 x 7 Dedicated support
Learn More

Frequently asked questions

Will my group be combined with another school group?

No. Every Prométour educational tour is personalized to ensure a meaningful experience. We guarantee private tours for all groups.

Your group will have its own dedicated Tour Director and itinerary, and will not be combined with any other school or student group.

How does Prométour support teachers with planning?

We take care of everything to make trip planning easy. From organizing travel logistics and accommodations to managing registrations, payments, and documentation, our team handles all the details so you can focus on the experience.

Support starts from day one. To help launch your trip, we host a parent meeting where your dedicated Tour Consultant introduces themselves, represents Prométour, and answers any parent questions directly.

Throughout the planning process, our expert Customer Service Team is available to assist families with registration, payments, and general inquiries, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for everyone involved.

When will our travel dates be confirmed?

Prométour trips are fully customizable, including your travel dates. You can choose the dates that best align with your school calendar, giving your group flexibility to coordinate extracurricular activities around the trip.

How does Prométour support our group during the trip?

With our own teams in locations such as Montréal, Paris, and Málaga, you get real people who are with your students and know the destination inside and out, not a call center just reading from a script.
If any issues arise while on tour, our 24/7 Emergency Line ensures that help is always just a phone call away. Your group will have access to real-time support whenever its needed.

What are Prométour's cancellation fees?

When you register for a Prométour trip, you can do so with confidence. If you cancel before the tour is officially confirmed, you'll receive a full refund with no questions asked.

Once the tour is confirmed, standard cancellation fees apply based on your departure date. Travelers may still be eligible for insurance coverage depending on their policy.

In some regions, and for travelers with an upgraded plan, Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) insurance may be available. We recommend contacting the insurance provider directly for full details on coverage options.
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