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Paris Christmas Markets
for secondary schools
Winter tours – Christmas magic!
Marvel at the magic of Christmas in Paris with your French learners next winter! Traditional Christmas markets in France are part of its history and Christmas wouldn't be the same without the wooden chalets, local produce and festive gifts - it’s truly an experience not to be missed!
See the Eiffel Tower lit up like a Christmas tree and follow your day’s activities with an evening in Paris. After all that excitement, it’s good to know you can rely on being able to relax in our comfortable Château de Grande Romaine and enjoy a warm welcome from our centre team.
Activities
Seasonal Excursions
Your excursion programme includes a visit to a Christmas market with a PGL guide to help ensure you get the best from the experience. It’s also a great opportunity to visit Disneyland Paris and enjoy the unique seasonal entertainment there, alongside all the other popular attractions. There are further seasonal activities such as theatre visits and the sights of Paris with a seasonal twist, including the Eiffel Tower lit up like a Christmas tree!
Adventure: The PGL Bonus
If you have time, why not try out one of our unique PGL adventure sessions? They’re a great opportunity for some teambuilding and will complement your off-site adventures perfectly.
An Evening Programme
Themed evening activities (such as making crêpes) are the finishing touch to your winter tour and cultural experience.
A typical itinerary for this course
| lundi | mardi | mercredi | jeudi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| le petit déjeuner | ||||
| le matin | Eiffel Tower (2nd floor via the stairs) | Experience winter wonderland with a day at Disneyland® Paris | Depart for home after breakfast with a stop at a hypermarket en route | |
| le déjeuner | ||||
| l’après-midi | Welcome to centre and orientation | Christmas market and explore Paris | Experience winter wonderland with a day at Disneyland® Paris | |
| le dîner | ||||
| le soir | Santa's Scavenger Hunt | Talent Show or optional evening in Paris - see the lights and have dinner at the Hard Rock Café* | French Christmas songs | |
*Supplement applies.
Please note this itinerary is for a 4 day visit (available for £298 per person) and includes a day at Disneyland® Paris.
Learning outcomes
A winter trip to France to enjoy the Christmas festivities is a great way to renew your pupils’ enthusiasm for France and all things French. The tour will improve motivation and interest in continuing with their French studies; it will also help improve their key skills, leading to better progress in the subject.
The support of a dedicated and trained PGL Tour Leader ensures your students get the most from their experiences.
On-site adventure activities help improve group dynamics, confidence and communication skills.
Travel information
Return travel by executive coach is included in the cost of your trip. Your coach is also available for excursions once you arrive at your PGL centre, subject to EU drivers’ hours regulations.
To minimise your journey time and make the most of your time away we offer a number of Channel crossings. Dover-Calais is included as standard in the cost of our tours but alternative crossings are available on request. You can choose Dover-Dunkirk by ferry or Folkestone-Calais by Eurotunnel at no additional charge. A small supplement may apply to crossings from Portsmouth to Caen and Cherbourg. Please contact our Tour Organisers to discuss alternative Channel crossings including air and Eurostar.
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