Découvrons la Suisse & Paris
Why You’ll Love This Trip
- Entrance to Tour Eiffel
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Entrance to Musée du Louvre
Day 1 | Departure
En route to Geneva, Switzerland. Meals Included: None
Day 2 | Lausanne
Called the “San Francisco” of Switzerland because of its hills and beauty, Lausanne is home to the Musée Olympique and to Switzerland’s largest university. You can take the funicular metro that runs from the lake to the top of the city or visit the Cathédrale de Lausanne, one of the largest medieval churches in the country. Meals Included: Dinner
Day 3 | Montreux
A motor coach will take you to the resort city of Montreux with its picturesque views of the Lake Geneva, enhanced by the beautiful background of the Alps. Walk the cobblestone streets of the small village of Gruyère, visit the cheese factory and enjoy a raclette lunch. Visit the Broc fabrique, home of Nestlé chocolate, and enjoy complimentary chocolate samples. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4 | Montreux
Visit the Château de Chillon, built in the mid-12th century, home to the Counts of Savoy. Continue your day with an interactive visit to the Food Museum in Vevey. Your day concludes with a relaxing boat ride on Lake Geneva. Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 5 | En route to Family Stay
Get ready for one of the most exciting parts of your adventure! Today, you’ll hop on a bus and head to your family stay in one of France’s charming communities—Lyon, Vienne, Nantua, or Mâcon. Each city offers its own unique vibe: Lyon, a bustling city known for its rich history, vibrant food scene, and Renaissance architecture; Vienne, steeped in Roman heritage with stunning ruins and riverside views; Nantua, nestled by a beautiful lake and surrounded by the Jura Mountains; and Mâcon, famed for its picturesque vineyards and warm southern atmosphere. Upon arrival, meet your famille d’accueil and begin this immersive experience. Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Days 6 - 10 | Family Stay
Embrace five more nights of authentic French living as you practice your language skills and take part in the daily life of your host family. From lively conversations at the dinner table to exploring local traditions, you’ll make memories that last a lifetime. This is your chance to connect, learn, and experience the culture firsthand. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 | Paris
Take the TGV to Paris and enjoy the “City of Lights.” Explore the Quartier Latin and the Jardin de Luxembourg. Then stroll through the Quartier St. Michel where you can take a walk down the Seine River on the Île de la Cité. Visit the Cathédrale de Notre Dame, la Sainte Chapelle et la Conciergerie. Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 12 | Paris
Discover the Louvre and its famous pyramid, and then experience the quaint Montmartre district. Visit the Basilique du Sacré Coeur and celebrate French artistry at the Place du Tertre. Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 13 | Paris
Visit le Musée d’Orsay and/or le Musée Rodin on your way to Les Invalides. Take in the city by night during your Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise. Enjoy a farewell dinner before ascending to the top of the Eiffel Tower. Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 14 | Return
Transfer to airport and return to the U.S. Meals Included: Breakfast
Price Includes
Price Excludes
- Airline baggage fees
- Increase in air cost due to requests for specific travel dates or airline
- Costs incurred due to late or missed flights
- Passport, visa or other document costs
- Transportation to/from departure city
- Any meals not indicated on itineraries
- Spending money and gifts
- Any fees associated with advanced seating assignments
- Small-group supplement when group has fewer than 24 participants
- Tips for guide(s) and/or bus driver(s)
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- Group activity of your choice from the following options: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières, access to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking class where you'll prepare Flammekueche, a specialty from the Alsace region.
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Entrance to Musée du Louvre
- Group activity of your choice from the following options: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières, access to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking class where you'll prepare Flammekueche, a specialty from the Alsace region.
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Entrance to Musée du Louvre
- Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
- Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
- Group activity of your choice from the following options: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières, access to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking class where you'll prepare Flammekueche, a specialty from the Alsace region.
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Entrance to Musée du Louvre
- Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
- Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
- Group activity of your choice from the following options: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières, access to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking class where you'll prepare Flammekueche, a specialty from the Alsace region
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Entrance to Musée du Louvre
- Entrance to Pont du Gard
- Group activity of your choice from the following options: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières, access to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking class where you'll prepare Flammekueche, a specialty from the Alsace region.
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Entrance to Musée du Louvre
- Group activity of your choice from the following options: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières, access to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking class where you'll prepare Flammekueche, a specialty from the Alsace region.
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Entrance to Musée du Louvre
- 3 full-day bus excursions
- Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
- Musée d'Orsay
- Arc de Triomphe
- Crêperie dinner
- Châteaux de Chambord et Châteaux de Chenonceau
- Group activity of your choice from the following options: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières, access to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking class where you'll prepare Flammekueche, a specialty from the Alsace region.
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Entrance to Musée du Louvre
- Pont du Gard
- Guided tour of a perfume factory & historical museum
- 3 Full-day bus excursions
- Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
- Versailles
- Arc de Triomphe
- Musée d'Orsay
- Musée Rodin
- Les Invalides
- Catacombes de Paris
- Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
- Sainte-Chapelle
- Conciergerie
- Centre Pompidou
- Palais des Papes
- Musée Océanographique de Monaco
- Jardin Exotique de Monaco
- Group activity of your choice from the following options: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières, access to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking class where you'll prepare Flammekueche, a specialty from the Alsace region.
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Musée du Louvre
- Flamenco Show
- La Sagrada Familia
- Park Güell
- Museu Picasso
- Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
- Telefèric de Montjuïc
- Casa Batlló
- Casa Mila
- Entrance to Tour Eiffel
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Entrance to Musée du Louvre
- Group activity of your choice from the following options: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières, access to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking class where you'll prepare Flammekueche, a specialty from the Alsace region.
- Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
- Entrance to Musée du Louvre
- Castle tour
- Guided bike tour Munich
- Entrance to Nymphenburg Palace
- Guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle
- Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
- Olympic Park Tower
- Deutsches Museum
- BMW Museum