He would not have taken French for four years if this trip wasn’t planned. And now he is taking a fifth year of French. My son has always been a saver. But having to save and earn money to pay for the majority of this trip was a life-long lesson. He is hoping to visit France and other countries in the future.
Plan a Spanish Travel Program Based in MadridExperience France from Paris to Provence & the Riviera
La Provence, c’est Magnifique is a 15-day educational travel experience designed for large student groups seeking deep cultural immersion across multiple regions of France. The program begins with classic sightseeing in Paris, where students explore historic neighborhoods, museums, and iconic landmarks that anchor French history and culture.
This french immersion program itinerary combines guided cultural discovery with extended time living alongside host families in France. Through shared meals, daily routines, and local interaction, students apply their language skills in authentic, real-world settings beyond the classroom.
From Parisian boulevards to Provençal towns and Mediterranean coastlines, students explore Nice, experience regional traditions, and gain a fuller understanding of France’s geographic and cultural diversity, all culminating in time to visit Nîmes and discover its Roman heritage.
Why Choose This Experience
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Program Details
Price
- $3,669 per student PLUS cost of international flights*
- Ask about pricing to add a travel coordinator to your program.
- For every six students the cost of one leader is included in the price.
- For every enrolled student on your program, there is a $50 leader stipend to help leaders offset expenses while abroad.
- Students can save $200 with Our Early Bird Discount!
*Travelers do not need to arrange their own air. Air travel is included in the program, but the cost will be added once the group air contract is confirmed. Price is valid for 2027.
Duration
15 days
Included
- Round-trip airfare (plus airline fuel surcharges at time of booking)
- In-country transportation (train, coach bus, and public transportation)
- All overnight accommodations
- Insurance for accidents or illness and trip cancellation coverage due to medical reasons only
- International phone allowance ($10/day for one leader while in country)
- 24/7 Xperitas emergency support during travel
- Xperitas Family Stay with all meals included
- Local Family Stay Coordinator on call
- Meals as indicated on the itinerary
- Entrance fee allowance of $80 per student
- Public transit allowance of $30 per student
- Tipping allowance of $10 per student
Not Included
- Airfare variances due to contract changes or group size
- Costs from late or missed flights
- Passport, visa, or documentation fees
- Transportation to/from departure city
- Meals not listed on the itinerary
- Spending money and gifts
- Advanced seat assignment fees
- Small-group supplement (fewer than 24 participants)
- Tips for guide(s) and/or bus driver(s)
Activities
Activities Included
- Choose one group activity: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières or a cooking class where you’ll prepare Flammekueche.
- 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
Add-on Travel Coordinator
The role of the Travel Coordinator is as follows:
- Supports the group getting to and from activities and sites
- Manages logistics (transportation, schedule, tickets)
- Serves as the primary on‑the‑ground support and problem‑solver
- May provide cultural context but is not a certified academic guide
- Supported by local guides at specific sites
What You’ll See & Do

Day 1 | Departure
En route to France
Meals Included: None
Day 2 | Paris
Arrive and enjoy a panoramic bus tour, followed by an excursion to the Palace of Versailles. Walk through the Jardin des Tuileries, Place de la Concorde, and Champs-Élysées. Climb the Arc de Triomphe.
Meals Included: None
Day 3 | Paris
Visit either the Musée d’Orsay or Musée Rodin. Continue to Les Invalides, explore the Catacombs, and enjoy a welcome dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 | Paris
Explore Montmartre, visit Sacré-Cœur, and experience the city by night during a Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 5 | Paris
Discover the Latin Quarter, Île de la Cité, Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, Sainte-Chapelle, and historic neighborhoods along the Seine.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 6 | En Route to Family Stay
Travel by TGV to the South of France, arriving in Toulon or Aix-en-Provence to begin your family stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Days 7–11 | Family Stay
Live with your host family and practice French through daily routines, meals, and community life.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 | Nîmes
Travel via Avignon to visit the Palais des Papes and Pont du Gard before arriving in Nîmes to explore its Roman heritage.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 13 | Nice
Explore the Promenade des Anglais and Vieille Ville. Sample regional specialties and enjoy an Xperitas farewell dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 14 | Nice / Monaco
Visit Èze and a local parfumerie, then continue to Monaco for cultural sightseeing before returning to Nice.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 15 | Return
Transfer to the airport and return to the United States.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Important Details
Prices are based on a minimum group size of 24 students. If the minimum is not met and your group cannot be combined, a small-group supplement will apply. Final pricing is determined by confirmed dates, air arrangements, family stay communities, program components, group size, and number of leaders at final billing.
Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in fuel prices, exchange rates, and airfare costs beyond the control of Xperitas.
The order of itinerary items may change due to unforeseen circumstances prior to or during the program.
See What Teachers Say About Xperitas
My son had a fantastic time. He wanted to go back before he was even home. The Family Stay Experience was great for him. Hiking, youth group, family birthday party, relaxing at the family home, hanging out with his host brother’s friends and checking out the city. He really enjoyed the complete package of this trip!
For any students who are unsure about pursuing an immersion program, I can only recommend giving it a try. My trip to France with Xperitas brought a new dimension to a language and culture I hadn’t experienced firsthand. Exploring new places and cultures abroad has given me some of my best memories and best friends, and has certainly played a role in shaping my goals for the future.





