Salut la France & Encantada España is a 14-day educational travel experience that combines French and Spanish language learning with authentic cultural immersion across two of Europe’s most inspiring destinations. Beginning in Paris before continuing through a Family Stay Experience® and concluding in Barcelona, students build confidence using both languages in meaningful everyday situations.
From exploring world-famous landmarks to sharing meals and daily routines with local host families, students develop practical language skills through genuine cultural exchange. Classroom learning is strengthened by real conversations, independent exploration, and experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, and global awareness.
With iconic cities, authentic family stays, and unforgettable cultural experiences, this student trip to Spain and France offers an engaging way to deepen language proficiency while creating memories that last well beyond the classroom.
14 days
What’s Part of the Program:
Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
The role of the Travel Coordinator is as follows:
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Day 1 | Departure
Depart for France and begin your European language immersion adventure.
Meals Included: None
Day 2 | Paris
Arrive in Paris and explore famous landmarks including the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides, and Notre-Dame before enjoying an Xperitas welcome dinner.
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 3 | Paris
Visit the Louvre and enjoy a Seine River cruise while discovering the history and culture of the French capital.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 4 | Paris
Explore Montmartre and Place du Tertre with your teachers. Take part in the cultural activity selected by your group: a visit to Atelier des Lumières, a visit to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking workshop to prepare tarte flambée, an Alsatian specialty.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 5 | Family Stay
Travel to your host community and meet your host family. Students studying French stay with families in France, while students studying Spanish stay with families in Spain. Begin your six-night Family Stay Experience® with dinner and time to get acquainted.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Days 6–10 | Family Stay
Experience daily life with your host family in France or Spain. Practice French or Spanish through shared meals, conversations, and everyday activities while learning about your hosts’ routines and traditions.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 | Barcelona
Say goodbye to your host family and travel to Barcelona, where the French- and Spanish-language groups reunite. Depending on arrival times, explore La Rambla and the Gothic Quarter with your teachers.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 12 | Barcelona
Visit Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces, including the Sagrada Família and Park Güell, before an evening flamenco performance.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 13 | Barcelona
Explore Barcelona’s famous boulevards, visit the Picasso Museum, and celebrate your journey with an Xperitas farewell dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 14 | Return
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
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!
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.
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.
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