rance has always been one of the most sought after
destinations for British School Parties. This is no doubt due to its proximity to the UK and also to the diversity of its landscape, climate and the rich cultural environment it has to offer.
Whether your group is studying the French language or culture, aspects of European history, geography, art or simply soaking up the atmosphere of visiting a foreign country for the first time, then France is a destination of superb educational value and fascinating experiences for students.
Normandy
One of the most popular destinations for schools visiting France.
Rich historic past William the Conqueror was born here and set sail from Dives-sur-Mer to invade England. The Bayeux tapestry recounts these events.
On the 6th June 1944 the Allies landed on the Normandy Beaches to liberate Europe from the Nazis.
The undulating countryside is rich pastureland and sustains a world famous dairy industry. The abundant apple crop is used to produce cidre and calvados.
Calvados
STS exclusive accommodation Chateau du Baffy
Excursion Selection includes:
D Day Landing Beaches of WW2, associated museums and cemeteries
Bayeux – Bayeux Tapestry, Falaise - William the Conquerors birthplace and castle, Côte Fleurie Deauville, Trouville, Honfleur
Caen
Rouen
Special Interest – cider and calvados distillery, cheese farms
Beautiful coastline, attractive seaside resorts. Home to one of France's most united monuments – Mont St Michel
Excursion selection includes many of the above plus:-
Villedieu-les-Poêle bell foundry, copper workshop and pewter museum
The STS Château du Baffy lies on the edge of the small village of Colombiers-sur-Seulles, situated between Caen and Bayeux, just 6km or so from the seaside resort of Courseulles-sur-Mer (Juno beach in the Normandy landings of 1944).
STS groups will enjoy the best of both worlds combining a stay in the beautiful Normandy countryside with superb beaches close to hand.
Colombiers-sur-Seulles is a traditional Normandy hamlet with a historic church and typical Normandy style buildings.
Creully is 2kms away and is a larger village whose own Château de Creully was the BBC's communication centre during the Normandy landings. There are a number of shops, bars, a crêperie, and every Wednesday morning there is a small regional market in the town square.
Attractive coastline and elegant seaside resorts including Le Touquet. Closest point to the UK for ease of travel. Traditional crafts and industry. Ancient region of Picardy. Medieval battlefields and WWI Somme Battlefield visits possible.
Excursion Selection includes:
Boulogne – old town, cathedral and Nausicaa Sea life centre
The Alps are a region of outstanding natural beauty and easily accessible by autoroute from Calais.
Close to the border with Switzerland our picturesque resort of Châtel enjoys dramatic mountain scenery, a crystal clear lake and is a delightful mountain village with superb sports and leisure facilities - altogether an ideal venue for your school tour. The Haute Savoie in particular is a region that has a rich and varied history and STS itineraries feature a wonderful range of excursions to suit all tastes. STS features good quality exclusive accommodation.
Our hugely popular Alpine Sporting Adventure programme is based in Châtel. STS offer an exciting and invigorating range of sports and leisure activities complemented by a choice of excursion programmes designed to add value to an action packed course.
We will tailor a programme to suit the particular needs of your group, in advance of your departure - and our representative in resort will work closely with you to ensure your programme runs to plan.
Paris
Paris, the city of light is without doubt one of Europe's most beautiful cities. The diversity of its art galleries and museums, the grandeur of its monuments and neo-classical buildings confirm the city's position as the cultural heart of Europe. The city is an excellent base for a school tour at any time of year.
STS has an excellent choice of accommodation in the city and in the city suburbs. A free Seine river cruise is included for groups staying 3 nights or more.
Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie at La Villette
La Défense
PARIS TWO CENTRE TOURS
Why not combine a stay in Paris with our most popular destinations in France, such as Calvados, the Opal Coast, the Seine Maritime, Futuroscope, Brittany or the French Alps. Maximise your group's appreciation of this varied and interesting country. Suggestions of popular combinations are given below but we would be pleased to quote for your own suggested itinerary.
5 Days Paris and Normandy Calvados
5 Days Paris and Normandy Seine Maritime
5 Days Paris and Futuroscope
5 Days Paris and the Opal Coast
5 Days Paris and North Brittany
5 Days Paris and Loire Valley
5 Days Paris and the French Alps
In addition to the world renowned sights of Paris your party has the opportunity of opting for a day visit to Disneyland® Resort Paris, an exciting addition to any programme (theme park tickets at a supplement). Our prices for each tour are based on suburban Paris accommodation.
Imagine a land where the wonderful world of Disney comes alive.
Imagine Disneyland® Park, where make believe is real. And Walt Disney Studios® Park, where the magic of Disney meets the magic of cinema.
Imagine a Disney® Village where fun and entertainment stay open day and night. Imagine you are here...In a resort as big as imagination. Welcome to Disneyland® Resort Paris.
A holiday destination like no other - open all year offering a succession of different music festivals and seasonal events throughout.
The Disney® Village is ideally situated between the theme parks, allowing you to get a taste of America. Boutiques, restaurants and the Buffalo Bill's Wild West Dinner-Show let you travel from Florida to California, from Chicago to New York, from the Wild West to the Hollywood dream. This unique entertainment area in Europe takes you around the world from dawn ‘till dusk and into the night with concerts, street artists and games. You do not need a theme park ticket to enter the Disney Village.
Unique in its landscape, history and language, Brittany is the most culturally independent of all the French regions. The Emerald Coast is the gateway into Brittany. Its craggy shoreline, charming seaside resorts, wild inland moors and distinctively Celtic flavour make the Emerald Coast a superb destination for your school group. We are pleased to offer a wide choice of accommodation in some of the most attractive resorts on the Emerald Coast, all within easy reach of a comprehensive excursion programme.
Stretching from the Atlantic Coast to the centre of France, the Loire Valley is an area of outstanding beauty. The Loire Valley is renowned for its rich artistic and historic past. During the late 15th Century and throughout the 16th Century, the Kings of France settled in this region, building many magnificent châteaux, a number of which remain today as a legacy of France's aristocratic past and the extravagance and splendour of the French monarchy. The Valley is known as the 'Garden of France' and reputed for its fine wines and outstanding cuisine. With good quality accommodation and many superb excursion possibilities, the Loire Valley is a first-class destination for schools.
Futuroscope - France's intelligent theme park - is located near Poitiers. Explore and experience the fascinating developments in computers and cinematography in a futuristic park setting.
The Atlantic coast with its hinterland is a colourful region, set between the Loire Valley and Aquitaine.This is an area of rich architectural heritage and varied landscapes, with an historic
past ranging from invasions by the Vikings and Romans to the elegance of the Renaissance. Beautiful coastal towns and countryside, make this an excellent area for school groups to discover.
A varied and exciting history has left its mark, with an abundance of historical sites. Notably the Roman cities of Orange, Arles and Nîmes. Visitors are also captivated by the unique scenes of the Camargue, the vineyards, the lavender fields of Vaucluse, the magical highlands of the Luberon range, and the elegance that is Aix-en-Provence. The special climate here suffuses everything with a light beloved of painters, poets and writers. Geographically fascinating, culturally enlightening, artistically joyous, there is little doubt that your journey to this beautiful region will be rewarding.
The Côte d'Azur stretches from the Italian frontier and is one of the best loved areas of Europe. Nice, Monte Carlo, Cannes, St Tropez are names redolent of glamour and extravagance and all testify to the enduring allure of the Côte d'Azur. This region enjoys an incomparable historic and cultural heritage, is rich in art and architecture and offers the freshest fruit, the sweetest flowers, world famous festivals, wonderful perfumes, great food and magnificent scenery. The French Riviera has seduced visitors for nearly two hundred years.
The province of Alsace has a character all of its own yet, lying close to the German border, it has strong cultural ties with the Rhineland. Half-timbered houses and picturesque wooded valleys characterise the area. Alsace is also an ideal base for visits to Freiburg and the Black Forest in Germany and further afield to Basel in Switzerland. During the Christmas period there are charming traditional Christmas markets in this area.
Tailor made – STS will tailor make a tour to your preferred French destination.
