14-Day Program | Discover the land famous for mountains, chocolates and cheese! Delve into the rich cultural heritage of Switzerland through its historic museums and castles as you travel through Lausanne and Montreux. This unique French language immersion experience begins for your student group when they meet their famille d’accueil. French language skills learned in the classroom come to life in this in-depth language immersion experience in France. Our unforgettable Family Stay Experience® allows students to become temporary locals and appreciate the French lifestyle. Students live, speak the target language, and learn about cultural exchange in a very authentic way. Conclude your journey in Paris, “The City of Lights.”
All travel dates are tentative, pending teacher approval and airline confirmation.
Program Overview
14 Days
Teacher Led
Family Stay: Xperitas Family Stay
From $4,824.00 pp from Louisville*
Features
Round-Trip Airfare Overnight Accommodations per itinerary In-Country Transportation per itinerary Insurance 24/7 Emergency Support While Abroad
Program Itinerary
Day 1Departure
En route to Geneva, Switzerland.
Included meals:
None
Day 2Lausanne
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.
Included meals:
Dinner
Day 3Montreux
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.
Included meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4Montreux
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.
Included meals:
Breakfast
Day 5En route to Family Stay
Today is the day you’ve been waiting for! Take the train to Lyon, or Annecy and meet your famille d’accueil.
Included meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 - 10Family Stay
Enjoy six days practicing French and experiencing their daily lives.
Included meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11Paris
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.
Included meals:
Breakfast
Day 12Paris
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.
Included meals:
Breakfast
Day 13Paris
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.
Included meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 14Return
Transfer to airport and return to the U.S.
Included meals:
Breakfast
The Family Stay Experience®
We believe that spending time with a family, speaking their language and participating in their customs is the best and most authentic way to experience another culture. It’s also what makes our programs different from any other travel experience. After 50 years of arranging family stays, we’re no longer surprised when our participants say that spending time with a family was the best part of their experience!
Non-Profit | Since 1972 | 100 Host Communities & Growing
Xperitas is a community of lifelong intercultural learners who believe in a world built on deeper understanding
between cultures. Our values are reflected by our commitment to increasing accessibility to language immersion
programs. We provide aid and merit-based scholarships to qualified participants. Xperitas also achieves this goal by
providing grants to schools, better helping to promote global communication through language learning.
