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France and Ireland
École Howard S. Billings High School | Felicia LeBlanc and Sophie Caisse
EMPOWERING STUDENTS THROUGH TRAVEL SINCE 2006
This 10-day educational trip takes students through the historical and cultural highlights of France and Ireland. In Paris, activities include visiting iconic sites like the Catacombs, Château de Versailles, and the Eiffel Tower, along with exploring the artistic neighborhood of Montmartre. The journey continues in Ireland with tours of Dublin, Galway, and the Cliffs of Moher, providing a comprehensive experience of Irish culture and history.
Activities & Attractions
- Paris Sightseeing: Visit the Catacombs de Paris, stroll along boulevards St. Michel and St. Germain.
- Château de Versailles: Guided tour of the apartments, hall of mirrors, and gardens.
- Montmartre Exploration: Visit Sacre Coeur, Place du Tertre, and Dali Paris Museum.
- Eiffel Tower: Visit for night views.
- Paris Walking Tour: Explore Alexander III Bridge, Napoleon’s Tomb, and Les Invalides.
- Louvre: Visit the museum, focus on key pieces of art.
- Château de Fontainebleau: Learn about its history and inhabitants.
- Ile de la Cite: See Notre Dame Cathedral and get a group photo.
- Dublin Walking Tour: Explore Temple Bar, Trinity College, and St. Stephen’s Green.
- Little Museum of Dublin: Visit the museum and see the Book of Kells.
- Grafton Street: Explore and visit the Molly Malone statue.
- National Museum of Ireland: Visit Archaeology exhibits, tour Dublin Castle, and Chester Beatty Library.
- Dublin Bike Tour: Guided tour around the city, visit Dublin Writers Museum.
- Ghost Walk: Experience a ghost tour of Dublin.
- Galway Walking Tour: Guided exploration of the city.
- Hurling Lesson: Learn the sport at Gort Community School.
- Doolin Sunset Walk: Evening walk to Doolin Pier for sunset views.
- Cliffs of Moher: Guided walk and exploration of the cliffs.
- Live Escape Room: Participate in an escape room game in Dublin.
Trip Details
Accommodations
- Nightly accommodations at centrally located, student friendly hotels (3 star minimum)
- Triple accommodation for students
- Single accommodation for chaperones
- Paris: 3 nights
- Dublin: 2 nights
- Galway/Doolin: 2 nights
- Dublin: 1 night
Meals
- Daily breakfasts and dinners included on ground
- Local tasty meals, sufficient to fulfill all appetites
- Lunches and snacks to be purchased on own
Transportation
- Flight #1: group economy airfare from Montreal to Paris
- Flight #2: group economy airfare from Paris to Dublin
- Flight #3: group economy airfare from Dublin to Montreal
- Private coach bus transportation for duration of tour
- Other transportation as needed
- Baggage included for all flights
Additional Personnel
- 1 Evolve Tour Director for duration of tour
- Local guides as needed at various activities/attractions
Exclusives
- Creative trip programming and leadership activities
- Optional Videography and Photography
Insurance
- $123 – Student Youth All Inclusive Manulife Travel Insurance: Medical, baggage, cancellation and trip interruption coverage.
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- Total Package price may vary if number of paying customers changes
- Inclues airline baggage fees if applicable
- Tips for drivers and guides are appreciated
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Itinerary
Day 1:
Depart
Meet at the Montreal International Airport to board our flight to Paris.
Depart on overnight flight to Paris, France.
Day 2:
Arrive in Paris!
10:10 AM: Arrive in Paris! Your Evolve Guide will be waiting at the airport to meet you and transfer to the hotel on our private coach. Freshen up before lunch and a light afternoon of Parisian sightseeing.
Afternoon: Depart hotel by private coach.
5:30 PM: Climb the Arc de Triomphe.
5:00 PM: Depart the Catacombs, stroll along boulevards St. Michel and St. Germain, see Sorbonne University and the Pantheon, and visit Shakespeare and Company Paris.
7:30 PM: Dinner
Night: Walk back to the hotel and settle in for a good night’s sleep.
Day 3:
Château de Versailles, Montmartre & Eiffel Tower
8:30 AM: After breakfast, depart the hotel and use the Train
10:00 AM: Guided tour of Château de Versailles, explore the apartments, hall of mirrors, and gardens. Enjoy the musical fountain shows.
1:00 PM: Head back to Paris by Train
Afternoon: Explore Montmartre, visit Sacre Coeur, and roam the artistic neighborhood. Walk to Place du Tertre, visit Dali Paris Museum, Chateau d’Eau de Montmartre tower, and La Maison Rose.
7:00 PM: Dinner at Pasta del Nonno – 7 Rue de Lourmel, 75015 Paris.
Evening: Visit the Eiffel Tower, stroll along Champ de Mars, enjoy street performers, and ascend to the observation deck for night views.
Night: Return to the hotel by subway.
Day 4:
Louvre and Arc de Triomphe
Morning: Walk/take the subway to the meeting point.
10:00 AM: Walking tour of Paris with a local guide, including Alexander III Bridge, Napoleon’s Tomb, Les Invalides, Musee D’Orsay, Louvre Museum, and Tuileries Gardens.
2:00 PM: Visit the Louvre, self-guided tour focusing on key pieces of art. Explore on your own in smaller groups.
5:00 PM: Take the subway to Charles de Gaulle – Étoile.
3:30 PM: Visit the Catacombs de Paris.
7:00 PM: Take the subway to dinner.
8:00 PM: Dinner at Chez Papa – 6 Rue Gassendi, 75014 Paris.
Night: Return to the hotel.
Day 5:
Château de Fontainebleau
8:00 AM: After breakfast, load the bus with luggage and depart via coach bus.
10:00 AM: Visit Château de Fontainebleau, learn about its history and inhabitants.
Two groups: 10:00 AM and 10:20 AM
12:00 PM: Return to Paris by coach bus.
1:00 PM: Lunch at Cabana Beach – 12 Bd de Sébastopol, 75004 Paris.
2:30 PM: Visit 59 Rue de Rivoli.
4:00 PM: Walk across Petit Pont, stop at Ile de la Cite to see the Cathedral of Notre Dame and get a group photo.
5:00 PM: Head to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport via private coach for flight to Dublin.
Dinner: At the airport before the flight.
Day 6:
Dublin, Ireland
8:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.
9:30 AM: Walking tour of Temple Bar, Trinity College, and St. Stephen’s Green.
12:00 PM: Lunch on your own.
1:30 PM: Visit the Little Museum of Dublin.
3:00 PM: Visit the Book of Kells at Trinity College.
4:00 PM: Free time to explore Grafton Street and visit Molly Malone statue.
6:00 PM: Return to the hotel for some rest.
7:00 PM: Welcome dinner with traditional Irish food and dancing at the hotel.
Day 7:
Dublin
8:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.
9:30 AM: Visit the National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology.
11:00 AM: Tour Dublin Castle and the Chester Beatty Library.
1:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant.
2:00 PM: Guided bike tour of Dublin.
5:00 PM: Visit the Dublin Writers Museum.
7:00 PM: Dinner
8:30 PM: Ghost Walk of Dublin.
Day 8:
Galway and Cliffs of Moher
6:30 AM: Check out and head to Heuston Station.
7:35 AM: Depart by train to Galway.
10:08 AM: Arrive in Galway.
11:30 AM: Guided walking tour of Galway City.
1:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant.
2:00 PM: Visit Gort Community School for a hurling lesson.
4:00 PM: Transfer by bus to Doolin.
5:30 PM: Check-in to Hotel
6:30 PM: Dinner
8:00 PM: Evening walk to Doolin Pier for sunset views.
Day 9:
Cliffs of Moher and Dublin
8:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.
9:30 AM: Guided walk to the Cliffs of Moher.
12:00 PM: Lunch at the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre.
1:00 PM: Explore the Cliffs of Moher further, including the O’Brien’s Tower.
2:00 PM: Depart the cliffs by bus back to Dublin.
5:00 PM: Arrive in Dublin, check into the hotel.
6:30 PM: Dinner at
8:00 PM: Live Escape Room Game at Escape Dublin
9:30 PM: Return to hotel and pack.
Day 10:
Homeward Bound
6:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.
7:15 AM: Transfer to Dublin Airport.
10:45 AM: Board flight home.
6:00 PM: Arrive in Montreal after an amazing trip.
