France
Experience an unforgettable journey in France, exploring its rich history and vibrant culture. Begin your adventure in Normandy, where you'll discover the D-Day landing beaches and small historic towns such as Bayeux and Caen, perhaps performing in a local cathedral, school or at the American War Cemetery. See the stunning abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel. Travel to the enchanting Loire Valley, home to magnificent châteaux such as Chambord and Chenonceau while staying in Blois. Continue to the opulent Palace of Versailles, where students can marvel at the Hall of Mirrors and imagine the grand music performances of centuries past. Conclude your tour in the City of Lights, Paris, with opportunities to perform in iconic venues. Visit world-renowned museums like the Louvre or Orsay. Stroll along the Seine, and experience the unparalleled artistic energy of the city. A tour to France offers student musicians a perfect blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and exceptional performance opportunities.
Sample Itinerary
- Day 1 Depart the USA
- Day 2 Arrive Paris | Rouen | Bayeux
- Day 3 Explore Normandy and the D-Day landing beaches | Bayeux
- Day 4 Mont-Saint-Miche | Loire Valley | Blois
- Day 5 Chateau Chenonceau | Blois
- Day 6 Blois | Versailles | Paris
- Day 7 Paris
- Day 8 Paris
- Day 9 Return to USA
What's Included
- Round-trip airfare from the USA to Paris, France
- Deluxe motor coach transportation while touring
- Professional local tour manager on each motor coach
- 4-star hotel accommodations in twin occupancy
- Buffet breakfast daily at hotels
- Group dinners at a mix of hotels & local restaurants
- Comprehensive guided sightseeing program
- Locally guided sightseeing tours of Bayeux and Paris
- Visit to D-Day landing beaches and American War Cemetery
- Excursion to the abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel
- Guided visit to Château de Chenonceau
- Guided tour of Versailles Palace
- Guided tour of Palais Garnier (Opéra Garnier)
- Visit to Notre Dame Cathedral
- Locally promoted concerts and workshops with collaboration opportunities
- String and percussion instrument rental & transport
- Safe free-time opportunities in small groups for lunch and souvenir shopping
- Gratuities to tour managers, drivers, local guides, and group restaurants
- Complete set of travel documents
- Access to the GrandTours travel app while touring (iOS & Android)
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Financial Info
Registered travelers agree to make payments to GrandTours as set forth in the published payment schedule. Payments may be made by personal check, money order, bill-pay service or by debit/credit card. GrandTours does not accept cash payments. If paying by debit/credit card, a non-refundable 3% fee will be applied to all transactions at the time they are submitted. Payment by check is your best value. Tour pricing is based on foreign currency exchange rates that are expected to be in effect at the time of the tour. If they should increase significantly, your tour price may be adjusted accordingly. The final payment is due approximately 60 days prior to departure on our tours.
- 120 or more days prior to departure = Full refund of deposits/payments
- 119 to 90 days prior = $500 cancellation fee (tour deposit)
- 89 to 60 days prior = $1,000 cancellation fee
- 59 to 30 days prior = $1,500 cancellation fee
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