Tuition in Loire Valley
The medieval town of Chinon is located in the heart of the Loire Valley resting by the banks of the majestic Vienne river. It is a town steeped in history and rich with culture. The cobbles and timber houses dating back to the fifteenth century give you a feel of its importance in both in French as well as English history.
Descartes is set on the river Creuse, in Southern Touraine within the Loire Valley. The town has a very rich historical heritage with the House Museum René Descartes and the Museum Rene Boylesve showcasing it's various aspects. In addition, the churches, like the Notre Dame church of the Hague with its frescos of the 12th century, and its old district of the Paper Mills all add to the charm of this interesting city.
Tours, the principle town of the Loire Valley has a well preserved heritage which rests easily against its vibrant modern and dynamic image of today. With the sights like the Tours Cathedral and the Medieval District, le Vieux Tours, together with its beautiful parks make Tours the ideal destination for a group looking for a cultural tuition programme.
| DAY | EXCURSIONS |
| 1 | Depart School early morning. Arrive at destination and meet host families. |
| 2 | Morning French lessons; Afternoon visit of Chinon, the fort city; its pictersque streets and the Royal Fortress, a major landmark in French history |
| 3 | Morning French lessons; Afternoon visit of the Chateau d'Azay-le-Rideau OR Chateau de Chenonceau OR Chateau de Villandry OR Chateau de Rigny-Usse (the castle of the Sleeping Beauty). |
| 4 | Morning French lessons; Afternoon visit to the mushroom cellar at Bourre. |
| 5 | Morning French Lessons; Afternoon isit to Clos Luce, Amboise, Leonardo da Vinci's Home |
| 6 | Depart host families and return to the UK. |
BACKProgramme quoted above is based on a minimum of 35 students and include:
- Collection and return to school
- Return channel crossing (Eurotunnel is available on request)
- Use of coach for duration of trip
- Half board accommodation in host families
- French lessons in closed classes (1 French teacher for every 12 students)
- Entrances and excursions listed*
- Group insurance
- Assistance of Family Liaison Co-ordinator
- 24 hours emergency assistance by Ardmore Head Office
- Free group leaders places 1:10 (accommodation in host family)**
*Please note guided tours are not included in our programmes if you require a guide we can arrange this for you at a supplement
**supplementary cost for additional group leaders
