France: Southern France and Northern Spain — From the Basque Country to Catalonia

Orientation in Paris

Participants at a church in France.

During your three-day orientation in Paris, become an expert at negotiating the Metro, visit the Arc de Triomphe and the Louvre, and meander down the Champs Elysées. Practice French as you and your group visit local vendors to buy breads, pastries, fruits, and cheeses for a picnic lunch.

Homestay and Travel

Participants on sculpture

Discover the unique culture of southwest France and the majestic border area shared with Spain. In the shadow of the Pyrenees, embrace the French language and culture as part of a caring host family. Hike picturesque mountain trails, visit magnificent San Sebastian, take in the stunning architecture of Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum, explore glamorous Biarritz and the coastal town of St. Jean de Luz, and enjoy the fascinating Basque and Catalonian cultures. Following your homestay, journey to dramatic Andorra, relax in the cafés of charming Collioure, and experience bustling Barcelona.

 

Sample host communities: Biarritz-Anglet, Bayonne

Code: FRHD (4 Weeks)
Features: Travel
Prerequisites: French (at least 1 year)
Depart/Return: New York