Teen Summers

Classic Culture & Language

Perfect for first-time travelers or budding Francophiles. Multi-city sessions often start in Paris for art, fashion, and famous landmarks, then branch to Normandy’s beaches or Lyon’s culinary scene before wrapping up on the Riviera. Options range from one-week samplers to three-week deep-dives with French classes, homestays, and daily neighborhood challenges that get teens ordering crêpes in confident French.

Mountain Treks & Service

Think hut-to-hut hikes across the Alps or Pyrenees, kayaking glacial lakes by day and practicing conversational French (or Italian and Spanish) at night. Many itineraries weave in community projects—from trail restoration to village sustainability efforts—so travelers flex both quads and compassion. Trips usually span 10–18 days and suit active teens eager for mileage, altitude, and purpose.

Wheels, Rails & Epic Miles

Got a junior cyclist or future backpacker? Point them toward a point-to-point biking or rail journey that strings together Amsterdam’s canals, Belgian waffles, French vineyards, and the Italian coast. Expect 15–30 miles of riding per day or quick city hops by train, plus hands-on lessons in navigation, budgeting, and group planning. Programs typically last two to four weeks and cater to older high schoolers ready for a bigger challenge.

Riviera & Coastal Life

Basecamp in Nice or Biarritz, surf Atlantic swells in the morning, visit art museums by afternoon, and practice sunset photography on cobblestone promenades. Some sessions tack on Greek or Croatian island extensions for an even broader Med mix. Durations range from 10 days to three weeks—plenty of time to refine both French vocabulary and beach-volley skills.

Themed Academics & STEM

France isn’t just baguettes and berets. Tech-minded teens can attend workshops at aerospace labs, eco-innovation hubs, or CERN across the border in Geneva while still savoring Parisian pâtisserie breaks. Programs often include multi-country circuits and finish with group innovation challenges, making “study” feel anything but classroom-bound.