• Spain & France: Art, Architecture & Fashion

EDVENTURE EXPLAINED

Why did we choose SPAIN & FRANCE?

Spain and France offer a contrast in culture and similarity in a spirit of creativity that is unparalleled. These neighbouring nations, like their contrasting tongues – Spanish and French, have very unique ways. While France has been the birthplace of many art movements, Spain has its own forte in art and architectural innovations.

What does this journey offer?

The rich neighbours who are truly different. The cultured French take great pride in their art, architecture, language, cuisine and design. The Spanish believe in enjoying life and live for siesta (nap) and fiesta (feast). While their approach to life may contrast, both French and Spanish have ruled large portions of the world, and their beautiful backyards are rich history lessons mandatory for all students.

Core Lessons/
Inspiration:

  • Art through the Ages
  • French and Spanish History
  • French and Spanish Culture
  • Innovative Architecture

THINGS TO DO

Spain & France: Art, Architecture & Fashion

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VISIT
  • Paris
  • Madrid
  • Toledo
  • Barcelona
  • Zaragoza
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LEARN
  • French Revolution
  • Spanish Conquest
  • Spain’s Arab Connection
  • Young Authors Program
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ENJOY
  • The Art at the Louvre Museum
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Flamenco Dancers Performance
  • Cruise on River Seine
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BE INSPIRED
  • The Architecture by Antoni Gaudi
  • Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa
  • Toledo’s Multi-ethnic Past

ITINERARY

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Day 1: Home Country – FRANCE (PARIS)

  • Meet and greet and proceed for departure procedure
  • Fly to Paris
  • Arrival in Paris followed by customs and baggage collection
  • Explore the city on your own (subject to flight schedule)
  • Dinner and check-in to hotel
  • Overnight in Paris

Day 2: PARIS – LOUVRE MUSEUM - CITY TOUR – EIFFEL TOWER

  • Breakfast in the hotel
  • Louvre Museum
  • Lunch
  • Take an orientation tour of Paris
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Champs-Élysées
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • View of Notre Dame Cathedral
  • Visit to the Eiffel Tower, Second level
  • Dinner
  • Work on Young Authors Program
  • Overnight in Paris

Day 3: PARIS – DISNEYLAND

  • Breakfast in the hotel
  • Transfer to Disneyland
  • Lunch allowance at the theme park
  • Dinner
  • Work on Young Authors Program
  • Overnight in Paris

Day 4: PARIS - MADRID

  • Breakfast in the hotel & Checkout
  • Transfer to airport for flight to Madrid
  • Lunch on arrival
  • Free time to explore the city on your own
  • Dinner & Hotel Check in
  • Overnight stay in Madrid

Day 5: MADRID – CITY TOUR

  • Breakfast in the hotel
  • An orientation tour of the beautiful capital city of Spain: Madrid
  • Visit Royal Palace
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Lunch
  • Free time at Gran Via
  • Dinner
  • Work on Young Authors Program
  • Overnight in Madrid

Day 6: MADRID – ZARAGOZA - BARCELONA

  • Breakfast in the hotel and check-out
  • Depart for Barcelona via Zaragoza
  • Lunch en-route
  • Visit to the Basilica of “Our Lady of the Pillar”
  • Arrival in Barcelona
  • Dinner & hotel check-in
  • Work on Young Authors Program
  • Overnight in Barcelona

Day 7: BARCELONA – CITY TOUR – FLAMENCO EVENING

  • Breakfast in hotel
  • Orientation tour of Barcelona which includes:
  • La Sagrada Familia
  • Barrio Gotico
  • Photo stop at Parque Guell
  • Lunch
  • Free time at La Rambla Street
  • Flamenco Evening
  • Dinner
  • Work on Young Authors Program
  • Overnight in Barcelona

Day 8: BARCELONA - Home Country

  • Breakfast in the hotel and check-out
  • Free time as per the flight schedule
  • Transfer to the airport
  • Board the flight to return to Home Country

Day 9: Home Country

  • Arrival in Home Country

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q  Who can attend an EdTerra overseas journey?

    A  

    Any student of your school in the age group of 11-17 years is welcome to join this program provided the child faces no serious medical conditions which may be difficult to address satisfactorily during the journey. Also, any adult who is not a member of the school staff or management is not allowed to join the school group.

  • Q  How do we choose the teachers to accompany our student group?

    A  

    As teachers are the legally appointed guardians of the students for the entire course of the journey, it is advisable that the selected teacher/s are experienced and have the capacity to address issues related to student safety, well-being and behavior. Physical fitness and international travel experience are added advantage as most international programs are fast-paced and hectic.

  • Q  What is the recommended teacher: student ratio?

    A  

    The industry practice is of 1 adult per 10 students (1:10), but some international schools prefer a ratio of 1:7.

  • Q  What guarantee does EdTerra provide for securing a visa?

    A  

    The visiting country’s Embassy/ Consulate has the power to either grant/decline the visa request of any applicant. EdTerra can facilitate the submission of visa application documents or help secure an interview with the Embassy/Consulate; however it cannot be held responsible in any way for the grant or decline of the visa.

  • Q  What about our students’ safety during the journey?

    A  

    Underpinning each EdTerra journey is the concern to address student safety at all levels. Being an ISO 9001: 2008 company, EdTerra complies with globally accepted standards for efficient processes, including rigorous safety standards.

  • Q  How can the parents stay in touch with their children during the journey?

    A  

    The accompanying EdTerra Journey Mentor provides daily updates on the EdTerra Facebook page (like us at edterraindia), along with photographs of the day’s activities for parents to keep a track of the journey progress. Parents are also provided with contact details of the hotels where students will be staying during the journey. Also, the school may permit students to carry their mobiles with international SIM cards.

  • Q  Can some students stay back after the journey to visit their relatives or friends?

    A  

    On account of student safety, EdTerra does not allow any child to stay back after the journey. For every EdTerra journey the rule is simple, you fly out of your home country as a group and you return as a group.

  • Q  Will our school group be merged with any other school group?

    A  

    The costing for an EdTerra journey is done on the minimum group size of 30 full paying participants. If you have 30 more paying participants then your group will not be merged with any other group. In the event that the school is unable to provide the minimum number of paying participants before 60 days of the scheduled departure date of journey, EdTerra Edventures Pvt Ltd reserves the right to merge the school group with another school group. This ensures that two or more smaller groups are able to travel economically. In such a case there is a possibility that the two groups may vary in age. In the event that the minimum number is not achieved through merging groups, EdTerra reserves the right to either postpone or cancel the journey.

  • Q  What kind of food can we expect during our overseas journey?

    A  

    EdTerra provides wholesome and hygienic food during the journey. An ample variety of local cuisine is provided as a part of the travel experience. Effort is made to provide at least one Indian meal each day, preferably dinner.

  • Q  What kind of clothing should the students carry for the journey?

    A  

    Depending on the location and time/season of travel, EdTerra will provide an exhaustive to-pack list, enabling students to pack appropriately for the journey.

  • Q  Will EdTerra facilitate the purchase of foreign currency and international SIM cards?

    A  

    EdTerra does not facilitate the purchase of foreign currency or international SIM cards. The same can be procured directly by the parents from any authorized foreign exchange agency or SIM provider.

GALLERY

Spain & France: Art, Architecture & Fashion

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Principal, St. Columbas' School

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