LaPont French Immersion in Burgundy Overview
10 Nights/11-Day
French Immersion in Burgundy
Live the French…
● Culture
● Language
● Gastronomy
Experience La France Profonde in Burgundy…
Discover the heart of authentic French Culture, cuisine and rich traditions, while learning French naturally.
Stay at the charming 17th Century Château Saint-Amour. The spacious private rooms with ensuite have been renovated for your comfort.
Enjoy Regional Gastronomy and Wines in great company, with the convenience of no unpacking.
Meals are prepared by our in-house chef, showcasing a blend of traditional French cuisine paired with local wines.
The signature Itinerary includes visits to remote historic sites in Burgundy and its surrounding regions: châteaux, artisanal markets, boutique wineries and favourite restaurants—all by private transfers with local experts.
The French Lessons held at the Château are also integrated into curated activities.
Our French teachers (fle-qualified) participate in all activities and are available on-site to assist you with your progress.
The tour concludes with a stay at a Boutique Hotel in the heart of Lyon and a dinner at an one of the Iconic Paul Bocuse Brasserie along the River.
Enhance your stay with our exclusive “Only Lyon Extension” offering a personalized exploration of Lyon’s vibrant culture Contact us for details and Love Lyon! Limited places.
10 Nights/11 Day French Immersion in Burgundy
Highlights & Inclusions:
● 9 nights accommodation at the Château with Breakfast
● One night at a Boutique Hotel in Lyon Centre *****with Breakfast
● Lunch and Dinners at the Château prepared by our in house chef
● All regional wines at the Château and restaurant dining
● Morning French Language Sessions at the Château
● All day French conversational practise with teachers, guides and hosts
● Small group classes led by qualified FLE teachers
● Coffee breaks and drinks
● Private transfers
● Private cultural tours with local experts
● Culinary Atelier at the Château
● Degustation Dinner Michelin * starred Chef
● Dinner in Lyon at one of the Paul Bocuse Brasserie
● Day trip in the Burgundy wine country
● Brunch & Wine tasting in Chardonnay
● Regional Lunch at a local Auberge
● Chocolate Tasting with Local Artisans
● Tasting of Comté Cheese & Jura Wines
● Private guided tour of Vieux Lyon, with a local expert
● On-site French cinema & entertainment
● Gourmet pique-nique and visit of Château-Chalon
● wifi, taxes, tips, entry fees (skip the queue)
EXCLUSIONS:
● International Airfares
● Travel insurance
● Any services outside the official dates
● Premium Junior Suites – upgrade
PRICE GUIDELINES
● Don’t worry it is All inclusive and planned!
€5285pp single private room with ensuite €5135pp twin share private room with ensuite
● Price is based on an elegant charming private room with ensuite.
● €5135pp twin-shared private double rooms/couples/friends with own bathroom facilities: discount: €300 applies.
● Accompanying guests not participating in the course are welcome, discount applies.
● Rooms are assigned on a first come first serve basis, early bookings are recommended
CHAMBRES D'HOTES
Each beautiful room have a unique character and no two are the same. This is a sample of some of the charming private rooms and bathrooms you will find at the Château De Joudes, Saint-Amour
FRENCH TUITION
FOOD AND WINE
HOW TO GET THERE
GALERIE PHOTOS DU CHATEAU
Curated Activities
Culinary Atelier
Cultural Tours
Wine appreciation
Local exploration
Regional Gastronomy
French Language
Brief Itinerary — Overview
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Bienvenue au Château de Joudes
● Today is arrival day…
● You will be met in Lyon or Bourg-en-Bresse by your hosts and chauffeur for a private transfer to the Château.
● Upon arrival, you will be guided to your private room and facilities.
● Unwind and settle in your tranquil retreat at your own pace, before Dinner
● Welcome Aperitif at Sunset meet your new friends
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● Breakfast at the Château
● Relax at the Château or visit the local Saint-Amour market
● Pause Dejeuner at the Château
● Guided tour of the Château and its facilities.
● Introduction of the Program by our dedicated French teachers
● Dinner and welcome Soiree at the Château
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● After Breakfast at the Château, we will drive along the Burgundy countryside by private transfer.
● Wine Tasting Chez le Vigneron, near Chardonnay.
● Brunch today will be hosted at a regional restaurant in the Burgundy Wine countryside.
… Be seduced by the subtle aromas of Burgundy Wines, mainly planted in Chardonnay, paired with authentic Burgundian Cuisine.
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● Start your day with a visit to the traditional 13th Century Marché de Louhans, held every Monday under the longest Roman arcades in France.
● Taste some regional fresh produce at the market with the locals.
● Enjoy a private guided visit of a nearby historical museum.
● Lunch at the Château
● French Language Sessions are initiated at the Château.
● Dinner at the Château: savour Burgundian dishes prepared by our in house chef
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● Breakfast at the Château
● French Language Sessions
● Déjeuner at the Château
● Culinary Cooking Workshop at the Château with the Chef
● Taste some fine cool climate wines and Comté Cheese: Vin Jaune, sparkling crémant and Macvin du Jura.
● Chocolate Tasting with Local Artist: private tasting of locally crafted chocolates, presented by regional artisans.
● Dinner at the Château
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● Breakfast at the Château
● Morning French Lessons
● Lunch today is hosted at a local auberge – taste regional Bresse Cuisine.
● Visit some of the nearby historical villages of the Saône-et-Loire region, discover Bressane architecture and heritage.
● Tasting of Comté Cheese & Jura Wines
A pairing experience featuring Comté cheese and selected wines from the Jura region.
● Dinner at the Château
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● Breakfast at the Château
● French Language Sessions
● Déjeuner at the Château
● Afternoon at leisure
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● Breakfast at the Château
● French Language Sessions
● Déjeuner at the Château
● Cultural tour of a 16th flamboyant Gothic masterpiece.
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● Breakfast at the Château
● Free day at Leisure. Visit to the local markets of the nearby villages.
● Pique-Nic a La Française and Visit of Château-Chalon
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● After Breakfast at the Château, you will be driven to Lyon by private transfer.
● Arrival at your Boutique Hotel in Lyon Centre. *****
● Join an escorted private tour of Vieux Lyon (Optional)
● Dinner at on of the Maisons Paul Bocuse Brasserie
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● Breakfast at the Hotel
The Hotel team will be on-hand to assist you with your luggage and transfer to the next destination,
Au revoir, with memories of a memorable Immersion experience
