Lapont French Immersion brief Itinerary
live the French culture, language and gastronomy...LaPont French Immersion in Burgundy brief Itinerary
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LaPont French Immersion in Burgundy Program
Language, Culture, Gastronomy
exclusive small group (10 guests)
Profoundly French…
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LaPont French Immersion in Burgundy Program
Language, Culture, Gastronomy
Exclusive small group (10 guests)
En route to Burgundy
9am You will be personally met by your host in Lyon, then transferred to the Château.
Welcome Lunch at the Château
Orientation and guided tour of the Château-Domaine
Welcome Soirée at the Château around a Conviviale Fondue Savagnarde
Burgundy Wine Country Day Trip
Breakfast at the Château
Today is set aside to explore the Burgundy countryside by private transfer
Wine Appreciation Atelier and “Dejeuner Chez le Vigneron”, near Chardonnay
Let yourself be seduced by the subtle aromas of Burgundy Wines mainly planted in Chardonnay, paired with authentic Burgundian Cuisine.
Le Marché du Lundi
Start the 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 .
Start your first French Language Session at the Château
Savor Burgundian dishes prepared by our in-house chef
Culinary Atelier at the Château
French Language Session
Déjeuner at the Château
Enjoy a fun Cooking Class at the Château: Boeuf Bourguignon.. saucisse au morteau….tarte aux pralines…
Taste some fine cool climate wines and Comté Cheese: Vin Jaune, sparkling Crémant and Macvin du Jura
Dinner at the Château
La Route des Châteaux en Bourgogne
French Language Session
Visit an historical Château hidden in the Saône-et-Loire Region;discover the unique Bressane architecture and traditions…
Lunch today is hosted at our friend’s rustic ” Auberge Paysanne”
Taste authentic Bresse Cuisine: La Poularde de Bresse.. AOC (since 1957)…and more delicacies
Dinner at the Château
Balade Bressane – Gastronomy Dinner, Tournus
Morning French Language Sessions
Déjeuner at the Château
Join your hosts for a promenade along the peaceful Revermont Mountains…
Afternoon at leisure
Dress up for the evening! You will be driven to a very chic Michelin * Restaurant for a Dégustation Dinner
Culture, Art and Roman Architecture
French Language Sessions
Déjeuner at the Château
Experience a private cultural tour of the Royal Monastery of Brou: a magnificent 16th flamboyant Gothic masterpiece.
Free time is set-aside to explore the artistic town of Bourg-en-Bresse
Dinner at the Château
Beaume-les-Messieurs- Château Chalon
Free day at Leisure
You can choose to relax at the Château
Join the group for a picnic at Château-Chalon *a quaint medieval village perched on a cliff overlooking the Jura lash Vineyards
* classified as Les Plus Beaux Villages de France
Explore the ancient Grottes des Moidons in Beaume-Les-Messieurs.
Outdoor Farewell Dinner at the Château
Departure – En route to Vieux Lyon
Today we are heading to Lyon by private transfer.
The time has come to say “au revoir” …It is always sad for our guests to leave the warm French hospitality and new friends they have made along the way, during their French Immersion Adventure in Burgundy..
Free time is set aside to explore Vieux Lyon at your own pace, with no harried schedule
You will be met at your Boutique Hotel in Lyon by a friendly private guide, who will show you the best of the City’s patrimony aboard an electric car: Notre-Dame de Fourvière in the Croix-Rousse, Le Mur des Canuts” and some of the most amazing trompe l’oeil wall paintings in the world.
Dinner this evening is hosted at a legendary Gastronomy Restaurant in the heart of Lyon.
End of tour – Au revoir avec regrets…
After breakfast at your hotel, The Hotel team will be on-hand to assist you with your transfer to the next destination.
You can leave your luggage at the Reception if you have a late departure
Bonne continuation!
10 Day French Immersion in Burgundy
request pricing pp
all inclusive and planned
Day 1
En route to Burgundy
9am You will be personally met by your host in Lyon, then transferred to the Château.
Welcome Lunch at the Château
Orientation and guided tour of the Château-Domaine
Welcome Soirée at the Château around a Conviviale Fondue Savagnarde
Day 2
Burgundy Wine Country Day Trip
Breakfast at the Château
Today is set aside to explore the Burgundy countryside by private transfer
Wine Appreciation Atelier and “Dejeuner Chez le Vigneron”, near Chardonnay
Let yourself be seduced by the subtle aromas of Burgundy Wines mainly planted in Chardonnay, paired with authentic Burgundian Cuisine.
Day 3
Le Marché du Lundi
Start the 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 .
Start your first French Language Session at the Château
Savor Burgundian dishes prepared by our in-house chef
Day 4
Culinary Atelier at the Château
French Language Session
Déjeuner at the Château
Enjoy a fun Cooking Class at the Château: Boeuf Bourguignon.. saucisse au morteau….tarte aux pralines…
Taste some fine cool climate wines and Comté Cheese: Vin Jaune, sparkling Crémant and Macvin du Jura
Dinner at the Château
Day 5
La Route des Châteaux en Bourgogne
French Language Session
Visit an historical Château hidden in the Saône-et-Loire Region;discover the unique Bressane architecture and traditions…
Lunch today is hosted at our friend’s rustic ” Auberge Paysanne”
Taste authentic Bresse Cuisine: La Poularde de Bresse.. AOC (since 1957)…and more delicacies
Dinner at the Château
Day 6
Balade Bressane – Gastronomy Dinner, Tournus
Morning French Language Sessions
Déjeuner at the Château
Join your hosts for a promenade along the peaceful Revermont Mountains…
Afternoon at leisure
Dress up for the evening! You will be driven to a very chic Michelin * Restaurant for a Dégustation Dinner
Day 7
Culture, Art and Roman Architecture
French Language Sessions
Déjeuner at the Château
Experience a private cultural tour of the Royal Monastery of Brou: a magnificent 16th flamboyant Gothic masterpiece.
Free time is set-aside to explore the artistic town of Bourg-en-Bresse
Dinner at the Château
Day 8
Beaume-les-Messieurs- Château Chalon
Free day at Leisure
You can choose to relax at the Château
Join the group for a picnic at Château-Chalon *a quaint medieval village perched on a cliff overlooking the Jura lash Vineyards
* classified as Les Plus Beaux Villages de France
Explore the ancient Grottes des Moidons in Beaume-Les-Messieurs.
Outdoor Farewell Dinner at the Château
Day 9
Departure – En route to Vieux Lyon
Today we are heading to Lyon by private transfer.
The time has come to say “au revoir” …It is always sad for our guests to leave the warm French hospitality and new friends they have made along the way, during their French Immersion Adventure in Burgundy..
Free time is set aside to explore Vieux Lyon at your own pace, with no harried schedule
You will be met at your Boutique Hotel in Lyon by a friendly private guide, who will show you the best of the City’s patrimony aboard an electric car: Notre-Dame de Fourvière in the Croix-Rousse, Le Mur des Canuts” and some of the most amazing trompe l’oeil wall paintings in the world.
Dinner this evening is hosted at a legendary Gastronomy Restaurant in the heart of Lyon.
Day 10
End of tour – Au revoir avec regrets…
After breakfast at your hotel, you can leave your luggage with the concierge at the reception if you have a late departure.
The Hotel team will be on hand to assist you with your transfer to the next destination.
Bonne continuation!
10 Day French Immersion in Burgundy
request pricing pp
all inclusive and planned
NOT INCLUDED
International Airfare, travel insurance (essential)
Single supplement
GUIDELINES
The French Language Course is optional.
Accompanying guests are welcome.
TOUR INCLUSIONS AND HIGHLIGHTS
- 8 Nights Residential stay at the Château Residence
- One Night Boutique Hotel Lyon-Centre + Breakfast
- 15 Hours Intensive French Immersion Course
- Private transfers between all activities and accommodation
- Private cultural tours led by seasoned local experts
- Cooking Classes at the Château
- Regional wines during meals and restaurant outings
- Gastronomy Dinner at a local restaurant (Michelin *)
- Farewell Dinner in Lyon at a legendary restaurant
- Day trip in the Burgundy countryside
- Déjeuner chez le Vigneron
- All meals prepared at the Château by our in-house chef
- Burgundy Wine Tasting in Chardonnay
- Traditional déjeuner in Saone-et-Loire
- Welcome Soirée fondue
- On-site French cinema
- Gourmet picnic in Château-Chalon
- Private escorted guided tour of Vieux Lyon
- Wifi, taxes, tips, entry tickets (no queuing)
French Immersion in Burgundy
The gift of France
The LaPont French Immersion Tours are made up of small groups, you’ll join fellow guests who share the same passion for France and enthusiasm for learning and discovery. The tours will leave you with the gift of a beautiful language but will also give you a great deal more. You’ll gain an insight into the French people, a better understanding of their cuisine and culture and a lifetime love of this fascinating country. — The Good Life, France