School Language Trips to Normandy
French Language trips to the rural heart of Normandy
- History
School Language Trips to Normandy are a haven of rugged coastlines, maritime towns and historic treasures, encapsulating everything that’s special about rural France. Known for its history, the region’s long sweep of beaches and pastoral villages make it all the more endearing.
Get to grips with the local lingo amongst the lively markets and enjoy a taste of life ‘à la française’. Pick up some new vocabulary at a traditional cheese dairy. Then soak up Normandy’s enchanting art scene in the fishing village of Honfleur, where ports don’t get any prettier than this beauty.
Thinking of planning a French language school trip to Normandy? Then now is the time to get in touch. We’ll discuss your tour objectives and craft an unforgettable tour that’s based on furthering your students’ language skills and so much more!
Our Recommended Itinerary
Here’s what your trip could look like
Day 1
Depart by coach
Channel crossing
Evening meal and Fun Files quiz
Day 2
Visit the village of Honfleur
Fromagerie E. Graindorge
Evening meal and Fun Files activity
Day 3
Visit to Bayeux Tapestry, then depart by coach
Channel crossing
Arrive home
A typical quote is based on a 3 day, 3 night tour for 44 passengers (+4 free places) travelling in October 2025 and includes, subject to availability:
- Coaching for the duration of your tour
- Full board accommodation
- Travel insurance
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- 24/7 support
- Vamoos travel app & info pack
- Tailor-made itinerary
- Motorway tolls and taxes
- VAT
- Excursions:
- Honfleur Day Trip
Optional Extras
- Language Tuition
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Hoodies and Polo Shirts
Excursions in Normandy
What to expect with School Language Trips to Normandy
Accommodation
Popular places to stay in Normandy
- Located in Grandcamp-Maisy, just 20 minutes from Omaha Beach
- 2 activity rooms
- Quad, triple and twin bed rooms
- Shared facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Dining room overlooking the sea
- 2 activity rooms
- Lounge and TV area
- Small, enclosed, paved courtyard with direct access to the sea wall and beach
- Wi-Fi
- Get the group together for games in the activity rooms
- Relax in the lounge and TV area
- Soak up the sun in the courtyard
- Take a trip to the beach
- Centrally located in the heart of the village
- 50m from the beach
- Activity rooms available
- Multi, quad, twin and single bed rooms
- Shared facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Covered yard (for table tennis)
- Large, shaded courtyard
- Activity rooms available
- Separate area for teachers/group leaders
- Wi-Fi
- Get the group together for some games in the activity rooms
- Play a game of table tennis in the yard
- Relax in the large courtyard
- Stroll to the beach just 50m away
- Explore the village on foot
Cross Curricular Trips to Normandy
Your journey doesn’t have to end here! Normandy is an ideal destination to combine subjects and create a bespoke cross curricular trip for both Languange and History. Open up a trip to more students, increasing engagement and ultimate affordability!
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FAQs about this tour
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- Can we have language lessons in Normandy?
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