Combine French language immersion, culture and D-Day history on a unique school trip to Normandy, helping students develop their language skills while exploring one of the most important turning points of the Second World War.
Based at Voyager's exclusive school group centre, La Grand'Ferme, students are immersed in French through a programme of animateur-led activities to gain confidence communicating in French and a glimpse of authentic life in Normandy.
The tour includes a dedicated visit to Normandy's D-Day landing beaches, museums and memorials. Students will explore the sites of Operation Overlord to understand the planning, sacrifice and significance of the Allied invasion that helped turn the tide of the Second World War.
Groups can also tailor their programme with adventure activities, such as kayaking or the iconic Mont Saint-Michel Bay Walk, to create a varied and memorable itinerary that appeals to a wide range of students.
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La Grand'Ferme La Grand’Ferme is a gite-style school centre for history and language trips. There's plenty of outdoor space, sports courts, an outdoor pool and large indoor activity area. The centre has two separate accommodation buildings and a 24/7 duty manager to support supervision and safeguarding. Stay at La Grand'Ferme to benefit from a range of supervised activities, school-friendly menus, and evening entertainment. Explore the La Grand'Ferme's facilities here. |
This island and its surrounding bay are a UNESCO World Heritage site. Scale the cobblestoned streets to reach the churches and the famous gothic-style abbey. Groups with an Animateur will experience a guided barefoot walk across the bay, which is a highlight for students.
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At a local boulangerie, a baker will perform a baking demonstration for your group in French. Students will walk away with a croissant and a pain au chocolat each!
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Visit a French confectioner and get a masterclass in sugar! Students will watch the sweet makers at work and a few volunteers will get to try their hand at it themselves. Your group will get the chance to sample the sweets too.
Sand yachting offers a gentle and accessible approach to all, accompanied by state-qualified instructors, set off to discover the natural gems of the Baie de Somme.
Visit a local goat's cheese farm to meet the goats and find out how cheese is made. Students can even have a try at milking the goats, and trying some cheese for themselves!
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Explore the quaint traditional town in Normandy also known as City of Manuscripts, which faces the bay of Mont Saint Michel, visit the botanical garden and interact with the locals
Festyland is a brilliant theme park for all ages of students from the younger ones to the thrill-seekers. Although the park feels busy, you'll find that you never wait too long in queues for the rides.
Visit a local market with your animateur where teams of students will be given money to buy food for lunch. Students will be tasked with ordering in French, creating a great opportunity to interact with the friendly stall owners in their native language. Students will also have free time to pick up some souvenirs.
Famous as the home of the 70 metre-long Bayeux Tapestry, the medieval town is also home to the largest British military cemetery in France, making it a key destination for groups studying WWII history. Also, don't miss the Cathedral, located in the centre of town. Note the Bayeux Tapestry is closed until Summer 2027.
There are many cemeteries in France which serve as poignant memorials to the fallen of WWII. Visits to these sites complement History tours and allow students to gain a greater understanding of the loss of life and the human effects of the war.
Experience the 360° cinema in Arromanches displaying brilliantly captured and informative footage from the war across multiple screens.
Visit one of the most arduous landing zones of the D-Day invasion. Remnants of the combat, such as the Mulberry harbours, are still present today and a striking metallic memorial interrupting the scenic stretch of coast invites visitors to reflect.
See first-hand the original Pegasus Bridge, daringly captured in an overnight operation by British airborne forces, at this WW2 museum near Caen. Learn about the crucial role of the airborne troops in the early hours of D-Day through an array of informative displays, films and wartime artefacts.
Pointe du Hoc site upon a 100-foot cliff and overlooks the English Channel with stunning panoramic views. It was important during WWII as it was the highest vantage point between Omaha Beach to the east and Utah Beach to the west.
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Students stand inside the original concrete bunkers to understand the immense scale of the Atlantic Wall and learn about the role of the 9th Battalion Parachute Regiment who, against overwhelming odds, neutralised the heavy guns before the D-Day landings began. One of the casemates features an immersive sound and light simulation of the assault, and the grounds house a restored Douglas C-47 Dakota aircraft.
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Located within the hilltop fortress of Fort du Roule, and with stunning views over Cherbourg harbour. Students can explore the former German stronghold and learn about the liberation of Cherbourg, life under occupation, the French Resistance, and the impact of WWII on the local civilian population.
Take advantage of the centre's heated outdoor swimming pool with leisurely swimming or organised pool games. Teachers are responsible for supervising children in the pool as we cannot provide a lifeguard.
Aeroball is a fun, totally unique sport! The trampoline-basketball-volleyball game is suitable for all ages and is played by two teams of 2. Simple instructions are given in French and the students will have the chance to learn/practise the vocabulary for the body parts. It’s also a great opportunity to practise the numbers (scoring and counting down the end of the match). Aeroball is quickly becoming a favourite activity for students and teachers alike!
Students get the chance to be a Robin Hood. After an explanation of the equipment and some basic skills training, students shoot foam tipped arrows through holes in targets, an excellent opportunity to practise numbers and directions in the target language
Your students will be split into teams to play volleyball on the centre's own court. The game is a great way to practise numbers, instructions and directions in the target language.
Suitable for all ages bread making is not just a case of making bread, it’s also a golden opportunity to practise your singing talents, as we sing French songs. Students will be guided from the very beginning with simple French instructions. From the measuring of the flour to the kneading of the bread, this activity will keep their enthusiasm going throughout. They will even get to taste the fruits of their hard work as their bread will be baked in time for the evening meal.
Enables pupils to discover the art of circus on an artistic as well as technical level. Students are introduced to juggling, diabolo and other circus equipment in a fun and educational manner. The French spoken during this activity is very varied and is based on using the names of the equipment (stick, balls, diabolo...), action verbs (to walk, to move...), directions (left, right, up, down...), colours (orange, red, green...), numbers (one, two, three...).
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