2016 brochure - Dragons International

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WELCOME TO
OUR TOURS
Short Breaks
SHORT BREAKS
We offer a wide range of short breaks to popular destinations in France, Belgium
and Germany. In the careful selection of our accommodation, we endeavour to
provide a safe and secure environment for pupils as well as a choice to suit all tastes
and budgets.
OUR COACHES AND DRIVERS
We have a large fleet of executive, air-conditioned 49 and 53-seater executive coaches,
all with reclining seats, air suspension, seat-belts, DVD player, PA system and toilet.
Most of our coaches are provided by our sister companies, Leons Coach Travel Ltd and
our most recent acquisition, Happy Days (Woodseaves) Ltd. However, at peak periods,
we may use coaches from other carefully selected reputable companies with standards
comparable to our own. Unlike many other tour operators, we do not use standard
coaches for any of our trips. Our co-operative and friendly drivers rigorously comply with
strict EU regulations governing the number of hours they can work and drive. These
regulations will always be taken into account when preparing your tailor-made itinerary.
OUR TRAVEL OPTIONS
For your flexibility, choice and convenience, we work with all the major cross Channel
operators:
Eurotunnel - your coach stays on board the Shuttle for the 35 minute journey
between Folkestone and Calais.
Ferry - we normally use P & O ferries for crossings from Dover to Calais (journey
time 1½ hours) and DFDS Seaways for crossings from Dover to Dunkirk (journey
time 2 hours). Groups wishing to visit certain areas of Normandy may travel with
Brittany Ferries from Portsmouth to Caen or Cherbourg.
FINANCIAL SecURITY
AND SAFETY
Dragons International is a member of
ABTA with membership number
W5467. ABTA and ABTA Members
help holidaymakers to get the most
from their travel and assist them
when things do not go according to
plan. We are obliged to maintain a
high standard of service to you by
ABTA’s Code of Conduct.
For further information about ABTA,
the Code of Conduct and the
arbitration scheme available to you
if you have a complaint, contact:
ABTA Ltd. 30 Park St, London SE1 9EQ
Tel: 020 3117 0500 or
Email: [email protected]
The safety of our customers is our
primary concern and all our team are
committed to maintaining our high
standards. We monitor the standards of
our suppliers to ensure that they meet
our high levels of care as well as
complying with appropriate regulations.
Group leaders are provided with an
emergency telephone number giving
direct access to a senior member of our
staff.
BELGIUM
The perfect introduction to the culture, history and language of another country,
our day trips to France are extremely popular with all ages of pupils. We will
tailor-make your day to suit your group’s requirements.
BROCHURE DETAILS /
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Brochure Details
The basic prices, offers and information printed in
our brochure are valid at the time of publication
and are based on the exchange rate of SterlingEuro 1.181 published in the Financial Times on 1st
May 2013. We reserve the right to increase or
reduce these prices or amend these offers or
information at any time after publication and in
future editions of the brochure. You will be advised
of any changes at the time of booking (if known at
that time) or at any subsequent time up to 30 days
before departure. In addition, we reserve the right
to correct mistakes in advertised, quoted or
confirmed prices. All our tours are subject to the
availability of transport and accommodation.
Terms and Conditions
Our full terms and conditions will vary slightly
depending on the type of tour you choose.
Therefore, we will send you a comprehensive
copy with your written quotation/ provisional
reservation for our short breaks and with your
written quotation for our day trips, travel only and
Christmas market options. They are also available
on request at any time.
Useful Information
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is included in the price of our
short breaks and is non-refundable. For our other
tours, we offer an optional travel insurance or
alternatively, you can make your own arrangements
provided that the resultant policy affords cover
comparable to that offered by Dragons
International. A detailed summary of our insurance
cover will be sent to you with your quotation. It is
also available on request at any time.
Passports, Visas and Health Requirements
British citizens travelling abroad must hold a
valid personal passport or be included on a
collective passport. The party leader must ensure
that all participants, including adults, carry
individual passports or are included on a collective
passport and that non-British nationals have
appropriate visas. For further information, please
contact: www.ips.gov.uk/passport/index.asp
Eurotunnel
Shuttle train
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P & O Ferries
Spirit of Britain
Brittany Ferries
Mont St Michel
DFDS Seaways
Dover Seaways
FRANCE
Day Trips
Customised Travel and Tours
We are proud to be part of the Leons Travel Group Limited, an independently-owned
family company with considerable experience in organising holidays, school tours
and tailor-made coach travel. Dragons International is dedicated to providing an
opportunity for young people to experience the culture of another country, improve
language skills and to flourish in an environment outside the classroom. From initial
enquiry to final destination, we offer a personal, professional and reliable service
which gives real value-for-money. Your dedicated Travel Advisor will be committed
to ensuring that you receive the very highest levels of service. We take the time to
understand your needs in order that we can create an individual tour programme
which will meet your expectations.
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With our large fleet of executive coaches and extremely competitive prices, Dragons
International provides the ideal solution to all your coach travel requirements.
Visit the magical Christmas markets of Aachen and Köln on a mini-trip with Dragons
International. Alternatively, you may wish to stay longer in one of our recommended
accommodation centres.
ABOUT DRAGONS INTERNATIONAL
Introduction
Opal Coast
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Normandy
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Loire Valley
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Futuroscope9
Paris
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Disneyland® Paris
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Parc Astérix
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Battlefields: The Somme
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Magical Christmas Markets
We are delighted to present to you the Dragons International School Tours by Coach brochure
for 2016 in which you will find a wide selection of European tours at competitive prices.
CONTENTS
Insurance Card (EHIC). You can apply by telephone
on 0845 606 2030, by picking up an application
form from the Post Office or online on www.ehic.
org.uk
Information from the Foreign
and Commonwealth Office
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office produces
up-to-date travel information to help British
travellers make informed decisions about travelling
abroad. For further information, please visit www.
gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice
Information Collection and Use
In order to assist you with your enquiry, you must
provide us with certain contact information and
brief details of your requirements. We use this
information to contact you about the products and
services in which you have expressed interest. Your
personal details will only be shared with other
companies when it is necessary to obtain
information from them to respond to your queries.
Your details will be transferred to our mailing list in
order to provide you with our current and future
brochures and flyers. If you do not wish to be on
our mailing list or if you have any other queries,
please email us on: info@dragonsinternational.
co.uk or write to us at: Dragons International,
Paton Drive, Tollgate Park, Stafford, ST16 3EF
Company registration number: 03459625
VAT Registration number: 785 3971 75
Legal Disclaimer: We reserve the right to disclose
your personal information as required by law and
when we believe that disclosure is necessary to
protect our rights and/or comply with a judicial
proceeding, court order or legal process.
Accessibility
A large print copy of our brochure (in black and
white) is available on request.
Battlefields: Ypres Salient
Brussels
Ostend
GERMANY
Rhine Valley Introduction
Rhine Valley Towns
Rhine Valley Cities
Moselle/Eifel
Berlin
Black Forest
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GERMAN CHRISTMAS
MARKETS 2015
Aachen and Köln
CUSTOMISED TRAVEL
Exchange Visits and Tours
DAY TRIPS TO FRANCE
Introduction
Explore the Towns
Visit the attractions
Taste the difference
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Front Cover image bottom left:
courtesy of Nausicaá
© Alexis Rosenfeld
Back cover images courtesy of:
Park Astérix
Futuroscope
Phantasialand
Travellers from the United Kingdom to mainland
Europe, who are eligible to free or reduced cost
emergency medical treatment in the European
Economic Area (EEA), will need a European Health
For more information or a quotation call 01785 224420
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FRANCE
Choose Dragons International for:
EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT
*£2 per paying person for confirmed short break bookings for 2014 with deposits
received by 31st July 2013. *Subject to a minimum of 24 paying passengers.
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btain permission to travel from your
Headteacher and Governors.
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all us to discuss your preferred
accommodation centre, travel dates,
timings, channel crossings and the
estimated size of your group. We
will provide you with a customised
quotation based on your requirements
together with our booking conditions.
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ubject to your acceptance of our
quotation, we will check availability at
your chosen accommodation centre
and will make a provisional reservation
without obligation for your group,
details of which will be sent to you.
Options are usually held for 3-4 weeks,
longer if possible. You may cancel your
provisional reservation at any time
during this period without any charge.
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dvertise the tour within your school
or college and prepare a letter to
students/parents advising them of
the visit details, price and payment
schedule.
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end us your deposit of £50 per pupil
together with your option confirmation
form. On receipt of your deposit, all
bookings will be made firm and you will
receive a full confirmation pack.
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ome of our accommodation centres
may ask for a higher deposit. If this is
the case, we will advise you at the time
of booking.
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t your convenience, we will discuss
your full visit programme in detail and
make any necessary arrangements/
advance bookings.
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e will require your final payment and
details not later than 8 weeks prior to
departure.
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aturally, we would expect you to inform
us of any alterations to your group size if
they should occur during the intervening
period. Details of any relevant price
changes due to additions or cancellations
will be advised to you.
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Booking With Dragons is easy...
At Dragons, we recognise the increasing demands on your time. We aim to make booking
with us as easy as possible for you. There are no complicated discount structures or multideposit payments - just a few simple steps and you’re almost there.
Prices
The prices shown in our brochure are our lowest basic prices. These may vary depending
on the travel dates, timings and channel crossings you choose.
What is included in your quoted tour price?
Return travel by executive coach from your
school in mainland England or Wales.
Channel
crossings by ferry or shuttle
as specified in your quotation. Ferry
crossings are normally via Dover /Calais
or Dover/Dunkirk. For some of our
Normandy tours, we may use crossings
from Portsmouth to Caen or Cherbourg.
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ll road tolls and taxes.
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se of your coach throughout your tour
subject to agreed programme and EU
driving regulations.
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ree staff places at the ratio of one
member of staff to eight paying pupils.
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ingle or twin rooms for staff (subject to
availability).
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alf Board Accommodation (unless
otherwise specified). A few of our
accommodation centres offer excellent
prices for a full board package (breakfast,
packed lunch and dinner). Where this is
the case, we offer a full board rather than
a half board package. Other specific meal
packages for certain destinations are clearly
shown. Some accommodation centres
charge a supplement for special diets.
We will advise you of this if applicable.
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omprehensive insurance package for all
group members (full details available on
request)
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re-tour confirmation/information pack
for group leaders, comprising:
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onfirmation letter and invoice
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ersonalised itinerary with dates, times
and travel arrangements
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hecklist, advice, safety information
and notes for your group
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elevant forms for completion
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ourist information on the areas
you have chosen to visit including
an appropriate guide book where
available
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rogramme research and itinerary
booking service.
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ecurity of ABTA bonding.
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4 hour emergency helpline.
What is EXCLUDED?
Packed lunches (unless otherwise
specified). These can usually be
pre-ordered - prices on request.
Meals on route.
Drinks with meals at your centre
(except for breakfast).
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ertain facilities/activities at your centre contact us for full details and prices.
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ollective/individual passport fees.
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dmission charges to places of interest.
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ersonal expenditure.
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ny contingency fund.
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CALAIS ET
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LE TOU
CALAIS PLAGE
Éthic Étapes
Centre Européen de Séjour
Calais: Calais is an interesting
combination of old and new. The
flamboyant Town Hall, completed in 1925,
is fronted by Rodin’s famous statue of the
Six Burghers of Calais. The colourful past
of Calais can still be seen in landmarks
such as the Watch Tower and the church
tower of Notre Dame. Not to be missed
are three fascinating museums – the War
Museum, the Fine Arts Museum and the
contemporary International City of Lace
and Fashion Museum. In addition, a large
variety of shopping opportunities and a
fine public beach ensure that Calais will
always remain a popular choice.
Le Touquet: An attractive seaside resort,
Le Touquet, nicknamed “Paris-Plage”
(Paris-by-the-Sea), was built in the 1920’s
when it was a popular destination for
wealthy Parisiens and the British
aristocracy. Today, Le Touquet is still very
appealing with elegant architecture, vast
green areas, interesting shops and a fine
sandy beach. Aqualud, the water
adventure park by the beach, adds to
Le Touquet’s many attractions.
Courtesy of information france.com - Boulogne Old Town
How to Book...
The Opal Coast provides
the perfect opportunity for
school groups to experience a
genuine French atmosphere with
short journey times and a wide
range of excursion possibilities.
Le Blanc Nez MDLF/R-Cast
personal, professional and reliable service.
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Extremely competitive prices.
Executive coaches with reclining seats,
seat-belts, DVD player and toilet.
Experienced, co-operative and friendly drivers.
Single or twin rooms for staff at no extra cost
(subject to availability).
Minimum pupil numbers of only 24.
Financial security with full ABTA bonding.
THE OPAL COAST
Description: Modern, purpose-built centre.
Location: 800 m from the town centre and
50 m from the beach.
Capacity: 162
Rooms for pupils: Mostly 2 beds; Shower
& WC shared by every 2 rooms.
Facilities: Library, games room, pool, tablefootball, bar, TV, WiFi access. Meetings
rooms – supplement payable.
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POPULTIONS
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ATTRA
Boulogne Old Town
Nausicaa Sea Life Centre
Becasuc Sweet Factory
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aint Omer
L a Coupole - History Centre
& 3D Planetarium
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t Joseph Village
Montreuil-sur-Mer - medieval town
Chocolaterie de Beussent
Boulangerie Le Fournil
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scargot Mon Ami Snail Farm Wierre Effroy
L es Escargots du Bocage Snail Farm Airon-St-Vaast
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rc International Glassware & Factory Tours
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gincourt Medieval History Centre
LE TOUQUET
Hotel Résidence Hippotel
Description: Large, modern hotel set in
spacious grounds in residential/forest area.
Location: 1 km from town, 2 kms from the
beach.
Capacity: 300
Rooms for pupils: 4 to 6 beds; All with
shower and WC.
Facilities: Reception/games area with pool
table and table football. Free internet
access. Municipal play area 5 minutes
walk from hotel.
SAINT-OMER
SHORT BREAKS TO EUROPE
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&
Minimum length of tour:
3 days / 2 nights
Full Board Staff free 1:8
Channel Crossing:
Dover – Calais by ferry or
Folkestone – Calais by shuttle
Approximate journey time from Calais:
Calais plage 10 mins;
Le Touquet 1¼ hrs
Prices from:
Éthic Étapes - Centre Européen de Séjour
£185 per pupil (40-47 paying)
Additional nights £70 per pupil
Hotel Résidence Hippotel
Packed lunches included
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FRANCE
NORMANDY
ATION
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NORMA
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Seine Maritime - Dieppe Domaine les Roches
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calvados - Espins La Grange d’Espins
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Orne - St Fraimbault Gîte de Bellevue
Le Mont St Michel
An area of great historical
importance together with
fascinating towns, charming
villages, picturesque harbours and
sandy beaches - an extremely
popular choice for school groups.
ACCOMMODATION CENTRES
01Dieppe Domaine les Roches
02Espins La Grange d’Espins
03St Fraimbault Gîte de Bellevue
04Bernières-sur-Mer La Closerie des Djinns
05St. Aubin du Perron Château du Perron
06Asnelles-sur-Mer Les Tourelles
07Merville-Franceville Bon Séjour
©Maison de Claude Monet et g+®ranium
Dieppe
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Cherbourg
Le Havre
Bayeux
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Coutances
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la manche - St. Aubin du Perron Château du Perron
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CALVADOS - Asnelles-sur-Mer Les Tourelles
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calvados - Merville-Franceville Bon Séjour
River Seine
Caen
Saint-Lô
Giverny
Lisieux
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Thury-Harcourt
Falaise
Évreux
Bagnoles-de-L’orne
Le Mont-Saint-Michel
Alençon
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POPULTIONS
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ATTRA
World War II Visits:
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he Landing Museum and 360
Cinema, Airborne Museum,
Sainte-Mere-Eglise.
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attle of Normandy Memorial Museum
Caen Memorial Centre.
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egasus Memorial Museum, Ranville,
Omaha Beach Memorial Museum.
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verlord Museum, Omaha Beach.
Interesting Towns and Cities:
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ieppe: Attractive and lively port with
Cité de la Mer Museum.
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agnoles-de-l’Orne: beautiful lakeside
resort.
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ouen: Historic city with magnificent
cathedral, one-handed clock, Joan of Arc
museum and tourist train.
Honfleur: Picturesque harbour.
Historical Sites:
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laude Monet’s House & Gardens Giverny, Le Mont St Michel.
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amous tapestry in Bayeux, William the
Conqueror’s Castle - Falaise.
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bbaye-aux-Hommes and Abbaye-auxDames - Caen.
Fun and Pleasure VISITS:
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offee, chocolate & biscuit manufacturers
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hoice of cheese farms, Choice of
Calvados producers.
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ater Parks at Thury-Harcourt and
Flers,
Festyland Amusement Park.
American Cemetery © OT Bayeux – Bessin
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Description: Renovated and converted old village school. Single school occupancy.
Location: Traditional rural village, 13 kms from the medieval town of Domfront.
Capacity: 50
Rooms for pupils: 2-5 beds; All with washbasin, shower and WC.
Facilities: Extensive grounds with football pitch and basketball court. Meeting room. TV, CD,
DVD and video player. Boules pitch in village.
Optional Activities at extra charge: Cookery demonstration with student participation;
French language course, crêpe-making, town quiz with prizes – pre-booking essential.
calvados - Bernières-sur-Mer La Closerie des Djinns
Honfleur
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Description: Former 16th century priory set in extensive grounds.
Location: Small rural village, 5 kms from Thury Harcourt, 20 kms from Caen
Capacity: Grand Gîte: 40 persons in rooms of 2-4 beds; most with shower, some with WC,
ample shared facilities.
Small Gîte (adjoins Grand Gîte): 8 persons in rooms of 2-3 beds with shared facilities.
New Gîte: 30 persons in superior rooms of 4-6 beds with private bathroom.
Facilities: Football pitch and volleyball court, meeting room.
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Rouen
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Description: Impressive building set in own grounds.
Location: 5 mins walk from the centre of Dieppe.
Capacity: 72
Rooms for pupils: 2 to 4 beds; All with washbasin, shower and WC.
Facilities: Activity room with TV/DVD and CD player, classroom allocated to each group,
table-tennis, volley-ball, badminton.
Description: Attractive centre in convenient location
Location: Private grounds in village centre, short walk from beach
Capacity: 100
Rooms for pupils: 4-5 beds; All with washbasin, shower and WC.
Facilities: Meeting/relaxation room, TV room, table-tennis, volley-ball, boules, disco on request.
Description: Delightful 19th century Château set in 100 acre parkland area. Single school occupancy.
Location: Near Coutances
Capacity: 52
Rooms for pupils: 3 to 8 beds; Many rooms with bath/shower and WC.
Facilities: 3 reception rooms, TV, Video, karaoke, table football, pool. Football pitch and
volleyball area. Indoor treasure hunts and discos can be arranged on request.
Description: Three attractive chalet-type buildings in the gardens of Les Tourelles Manor House
with direct access to the beach.
Location: In the small village of Asnelles-sur-Mer, 2 kms from Arromanches and ideally situated
for visits to D-Day landing beaches.
Capacity: 165
Rooms for Pupils: 2-4 beds; All with washbasin, shower and WC.
Facilities: Meeting rooms. Large relaxation room. Dining room with views of Mulberry harbour.
Free WiFi, outdoor games area. Disco on request – supplement payable. Heated outdoor
swimming pool - pre-booking essential. Supplement payable for lifeguard.
Description: Superb centre with direct access to the beach.
Location: Near to Cabourg. Capacity: 230
Rooms for pupils: Mostly 4 beds; All with washbasin, shower, WC & TV.
Facilities: Meeting rooms, leisure and games areas, pool table, table football, beach games,
table-tennis, entertainment every evening, Free Wi-fi for teachers. Mini golf and tennis –
small charge. Heated outdoor swimming pool – pre-booking essential.
Supplement payable for lifeguard.
BAYEUX TAPESTRY
EL
TRAVE
NOT SES
& PRIC
3 days / 2 nights
Full Board Staff free 1:8
Channel Crossing:
Dover - Calais by ferry or
Folkestone - Calais by shuttle
Dieppe 3 hrs
Prices from:
Domaine les Roches 01
Packed lunches included
3 days / 2 nights
Half Board Staff free 1:8
Channel Crossing:
Brittany ferry crossings:
Portsmouth – Caen or Cherbourg
Approximate journey time from Caen:
Espins ¾ hr; Bernières-sur-Mer ¾ hr;
St Fraimbault 2 hrs; St Aubin du Perron
2 hrs; Asnelles-sur-Mer ¾ hr;
Merville-Franceville ½ hr
Approximate journey time from Cherbourg:
Espins 2½ hrs; Bernières-sur-Mer 2¼ hrs;
St Fraimbault 3 hrs; St. Aubin du Perron
1¼ hrs; Asnelles-sur-Mer 2 hrs;
Merville-Franceville 2½ hrs
Prices From:
La Grange d’Espins* 02
Gîte de Bellevue* 03
La Closerie des Djinns* 04
Château du Perron* 05
Les Tourelles and Bon Séjour* 06 & 07
*Packed lunches available at extra charge
Maximum length of stay:
5 days / 4 nights
Honfleur Éric Bénard/CRT Normandie
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FRANCE
FRANCE
THE LOIRE VALLEY
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THE LOEY
L
VAL
With more than 40 million
visitors since it opened,
Futuroscope is one of the
best-known and best-loved
theme parks in France.
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Château Chambord
© Maison de la France: Nicole LejeuneR
It is the ideal place where pupils
can learn whilst having fun…
In a 60 hectares area, they can
discover 25 unique experiences
they won’t find anywhere else…
The spectacular theatres inside
Futuroscope are gigantic
sculptures and their futuristic
lines blend in smoothly with
the surrounding landscape….
Make 2016, a year of unique
educational experiences, and also
amazing shows for your group!
ANGERS
Éthic Étapes Jean Monnet
Éthic Étapes Lac de Maine
Description: Modern, well equipped centre
in convenient location.
Location: In the town of Romorantin,
capital of the Sologne region.
Capacity: 166
washbasin, shower and WC.
Facilities: Well-equipped meeting rooms/
classrooms. Recreation room with internet
access, table-football, billiards and bar.
Lounge with TV and internet access.
Ample space outdoors for football,
basketball, volleyball, boules and tabletennis. Attractive patio area. Evening
entertainment on request – karaoke, dance
party – supplement payable.
Description: Youth centre in an area of
exceptional beauty.
Location: 5 minutes from town of Angers,
near the Lac de Maine.
Capacity: 155
shower and washbasin, some with WC.
Facilities: Relaxation room, TV/DVD
lounge, internet access, games room,
meeting rooms (supplement payable),
table-football, billiards, table-tennis, tennis,
basketball, football pitch, volleyball court,
small golf course. Disco on request –
supplement payable, Swimming in lake
(lifeguards May to September)
Windsurfing on lake –
supplement payable.
© L. de Serres
ROMORANTIN
CLOS LUCE
© Alexander Demyanenko
Chateau de Saumur, Loire Valley, France
Renowned for its châteaux, regal
symbols of a bygone era, the lush
valley of the Loire is rich in both
history and architecture.
Highlights include:
The Time Machine – An incredible journey back in time with the Raving Rabbids!
Hubble Mission – This 3D adventure propels young audiences out to the Hubble Space Telescope to
join the crew of the space shuttle Atlantis on a high-stakes repair mission.
Aerobar – The Aerobar lifts twelve lucky guests 115 foot in the air with drink (and snack) in hand to have
12 minutes of spectacular views over the Park. An utterly breathtaking experience!
Arthur 4D – Shrink and become a Minimoy, climb onto your flying ladybuggy and join Arthur in a hairraising race around the fairy-tale world of the Minimoys. This attraction received the 2011 THEA award
for ‘Outstanding Achievement’!
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Angers - Ancient capital of Anjou
erra Botanica, Anjou –
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Experience great plant adventure
Saumur – Fairytale Chateau, Mushroom
Museum & Sparkling Wine Cellars
Sparkling Wine Caves - Monmousseau
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FUTUROSCOPE
Blois, Royal Chateau & House of Magic
Chateau Royal de Chambord
Parc Leonardo Da Vinci
Troglodyte Village of Rochemeiner
Troglodyte Zoo de Doue
Aquarium du val de Loire
Abbaye de Fontevraud
Chocolat Vauche & Bigot Patissier
Chocolatier
Futuroscope Theme Park near Poitiers
4 days / 3 nights
Channel Crossing:
Romantin 7½ hrs; Angers 8 hrs
Prices from:
Éthic Étapes Jean Monnet*
Éthic Étapes Lac de Maine*
* Packed lunches available
at extra charge
Hotel du Parc
Poitiers
Hotel Jules Verne
Poitiers
HOTEL DU
FUTUROSCOPE
Description:
Friendly, 1-star hotel.
Location: 8 minutes walk from
Futuroscope.
Capacity: 669
Rooms for Pupils:
Mostly 5 beds; All with
shower/WC and TV.
Facilities: Foyer with drinks/
snack machines. Games
and pool table at Les
Pirates.
Meals: Continental
breakfast and evening
meals (all-you-can-eat
buffet) are taken at the
nearby Les Pirates
restaurant. Lunch on the
first day of your visit is
taken at a cafeteria or
fast-food restaurant in
Futuroscope
Description:
Comfortable, 2-star hotel.
Location: 8 minutes walk from
Futuroscope.
Capacity: 425
Rooms for Pupils:
3-4 beds; All with shower/
WC and TV.
Facilities: Free WiFi, pool
table and gift shop.
Meals: Continental
breakfast and evening
meals (all-you-can-eat
buffet) are taken at the
nearby Les Pirates
restaurant. Lunch on the
first day of your visit is
taken at a cafeteria or fastfood restaurant in
Futuroscope
Description:
Fully renovated, 1 star.
Location: Footbridge straight
to Futuroscope Theme Park.
Capacity: 700
Rooms for Pupils:
Rooms for 1 to 5, some
with bunk beds. Shower /
WC and TV.
Facilities: Free WiFi, snack
area in Reception Lobby.
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4 days / 3 nights
plus lunch on the first day of your
visit at a cafeteria in Futuroscope
Channel Crossing:
8½ hrs
A guide will be allocated to your group
on the first day of your visit.
Free discovery packs on various subjects
available for group leaders on request.
Alternatively, during part of your second
day, you may wish to choose one of the
following optional excursions:
Guided walking tour of Poitiers, the “town
of 100 bells” with a rich architectural
heritage.
La Vallée des Singes (Monkey Valley),
over 350 free-roaming monkeys.
Les Géants du Ciel (Giants of the Sky),
birds from around the world.
A visit to the Abbaye de Fontevraud,
the largest monastic city in France.
Prices from:
Hotel du Parc
Hotel Jules Verne
Packed lunches on subsequent days
available at extra charge. Optional
excursions are not included in
the above prices.
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Éthic Étapes CIS Le Bois du Lys
Description: Purpose-built youth centre,
close to Paris.
Location: in the centre of Aubervilliers,
within walking distance from the Cité des
Sciences and Stade de France.
Capacity: 194
Rooms for Pupils: 2-4 beds; All with shower
and WC.
Facilities: Meeting rooms with audio-visual
equipment - supplement payable. WiFi
access – supplement payable. Occasional
video, disco and indoor games evenings.
Private disco evenings - supplement payable,
pre-booking essential. Outdoor table-tennis.
Heated swimming pool nearby (small charge).
Description: Popular international youth
centre in a woodland park.
Location: Dammerie-les-Lys, 50 kms
south-east of Paris, near to Fontainebleau.
Capacity: 160
Rooms for Pupils: 2-4 beds; All with
shower and WC.
Facilities: Bar area with table-football, pool
table and TV. Meeting rooms – supplement
payable. Football pitch, basketball,
volleyball and tennis court. Outdoor
swimming pool (June to September,
subject to availability). Free disco evenings
may be arranged. Free WiFi access.
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Arc de Triomphe
Cathedral of Notre Dame
Sacre-Coeur Basilica
The Montparnasse Tower
Montmarte Chamos-Elysees
Place du Tertre
Place de la Concorde
Place des Vosges
Musee du Louvre
Musee Picasso
Musee d’Orsay
Musee Carnavalet
Musee Jacquemart-Andre
Grevin Waxworks Museum
Centre Georges Pompidou
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Paris © Paris Tourist Office - Photographer Amélie Dupont
©Stade de France® - Macary, Zublena et Regembal, Costantini
Architects, ADAGP - Paris - 2005 - Lionel Tuchband
Lively, elegant and sophisticated,
Paris is an outstanding destination
for school groups.
The perfect choice for art, culture,
fashion and of course, pure
enjoyment.
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Les Etoiles des Rex, Art Deco Cinema
Bateaux Parisiens Seine Boat Trips
Aquaboulevard
Stade de France
Football Stadium
Air & Space Museum, Le Bourget
Parc de Thoiry Wildlife Park
C
hateau de Breteuil, take a trip through
history & fantasy
C
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Museum
Parc Asterix *
Disneyland Paris *
*Tickets can be purchased through
Dragons International
Éthic Étapes Résidence
Internationale de Paris
Description: Attractive, spacious and
modern accommodation offering an
exceptional welcome to school groups.
Ample coach parking.
Location: In a quiet side street in the east
of Paris, close to the Cité des Sciences.
Capacity: 297
Rooms for Pupils: 2-4 beds; All with
shower and WC, TV and telephone
Facilities: TV lounge. Well-equipped meeting
rooms - supplement payable. Wifi access small charge. Within ½ km from this centre,
there are facilities to play football, basketball,
volleyball and tennis.
FIAP Jean Monnet
Description: Well-equipped centre,
conveniently located
Location: Paris centre, near Latin quarter.
Capacity: 500 beds (200 rooms)
shower, WC and telephone.
Facilities: TV lounges, internet room.
Meeting rooms with audio-visual
equipment - supplement payable.
Exclusive disco for Fiap guests on
some evenings. Bar with garden terrace.
Table-tennis.
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Channel Crossing:
Aubervilliers 4 hrs;
Dammerie-les-Lys 5 hrs; Paris 4½ hrs
Prices from:
Éthic Étapes Eugène Hénaff*
Éthic Étapes CIS Le Bois du Lys*
Éthic Étapes Résidence
Internationale de Paris*
Fiap Jean Monnet*
* Packed lunches available
at extra charge
Children on the 56th floor of Tour Montparnasse
PARIS
Paris © Paris Tourist Office - Photographer © Jair Lanes Eiffel tower
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FRANCE
DISNEYLAND® PARIS
Disneyland
PARIS
A Magical Dream Destination
PARC
ASTÉRIX
The most Gallic of Theme Parks
© Disney/Pixar
Imagine a land where
the wonderful world of
Disney comes alive.
Imagine a Disneyland® Park,
where make believe is real.
Right in the heart of the forest and only
about 30 kilometres from Paris, Parc Astérix
offers high quality entertainment for all
the family, a tried and tested formula since
1989 by thousands of indomitable visitors
looking for thrills, fun and adventure.
provides teachers with everything they
need to organise a trip to the Resort.
The site features workbooks to download
aimed at 12-14 year olds (Key Stage 3) and
which are easily modifiable for younger
students.
The workbooks contain projects covering
a range of subjects; Art and Design,
Design and Technology, ICT, Music,
Physical Education and Science.
Modern Foreign Languages are also
featured and include whiteboard-friendly
video clips, where students can ‘virtually’
visit Disneyland® Paris with the help of
Disney Cast Members fluent in French,
German and Spanish.
Each workbook provides pre-visit
work, in-Resort learning and post
visit assessment support.
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Parc Astérix:
an explosive mix!
© Disney
Welcome to
Disney has developed a
website to make school trips
to Disneyland® Paris a truly
educational experience!
The only remaining place in
France where the true “Gallic
spirit” prevails. Here, humour,
daring and fun set the tempo.
WELCOME TO PARC
ASTERIX!
And Walt Disney Studios®
Park, where the magic
of Disney meets the
magic of cinema.
A holiday
destination
like no other!
PARC ASTÉRIX
Disneyland® Park
Walt Disney Studios® Park
Dream with your eyes open.
Welcome to the Walt Disney Studios
Park…Where it’s Lights! Camera! 3600
Magic! Everywhere! All the time!
In a magical kingdom not so far away, classic
Disney heroes and heroines live once upon a
time in fairytales that are, happily never
ending.
Welcome to the storybook world of
Disneyland Park.
Where enchantment lives.
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Description: 3-star hotel with attractive
architectural style.
Location: 8 minutes drive to the Disney®
Parks. Free Shuttle Bus at regular intervals.
Capacity: 1000
shower/bath and WC, air-conditioning; TV,
telephone, free wireless internet connection
and hairdryer.
Facilities: Lounge area, TV corner, Disney
Shop. Meeting rooms and video games
corner - supplement payable.
Meals: Decorated in the style of the local
region, “Le Marché Gourmand” restaurant
offers a hot buffet breakfast and tasty
buffet dinner.
Step through the Studios Gates and let
your imagination soar. Time to immerse
yourself in the never-ending, always
fascinating world of movies, animation and
television. Four Zones. One single focus:
Entertainment!
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Channel Crossing:
4½ hrs
Prices from:
Packed lunches available
at extra charge.
The above prices do not include
entrance charges.
Tickets for Disneyland Park® and Walt Disney
Studios® Park can be purchased through us,
including one-day hopper tickets which allow
entrance to both Disney Parks.
Optional extras on request:
packed lunches, meal coupons
and tickets for Buffalo Bill’s
Wild West Show with Mickey
and Friends.
36 original attractions full of adrenaline,
fun, laughter, and adventure!
Unique shows bringing together skilled
actors, technical prowess and humour, not
forgetting what sets us apart, the Gallic
characters at the heart of the village and
our incredible dolphins with tricks to amaze
all the family. All of this is put together
in themed worlds packed with Gallic
humour, transporting visitors right to the
heart of the comic book.
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From Prehistoric times to the 19th century,
taking in the Roman Empire, Ancient
Greece and Egypt, Parc Astérix offers a fun,
audacious panorama of history.
Astérix remains your guide during this
incredible adventure during which he invites
visitors to meet in turn a wide range of
heroes who each made their mark on history:
Roman legionaries, the great Caesar, Zeus,
Icarus and the Hydra of Lerne, Marcel the
intrepid painter in love with the Mona Lisa,
not forgetting the Gauls and the Egyptians.
Without losing their sense of humour
or ability to laugh at themselves, visitors
experience here what they cannot find
elsewhere: the true essence of Gallic spirit.
So come along to Parc Astérix to
share this culture and to experience
tailor-made adventures!
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Description: Nestling in the heart of the
forest right on the edge of Parc Astérix, this
comfortable 3-star hotel welcomes your
school group to a rejuvenating and unique
experience.
Location: Your forest hideaway has direct
and exclusive access to Parc Astérix by
means of a pleasant short walk
Capacity: 400
Rooms: 4 beds (2 twins, 2 bunk beds).
All with shower/bath/WC and TV.
Facilities: Cosy lounge area, pool table and
library. Large outdoor terrace. Free WIFI
throughout the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast (buffet) and dinner
are taken in the hotel restaurant.
3 days / 2 nights
Channel Crossing:
Approximate journey time
from Calais:
3½ hrs
Prices from:
Prices include packed lunch on your
day in the park.
Additional packed lunches available
at extra charge.
These prices are currently valid for
school groups arriving between
Sunday and Wednesday.
2016 opening dates and times
to be confirmed.
General Excursions: Depending on your
location and itinerary, we may be able to
incorporate a variety of interesting optional
excursions on your travel days.
Extended Day Trips:
For those groups with less time available,
we offer extended day trips involving
overnight travel in both directions.
Hôtel des Trois Hiboux
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An opportunity to bring history alive in an interesting and memorable visit. We offer
combination of visits to both countries. A customised itinerary will be prepared to suit your group’s own
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a flexible programme visiting France or Belgium or a longer stay with a
particular requirements and any necessary advance bookings will be made.
Peace Village Ypres
Christmas Truce
Memorial
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Tyne Cot Cemetery
Historial de la Grande
Guerre: In 1916, one of
the most terrible battles
of the First World War
took place in the
Somme. It was
undoubtedly the conflict in which the largest
number of armies of different nationalities
participated. The Historial gives an insight
into the vastness of this war, its effect on the
world and its political, social and cultural
dimensions. This trilingual museum
compares the experiences of the major
participants in the war.
Delville Wood and the South African
Memorial and Museum at Longueval:
The capture of Delville Wood, essential to
any further advance eastwards, was
assigned to the South Africans. Their
experience was an unimaginable
nightmare; only 143 men from the 3,200
who launched the attack came out of the
wood unscathed. The memorial is set in a
park of oak trees grown from acorns from
South Africa.
Thiepval, the British Memorial to the
Missing: In 1932 the British Government
decided to build the great Somme memorial.
This imposing monument, 45 metres high
and visible for many miles around,
commemorates more than 73,367 British
and South African men who have no known
grave.
Ulster Tower:
The Ulster Tower is a
memorial to the men of
the 36th Ulster Division.
It marks the site against
which the men of Ulster
advanced on 1st July
1916.
Newfoundland Park: The national war
memorial of Newfoundland was built here in
memory of their volunteer army. From a
vantage point on top of the Caribou mound,
the entire battlefield is visible and the trench
system can be understood.
Lochnagar Crater at La Boisselle:
This immense crater, measuring 100 metres
across and 30 metres deep, is the remains of
a series of explosions that occurred on 1st
July 1916.
Accrington Pals Memorial, Serre:
This Memorial was erected in 1980 in the
Sheffield Memorial Park, just behind one of
the trenches from where the Accrington Pals
advanced on 1st July 1916. It is made from
Accrington brick and the ruined wall
symbolises the ruined village of Serre.
Albert: Well-known in the nineteenth century
as an industrial centre with a rich historial
past. Albert had 7,343 inhabitants in 1914.
The town was subjected to ceaseless
bombardment and by January 1919, the total
number of inhabitants was 120. In the former
shelters beneath the centre of Albert the
“Somme 1916” museum presents realistic
scenes from the trench warfare of 1916.
Vimy Ridge: Although
not part of the Somme
proper, the victory at
Vimy Ridge was a
turning point for the
Allied forces. The Vimy
Memorial is a monument
to all Canadians who
died or risked their lives
for freedom and peace
in the First World War.
NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR PRICE: ADMISSION
CHARGES WHERE APPLICABLE. THE SERVICES OF A
BATTLEFIELDS TOUR GUIDE IF REQUIRED.
General Excursions:
Depending on your location and itinerary, these may be incorporated into your
programme on your travel days:
Arras with its monumental squares, cathedral
St. Vaast Abbey, Town Hall
Belfry and underground passages including Wellington Quarry
Cité Nature, cultural and scientific centre
La Coupole, History Centre and 3D Planetarium
Boulogne, old town and port
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Holiday Inn EXPRESS ARRAS
Description: Modern 3-star hotel with
excellent facilities.
Location: Arras Centre, 5 minutes walk
from the main squares.
Capacity: 149
Rooms for pupils: 2-3 beds; All with
shower and WC, hairdryer, flat-screen TV,
telephone and internet access
Facilities: Large reception/lounge area
with flat screen TV and pool table (small
charge). Attractive terrace bar. Meeting
rooms with overhead projector and flip
charts. Free WiFi.
Breakfast: Continental buffet in hotel
Evening Meal: Typical French food in
restaurant “Le Carnot” or “Le PasseTemps” opposite hotel.
CHRISTMAs MARKETS Visit
the entertaining Christmas
market of Lille, the largest
in Northern France.
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Channel Crossing:
1½ hrs
Prices from:
at extra charge.
Spend an extra day in the Somme
area or explore further afield in
the Ypres Salient
New Optional Extra: a fully-experienced Battlefield Guide to accompany your tour
THE MENIN GATE
In Flanders Fields Museum, Ypres:
The renovated In Flanders Fields Museum,
located in the Cloth Hall, confronts the visitor
with the consequences of the Great War. The In
Flanders Fields Museum has always emphasized
the personal stories in the larger story of a conflict
that co-defined the history of the world. Besides
hundreds of authentic objects and images that
are presented in an innovative and experienceorientated layout, there is attention for the story
of the ‘ordinary people’ in the new museum too.
To increase the experience even more, every
visitor receives a personal ‘poppy’ bracelet on
arrival. The microchip in the bracelet
automatically sets the language choice and
enables the visitor to discover 4 personal stories
throughout the permanent exhibition. The new
scenography of the museum gives a lot of
attention to the current landscape as one of the
last tangible witnesses of the war history.
The Menin Gate: The famous British war
memorial of the First World War and by far the
most important edifice in Ypres to the British
visitor. Designed by Sir Reginald Blomfield, the
names of 54,896 missing soldiers are engraved
on its walls. Every evening since 1928, the Last
Post has been sounded beneath its imposing
arches. Your group may wish to stay for the Last
Post in which case a packed lunch would be
provided instead of dinner on that day.
Canadian Forces Memorial at St. Julien: This
was erected in remembrance of the 3,000 dead
soldiers of the first Canadian Division who fell
during the counter-attack after the German gas
attack of April 1915.
The Platoon Experience - the Road to
Passchendaele: A unique programme where your
group puts itself in the position of an Australian
platoon in 1917 following the bloody track to Tyne
Cot Cemetery. Your day includes a guided tour in
the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917; a hot
“Tommy Tucker” meal; personal stories to
experience; battlefield walk in authentic kit; guided
tour at Tyne Cot Cemetery and educational
support by one or two guides.
Passchendaele and Tyne Cot: The village of
Passchendaele gave its name to one of the most
gruelling battles of the Great War. Many of those
who died in 1916 fighting to capture the village
are buried in the nearby Tyne Cot cemetery, the
largest Commonwealth war cemetery in the
world. In the Memorial Museum 1917,
completely renovated in 2013, visitors are given
an overview of the five battles of Ypres by means
of authentic material and artefacts. A new wing,
entirely dedicated to the Battle of Paschendaele,
focuses on the contributions of the different
Commonwealth nations involved in the battle
with an outdoor trench experience and
remembrance gallery.
Essex Farm Cemetery: On the bank of the canal
you can see the impressive memorial column of
the 49th West Riding Division. During the war,
Essex Farm was used as an Advanced Dressing
Station, an important aid station of the Field
Ambulances. It was here, in one of the bombproof dug-outs, that the Canadian doctor, John
McCrae, wrote the famous poem “In Flanders
Fields the poppies blow”.
German Cemetery at Langemark: The four
figures of the Munich sculptor, Emil Krieger, add
an interesting touch to this rather foreboding
cemetery of 44,061 German soldiers.
Sanctuary Wood Museum: This museum
contains a wealth of war relics. A piece of
authentic war landscape was conserved here with
trenches, craters, vaulted passages and weapons.
Talbot House, Poperinge: In the heart of the
bustling town of Poperinge, the Army chaplains,
Philip Clayton (known as Tubby) and Neville
Talbot opened an “Every Man’s Club” on 11th
December 1915, where soldiers of all ranks could
come to regain physical and mental strength. The
inspired way in which Tubby ran his ‘home from
home’ turned Talbot House, or ‘Toc H’, into the
best-known soldiers’ club of the British army. An
audio-visual staging of a Concert Party in the
newly-restored Concert Hall entertains today’s
visitors and they can also see the hop store, bathhouse and garden.
NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR PRICE: ADMISSION CHARGES WHERE APPLICABLE.
THE SERVICES OF A BATTLEFIELDS TOUR GUIDE IF REQUIRED.
General Excursions:
Depending on your location and itinerary, these may be incorporated into your programme
on your travel days:
Medieval City of Bruges
Bellewaerde Adventure Theme Park in Ypres
The Battle of Dunkirk and Operation Dynamo, World War II Museum in Dunkirk
The Ultimate Shopping Centre at the mouth of the Channel Tunnel
please contact us on 01785 224420 for details and prices
PEACE VILLAGE, YPRES
Description: Very recent purpose-built
hostel with 40 small ‘houses’.
Location: Messines, 10 minutes from the
Ypres Market Square or the Menin Gate.
Rooms for Pupils: 24 bedded duplex
bedrooms (some exceptions have 6 beds)
with separate bathroom & WC, living
room with comfy seats and desk.
Facilities: Evening activities on site, free
WI FI, bar, conference room, two football
fields, netball, camp fire, ping-pong, pool
table, table football, board games, library,
live sports, karaoke, basketball, disco
(payable – pre booking essential).
the atmospheric Christmas
market at Ostend with its
open air ice rink.
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Approximate journey time:
From Calais: 1½ hrs From Dunkirk: 1hr
Prices from:
at extra charge.
Spend an extra day in the Ypres
Salient area or explore further
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BELGIUM
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OSTEND
An excellent choice for school groups of all ages. Belgium is packed with history, culture and charm. Historic medieval cities, busy harbours,
clean sandy beaches and charming seaside resorts are just some of the many reasons for visiting this delightful, friendly country.
The Grand-Place and Brussels
Town Hall Cathedral of Saints Michel
and Gudule Royal Palace Royal
Museums of Fine Art Belgium Comic
Strip Centre Moof, Museum of Original
Figurines, dedicated to the heroes of comic
strip Sablon Antiques Market Autoworld
Car Museum Musical Instruments Museum
Museum of Natural Sciences National
Bank of Belgium Museum The European
Parliament and fantastic new visitors centre,
The Parlamentarium Magritte Museum
Bozar, a Victor Horta building and centre for
culture and art Planète Chocolat Brussels
on Stage, Discover the Legend
Of Brussels in a Sound and Light Show The
Atomium, unique symbol of Brussels
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© Tourism Flanders
CHRISTMAs MARKETS
Visit the Winter
Wonderland of Brussels
Christmas market.
3 days / 2 nights
Channel Crossing:
Prices from:
Packed lunches available at an
extra charge
the atmospheric Christmas
market at Ostend with its
open air ice rink.
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Ostend City Museum,
recounting the history of Ostend
using the latest techniques Leopold
Park and its Famous Floral Clock
Museum of Modern Art Museum of Fine
Arts Royal Galleries Three-master
Sailing Ship Mercator Amandine
Interactive Fishing Museum Equestrian
Statue of Leopold II Seamen’s Memorial
North Sea Aquarium Fort Napoleon
HMS Vindictive, now partially restored
Earth Explorer Domain Raversijde,
comprising the Atlantic Wall Museum,
Prince Charles’ Memorial and
Walraversijde, with reconstructed medieval
fishermens’ homes
© BRUGES TourisM
Magnificently laid out parks and lively
pedestrian shopping streets add to its
attractions. Culture lovers will enjoy the
prestigious Provincial Museum of Modern
Art and the Museum of Fine Arts. The
impressively restored Fort Napoleon is the
most important monument from
Napoleonic times in Flanders. For
hands-on activities, discover Earth
Explorer, an adventurous journey through
the four natural forces of earth, air, fire
and water. Ostend is ideally located for
excursions to most of the cities and
attractions of major interest in
Belgium.
OSTEND ICE RINK © Tourism Flanders
Any visit should start with a stroll around
the Grand Place, a magnificent cobbled
square with its flamboyant architecture,
lively cafés, chocolate shops and, of
course, its cheeky Mannekin Pis statue. In
the Royal Quarter, marvel at the Cathedral
of Saints Michel and Gudule and the
delightful Parc de Bruxelles which is
overlooked by the Belgian Parliament. At
the southern end of the park lies the
impressive Royal Palace. For the most
amazing view, a trip to the top of the
Atomium is not to be missed.
IN AND AROUND ANTWERP: Historic City
Centre Rubens’ House Cathedral of
Our Lady MAS – Museum on the Water
Diamond Museum Antwerp Zoo
Aquatopia, Sealife Centre
IN AND AROUND YPRES: Cloth Hall and
Belfry In Flanders Fields Museum with new
Knowledge Centre and Café Town Hall
St Martin’s Cathedral St George’s
Memorial Church Menin Gate
Bellewaerde Park, Adventure Theme Park
Description: Stylish 2-star hotel offering an
excellent service.
Location: Ostend town centre, 150 m from
the beach.
Capacity: 160
Rooms for Pupils: 2-6 beds; All with bath
or shower and WC, TV and telephone.
Facilities: Quizzes may be arranged in
advance. Disco on request –
supplement payable,
pre-booking essential.
Belgium’s premier sea resort has
much to offer. With miles of wide,
sandy beaches and an attractive,
sea-front promenade, Ostend is a
very popular choice for school
groups.
CITIES and MAJOR ATTRACTIONS
Grand Place
Brussels Grand Place at Christmas © Tourism Flanders EL VOLADOR AT BELLEWAERDE PARK
© BELLEWAERDE PARK
The capital of the EU is a
sophisticated city, rich in history,
with a lively, friendly atmosphere.
Description: “Star” facilities for Dragons’
groups in modern, comfortable youth
hostel
Location: Central location, approximately
10 minutes walk from the Grand Place
Capacity: 90
Rooms for Pupils: 2-3 beds; All with bath
or shower, WC, TV and fridge.
Facilities: TV room with internet access,
pool table and table football, Zinneke bar
with dance floor and karaoke. Pleasant
outdoor terrace. Meeting rooms with TV,
video, CD player and flip charts –
supplement payable
HOTEL ALBERT II
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Sleep Well Star
Part of the Comic Strip Trail
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CITIES and MAJOR ATTRACTIONS
IN AND AROUND GHENT:
St Bavo’s Cathedral St Nicholas’ Church
The Belfry The Graslei and Guildhouses
St Michael’s Bridge Castle of The Counts
Museum of Contemporary Art Museum of
Fine Arts Museum For Industrial Archaeology
and Textiles Design Museum Ghent
Illuseum, The World of Optical Illusions
IN AND AROUND BRUGES:
The Belfry Gothic City Hall Basilica of
The Holy Blood Church of Our Lady
Historium, experience the magic of the
Middle Ages in Bruges The Lace Centre
Museum of Folklore Groeninge Museum of
Fine Art Gruuthuse Museum of Applied Art
Diamond Museum Beguinage ”ChocoStory”, Chocolate Museum Boudewijnpark
and Dolfinarium, Theme Park at Saint
Michiels Seafront Maritime Theme
Park at Zeebrugge
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Königswinter
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Marksburg Castle, Braubach
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01 Jugendherberge Köln Deutz
02 Jugendherberge Köln Riehl
03 Jugendherberge Bonn
04 Jugendherberge Bad Honnef
05 Jugendherberge Festung
Ehrenbreitstein Koblenz
06 Hotel Spiegel Garten, Boppard
07 Hotel Bergschlösschen, Boppard
08 Carat Hotel Rheingau, Rüdesheim
Burg Maus
Lorelei Rock
Rüdesheim
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Maria Laach
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öln: cosmopolitan city, famous
for its magnificent Gothic cathedral
B
onn: university city and the birthplace
of Ludwig van Beethoven
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önigswinter: take a ride on the
Drachenfels funicular railway and visit
Schloss Drachenburg
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castle
M
aria Laach Abbey: a masterpiece of
Romanesque architecture
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bridge to be left intact at the end of the
Second World War
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oblenz: Stolzenfels Castle, Deutsches Eck
and Ehrenbreitstein fortress
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astle Marksburg: the only hilltop
castle on the Rhine never to have been
destroyed
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urg Maus: now a falconry centre offering
eagle and falcon flying displays
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orelei Rock: steeped in legend and
folklore
R
heinfels Castle: St. Goar, the most
extensive castle ruins on the Rhine
B
ingen: with its unusual Mäuseturm,
a stone tower on a small island in the
Rhine
Phantasialand, situated in
Brühl near Cologne in the heart of
the Rhineland, is one of Europe’s
top entertainment parks.
Six themed areas with worldwide unique
attractions and internationally multi-awardwinning shows promise to be great fun and an
educational experience for all your pupils.
One of the top attractions is the inverted
rollercoaster Black Mamba, which hurtles through
ravines and waterfalls with twists, screws, loop the
loops and hair-raising drops. Another highlight is
the head-spinning Talocan, a suspended top-spin
and the only ride of its kind in Europe to date.
In Berlin, Oscar Koslowski is calling all mousers
with a taste for adventure! MAUS AU CHOCOLAT!
Experience this world-exclusive interactive ride –
a riot of fun and adventure in glorious 3D!
Take your students on a day-journey round the
globe from China, Mexico and Africa to Old Berlin.
Not only do our themed lands shed light on farflung cultures and ancient civilisations, but they also
give your pupils a science lesson to remember, as
the laws of physics play havoc with their senses on
white-knuckle rides and attractions.
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BAD HONNEF
Jugendherberge Bad Honnef
Description:
Modern, welcoming youth hostel.
Location: On the southern outskirts of Bad Honnef in the
Selhof district.
Capacity: 193 Rooms for Pupils: 2 to 10 beds; All with
shower and WC.
Facilities Indoor: Small games room. Meeting rooms,
theatre with stage, disco room, bistro – supplements
payable.
Outdoor: Spacious grounds for various activities including
table-tennis and basketball. Fun-court with spectators’ stand.
Large amphitheatre. Terrace with sun umbrellas.
Boppard: Boppard offers a host of
attractions to its visitors, with its splendid
river promenade, well preserved Roman and
medieval town fortifications, the historic
noble houses, churches, former monastries
and an unusual museum. Not to be missed
is the chairlift ride to the “Vierseenblick”,
the view of the four lakes or the train ride
with the Hunsrück Mountain Railway.
Boppard
Hotel Bergschlösschen
Description: Attractive family-run hotel with a friendly
atmosphere.
Location: In a scenic, peaceful area, ten minutes walk
from Boppard town centre and the river Rhine.
Capacity: 90 Rooms for Pupils: 2 to 7 beds; All with
shower, WC and TV.
Facilities: Leisure room with bar area, large TV/Video
screen and CD player, covered outdoor terrace. Disco
room on request – supplement payable.
Rüdesheim-am-Rhein: Rüdesheim, the
heart of the Rheingau region, is one of the
most visited towns in Germany. The quaint
Drosselgasse, just six feet wide, is always
bustling and lively. A cable car ride to the
Niederwald monument and falconry is a real
delight. The Winzerexpress, a miniature
train, winds through the vineyards on
sightseeing tours. Siegfried’s Mechanical
Music Museum, in the historical Brömserhof,
houses one of the largest collections of selfplaying musical instruments. The rooms and
vaults of the 1000 year old Brömserburg
castle are home to the Rheingau folk and
wine museum and from the top of its
tower, the visitor is offered a truly
magnificent panorama.
Come and visit
Phantasialand
this winter for an
experience to
remember!
Lose yourself in a Winter
Wonderland at Phantasialand.
As well as the all-weather rides and
attractions, you can look forward to
a whole host of winter specials
including a huge ice rink where you
can practice your pirouettes.
Magical moments: You know that
winter has arrived at Phantasialand
when the entire park is lit up by
thousands and thousands of lights,
with the ice glittering and
sparkling under the bright street
lamps. It’s a truly unforgettable
sight. The magic continues on
stage with DIE MAGISCHE ROSE,
a winter story which awakes the
goodness in people and warms
the heart.
At the end of the show, there is a
fantastic firework display.
TOWNS
© TOURIST INFORMATION BOPPARD
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Presseamt der Stadt / Sondermann, Michael
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Europe’s noblest river, winding its way through a variety
of landscapes, is a great favourite with school groups.
The beauty and rich history of this region never fail to astound.
Fairy-tale castles, medieval villages and theme parks are all easily
accessible from our wide choice of accommodation centres
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Bad Honnef: Bad Honnef is a lively town of
historic charm, with a variety of old halftimbered houses as well as buildings dating
from the Classical period and late 19th
century. It enjoys an enviable location
between the Siebengebirge National Park
and the Rhine river. The most famous district
of Bad Honnef is Rhöndorf, where the
former residence of Dr. Konrad Adenauer,
the first Chancellor of the Federal Republic
of Germany, is located.
RÜDESHEIM-AM-RHEIN
Carat Hotel Rheingau
Description: Attractive hotel with excellent amenities.
Location: In the historic centre of Rüdesheim-am-Rhein.
Capacity: 220
Rooms for Pupils: 2 to 4 beds; All with shower or bath
and WC, TV, telephone.
Facilities: Sun terrace, relaxation room, indoor
swimming pool and sauna.
the traditional Christmas
market of Rüdesheim-amRhein with the largest
nativity scene in Europe.
BAD HONNEF © TOURIST INFORMATION BAD HONNEF
RHINE VALLEY
Brömserhof © Rűdesheim Tourist AG
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Channel Crossing: Dover – Calais or Dunkirk by ferry or Folkestone – Calais by shuttle
From Calais: Bad Honnef 6½ hrs; Boppard 7 hrs; Rüdesheim-am-Rhein 8 hrs
From Dunkirk: Bad Honnef 6 hrs; Boppard 6½ hrs; Rüdesheim-am-Rhein 7½ hrs
Prices from:
Prices from:
Hotel Bergschlösschen*
Jugendherberge Bad Honnef*
and Hotel Spiegel Garten*
£210 per pupil (40-47 paying) £220 per pupil (40-47 paying)
Additional nights £55 per pupil Additional nights £60 per pupil
Prices from:
Carat Hotel Rheingau*
* Packed lunches available at extra charge
Phantasialand reserves the right to make alterations. Food & drink deals are available.
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Description: Completely refurbished
welcoming youth hostel
Location: Directly on the Rhine,
surrounded by ample green areas yet only
10 minutes drive from the city centre
Capacity: 508 beds
shower and WC
Facilities: Bistro with terrace, bar area and
coffee bar. TV, games rooms and WiFi/
internet access. Well-equipped meeting
rooms and disco room – pre-booking
required, supplement payable.
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4 days / 3 nights
Channel Crossing:
From Calais: 6 hrs From Dunkirk: 5½ hrs
Prices from:
Jugendherberge Köln Deutz and
Jugendherberge Köln Riehl
at extra charge
CHRISTMAs MARKETS
Visit the historic markets
of Köln.
3 days / 2 nights Half Board
Prices start from:
BONN OLD TOWN
Jugendherberge Köln Riehl
Description: Impressive youth hostel
Location: Close to the Rhine within easy
walking distance of Köln cathedral and
old town
Capacity: 506
shower and WC
Facilities: Large reception, bistro and bar
area. TV, games rooms and WiFi/internet
access. Attractive chill-out zone. Wellequipped meeting rooms and disco room
– pre-booking required, supplement
payable.
BONN ART AND EXHIBITION HALL © BONN, PRESSEAMT DER STADT
Jugendherberge Köln Deutz
Courtesy of Schokoladen Museum, Koln
Köln: A lively, cosmopolitan city, Köln is
famous for its magnificent Gothic cathedral
which took more than 600 years to
complete. Climb the south tower for a
splendid view of the bustling city centre with
its Romanesque churches and the
impressive Römisch-Germanisches Museum.
A visit to the Chocolate Museum with its
freshly-stocked chocolate fountain,
production line and shop is not to be
missed. Gain an insight into the history
and ever-changing face of sport at the
neighbouring German Sports and
Olympic Museum. Enjoy a breath-taking
view of the City from the top of the
Panorama Köln Triangle, with free
admission for under 13’s.
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Bonn: Known as the “Gateway to the
Romantic Rhine”, Bonn is an attractive and
cultural city with an interesting history dating
back over 2000 years. The top class
museums of Bonn’s “Museum Mile” include
the distinctive Art and Exhibition Hall, the
House of the History of the Federal Republic
of Germany and the Museum of Modern
Art. A tour of the Beethoven House,
birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven, the
world famous composer, is a must-see
for all visitors to this inviting city.
Koblenz: Germany’s most beautiful
“corner”. This 2000-year old town, situated
in the picturesque landscape of the Rhine
and Moselle is surrounded by four low
mountain ranges. The view from the
Ehrenbreitstein fortress high above the
Rhine across the river down to “Deutsches
Eck” with its re-erected equestrian statue
of Emperor William I, is spectacular. An
abundance of cultural monuments and
historic buildings together with pretty
lanes and bustling squares make Koblenz
a relaxed and friendly town to visit.
BONN Jugendherberge Bonn
Koblenz Jugendherberge
Festung Ehrenbreitstein
Description: Comfortable, friendly youth
hostel
Location: Bonn-Venusberg on the edge of
the Kottenforst Nature Park
Capacity: 249
shower and WC
Facilities: TV room, relaxation lounge,
games room, table-tennis (indoor and
outdoor), large garden terrace.
Well equipped meeting rooms –
supplement payable.
Description: Newly-built youth hostel with
excellent facilities
Location: The hostel is located in the southern
part of Ehrenbreitstein fortress, with views of
the Rhine and Moselle valleys, the City and the
“Deutsches Eck”
Capacity: 157 beds
Rooms for pupils: Mostly 2-4 beds; all with
shower and WC
Facilities: Café-bar, bistro, restaurant,
snack-area, internet terminal, indoor games
and table-tennis. Well equipped relaxation/
meeting rooms of various sizes. Ample
space outdoors for games. Barbecue area.
BEETHOVEN STATUE © BONN, TOURISMUS AND CONGRESS GMBH
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STATUE OF EMPEROR WILLIAM II © KOBLENZ TOURISTIK
RHINE VALLEY
The German Corner (Deutsches Eck) in Koblenz, Germany
GERMANY
CHRISTMAs MARKETS
Visit the historic markets
of Bonn and Koblenz
3 days / 2 nights Half Board
Prices start from:
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4 days / 3 nights
Channel Crossing:
From Calais: Bonn 6 hrs; Koblenz 6½ hrs
From Dunkirk: Bonn 5½ hrs; Koblenz 6 hrs
Prices from:
Jugendherberge Bonn and Jugendherberge
Festung Ehrenbreitstein Koblenz
at extra charge
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BITBURG
The gently flowing Moselle RIVER meandering through vine covered
UNSPOILT NATURE OF THE beautiful Eifel region provide a wide variety
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Bernkastel-Kues & Traben-Trabach -
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The attractive wine town of
Cochem is one of the most popular
holiday destinations in the Moselle
area.
CHRISTMAs MARKETS
Visit the charming
Christmas market of
Trier with its romantic
setting on the medieval
Main Market and the
Cathedral Square.
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Channel Crossing:
Prices from:
Packed lunches available at
extra charge
the famous Village of Cochem, MosELLE River
A range of interesting excursions in the
Moselle and Eifel regions as well as the
Grand Duchy of Luxembourg are easy to
reach from Bitburg. For pure enjoyment in
Bitburg itself, choose from “Cascade” the
water-world swimming centre or Funpark
Eissporthalle offering roller-blading,
climbing, hockey, darts, table-tennis and
trampolining. Of course, the famous
Bitburger Pils is brewed here in Bitburg.
Guided tours of the brewery, one of the
biggest in Europe, provide a real insight
into the technology involved.
Monschau - attractive town
P
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Luxembourg - stylish capital city
V
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medieval town with Castle
Perched high above the town, Cochem’s
fairytale Reichsburg Castle is an
impressive sight, from which narrow
streets with gabled houses, interesting
shops and a lively town square can all be
easily reached. The Cochem chair-lift
takes you to the Pinnerkreuz for
panoramic views of the Moselle valley.
An animal and leisure park is located here.
See how mustard is made on a tour of
Cochem’s historic mustard mill which
produces award-winning mustard
specialities to its own recipes.
For fun and relaxation, the water
adventure park at the Freizeitzentrum
is a perfect choice.
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Visit the quaint Christmas
markets in the beautiful
Moselle towns of Cochem
and Bernkastel-Kues.
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Jugendgästehaus Cochem
BURG ELTZ
Bitburg is an attractive town with
an idyllic location in the heart of
the Eifel region, just 30 minutes
drive from the Roman City of Trier.
Description: Modern, purpose-built centre
with excellent amenities,
Location: 4 kms to Bitburg centre,
30 minutes drive from Trier,
Capacity: 270
Rooms for pupils: Mostly 4 beds;
Bathroom shared by two rooms.
Facilities Indoor: Meeting rooms, bar
with TV/CD player, cinema/video room,
internet access in reception, pool table,
table football and table tennis. Weekly
disco and barbecue evenings.
Outdoor: Patio area, spacious grounds
for various sports activities including
table-tennis, football field, beach
volleyball and basketball. Pre-bookable
activities with a supplement payable
include archery, guided jogging, climbing
wall and night hike - all subject to
availability and minimum numbers.
Activities within walking distance: Indoor
ice rink (winter only); Activity park with
inline-skating, table football, streetball,
basketball and trampolining; Bowling
alley; Go-kart track. Costs for the
above can be advised on request.
Wine towns
Moselle River Cruises
Cascade-Erlebnisbad
Hauptmarkt, Trier © GNTB/Jeiter, Michael
Trier - Roman City
Ring Werk - Motorsport Theme Park
Nürburging Backstage Tour
Idar - Oberstein - Centre of the German
jem & jewellery Industry
Saarburg - Old Town & Castle
Burg Eltz castle, near Cochem
Eifel region with its famous Crater Lakes
Jugendhotel Bitburg
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Rheinland-Pfalz Temple Neuf de Metz on Moselle river
MOSELLE/EIFEL
Marktplatz © tourist Information Cochem
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Description: Attractive, well-equipped
youth hostel.
Location: Overlooking the river just over
the bridge to the main town centre.
Capacity: 146
Rooms for pupils: 2 to 4 beds, all with
shower and WC.
Facilities Indoor: Café-bar and bistro with
terrace, games room with table-tennis,
pool table and table football. Wellequipped relaxation/meeting rooms of
various sizes.
Outdoor: Grassed area for ball games
and barbecues, table-tennis.
4 days / 3 nights
Channel Crossing:
Prices from:
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© GNTB/Rainer Kiedrowski
Potsdamer Platz with Daimler-Chrysler
building and railway tower
Here, where East meets West, where
cultures and religions from all over the
world unite, the European Community
has its heart. Experience the past and
future of Germany’s reinstated capital.
Description: Comfortable hotel with
excellent facilities.
Location: North-east outer city centre.
Capacity: 338
Rooms for pupils: Rooms have 2 to 3
beds; Apartments have a maximum of 6
beds; All with bath or shower and WC, TV,
hairdryer, telephone.
Facilities: Bowling alley, billiards,
tennis - available at small charge.
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Reichstag Parliament Building
Charlottenburg Palace
Olympic Stadium
Kurfürstendamm
Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
Kadewe
Tiergarten
Brandenburg Gate
Checkpoint Charlie
Gendarmenmarkt
Berlin Wall Memorial
East Side Gallery
Topography of Terror
Unter den Linden
Pergamon Museum
Bode-Museum
TV Tower at Alexanderplatz
Nikolaiviertel
Berlin Cathedral
Sony Centre at Potsdamer Platz
Jewish Quarter
Jewish Museum
Memorial to the Murdered Jews of
Europe
German Museum of Technology
Aquadom and Sea Life Centre
The Story of Berlin, Multi-Media Exhibition
Marienfelde Refugee Centre Museum
Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
Potsdam – Schloss Sanssouci, Schloss
Cecilienhof, Neues Palais and
Filmpark Babelsberg
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© BADEN-WÜRTEMBURG TOURISMUS MKTG (DANIELA MELZER) / *GERMAN NATIONAL TOURIST BOARD
COMFORT HOTEL LICHTENBERG
Welcome to the exciting and
fascinating city of Berlin.
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SCHONACH - THE WORLD’S BIGGEST CUCKOO CLOCK
Berliner Dom at night, Berlin
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BERLIN
THE BLACK FOREST
FOREST
This highland region offers a wealth
of natural beauty, with forests,
streams and lakes all steeped in
legend, a healthy climate and
charming towns.
A wide range of cultural sights and
interesting activities are available to
appeal to school groups of all ages.
city of Freiburg in the Black Forest
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Hotel Rebstock
Description: Attractive hotel in peaceful
surroundings with a friendly atmosphere.
Location: In the pleasant town of Rust,
famous for Europa-Park. Rust is
conveniently located for visits to most of
the attractions of the Black Forest and
Alsace areas.
Capacity: 120
shower/WC and TV.
Facilities: Meeting room and
games room.
Accommodation is also available
at Hotel/Gästehaus Anker in
Kippenheim
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and prices.
6 days / 3 nights
Channel Crossing:
Overnight travel by executive coach
Meal provision (half board)
Evening meal on Day 2 to breakfast on
penultimate day.
(Lunch on your day of arrival only).
Prices from:
at extra charge.
Extras included in your price:
3 hour guided sightseeing tour of
Berlin on your day of arrival.
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Europe Park
Freiburg – University City
Strasbourg – Medieval Old City with
Gothic Cathedral
Triberg – Highest Waterfall in Germany
Baden-Baden – Spa Town
Picturesque Schiltach
Furtwangen – Clock Museum
Schonach – With World’s 1st Giant
Cuckoo Clock
Railway trip from Blumberg to Weizen –
Sauschwanzlebahn
Vogtbauernhof Livin Museum
World of Living – Infotainment Park
National Motor & National Railway
Museum – Mulhouse
Steinwasen Wildlife &
Adventure Park
Monkey Mountain – Kintzheim
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Channel Crossing:
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Experience fantastic
moments in Germany’s
biggest theme park!
With more than 100 breathtaking
rides and spectacular shows, you
will enjoy an unforgettable trip!
There is a great deal more
besides to discover in Germany’s
biggest theme park! 13
different European themed
areas displaying typical national
architecture, vegetation and culture
are spread across the 90-hectare
site – great surroundings to get
to know Europe in one day! In
Greece, guests can take off on
a thrilling ride between sky and
sea on the “Poseidon” water
roller coaster. The French section
has an exceptional adrenalin kick
in store, with the “Silver Star”,
which reaches speeds of up to
130 kms per hour. Moreover, what
better way to cool down than the
aquatic “Fjord Rafting” ride in
Scandinavia. Anyone who prefers
to take things at a slower pace
can look forward to the excellent
show programme including an iceskating show, variety performances,
knights’ contests and a host of
unforgettable moments.
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CHRISTMAS MARKETS - 2015
Visit the magical German Christmas Markets
An ideal opportunity to practise language skills
and experience this fascinating German tradition.
Our most popular Christmas markets are Aachen and Köln but we also offer trips to
Koblenz, Bonn, Cochem, Trier, Rüdesheim and many more destinations. If you need
more time to explore the Christmas markets, why not take a Short Break instead? Many
of our short break accommodation centres are perfectly located to explore some of the
most interesting Christmas markets.
Typical Itinerary for your Extended Day Trip
Travel by 49 seater executive coach with reclining seats, seat-belts, DVD player and toilet.
Day 1: Evening - Executive coach collects your group and drives to Folkestone/Dover
Day 2: Early morning - Channel crossing by shuttle or ferry. Mid morning - Arrival at Aachen or Köln
Approximately 10 hours free time to enjoy the Christmas Markets. Evening - Coach departs
Day 3: Early morning - return Channel crossing. Mid/late morning – arrive back at your destination
Supplements may be applicable:
on certain days/peak periods
if you choose to travel one way by ferry and one way by shuttle
if you are more than 250 kms from Folkestone/Dover
if you require a 53 seater executive coach
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU BOOK
On acceptance of our quotation in writing, you will receive
our full confirmation pack including:
Confirmation letter and invoice (Deposit only £500 per coach;
Balance due one month before departure)
Personalised itinerary with dates, times and travel arrangements
Checklist, advice, safety information and notes for your group
Relevant forms for completion
Tourist information on the city you have chosen to visit
Follow-up service after your return
AACHEN
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Köln Old Town “Home of the Elves:
This rustic and welcoming Christmas market lies in
the heart of the old town. Traditional artesian
stalls, lovingly decorated huts, pretty lanes, and
hidden Heinzelmännchen (legendary gnomes who
are said to have done the work of the people of
Köln at night) give this market its particular charm.
Angels’ market - Christmas at Neumarkt:
Visitors will be enchanted by this lovingly
decorated Christmas market with its charming
chalets and high-quality products located in the
heart of the Cathedral city.
Fairytale Christmas market at Rudolfplatz: Just a
ten minute walk from Neumarkt, the Fairytale
Christmas market is situated at Rudolfplatz. The
theme of the sixty huts at the Hahnentorburg is the
Brothers Grimm fairy tales. Therefore, this Christmas
market particularly delights younger visitors.
Köln Harbour Christmas market at the
Chocolate Museum: In a picturesque setting
overlooking the Rhine, the Köln Harbour Christmas
market at the Chocolate Museum will bring the
gateway to the Rheinauhafen to life and give
festive Köln a maritime flavour. As befits the
location, the themes “harbour and Christmas” will
be reflected in the design, decoration, stage
performances and products on offer. Snow-white,
festively decorated pagoda tents with wooden
floors and pointed roofs give the market a stylishly
modern, yet cosily festive touch.
Christmas market at Stadtgarten:
This Christmas market combines several
different characteristics: dynamically artful,
attractively different, ingeniously stylish and
yet bound to nature and tradition.
Optional Activities
Guided walking tour of Köln in English.
Duration: approximately 1 hour.
Price: 100€ per group of 25 persons or less.
Take a journey through the centuries and explore the area
around the Cathedral, town hall and historic old town.
See the Romanesque church of Gross St. Martin, the
Roman Dionysos Mosaic and the Jewish Ritual Bath. In
the narrow, cobble-stoned alleys of the old town and on
the busy squares, you will get a feeling for life in the
cathedral city, yesterday and today.
Two-Hour Advent Boat Cruise on MS RheinEnergie or MS
RheinFantasie. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at
1530 hrs from 26th November to 20th December.
School group price: 8.50€ per pupil; Teachers free ratio 1:10
See, feel and taste chocolate at the unique Chocolate
Museum. Open: Tuesday-Friday 1000-1800 hrs and
Saturday-Sunday 1100-1900 hrs. School group price:
6.50€ per pupil Teachers free ratio 1:8 (non-guided)
Visit the Deutsches Sport & Olympia Museum for an
insight into the history and ever-changing face of sport.
Open: Monday-Friday 1000-1800 hrs and SaturdaySunday 1100-1900 hrs. School group price: 3€ per
pupil; one teacher in group free: additional teachers 6€
each (non-guided).
Open daily from 1100 – 2100 hrs
(22.11.15 – 1800 – 2100 hrs only)
From Calais: 5 hrs inc. breakfast stop on route
From Dunkirk: 4½ hrs inc. breakfast stop on route
Prices from: £2,550 per coach.
Aachen Tourist Service e.v.
www.harbour-christmas-market.com
Eventleute GmbH
Enjoy the Christmas celebrations in the historic
heart of Aachen. The festive array of stalls around
the Cathedral, Town Hall and Old Town offer an
impressive range of crafts and gifts. Capture the
sights, sounds and aroma of Christmas as you wander
through the brightly illuminated stands adorned with
a range of attractive Christmas decorations.
The local speciality you must try is Aachen
Printen, a type of tasty gingerbread which is
unique to Aachen. Your coach will drop you off
and collect you from the Bendplatz parking area
from which you can walk to the well-signposted
Christmas market in about 20 minutes.
Optional Activities
Guided walking tour of Aachen’s historic old town in
English. Duration: approximately 1½ hours.
Price: 105€ per group of 25 persons or less.
Aachen’s historic old town is perfect to stroll around. You
will be led though narrow lanes and historic squares and be
inspired by Aachen’s history of nearly 2000 years. Get to know
the various facets of Aachen: the modern city, beautiful old
town houses, old and new fountains and numerous anecdotes
surrounding the Cathedral, Town Hall and Old Town.
KÖLN
23.11.2015 – 23.12.2015
Open daily from 1100 – 2100 hrs
(some markets have extended opening hours)
From Calais: 6 hrs inc. breakfast stop on route
From Dunkirk: 5½ hrs inc. breakfast stop on route
Prices from: £2,600 per coach.
Delight in the magical atmosphere of the
Christmas markets of Köln. Your coach will drop
you off and collect you from Komodienstrasse
near to the Cathedral, within easy walking
distance to many of the main markets.
Christmas market at Köln Cathedral: The
Against the backdrop of the Gothic Cathedral,
you will find a fascinating array of high-quality
arts & crafts with many gift ideas, delicious food
and drinks as well as more than one hundred
stage events under the resplendent starlit tent.
Prices for optional activities may be subject to change. Please contact us for confirmation on prices, availability and pre-booking (if applicable).
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CUSTOMISED TRAVEL AND TOURS
Exchange Visits and Tours
Dragons International has the
expertise and flexibility to
arrange coach travel for your
school exchange visits at
competitive prices.
We can arrange coach transfers
to and from your chosen
destination or, alternatively, you
may wish the coach and driver to
remain with your group for the
duration of your stay.
Town twinning partnerships and
special interest tours also provide
an excellent opportunity to
improve language skills,
experience the culture of another
country and make lasting
friendships.
Velmead Junior School – enjoying a visit to Parc Astérix and Compiègne market.
From initial enquiry to final
destination, we offer a personal,
professional and reliable service
which gives real value for money.
Booking with Dragons is easy!
REQUEST A QUOTATION
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU BOOK?
We welcome quotation requests from schools and groups in
mainland England and Wales.
On acceptance of our quotation in writing, you will receive
our full confirmation pack including:
In order to assist us in preparing your quotation, we would
appreciate the following information from you:
ull contact details.
F
stimated number of passengers.
E
Departure and arrival points.
Preferred method of channel crossing i.e. eurotunnel or ferry.
Proposed dates of travel.
Do you need to keep the coach?.
A written quotation based on the information you have provided
Confirmation letter and invoice (30% deposit is required on receipt
of the confirmation pack with the balance payable one month before
departure).
Personalised itinerary with dates, times and travel arrangements
Checklist, advice, safety information and notes for your group
Relevant forms for completion.
Follow up service after your return.
will be sent to you as quickly as possible together with a copy
of our terms and conditions and details of our optional travel
insurance. Our travel only quotations are based on a coach price
as this type of trip is frequently subject to fluctuation in numbers.
We would also be pleased to arrange transport for your exchange
partner in France, Germany or Belgium. Please ask them to
contact us directly.
just a few simple steps and you're almost there!
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MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR DAY...
From £1,625 for a 49 seater *executive coach
*Includes reclining seats, seat-belts, DVD player and toilet
Experience the difference of a day trip to France with Dragons International.
Our day trips are the perfect introduction to the culture, history and language of
your chosen destination. Suitable for all ages of pupils, we will tailor-make your
day to suit your group’s requirements.
Early Morning: Executive coach
collects your group and drives to Dover/
Folkestone
Mid Morning:
Channel crossing by ferry or shuttle
Lunchtime:
Arrival in France
Free time to:
Explore the towns…
Calais - Boulogne - Saint Omer
Visit the attractions…
Nausicaá, National Sea Centre
La Coupole, History Centre and
3D Planetarium
Agincourt, Medieval History Centre
Saint Joseph Village, Reproduction
Artisan Village
Take a look at the Popular Attractions
on Page 5 for additional possibilities
Taste the Difference…
Chocolate Factory, Bakery,
Sweet Factory
Shop until you drop at…
Auchan hypermarket and shopping
centre at Calais or Saint-Martin-Boulogne
Your detailed itinerary will depend on
which options you choose and the time
you wish to allocate to each activity.
Coach available for use throughout visit
subject to drivers’ hours regulations. Most
day trip attractions can be pre-booked
through Dragons. You just pay on arrival.
Early evening:
Return channel crossing
Late evening:
Arrive back at your destination
SUPPLEMENTS MAY
BE APPLICABLE
On certain days/peak periods
If you choose to travel one way by ferry
and one way by shuttle
If the duration of your day exceeds 20 hours
If your chosen destination is further
than those listed
If you are more than 250 kms
from Dover/Folkestone
ALTERNATIVE DAY
TRIP DESTINATIONS
Day trips to alternative destinations such as
Dunkirk, Lille, Arras, Ypres and Bruges
are also available. We would be pleased
to discuss your requirements.
BOULOGNE
SAINT-OMER
Boulogne, awarded the title of “Ville d’Art et d’Histoire” has
much to offer its visitors.
Perched on a hill, the charming old town with its cobbled streets
and ramparts boasts an impressive cathedral, a Town Hall of
classical design, a belfry dating from the 12th century and a
superb Château Museum. The multi-purpose port of Boulogne
with its commercial harbour and yachting marina is also a leading
European centre of fish and seafood processing.
Shopping: The main shopping streets in the lower town are the
Grand Rue, rue Thiers, rue Victor Hugo and rue Nationale. The old
town is good for gifts and restaurants. Freshly caught fish is sold
on the quayside, boulevard Gambetta, every day. Market days are
Wednesday and Saturday mornings at Place Dalton.
Attractions:
Nausicaá: The French National Sea Experience Centre, is devoted
to discovering the marine environment and to raising public
awareness of the need to live in harmony with the sea.
The Château Museum: Constructed in the 13th century at the
same time as the ramparts, this was the first castle to be built
without a keep in the history of military architecture. The Museum
houses fascinating collections of Egyptian antiquities, antique
Greek vases, Eskimo masks, pottery, porcelain, fine and medieval
arts.
WHAT HAPPENS
WHEN YOU BOOK
On acceptance of our quotation in writing,
you will receive our full confirmation pack
including:
Confirmation letter and invoice (Deposit
only £400 per coach; Balance due one
month before departure)
Personalised itinerary with dates, times
and travel arrangements
Checklist, advice, safety information and
notes for your group
Relevant forms for completion
Tourist information on the areas you
have chosen to visit
Follow-up service after
your return
Saint-Omer, a delightful market town situated on the edge
of Flanders and surrounded on three sides by a vast area of
farmed marshland, has a rich architectural heritage.
Opposite the famous splendid park, the Cathedral of Notre Dame
rises up from its close in the original centre of town. The Hotel
Sandelin, the ruins of the Abbey of Saint Bertin and the former
Jesuit Colleges all bear witness to an illustrious past. In this lively
and pleasant town, you may experience the vivid atmosphere of
pedestrian streets or take a picturesque walk around the ramparts.
Shopping: Place Foch, rue de Dunkerque, rue des Clouteries, rue
Louis Martel are the main shopping areas in Saint-Omer. Market
day is held on Saturday morning in the Place Foch.
Attractions:
Hotel Sandelin Museum: This mansion house was built in 17761777 as a winter residence for Marie-Josephe Sandelin, countess
of Fruges. Three adjoining salons on the ground floor look onto
the gardens. These three rooms are listed and protected under
the Monuments Historiques initiative. The tour of the house, which
focuses on history, fine arts and ceramics, has been extended to
21 exhibition rooms, which bring the museum’s collections to life
in a remarkable setting.
...EXPLORE
the TOWNS
EXTENDED DAY TRIPS
We offer extended day trips involving
overnight travel in both directions to
Disneyland© Paris and Parc Astérix©
Travel in comfort and style
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CALAIS
Courtesy of information france.com
SUGGESTED
ITINERARY
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DAY TRIPS TO
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Chocolaterie
De Beussent THE ENVIRONMENT
MARINE WORLD
History Centre &
3D Planetarium
Boulangerie
Confiserie
Escargots
Mon Ami
© FLAMENT
© www.lacoupole-france.co.uk
Wierre Effroy
NAUSICAÁ
LA COUpoLE
National Sea Centre
An amazing place
A dome of...
More than 50 aquariums and pools
72 metres in diameter, 5.5 metres thick, 55,000 tons of
reinforced concrete sheltering an underground city consisting
of more than 7 kilometres of galleries
La Coupole, situated 5 km from Saint Omer, is one of the most
impressive vestiges of the Second World War in Europe. This
immense bunker, built by the Todt Organisation in 1943-1944, was
to be the launch base for V2 rockets aimed at London. After massive
bombing by the Allies, La Coupole was abandoned in the summer of
1944 after the Normandy landings. This impressive military complex has
been home for one of the greatest History and Remembrance Centres
since 1997. An ultramodern centre based on images and audiovisual
techniques, two theatres, films created from rare archives, animated
models, more than 10,000 photographs and not forgetting a genuine
V2 rocket, the only one on view in France.
You will visit two very different tours:
Life under the Occupation: Relive in images the major incidents
during the Occupation of Northern France by the German army
(1940-1944) – the invasion, the exodus, the problems of daily life, the
resistance of the population and the Liberation.
Rockets, from war to the moon:
Discover the programme of the German V1 and V2 secret weapons.
Infra-red audio-guided headsets in English enable you to visit the
centre at your own pace.
Group Price: Pupils: 4.50€ Teachers free ratio 1:10
Additional Teachers: 8.00€ Lunch packs available: from 6.50€ each
Approximate visit duration: 2 hours
3D Planetarium Visit the 3D Planetarium, offering an unforgettable
journey into space! Put on your active 3D glasses and discover the
mysteries of the universe. Fed by a rich database of almost 100,000
stars, galaxies and planets and featuring a 360˚ hemispherical screen
with a diameter of 15 metres span and a 5.1 surround sound system,
the planetarium offers viewers a total immersion in Space and the
Sciences. An educational brochure with the description of the films
may be downloaded from: www.lacoupole-france.co.uk/education.html
Group Price:
Pupils: 4.50€ Teachers free ratio 1:10 Additional Teachers: 6.00€
Approximate visit: 1 hour
35,000 marine, freshwater and land animals
1,000 species housed in 4.5 million litres of water
Much more than just an aquarium, Nausicaá is dedicated to the
marine world and its links with mankind.
ARC INTERNATIONAL
GLASS & CRYSTAL
MANUFACTURERS
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Planet Nausicaá
Sink to the bottom of the world’s oceans
Head south in the Atlantic Ocean down the African coast and
meet the African penguins.
Enjoy the thrill of the turbulent Northern Seas.
Stopover in the Mediterranean before heading off to the big
blue ocean.
Enjoy the sea life experience live via an interactive TV platform.
Here, correspondents from the whole world will share their
experience with you.
Surprise yourself in the submerged forest of the Caymans.
Take part in surprising events including sea lion training and
feeding sessions in the lagoon, the mangrove, the touch tank and
don’t forget the penguins!
Watch a diver cleaning the glass inside the fascinating shark pool
See nearly 3,000 multi-coloured fish up close in the tropical lagoon.
Stroke the rays in the touch pool.
Last but not least,
Visit the brand new Californian Sea Lions’ reserve and watch the
sea lions exercise in their tank from brand new covered terraces.
The Sea has finally landed!
Group Price: Pupils up to 18 years: 8.95€ Teachers free ratio: 1:10
Additional Teachers: 15.35€
Themed workshop activities, teaching kits and a picnic room to hire
are all available to enhance your visit. Food may be pre-ordered to
enjoy at the Tropical Lagoon Village Bar or the Bistrot du Port.
Please contact us for details and prices.
Approximate visit: 2 - 3 hours
30 minutes from Calais; 5 minutes from centre of Boulogne
On entering the factory in Arques, you discover a completely new
world, lit by the glimmer of molten glass being transformed into
coloured goblets, elegant champagne flutes or smart stemmed
glasses. Accompanied by a guide, the tour is punctuated with
audio and visual documents explaining how this major international
group operates and the secrets of glass-making. You can also
discover the whole range of products page in the Arc Décoration
factory shop. What’s more, visitors to ARC International are entitled
to discount on certain items in the factory shop. Don’t miss this
chance to take home a souvenir of your visit!
Group Price: Pupils: 3.50€ Teachers free ratio: 8.00€
45 minutes from Calais; 1 hour from Boulogne
Our day trip
quotations do
not include
entrance charges
to attractions.
Entrance charges
may be subject to
Change.
Most day trip
attractions can
be pre-booked
through Dragons.
You just pay on
arrival.
Chocolaterie
de Beussent
BOULANGERIE
LE FOURNIL
Confiserie
Becasuc
Beussent
Wierre Effroy
Boulogne
Discover the mysteries of
chocolate making.
This is paradise for chocolate
lovers. From the initial plantation
of the cocoa trees to the coating
of the final product, all will be
revealed. Owners, Bruno and
Alain Derick travel to the Rain
Forest each year to personally
select the cocoa beans from their
own plantations. Your tour will
end with a chocolate tasting and
an opportunity to visit the factory
shop to take some of your
favourites home with you.
Approximate visit:: 1 hour
Group Price: Pupils: 2.80€
Teachers free ratio: 1:25
Additional Teachers: 2.80€
1 hour from Calais;
40 mins from Boulogne
Enjoy a visit to a familyowned bakery.
Take a tour around the modern
part of the bakery to see
croissants in production and
then conclude your visit in the
original part of the bakery to
watch a baker at his work using
a traditional wood oven.
He will be happy to respond to
your questions. Depending on
availability, you may take away
samples of delicious croissants
and pains aux chocolats.
Group Price: Pupils: 4€
Teachers: Free of charge
35 mins from Calais; 25 mins
from Boulogne
Take a trip down memory lane
at a traditional sweet factory.
Boulogne.
Watch carefully as the
ingredients are heated in a
copper pan, allowed to cool on a
special table and fed through a
machine to create their unique
fruit shapes. You may even be
asked to assist! In addition to 16
different fruit-flavoured sweets;
nougat, truffles, marzipan,
lollipops and fruit jellies are also
made here. Their shop will be
hard to resist.
35 mins from Calais; 5 mins
from centre of Boulogne
Agincourt
Medieval History Centre
France was in turmoil in the
15th century. On 25th October
1415, on fields near the village of
Agincourt, a vastly outnumbered
English army, led by Henry V,
crushed a French army under the
command of Constable d’Albret.
Relive this historical event of the
Middle Ages using the latest in
audio-visual technology.
Open daily (except on Tuesdays
between November and March)
Group Price: A Pupils: 3.50€
Teachers free ratio: 1:10
Additional teachers: 5€
Group Price: B
Guided battlefield tour by coach:
10€ total (½ hour)
75 minutes from Calais or
Boulogne
Saint Joseph
Village
Reproduction Artisan
VillagE
Step back in time at “Saint
Joseph Village” situated in
Guines, just 6 kms from Calais.
This faithful reproduction of an
old “artisan” village includes
a primary school, blacksmith’s
workshop, sawmill, clockmaker’s
shop, tavern, chapel, windmill,
museum of farm machinery, fun
fair and grocer’s shop.
Enjoy the authentic atmosphere
of village life between 1900 and
1950. An ideal visit for younger
groups.
Teachers: Free
Lunches available: from 6.50€ each
20 minutes from Calais; 40
minutes from Boulogne
Musée de l’Abeille
d’Opale - Bee Museum
BEE MUSEUM
Learn about the wonders of
bees by an experienced beekeeper at this fantastic bee
museum. You will be taken on a
guided tour, where you will learn
about the hives, how the bees
produce honey and the role of a
bee-keeper.
You will be led through
gardens, be shown interesting
documentaries and have the
opportunity to taste some honey
or learn how they use beeswax in
candle making.
Open daily
(except on Tuesdays between
November and March)
Approximate visit:2 hours
Group Price: A Pupils: 2,80€
1 hour 30 from Calais
Learn about the famous
French delicacy at a snail
farm. Perfect for primary
groups!
On this little farm, you will
learn all about the life of a
snail whilst also taking part in
practical activities. The guides
will encourage your students
to ask questions in French.
Perfect to combine with a
visit to Boulangerie le Fournil,
which is just 10 minutes away.
Approximate visit: 1 hour 30
Group Price: Pupils: 3€
35 minutes from Calais; 25
minutes from Boulogne
Les Escargots
du Bocage
Saint Airon Vaast
Les Escargots du Bocage offers
a guided tour of the breeding
park followed by a slideshow
and tasting session.
Approximate visit:: 1 hour 30
Group Price: Pupils: 4,80€
Located 30 mins south of
Boulogne
Our day trip
quotations do not include
entrance charges to
attractions.
Entrance charges may
be subject to change.
Most day trip attractions
can be pre-booked through
Dragons.
You just pay on arrival.
THE
...TASTE
DIFFERENCE
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