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Program Overview

Experience the joie de vivre of France and the rustic beauty of Switzerland in this teen travel program. With rail pass and metro maps in hand, you’ll travel across these countries, immersing yourself in the local culture, seeing all the best sights, and eating some of the world's most delicious food. This European summer program allows for a little more group flexibility and spontaneity by allowing teens to take part in the planning alongside their trip leaders—all within the structure of our predetermined itinerary. Get ready to see the Alps!

This 14-day program is the France and Switzerland portion of our longer 28-day France, Switzerland & Italy adventure travel program.

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Program Highlights

Ski or snowboard in the French Alps.
Discover the Mona Lisa and other works of art at the Louvre.
Climb to the top of the Eiffel Tower.
Zip-line and swing through a high ropes course in Interlaken.
Whitewater raft through the Swiss Alps.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Group Meals
Guide / Chaperone
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

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Locations

  • Paris, France
  • Tignes, France
  • Milan, Italy
  • Geneva, Switzerland
  • Interlaken, Switzerland

Types & Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Experiential Learning
  • Outdoor Education

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

14-17

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer

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