VoYAGE en normandie

✈️ French Immersion Trip to Normandy

Sept 27 to 0ct 4, 2026

Experience Normandy through language, culture, art, and history on this immersive eight-day stay designed for Alliance Française San Francisco participants. Based primarily in Rouen, the program combines morning French classes with curated cultural experiences, including:

•  a guided visit of Rouen,
• a pastry workshop with a French chef,
• an introduction to painting with a local artist,
• an excursion to Giverny to discover Claude Monet’s house and gardens,
• a week end trip to Mont Saint Michel and Caen 

The journey concludes with two exceptional days exploring some of Normandy’s most iconic sites, from Mont Saint-Michel and its abbey to the Caen Memorial and the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer. With 2 different choices of accommodation, shared dinners, and a carefully balanced schedule, this séjour offers a rich and memorable way to improve your French while discovering the heritage, beauty, and history of Normandy.

Throughout the journey, participants will be accompanied by the wonderful Cindy Beziat, whose warmth, and enthusiasm will help make the experience both smooth and memorable. Her presence will provide a welcoming sense of continuity and support throughout the program, from language learning to cultural discovery.

🇫🇷 Program Overview

French & Culture in Normandy

🏨 What’s Included

• 6 nights hotel accommodation in Rouen from Sept 27 to Oct 3
• 1 night hotel accommodation in Caen on Oct 3,

• Breakfast only included at the hotel and not at the residence
• French language classes (weekday mornings)
  
• Cultural visits and guided activities in Normandy

❌ Not Included

• International airfare, we recommend booking through our trusted partner, Calparrio Travel Agency, who can also arrange additional stop over or accommodation.
• Dinners, but most restaurants will be booked in advance by Cindy so you can simply relax and enjoy.

• Lunches 
• Transportation from Paris to Rouen (recommendation: BablaBus or Flixbux direct from the airport to Rouen, duration 2h30 to 3h depending on the airport). There is also a direct train from Paris Gare Saint Lazare but you will need to transfer.
• Transportation Caen to Paris  (Recommendation : direct train at 6 pm to Paris, duration 2h)  
• Night of October 4th, which you can either spend in Caen or Paris. 
• Public transportation in Normandy

• Personal expenses
• Breakfast at the residence
• Travel insurance, highly recommended
• ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) fee 
  *** ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) is a new, mandatory digital travel authorization for visa-exempt travelers (e.g., US, UK, Canadian citizens) visiting 30 European countries for short stays, starting in late 2026. It costs €20 and is valid for 3 years, helping enhance security checks.
  
  

📅 TRIP INFORMATION CALLS with cindy 

If you have some questions: we’re happy to connect online, just RSVP and ask all your questions live!

Online: May 19, 6.30pm

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Online: June 9, 1pm

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Online: June 30, 6.30pm

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Online: July 8, 10am

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If you are not available during those times and would like to ask some questions or schedule a call please contact Cindy at cindy@afsf.com

Limited spots available, join us for this exceptional French adventure!

Book your spot today! Organized by the Alliance Française San Francisco in collaboration with Alliance Française of Normandy and Calparrio Travel Agency.

For questions and inquiries, you can attend our meetings or contact Cindy at cindy@afsf.com. 

1. Fill the registration Form 

Registration Form - Trip to Normandie 2026

First Name (as it appears on your passport)

Middle Name (as it appears on your passport)

Last Name (as it appears on your passport)

Email Address

Phone Number

Passport number

Passport Expiration date (needs to be at least 6 months after return form the trip so after october 30, 2025)

Please upload a copy of your passport

TSA Precheck (KTN number)

Address

City

State

ZIP code

Country

Your French proficiency (level you are currently placed in/ or enrolled in, you can consider the level at the time of the trip of you are currently taking A1 level) 

A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 C2

Referral 

I'm not yet a student or member of any Alliance Francaise I'm a student or member of AF San Francisco I'm a student or member of AF Sacramento I'm a student or member of AF Berkeley I'm a student or member of AF Silicon Valley I'm a student or member of another Alliance Francaise

If you are a student or a member of another Alliance Francaise, which one? 

other information (need for airport accomodation,...)

Dietary restrictions

Do you need a travel insurance ? (our partner travel agency can send you an offer for one)

yes no I'm not sure yet

Today's date

Reservations and Cancellations
Full trip payment must be completed by August 15, 2026.

Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to Cindy Beziat – AFSF Events and communication Coordinator at cindy@afsf.com with cc to angela@afsf.com.

Cancellations received after July 1st, 2026, will result in forfeiture of 66% of the full trip cost per person.
Cancellations received after July 24, 2026, will necessitate forfeiture of the full trip cost per person.

SignatureBy signing and returning this Reservation Form, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to the terms and conditions as indicated. You specifically waive any claims of action against AFSF, its Board of Directors, its staff, and its representatives, as well as against the Organizers in case of any loss of property, accident, or injury in connection with this program.

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2. Pay to confirm your reservation 

A $2000 non refundable deposit is needed at the time of registration. 
66% trip cost due by July 1st, 2026
100% trip due by August 15, 2026

 

Interested in receiving updates about a future trip: please contact Cindy at cindy@afsf.com

For a partial payment, please contact our front desk via phone (415) 775-7755 or visit us in person during our business hours. 

Terms,  Conditions and Cancellation policy 

Responsibility:
 Alliance Francaise San Francisco (AFSF)  and the Organizers act only as a provider with respect to travel and shall, under no circumstances, be held responsible for injury, damage, loss, accident, delays, or any unpredictable event whatsoever.

Therefore, no refund or compensation will be made by AFSF or the Organizers for any damage incurred by the participant.

Participants are required to purchase their own travel insurance with emergency and medical coverage. Our partner travel agency Calparrio can help participants purchase one.  Purchase must be made before departure. 

Important Policies

• A non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot.
  
• We are unable to offer refunds for any reason after July 24, 2026. Therefore, we highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance within 14 days of making your deposit. See above for our recommendations for insurance.
  
• All travelers must have a valid passport that is valid for at least six months after the return date.
  
• Participants should be in good health and capable of taking part in the scheduled activities. Participation in activities is optional; however, no price adjustments will be made for skipped activities.
  
• L'Alliance Française de San Francisco and Alliance Française Normandie reserve the right to make adjustments to the itinerary as needed.

Reservations and Cancellations

Registration form and non refundable deposit must be received at the time of registration.
As space is limited, reservations will be honored in the order received.
Full trip payment must be completed by August 15, 2026.

Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to Cindy Beziat – AFSF Events and Communication Coordinator at cindy@afsf.com with cc to angela@afsf.com.

Cancellations received after July 1st, 2026, will result in forfeiture of 66% of the full trip cost per person.
Cancellations received after July 24, 2026, will necessitate forfeiture of the full trip cost per person.

By signing and returning this Reservation Form, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to the terms and conditions as indicated. You specifically waive any claims of action against AFSF, its Board of Directors, its staff, and its representatives, as well as against the Organizers in case of any loss of property, accident, or injury in connection with this program.

You also accept that you are responsible for any travel visa / permit that might be required by you to allow you to travel to France and for return to the United States.

*** ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) is a new, mandatory digital travel authorization for visa-exempt travelers (e.g., US, UK, Canadian citizens) visiting 30 European countries for short stays, starting in late 2026. It costs €20 and is valid for 3 years, helping enhance security checks.