From the origins of discontent under the Ancien Régime, through the turmoil of Revolution and The Terror to the centralising influence of Napoleon, our guided history tours can bring to life this pivotal point in European history. The tour will focus on the sites associated with the major events and characters of this period, showing their importance then and their legacy to modern-day French and European culture.
Curriculum Focus
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- The Origins of the French Revolution
- The transfer from Monarchy to Republic
- The Terror and its effects
| - The rise of Napoleon and the move to Empire
- The Restoration and the revolutionary legacy
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- Sites of Revolution tour
- Paris of the Ancien Régime tour
- Musée Carnavalet
- Les Invalides
- The Conciergerie
- Chateau de Versailles
- Arras - birthplace of Robespierre
| | - Eiffel Tower
- Le Stade de France
- Seine River Cruise
- Montmartre and Sacré Coeur
- Disneyland Resort Paris
- Park Asterix
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| 4-Day Inclusive French Revolution Guided History Package |  | | from only | £287pp* | | travelling February 2011 |
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| | Morning | Afternoon | Evening | | Day 1 | Morning departure from school | Optional lunchtime stop in Arras Met by NST Representative at accommodation who'll provide check-in assistance | Evening meal
Lecture on Paris in the 18th century - The City & the Revolution | | Day 2 | Half day sites of the Revolution Tour | Half day guided tour - A walk through the Ancien Régime | Evening meal | | Day 3 | Full day excursion to Versailles & Petit Trianon Palace | Evening meal | | Day 4 | Free time for shopping and sightseeing. Departure for return journey to school |  | Morning | Afternoon | Evening | Conciergerie Ascend Montparnasse for panoramic views of Paris | Evening meal |
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| Price includes: | - Executive coach transport from & to school & throughout your stay+
- 3 nights half-board accommodation at Residence International de Paris
- Visits shown
- Services of NST Paris Representative to assist with check-in & provide 24hr assistance
| - Extensive group travel insurance
- Services of a Guide Lecturer throughout your visit
- Generous free place ratio of 1 in 8
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| *Price shown based on 35 paying passengers departing on 10/02/11 & are subject to availablility. Entrance fees for some of the visits featured may be payable locally, but are included in the price shown. +Subject to EU drivers' regulations. |
Other dates & prices are available. Please call for details.
