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Tour #: 2109267FZ
Spain, France, Italy, & Switzerland
The Travel Club at The Centre for Learning @ HOME is organizing an April, 2021, school
trip to Spain, France, Italy, and Switzerland. The basic premise of the Travel Club is that the
“World is our Classroom.” There is no
better way to learn about globalization,
culture, nationalism, art, architecture,
geography, sociology, faith, and
history than to experience the world
firsthand. Yes, we will be visiting
Barcelona pictured here. This will be
the 10th time I have personally led
international tours for the Centre for
Learning@HOME. The number of
teacher chaperones will be determined
by the number of students traveling. We will be employing the services of Education First
Tours (EF Tours) and will be traveling over Easter break (March 30- April 9, 2021). T h i s
tour is available for students in Grades 9 to 12.
Each day of this 11-day journey will leave students inspired- from the tranquility of lakes
Lucerne and Como, to the Mediterranean shores of Cinque Terre and Nice, to the culture and
architecture of Provence and Barcelona.
The purpose of this document is to
provide trip details so you can make an
informed decision whether or not you
would like to join us. The cost of this
tour for students is $3950.00. This
amount is paid directly to EF Tours and
includes all gratuities and EF Tours
Global Protection Insurance Plan as well
as a host of other items. See page 16 for
a detailed list called “Everything you
Get.” EF Tours has a wealth of
experience with international travel for students. Students in grades 9 to 12 in April of
2021, are eligible to participate. Hotels, travel, and tours are very safe and are fully insured.
See above p h o t o o f Cinque Terre, Italy. See page 16 for a detailed list called
“Everything you Get.”
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
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This price includes:
• Round-trip – Airfare on a major carrier
• 10 Overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
• Complete breakfast and dinner daily
• Full-time bi-lingual tour guide
• All activities, entrances and sightseeing listed in the itinerary
• Sightseeing tour led by licensed (local) specialist guide
• Gratuities
• Swiss Folklore Evening (Music, Food, and Dance)
• Deluxe motor coach (bus)
• Baggage Fees (students can take one checked bag and one carry-on). I
will send each student an EF Tours backpack
When our group arrives in Europe everything is taken care of so we can relax and
enjoy the experience. Our full-time Tour Director is with our group around the clock,
handling local transportation, hotels, and meals while also providing their own
insight into the local history and culture. Expert local guides will lead your group on
sightseeing tours, providing detailed views of history, art, architecture or anything
you may have a question about.
Spain, France, Italy, and Switzerland (11 Days)
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Spain, France, Italy, and Switzerland/ TOUR SCHEDULE
March 30- April 9, 2021
Day 1: Flight to Zurich, Switzerland
Day 2: Arrive in Zurich
The Tour Director will lead a bus and walking tour in Zurich prior to our departure to Lucerne.
See Zurich below.
Day 3: Lucerne, Switzerland
Swiss Folklore Evening
The Tour Director will lead group on a
walking tour to see tour of Lucerne. After
lunch students will have Discovery time. In
the evening we will have a special event, a
Swiss Folklore Evening. With outstanding
food and the unique
Swiss atmosphere,
you can enjoy
original Swiss
folklore. Traditional
Swiss customs
including alphorns,
cowbells, national costumes, flag throwing and yodeling, and traditional
Swiss music will make this an unforgettable experience, a unique combination of good food, music
and fun.
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
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Swiss Folklore Evening
Join us for a bit of Swiss tradition. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal, including the chance to try
fondue—the Swiss national dish! Afterwards, watch a show, complete with yodeling, traditional
dancing, and Alpine horns.
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
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Day 4: Lucerne - Lake Como - Cinque Terre
Our Tour Director will lead the group on a
walking tour to see the Lion Monument and
then transfer to Lake Como, Italy. He/she
will then walk the group to a central location and give discovery time for sightseeing and lunch.
The Como Cathedral is free to enter (see photo below right); shoulders and legs must be covered.
Afternoon: Continue to hotel in the Cinque Terre region.
Evening: Dinner at the hotel.
Lake Como, Italy below
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
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Day 5: Cinque Terre
Transfer to La Spezia train station and explore the Cinque Terre by train. The Tour Director will
take the group to two villages where we will have discovery time in each.
Afternoon: Discovery time in the villages
Evening: Return to the hotel for dinner.
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
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Day 6: Cinque Terre & French Riviera
Sightseeing tour in Monaco.
Promenade des Anglais below
Morning: Transfer to Monaco. The Tour Director will lead a sightseeing tour in Monaco.
Discovery time until lunch.
Afternoon: Nice. The Tour Director will lead a walking tour of Nice. Discovery time in
the afternoon.
Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant.
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
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Day 7: French Riviera & Provence, France
The French Riviera (or Côte d'Azur) is the Mediterranean coast of southeastern France. It includes
famously glamorous beach resorts such as Saint-Tropez and Cannes, and the independent
microstate of Monaco. A health retreat in the 18th century, the area later attracted aristocrats, artists
and the 1960s "jet set." Today it is an established holiday destination, with paths connecting many
coastal villages and towns.
Transfer to Provence | Walking tour of Avignon/Papal Palace
Morning: Transfer to Provence.
Afternoon: The Tour Director will lead a walking tour to the Papal Palace for a self-guided
visit.
Evening: Dinner at the hotel.
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
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Papal Palace of Avignon, France
The Papal Palace is an historical palace located in Avignon, Southern France. It is one of the largest
and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. Once a fortress and palace, the papal
residence was the seat of Western Christianity during the 14th century. Our tour guide will lead a
walking tour to the Papal Palace for a self-guided visit.
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
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Day 8: Provence, France
Visit Pont du Gard Roman built
Aqueduct
Mighty Aqueduct Bridge rising over 3 well-
preserved arched tiers, built by 1st-century
Romans.
Morning: Pont du Gard for discovery time
and lunch.
Walking tour of Nimes
Afternoon: Go to Nimes for a walking tour led by our tour guide ending at the amphitheater for a
visit. The Arena of Nîmes is a Roman amphitheater, situated in this French city of Nîmes. Built
around AD 70 it can sit 12,000 handkerchief-waving spectators in the city’s first-century Roman
amphitheater. During Roman times, spectators enjoyed both gladiator fights and Venatio (animal
hunts) in the amphitheater. The “half-time show” at these events was typically a public stoning
of condemned criminals. Check out the video link of a Roman spectacle in the arena of Nimes,
France 2017: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHxxysEYeMA
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1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
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There will be discovery time to see the Roman temple in Nimes below.
Evening: Dinner at the hotel.
Day 9: Provence & Barcelona
Trsnsfer to Barcelona. An art lover’s dream city and the place where masters like Miró, Picasso,
and Dalí flourished. Take a walking tour of Barcelona: Las Ramblas.
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1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
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Day 10: Barcelona
Barcelona, the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s Catalonia region, is known for its art and
architecture. The fantastical Sagrada Família church and other modernist landmarks designed by
Antoni Gaudí dot the city. Museu Picasso and Fundació Joan Miró feature modern art by their
namesakes. The city includes several Roman archaeological sites.
Morning: Depart hotel after breakfast with a local guide for sightseeing tour of Barcelona. Visit
Parque Guell and view the exterior of la Sagrada Familia. Continue on to Montjuic on the bus with
a stop for a panoramic vista of Barcelona.
Discovery time and visit to a chocolate museum in the afternoon
Parque Guell below
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1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
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We will visit the Parc de Montjuic below
Evening: Dinner at the hotel.
Day 11: Transfer to Barcelona airport
*Participants are not permitted to consume, purchase, or possess
alcohol, non-prescription drugs, marijuana/cannabis or tobacco
of any kind*
There are no tour extensions for students. We must depart from Calgary
and return to Calgary together as one group. We will attend Mass over
Easter weekend.
The cost of this tour for students in grades 9 to 12 is $3950.00. Interest free
payments c a n b e m a d e directly to EF Tours.
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
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Information regarding EF Tour’s Booking Conditions, EF’s Global T r a v e l
Protection Plan (which each participant receives as part of their tour fees), and Release
and Agreement can be found at the following EF Tours web links. Please read the
financial, registration, and insurance details at these links prior to signing up for this
trip.
• The updated information on our Global Travel Protection Plan
Insurance: https://www.eftours.ca/help-centre/safety/travel-coverage
• EF’s Booking Conditions: This EF Tours web link includes information regarding
cancellations, refunds, insurance, and payment schedule etc.
Please visit link at: https://www.eftours.ca/eliterature/eng_booking-conditions_s20.pdf
• Help Centre: https://www.eftours.ca/help-centre
Need More Information
I am happy to talk with you if you have any questions. If you
would like to discuss our trip, please contact me, Mr. Allan
Brennan, at one of the following contacts:
To e-mail me in First Class just type Mr Brennan into the To
box
From a Telus, Hotmail, Shaw, or other account you can
send e-mails to: albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
Phone me at: (403) 938-8046 ext. 5304
1-800-659-1945 (ext. 5304)
Mr. Allan Brennan
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
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If you are interested in signing up for this CFL student
trip/adventure, you can enroll two different ways:
1) You can complete the registration process online by doing the
following:
Go to: https://www.eftours.ca/tour-website/2109267FZ
Click on Enroll Now tab and complete the online registration form.
The tour number is: 2109267FZ
2) Or, you can phone in your registration to EF Tours @ 1-800-263- 2806
(Quote tour #: 2109267FZ).
Please be advised that you will need a deposit of at least
$199.00 to officially register and thus secure a seat on this trip. If you like, you
can organize an interest free automatic monthly payment plan with EF Tours.
Please ask them for details when you phone.
Centre for Learning@HOME School Trips led by Mr. Allan Brennan include:
1. Switzerland, Germany, Italy (2005)
2. England & France (2006)
3. Greece & Italy (2007)
4. Italy, Croatia, Medjugori (2009)
5. Costa Rica (2011)
6. France, the Riviera, & Italy (2013)
7. Germany, France, & the Netherlands (2015)
8. New York, Washington, & Gettysburg (2017)
9. Italy: Rome to Sicily (2019)
10. Spain, France, Italy, Switzerland (2021)
A typical coach Bus used by EF Tours
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1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304
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• Airfare & transportation: Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered.
We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
• Hotels: Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your
destination.
• Meals: Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches
are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
• Entrances: To attractions
• Full-time Tour Director: Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight
while handling all on-tour logistics.
• Expert Local Guides: Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing
tours.
• weShare—Personalized Learning: Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and
after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project.
• Continuous Support: Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling
travellers to planning and managing your tour.
• 24-hour Emergency Service: Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service
team.
• Worldwide Presence: EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever
you go, we’re there too
e-mail: albrennan@redeemer.ab.ca
1-800-659-1945 ext. 5304Student and Parent Testimonials from Previous Trips:
Third child! Third trip!
In planning the Italy and France trip in
2013 Al Brennan was extremely comforting
for the parents and participants. He
walked us through every step of the way
and left no stone unturned when it came to
answering our questions or concerns. I was
a little worried about my son being in a
new element with unfamiliar faces, but this
trip proved to be more than we bargained
for. Our son blossomed and met many like-
minded children with similar interests. He Not to mention the new
came home knowing that outside of school, friendships developed with a students
there's this whole world of possibilities. from all over Alberta. Some that
become lifelong friendships filled with
amazing memories.
Maureen L.
I wanted to let you know how much my daughter
enjoyed her trip to Costa Rica. I would like to thank I loved the tour. I have always
you for giving me the confidence in you to trust you, wanted to travel to Italy and Greece
Mr. Brennan, with one of the two people I love the and I’m really glad I did this with
most. you, Mr. Brennan. Greece was
I knew that my daughter was in very capable hands. amazing but Rome was my
I knew that you would ensure her safety and that is favourite. The food was excellent
exactly what happened. My daughter learned a lot… and the sights were perfect. None of
EF Tours is a fabulous organization and makes this could have been possible
certain the students are taken care, and you, my without out and your amazing
friend, have proved that the students are actually teachers that introduced all of this
cared for… to me. I made some great friends on
I would like to thank you in assisting my daughter in this trip and our guide was great
making life long memories in a very positive too. I would definitely recommend it.
experience.
The kids had the trip of a lifetime on the Italy: Rome to Sicily trip and came home with an understanding that
went far beyond the textbook while the teachers from CFL added a great energy to the excursion, were helpful,
fun and a wonderful part of the trip. Our family will definitely take part in future trips organized by CFL at
Home and EF Tours. 5 Stars
Carol S. 2019
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