English & Culture Summer Camp in Athens
This program is designed for anyone who wants to improve their English in a stunning setting while discovering or deepening their knowledge of the history and mythology of the Greek capital. In addition to three hours of English instruction per day, students will share classes and activities with peers from other countries and enjoy must-see visits such as the Acropolis, the National Gallery, the Peloponnese, and the island of Euboea, as well as swimming and numerous lively evening activities. An international, dynamic, and immersive program.
Highlights of the trip
Your trip at a glance
Accommodation
- A beautiful 4-star hotel, ideally located near the heart of Athens
- Very comfortable rooms with 3 to 4 beds
- You can stay with one or more friends
- Full board with hot meals for lunch and dinner ( on excursion days, packed lunches are provided)
Class
- 3 hours of English class per day*
- Classes of 15 students of different nationalities, formed based on a placement test
- Interactive courses for significant improvement in both writing and speaking
- Practicing speaking skills to build self-confidence
- Grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and listening comprehension
- Practical exercises, press reviews, discussions, role-playing, etc.
- Courses taught by a team of qualified international instructors
*Some classes will take place outside the classroom, in museums or during themed field trips, so that students can apply their knowledge in real-life situations and gain a deeper understanding of and experience with Greek culture.
Supervision
- International and French instructors and activity leaders available 24 hours a day
- 1 adult for every 15 young people
- 1 French supervisor on site, available to parents
- Priorities: progress in English, youth safety and well-being
Sightseeing and Recreation
- Many leisurely afternoons and day trips, led in English, such as:
-Culture and exploration: in-depth tours of Athens’ historic center, the Acropolis and its museum, as well as its iconic neighborhoods. The itinerary also includes the changing of the guard, the National History Museum, the Olympic sites, the ancient site of Epidaurus, the National Garden, the National Gallery, and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Excursions are also planned to the Peloponnese,notably the Corinth Canal and Nafplio, and to the island of Euboea (Evia Island), to enjoy landscapes and sites steeped in history.
-Leisure activities and swimming: afternoons at the beach, swimming, and breaks by the water to enjoy the Greek coastline.
- Every evening, there are organized activities such as: DJ parties, Greek dance workshops, LipSync battles, beach parties, movie nights, Athens by night, and more.
Important: This trip is for young people who can swim.
Sample itinerary for a one-week stay
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| morning | 3 hours of English lessons | Introductory lesson (3 hours): The Acropolis and its museum | 3 hours of English lessons | 3 hours of English lessons | Introductory Lesson (3 hours): The Agora of Athens | Exploring the Peloponnese (Canal of Corinth, Nafplio, the Theater of Epidaurus, etc.) | Day trip to Evia Island (medieval castle, swimming and beach games, etc.) |
| afternoon | Tour of the National Art Gallery in Athens | Excursion to Aegean Blue Beach | Tour of Athens' historic center (Parliament, changing of the guard, etc.) | Tour of the Athens Museum of Contemporary Art | Tour of the National Garden of Athens and the Panathenaic Stadium | ||
| party | Treasure Hunt | Movie Night | Greek Dances Workshop | Music Quiz or Karaoke | Athens by Night | Fashion Show |
Guided round-trip tours departing from Paris
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