Programs and prices

Description of the immersion program :

The immersion program includes the accommodation in a self-catering appartment, close to all amenities, 15 hours of individual French lessons (3h every morning or afternoon) but you will share more time with me as 2 activities per week are also included (1 in Pau and 1 excursion to discover the area), according to your preferences, such as going to the market, the library, the brocante, visiting town centre, walking in the woods etc (see list below)…

In total, you will speak French 25 hours in a week. That will help you to improve your understanding and comprehension level considerably in a short amount of time! You will get many occasions to talk to native speakers outside of the classroom while we go out or on your free time.

To end this wonderful week, we will have lunch together on Friday, which will be a very good occasion to keep speaking French.


« This is my 3rd French language immersion program this year, and while all have been great, Delphine stands out as exceptional. »

— Melania, San Francisco

What is included in the price?

€ 2250

  • 25 hours of French practice with
  • 15 hours of tailor-made private lessons
  • 1 activity of choice in Pau (see list below)
  • 1 excursion of your choice (see liste below)
  • a lunch shared with your teacher on the last day
  • The definition of your immersion project before your arrival: one or two calls so that the program of activities classes best meets your needs
  • 7 nights in a beautiful comfortable apartment in the historical center of Pau, overlooking the castle and the Pyrenees!

List of activities in Pau :

  • nature walk: by the river, in the forest, at the edge of a lake, around the nautical stadium … The choice is yours!
  • walk around the castle of Franqueville and its vineyards
  • traditional weekly market of Jurançon or Billère or “les halles” of Pau
  • shopping walk in the city: I will give you all the tips for souvenir shopping or tasting local specialties!
  • visit of the fine arts museum
  • visit of Mr Laurent’s cookies factory (during school holidays only)
  • antique hunting in the huge Emmaüs flea market
  • visit of the castle of Pau (château de Pau, birthplace of king Henri IV)*
  • theater or cinema *
  • artistic creation workshop with a professional trained in the creative journal method *

For *rated activities an additional charge is to be expected as the price of the tickets is not included.

Artistic creation workshop :

Experience a sensitive and artistic immersion to discover the French language in a new way. Through the creative journal, Aurore offers you a space for expression combining collage, intuitive drawing, free writing and inner exploration. A gentle and fun approach to practice French, enrich your vocabulary, develop confidence in speaking and writing… While reconnecting to your creativity. No level of French or artistic skills are required – just the desire to explore and express oneself differently.

Visit her website to learn more about it.

price for 1 person : € 70 for 2 hours, material provided

List of excursions :

  • hiking around a lake or on the slopes of Jurançon vineyard
  • visit of the Cave de Gan (cooperative of wine producers of Jurançon)
  • visit of the medieval town of Lescar
  • visit of La Commanderie de Lacommande
  • Romanesque cathedral of Oloron-Sainte-Marie and Lindt chocolate factory shop
  • Pic du Ger cable car, near Lourdes, to admire the magnificent view of the mountains *
  • wine tasting of Jurançon in an independent vineyard *
  • visit of the caves of Bétharram *

Don’t hesitate to ask me if you have a special request. I can arrange a cooking or yoga class, massage or any activity you would enjoy !

Bétharram caves
hiking in the Pyrénées

Full-day excursions :

If you choose to take a day trip, the cost is not included in the program. To go to Bayonne, I will ask you either to pay the round-trip train ticket for you and me, or a participation of € 80 to cover the gas and toll fees if we go there by car. To go to Artouste, I will ask you for a participation of € 50 for the transport by car and the price of the tickets (cable car + train) for you and me, will be at your expense.

Prices :

Useful informations :

Arrivals are preferely done on Sunday afternoon or evening and departures on Saturday morning. Classes are held 5 days a week from Monday to Friday.

According to reservations already made by other guests, this schedule can be adapted to your holiday wishes : change your arrival/departure day, move lessons to another day in order to plan a full-day excursion for example… 

I stay flexible to make your stay a pleasant and fun experience. An immersion program is quite demanding, so it is important to listen to yourself and adapt the week according to your possibilities : you will be welcome to have a rest or free time whenever you need some.

I will do my best to satisfy my student’s wishes according to their personnality and needs 🙂