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Detailed Itinerary - Tennis and multi-activity holiday

The itinerary is for guidance only and is subject to change depending on the group’s needs and wishes but is typically as follows:

Day 1 – Arrival day

• Arrive at Agen train station to be greeted by your hosts before being driven to the farmhouse where your holiday will begin (airport collections can be arranged upon request for a supplement-please see the costing and extras tab)

• Settle into your charming room before getting to know your fellow students over delicious aperitifs

• Enjoy a social evening with a 3 course gourmet dinner served in the farmhouse kitchen along with a short introduction from your hosts about what to expect over the next few days

Day 2 - Walking and Tennis 

• This morning you will walk 11km to a local delightful village market for coffee and croissants to discuss your activities with the rest of the group and your tutor Caroline

• You will have 2 hours of tennis coaching enjoying both the clay courts and hard courts

• Lunch will be served by the pool or in the farmhouse kitchen with views of the countryside all around to help inspire your creative side

• There will be free time to use all the on-site facilities before aperitifs are served by the pool

• There is always the option to use the tennis courts if you want

• A 3 course gourmet meal will then be served in the grounds or the farmhouse kitchen accompanied with local delicious wines

Day 3 – Cycling, tennis and Armagnac

• After breakfast you will coninue with your tennis 2hrs coaching

• With the use of electric bikes a lovely cycle ride in the stunning French countryside visiting French market towns.

• Early evening, you will visit a family run Armagnac distillery (which Gascony is famous for) and learn how it is made and the history behind it and, more importantly, tasting before returning for dinner back at the farmhouse

Day 4 – Free Day

• Lunch will be served by the pool or in the farmhouse kitchen depending on the season

• Late afternoon you will visit a beautiful chateau famous for its aperitifs and wines for an afternoon of wine tasting

• Dinner will be served back at the farmhouse giving you time to relax in the lounge or by the swimming pool firstly, or to take advantage of one of the onsite activities such as table tennis or cycling

• There is always the option to use the tennis courts if you want

Day 5 – Tennis and michelin star restaurant 

• Tennis coaching 2 hours

• Today we will have a relaxing lunch at a gourmet restaurant

• After lunch we will go wine tasting at one of the stunning Chateaux

• A 3 course gourmet meal will then be served in the grounds or the farmhouse kitchen this evening

Day 6 – Canoeing and tennis

• Tennis coaching 2 hours

• Lunch will be served by the pool or in the farmhouse kitchen

• Enjoy a canoe trip to a lovely local village

• There is always the option to use the tennis courts if you want

• A 3 course gourmet meal will then be served back at the farmhouse

Day 7 – Day group excursion

• Relax with a delicious breakfast this morning before heading out on a fun excursion for the day

• Today you’ll enjoy an excursion to a location of your choice! Your hosts will take you to visit further afield depending on the groups preferences

• Explore the stunning scenery and relax on your final day, and enjoy lunch whilst you out

• This evening you’ll return home for your final dinner, where you’ll reflect on the week and how much you have learnt  

Day 8 – Saturday – Departure day

• After breakfast, guests are asked to check out by 10a

• You will return home with fantastic memories

 

As with all of our exclusive breaks, this holiday can be tailored to meet the needs of the group. Please contact us to discuss your personal requirements and we will ensure your holiday is exactly as you want it to be.