2026 Kinston London and Paris Explorers Program
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April 1, 2026 -
April 10, 2026
Dates are tentative
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| Program Tuition: |
$3,990 USD
Airfare not included in program tuition
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| Estimated Airfare: | $1,250 |
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Program Highlights
Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!
Marvel world-class collections of art in the museums of Paris
Have the adventure of a lifetime with your friends
Take a workshop and watch a performance at The Globe Theatre
Wander ornate hallways and manicured gardens at the Palace of Versailles
Admire London's world-famous sites
Visit the Houses of Parliament
The Itinerary
We do everything possible to abide by itineraries as originally planned, but decades of experience teaches that we must be flexible in our planning. Changes to a trip’s schedule are uncommon, but Walking Tree reserves the right to make adjustments to programming in the best interest of the group.
| Day | Location | Description | Lodging |
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| 1 | USA-London | The adventure begins! Today we will take an overnight flight to London. | Flight |
| 2 | London | Arriving in London airport, we will meet our program leader and travel to our centrally located hotel. After freshening up, we will meet for our orientation meeting to go over the upcoming trip in detail. We’ll take a guided walking tour of the city to get oriented, passing iconic sites like Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden. We’ll continue our tour at the famous London Eye, where we’ll enjoy stunning views of the city skyline as the sun sets. Afterward, we’ll head to a cozy restaurant for a welcome dinner, sharing our excitement for the days ahead before returning to the hotel to rest. | London Hotel |
| 3 | London | Today, we immerse ourselves in London’s royal and historic charm. Our guided tour will start at the Tower of London, where we marvel at the Crown Jewels and hear thrilling stories of its dramatic history. From there, we walk along the Thames to visit Tower Bridge and snap some memorable photos. We will have a picnic lunch in the area. Right after, we visit Buckingham Palace, witnessing the Changing of the Guard if the timing aligns. In the afternoon, we head to a soccer match (if the schedule permits) and cheer alongside passionate fans, experiencing the electric atmosphere of British football firsthand. Dinner takes us to a cozy local restaurant, where we enjoy seasonal British dishes before unwinding after a full day. | London Hotel |
| 4 | London | We dedicate today to exploring London’s literary and cultural treasures. We begin at the British Library, where we see artifacts like Shakespeare’s First Folio and the Magna Carta. Next, we take a guided visit of Kia Oval in Kennington. More than 150 years old, this is the home to Surrey County Cricket Club and has witnessed some famous victories, including England’s Ashes win in 2005. Afterwards, we go to Shakespeare’s Globe for a guided tour that lets us step into the shoes of Elizabethan actors. We will have picnic lunch and then we head to the Tate Modern to immerse ourselves in contemporary art. For dinner, we head to the vibrant Soho district, enjoying a mix of traditional British flavors with a modern twist. | London Hotel |
| 5 | London | This day is all about London’s rich museums and lively markets. We start at the British Museum, where we explore world-famous artifacts like the Rosetta Stone. After a quick lunch at Borough Market, sampling everything from Scotch eggs to artisanal pastries, we visit the Natural History Museum to learn about dinosaurs and Earth’s wonders. Later, we head to Wembley, one of the most famous soccer stadium in London for a guided tour that dives into the culture of British football. For dinner, we enjoy a relaxed meal at a local market eatery or gastropub, reflecting on our adventures and soaking up the atmosphere. We go back to our hotel to pack and get ready for our trip to Paris the next day. | London Hotel |
| 6 | London-Paris | On our final day, we visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, climbing to its dome for stunning views of London while reflecting on its role during the Blitz. We will then head to St. Pancras International Station to board the Eurostar train to Paris. We will have our lunch in the train. During the journey, we enjoy the scenic countryside views as we travel under the English Channel. We’ll arrive in the City of Light, ready to begin the next chapter of our adventure! We will have time to check in and freshen up in our hotel before we head out for a guided walking tour of Montmartre, one of the most charming neighborhoods in Paris. Also known as the painter's corner. It's small, steep streets constitute a network that connects the city's oldest cabarets to the surroundings of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. We'll check out some of the most well-known corners of the neighborhood, including the the Bateau Lavoir and the Cafe au deux Moulins famous for the movie Amelie. In the evening we will eat at a local restaurant and head back to our hotel. | Paris Hotel |
| 7 | Paris | This morning we will visit one of the most important museums in the world: the Louvre! Inaugurated in 1793, it boasts a collection of more than 300,000 pieces. We'll start early to miss the worst of the crowds. Afterwards we will have a picnic at the Tuileries garden. After eating we will walk to The Musée de l'Orangerie, an art gallery of impressionist and post-impressionist paintings. This is also where the water lilies of Monet are housed. We will walk and admire Place de la Concorde and Place Vendome. We will take the metro to go back to our hotel where we will have dinner in the area. | Paris Hotel |
| 8 | Paris | After breakfast we will leave for Versailles Palace. This one of the most visited French sites in Paris, for its architecture, its gardens and above all for its history. Symbol of the absolutist power of the French monarchs and especially of Louis XIV, the main architect of what is today the Palace and its Gardens. We will have a picnic lunch at Versailles before heading back to Paris. In the afternoon, we will head towards the “Champs de Mars”, where we can continue taking photos and admire the Eiffel Tower. We will then have dinner before heading back to our hotel. | Paris Hotel |
| 9 | Paris | We will start the day by taking a metro to see the Notre Dame Cathedral, a masterpiece of medieval art that is still recovering from a devastating fire; We will then cross to the Rive Gauche to spend some time at Shakespeare and Co., was founded in 1951 An American serviceman, George Whitman. We will then stop by a boulangerie to buy our lunch and have a picnic lunch at the the Luxembourg Palace and Gardens. We will continue our walking tour of the Latin Quarter; the Sorbonne; We will enter the Pantheon of illustrious men where we can visit Napoleon's mausoleum is located; The afternoon will be an excellent chance to do some (window) shopping at one of the most exclusive shopping districts in the world; Champs-Élysées. We'll climb the Arc de Triomphe and head back to our hotel. We'll have dinner at a restaurant before heading back for a good night's sleep. | Paris Hotel |
| 10 | Paris | Today we will head to the airport for the flight home. Bon Voyage! | Your own bed, eventually |
Accommodations
In order to provide a safe and memorable experience, we follow strict guidelines when choosing group accommodations. Walking Tree partners with hotels and guest houses which are centrally located, locally operated, clean and safe. We inspect each partner hotel to ensure they meet these standards.
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
This hotel is located within a 3-minute walk from Kensington High Street and within easy reach from the shops and restaurants of Knightsbridge and Notting Hill. Rooms here feature TVs and in-room safes. All are en-suite and feature coffee and tea making facilities. Free WiFi is available in all areas. The hotel has a restaurant, a cafe, include, a conference centre and a fitness room. Students will be grouped in their rooms according to gender.
Citadines Montmartre Paris
The Citadines Montmartre Paris is located in a residential area in Paris near Place de Clichy at the foot of the Butte Montmartre. It offer furnished studios and rooms, just a 10-minute metro ride from the Champs Elysées. Its apartments are equipped with private bathrooms area and some of them have balconies. Citadines Montmartre Paris has a rooftop terrace that provides a view of the city. Citadines Montmartre Paris is just 200 metres from the Moulin Rouge and 1 km from the Sacré-Coeur Basilica. The property is a 15-minute metro ride from the Gare du Nord and Saint Lazare Station.
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24/7 GLOBAL EMERGENCY LINE
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EXPERT LEADERSHIP
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COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM SUPPORT
DEDICATION TO CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT
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This being my first experience with an international trip for my child I have nothing to compare it to. However I feel Walking Tree did an excellent job from conception to completion with informing me on costs, what to expect, safety concerns, and sharing the experience through their blog. While I was worried about how safe my child would be on a trip… on the other side of the world, she told me that she felt safer than school safe.
Stephanie
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Your Adventure Includes
Estimated Airfare
In order to give our travelers the best possible price, we break out airfare from the Program Tuition. We will still handle all booking and ticketing via our flight partner who has access to special fares not available to the general public. Once confirmed, you will be invoiced for the flight roughly 75 days prior to travel.
Program Tuition Excludes: Travel insurance, baggage fees, passport/visa fees, laundry, souvenirs, and activities not listed on itinerary.
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