French Immersion in Melbourne in Septembre 2025

Dates

Monday 22nd to Thursday 25th Septembre 2025

Accommodation

Hotel Batman’s Hill on Collin's
623 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Located in the heart of Melbourne, Batman’s Hill on Collin's offers stylish and comfortable accommodations, just opposite Southern Cross Station. The hotel provides easy access to Melbourne’s top attractions, including Crown Casino, Docklands, and vibrant shopping and dining precincts. With an on-site restaurant, bar, and lounge, as well as modern amenities, Batman’s Hill on Collins is an excellent choice for both business and leisure travelers seeking convenience and comfort in the city.

Each participant can choose a 3.5-star standard room or upgrade to a 4.5-star option for an enhanced experience.

Standard Queen Room

Combine convenience and comfort. Appointed with contemporary fittings, they offer a 3.5 star budget option with a 4 stars service and a priceless location.

Room includes: Free High-speed wi-fi, One queen bed or 2 twin single beds, Individually controlled A/C and heating, Bar Fridge, Smart TV, Daily Room Servicing, Hairdryer, Iron/Ironing board, Walk-in shower, Tea/Coffee facilities, 24-hour room service, Large Desk and ergonomic chair

Premiere King Room - Supplément $200

The Premiere Rooms offer spacious 4 star suites with impeccable service and an unrivalled location. Perfect for travellers and discerning guests, they will make your stay as unique as our property.

Room includes: 24-hour room service, One king bed / two large single beds, Spacious bathroom, Shower, Desk & ergonomic chair, Individually controlled A/C and heating, Bar Fridge, Large Screen Smart TV, Daily Room Servicing, Tea/Coffee facilities, Hairdryer, Iron/Ironing board, Telephone, Free Wi-Fi

Programme

This program is indicative and may change slightly.

Day 1 - Monday 22 September

• 1pm Group transfer from Melbourne Airport
• 2pm    Check in at Hotel Batman’s Hill on Collin's
• 3pm     Welcome & ice-breaker activities to get to know each other
• 4pm     Guided walk tour: Explore Melbourne’s French heritage with a new guide & itinerary
• 7pm     Dinner (2 course meal) at a French restaurant in South Yarra (accessible by train)

Day 2

• 8am     Breakfast
• 9am Class 1 by FALC teacher(s)
• 12pm   Free lunch
• 2pm     NGV Exhibition Visit – Discover a French Impressionism exhibition
• 4pm     Free time
• 7pm     Dinner at Handpicked Wines Cellar Door, a two-course meal with a curated wine

Day 3

• 8am   Breakfast
• 9am Class 2 by FALC teacher(s)
• 12pm  Free lunch
• 2pm    Activity in French indoor or outdoor, depending on the weather (park or museum)
• 4pm Vue de Monde Rooftop Experience – Enjoy stunning city views with a cocktail
• 5.30pm French Cooking Class & Dinner - Hands-on class with a French chef, preparing a full gourmet meal (entrée, main, dessert). BYO drinks.

Day 4

• 8am Breakfast & check out
• 9am Class 3 by FALC teacher(s)
• 12pm Group transfer to the airport

Classes, Levels & Activities

Groups & Levels

Each class will be taught by one or two FALC teacher(s) -- depending on group size -- on a variety of activities and topics, typically related to the activity planned on the same day. The main goal is to improve comprehension and conversational French, to immerse yourself in the language and « force » yourself to use as much French as possible throughout the day. All in a pleasant atmosphere, of course!

The minimum level required to attend this immersion is Intermediate, i.e. B1.1 and above.
Participants are expected to speak French at all times throughout the immersion. English is not allowed!

If you are not sure of your level, please contact us at info@frenchalacarte.com.au.

French Classes

Each day French à la Carte teachers teach a French lesson tailored to the participants level, focusing on improving conversational French and fluency in speaking and comprehension. Each lesson may include some grammar, aural comprehension, writing and of course speaking. Participants are split into small groups to work in collaborative tasks together. Topics can vary, but are always connected to an aspect of French culture.

French Impressionism Exhibition - National Gallery of Victoria

French Impressionism is a major exhibition developed by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, in partnership with the National Gallery of Victoria. The exhibition charts the trajectory of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism in late nineteenth-century France, highlighting the renowned avant-garde artists at the centre of this period of radical experimentation, who boldly rejected the artistic conventions of their time.

Drawn from MFA Boston’s rich collection of Impressionist masterworks, French Impressionism presents more than 100 paintings by key figures including Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Edgar Degas, Camille Pissarro, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassatt, Berthe Morisot, Paul Signac and Alfred Sisley. Audiences will have the opportunity to experience the hallmarks of Impressionism: distinctive brushwork, vivid use of colour, innovative viewpoints, and depictions of subjects and places dear to the artists.

Through ten thematic sections, French Impressionism will evoke the artistic energy and intellectual dynamism of the period by placing emphasis on the thoughts and observations of the artists themselves. Their words, as recorded in letters, journals and articles, will reveal the mutual admiration and personal connections that united the practitioners at the centre of this avant-garde movement.   

Meals

All lunches during the immersion are at your own expense, giving you the flexibility to explore Melbourne’s diverse culinary scene at your own pace.

However, all dinners are included in the program, offering carefully selected dining experiences:

On the first night, you'll enjoy a two-course French dinner in South Yarra, where drinks can be purchased separately.

The second evening, you'll dine at Handpicked Wines Cellar Door, a French wine bar offering a two course French dinner, curated wine and dining experience, with drinks available for purchase.

Finally, on the third night you'll take part in a hands-on French cooking class, where you'll prepare a gourmet three-course meal (entrée, main, and dessert) under the guidance of a French chef. This experience is BYO, so feel free to bring your favorite bottle of wine to complement your meal.

Price

$2,795 per person

Premiere King Room - Supplément $200 (email us after you booked to let us know you'd like a Premier room)

Deposit to secure your booking: $500
Bookings are on a first come first serve basis. We will reserve your spot once we receive payment of the deposit.
Minimum 15, maximum 24 participants

Including

• 3 nights accommodation at Hotel Batman’s Hill on Collin's in an individual room with ensuite bathroom
• 3 breakfast
• 3 dinners (drinks not included)
• 1 drink at Vue de Monde Rooftop Bar
• Ticket to Impressionism Exhibition
• Guided walking tour of Melbourne
• Cooking Class experience by a French chef
• A personalised program of in-class activities led by FALC teachers
• 24/7 assistance by our partner Madame Voyage and FALC teachers before and during the immersion
  All transports during the immersion
  Group transfers from and to the airport (if you book the recommended arrival/departure flights)

Excluding

• Journey there & back
• Lunches
• Beverages
  Travel insurance (recommended)

More info

Email us at info@frenchalacarte.com.au or call us at 0400 141 370 for further details about this immersion.

Cancellation Policy

Full payment is required by August 1st.

• Cancellation before August 1st: the full deposit will be forfeited
• Cancellation after August 1st: no refund possible