School Trips To Washington

Discover the power and story of a nation.

If you’re willing to go a little further afield, a school trip to Washington, DC, will create a lifetime of memories for your students.

They’ll always remember standing in the exact spot where presidents have been sworn in, setting eyes on the White House for the first time, or seeing the inner workings of the Capitol.

Washington is great if you’re teaching global politics or American history. Everywhere you go, there are reminders of a nation that has defined and built itself from the ground up – from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to the artefacts inside the Smithsonian Museums.

Visiting Washington is quite possibly a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many of your students. So, to make the most of your time away, get in touch with our team. Our travel advisers, many of whom have visited the city multiple times, can help you plan a fun-filled, but educational, itinerary.

All you need to do is get in touch. We’ll handle the rest.

Why Choose Washington For An Educational Tour?

See democracy in action

If you’re teaching politics and civil rights, there aren’t many destinations as valuable for your students as Washington. Your group will be familiar with the power and influence of the US, but for the first time, they’ll witness it up close.

Enjoy packed itineraries

Washington is full of great experiences for school groups. Arts and culture, history & heritage, monuments & memorials, parks & nature, shopping & entertainment – there is no shortage of attractions and activities to keep you occupied. The Smithsonian museums, for example, are among the best in the world – and most don’t cost a penny to enter.

Experience a new culture

Chances are, most of your students have never been to the US before. This is a great opportunity to broaden their horizons and support their development into independent young adults.

Example Itinerary

Here’s a sample itinerary for a four-day trip to Washington. Please note that this is only an example of a tour that we could organise, everything can be adapted to fit your needs.

Day	Morning	Afternoon	Evening	Meals
1	Flight from the UK to USA	Transfer to accommodation.	Local familiarisation.	Evening meal included
2	Visit Capitol Hill and Capitol Building.	Visit the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, and more.	Enjoy an evening meal and activity.	Breakfast & evening meals included
3	Visit the famous Smithsonian Museums.	Cross Potomac River & visit Arlington Cemetery.	Enjoy an evening meal at a local restaurant.	Breakfast & evening meals included
4	Visit to the White House Visitors Centre and Ford’s Theatre.	Finish with a spot of sightseeing and shopping.	Transfer to the airport for return flight.	Breakfast meal at hotel, evening meal on flight.