History & Battlefields

History & Battlefields

There is great benefit in school tours visiting a historical site for improved understanding of a curricular topic. Many museums offer course material that can be used in class prior to departure. Additionally research projects can be followed up on tour, such as tracing the story of a local soldier.

History & Battlefields school trip destinations

Alsace

The position of Alsace on the Franco-German border means that it is easy to visit both countries in one school trip. This location has provided the region with a chequered history; you may choose to explore the Maginot line defences or the more peaceful European institutions in Strasbourg.

Alsace

Andalucia

Here is the essence of Spain with bull fighting, flamenco, hill villages, Moorish castles and the inevitable sunshine. The little villages and whitewashed houses with red tiled roofs are a charming contrast to the sandy beaches and elegant resorts of the coast. A fantastic school trip destination.

Andalucia

Beijing & Shanghai

Beijing and Shanghai largely represent the complexities of China and its people. The many sights, sounds and smells make it impossible to ignore the intensity and colour of this lively city. A school trip to China will show how the people and the government have adapted to tourism after the Olympics.

Beijing & Shanghai

Berlin

Since the 19th century, Berlin has been central to key European historical questions. With its rich cultural traditions and importance to the German economy, a school trip to Berlin provides the basis for a variety of subject areas.

Berlin

Boston

Boston is an international city that you can visit entirely on foot. From Back Bay to Beacon Hill, via Newbury Street and the North End, the sights offer a mixture of history, politics and culture, luxury boutiques and gastronomy.

Boston

Cantabria

Cantabria is home to both the famous prehistoric cave paintings of Altamira and the 13th century Collegiate Church at Santillana del Mar. There are also many further examples of Romanesque architecture and medieval churches awaiting your school tour.

Cantabria

Chateau du Molay

This is Travelbound's very own French chateau set in 38 acres of private parkland near the beautiful village of Molay Littry in Normandy; 14kms from Bayeux and 15kms from the coast and D-Day landing beaches. It is an excellent base for a variety of school trips and educational visits.

Chateau du Molay

China tour

China is an amazing country full of history, art and natural beauty. However, the nation's rapidly changing social and political climate give much educational merit to a visit here. From the Terracotta Warriors to the Great Wall, this is an educational travel destination sure to excite and inspire.

China tour

Ireland

From the beautiful countryside with its mysterious folklore to the rich history, music and literature that seeps from every pore of Ireland's city centres, this is the place for groups wishing to explore a country rich in heritage, passion and friendship.

Ireland

Krakow

Modern Krakow is a vibrant city, proud of its long and glorious history. For centuries the capital of the Polish kingdom, nowadays it is an important centre of business, culture, and education. One of the world's 12 most historic sites by UNESCO, Krakow is a great destination for a school trip. 

Krakow

London

London is a city that has become synonymous with history, arts, fashion, entertainment and the home of the Queen of England. This capital city presents a perfect opportunity to study business and history outside of the classroom on a school trip without having to go too far afield.

London

Marrakech

Marrakech is so intrinsically beautiful and rich with heritage that the moment you step foot, you feel as though you've been transported to another era. Students on a school trip here can learn about its history, culture and architecture as they absorb the sights and sounds of this mystical city.

Marrakech

Moscow

Nowhere are Russia's contrasts more apparent than Moscow - ancient monasteries and ultra-modern buildings stand side by side, while millionaires and poverty-stricken pensioners walk the same streets. A school trip here will prove to be an amazing opportunity to discover the heart of Russia.

Moscow

New York

The Big Apple is the beating heart of the United States. It is a city of stock exchanges and financial centres, museums and galleries, with a long cultural history and home of the UN. It is therefore an ideal city in which to inspire students of economics and business, art, design and citizenship.

New York

Normandy

Students on a school trip to Normandy can visit the Bayeux Tapestry, historic castles and the cemeteries and museums of the Normandy landings. Teachers looking to develop their students' understanding of the importance of these sites will find this an invaluable experience.

Normandy

Paris

A city of outstanding beauty and opportunity, Paris has monuments, museums and galleries of world renown, all within walking distance. Whether your school trip is aiming to improve language skills or learn about the history of the city, Paris presents educational outcomes in an accessible package.

Paris

Prague

With architecture akin to a fairy tale kingdom, Prague is sure to visually enchant your school tour in addition to its abundance of musical, theatrical and literary history. Highlights include the old town and Jewish quarter which holds the oldest synagogue in Europe.

Prague

Rhine & Moselle

Renowned for fine wines, romantic castles and attractive half-timbered houses, the valleys of the Rhine and Moselle provide an interesting base for a varied excursion programme. A Rhine steamer trip is included in the price of our Rhineland and Moselle school tours.

Rhine & Moselle

South Coast UK

West Sussex and Hampshire provide the perfect environment for school groups wishing to learn more about the south of England. Our sailing trips add a fantastic alternative to studying on land and will encourage your pupils to find out more about the history and geography of the south coast.

St Petersburg

St Petersburg is famed for its European style and has retained its traditional grandeur, without succumbing to communist doctrine, leaving several buildings from the Tsars largely intact. The 'Venice of the North' presents a fantastic opportunity to visit a city of great beauty and tradition.

St Petersburg

Opal Coast (the Somme)

The Opal Coast has long been a favourite destination for British school trips and its proximity to Dover is just one of the reasons why. Whatever the particular interests or age group of your party, you are sure to find plenty to do here, from hands-on museums to fun theme parks.

Opal Coast (the Somme)

Tuareg & Timbuktu

Timbuktu is a city in the West African nation of Mali. Located on the southern edge of the Sahara, about 8 miles north of the Niger River, Timbuktu was a centre for the expansion of Islam, and also has become synonymous with the end of the world.

Tuareg & Timbuktu

Valkenburg

Valkenburg sits at the crossroads of four countries, the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium and Luxemburg and is surrounded by rolling wooded hills. Valkenburg's amenities ensure a memorable school trip, with many shops, bars, small cafes and a casino.

Valkenburg

Washington

Washington DC is a fascinating place to visit. The manicured lawns of the city surround some of the world's most photographed buildings. You will undoubtedly feel a thrill knowing that political events that are being closely followed around the globe are actually unfolding around you.

Washington

Western Cape

The Western Cape is the southernmost region of South Africa. Through the extremely rich diversity of vegetation, there are more plant species occurring on Table Mountain than the entire United Kingdom! An exciting opportunity for a memorable school trip.

Western Cape

Western Turkey

A wonderfully diverse country; Turkey has an incredible selection of arts, classical sites, mosques and mosaics, while the food and scenery are spectacular. Visit World War I battlefields and baffling bazaars or just relax on the beach - an ideal destination with educational travel in mind.

Western Turkey

Ypres & the Somme

Ypres is a small town on the Belgium side of the French border, the Cloth Hall and Menin Gate provide poignant reminders of WWI. The Somme is a northern region of France close to the Belgium border and was the site of one of the most intense battles of WWI.

Ypres & the Somme

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