Students on a School History trip

School History Trips

Step into the story…

Our school history trips are the perfect opportunity to broaden young minds and put the past into a wider, real-world perspective.

Understand the effects that the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall, a symbol of division and reconciliation, had on communities. Or perhaps dive into one of the most iconic accounts of Jewish life during the Nazi era with a visit to the Anne Frank Museum in Amsterdam.

Immerse your students in social, military and political history with a visit to New York and Washington or explore the greatest invasion in modern history, D-Day, with a trip to Normandy.

School history tours effortlessly link the lessons learned in the classroom to real-world experiences. Visiting the very places these world-shaping moments in history unravelled will captivate your student’s curiosity for exploring and interpreting evidence.

Course-specific and personal development, cultural capital and history brought to life – all wrapped into one time capsule.

 

What our party leaders have to say about their historical experiences!    

  • 100% of tours meet objectives
  • 100% of party leaders would recommend
  • 98% would tour again
Students on a school history trip to the world war one battlefields
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Vimy Ridge, The Somme

School History Trips to The Battlefields

Experience what life was like in the trenches, the intense and brutal warfare, and the immense emotions felt by hundreds…

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Explore the history of the Brandenberg Gate with a school trip to Berlin

School History Trips to Berlin

Prepare to be captivated by the complex history that lies beneath the vibrant urban culture of Germany’s capital on School…

From £595pp i
Auschwitz I Memorial Krakow

School History Trips to Krakow

Welcome to School History Trips to Krakow, a city steeped in history and character, makes for a captivating destination with…

From £585pp i
Lincoln Memorial

School History Trips to Washington DC

School History Trips to Washington DC will give your group that presidential feeling! This exciting and modern capital will have…

From £1,475pp i
Natural History Museum

School History Trips to London – Medicine Through Time

Beyond the iconic landmarks, architectural grandeur and edgy art scenes, School History Trips to London is home to an array…

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Rooftop panoramic view of Munich at dawn

School History Trips to Munich

School History Trips to Munich introduce your students to a city of contrasts – traditional and contemporary sit side by…

From £545pp i
Menin Gate and Last Post Ceremony, Ypres

School History Trips to Ypres

Unravel the incredible stories behind one of the most significant battlefields of WW1 with School History Trips to Ypres. This…

From £325pp i
Bayernwald Trenches, Ypres

School History Trips to The Somme

Experience a School History Trips to the Somme… Over a century has passed since but this legendary clash, which claimed…

From £349pp i
Airborne Museum, Ste Mere Eglise

School History Trips to Normandy

School History Trips to Normandy intrdoce you to a coast bears the historical weight of the greatest invasion in modern…

From £325pp i
netherlands

School History Trips to The Netherlands

Get ready to transport your students to the heart of Europe’s captivating past with a journey through a history trip…

From £429pp i
Berlin and Krakow

School History Trips to Berlin & Krakow

Get the best of two worlds with a two-centre history trip to Berlin and Krakow! Have your students explore the…

From £725pp i
The Colosseum in Rome Italy

School History Trips to Rome

With a history that’s as monumental as the Colosseum, School History Trips to Rome offer the perfect place to study…

From £679pp i
Brooklyn Bridge in New York City at night

School History Trips to New York

New York… The Big Apple… The city that never sleeps…School History Trips to New York introduces your students to a…

From £1,350pp i
New York & Washington

School History Trips to New York & Washington DC

Vibrant, thriving and rich in cultural markers, School History Trips to New York & Washington DC introduce your students to…

From £1,450pp i
The Tower of London

School History Trips to London – Elizabethan London

School History Trips to London are unforgettable. Considered a ‘golden age’ of culture and exploration, the Elizabethan era was also…

From £325pp i
Liverpool River Cruise

School History Trips to Liverpool – WWII

Step into the past with School History Trips to Liverpool – targeted by the Germans because of its major shipping…

From £315pp i
The London Dungeon

School History Trips to London – Crime & Punishment

Step back in time and experience one of the East End’s darkest periods in history on School History Trips to…

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School History Trips to London – WWI

From December 1914 to August 1918, Germany unleashed its strategic aerial bombing campaign on Great Britain in an attempt to…

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Tower of London

School History Trips to London – WWII

Whilst our all-encompassing school history trips to London cover a broad spectrum of themes, we can tailor your itinerary to…

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Crafted with the Curriculum

Our school history trips are thoughtfully crafted to align with the latest UK national history curriculum!

Have your students:

  • Explore how people’s lives have shaped this nation, and how Britain has both influenced and been influenced by the wider world
  • Discover significant aspects of global history, from ancient civilisations to the rise and fall of empires, as well as the dynamics of pre- and post-war societies
  • Gain a solid understanding of historical terminology – perfect for exam preparation and coursework!
  • Delve into historical concepts like cause and consequence, continuity and change, difference and significance, draw connections and analyse trends
  • Learn the methods of historical inquiry, developing critical thinking and analytical skills
  • Connect their learning across subjects – art, politics, geography, literature and religious studies
  • Enjoy the captivatingly complex history of our world!

 

Celebrating Diversity in History Education Year-Round

 

It’s FULL of stories from every background! And in an age where understanding and empathy are more crucial than ever before, it’s vital that we honour and share the voices that have shaped our collective past equally.

We’re committed to creating a fuller, more accurate account of our shared past through the school history trips we offer! History should be explored for all its heroic, harrowing and heart-rendering!

Discover how history school trips offer the key to understanding our diverse world here!

 

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History Tour Guides

We can’t recommend our History Tour Guides enough! They have an incredible background when it comes to history education – long-serving teachers and experts in their field. If you’re looking for someone to bring further context to the captivatingly complex history behind your chosen destination, look no further!

 

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Real experiences

Why schools choose us

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Had another fantastic trip to Krakow with Rayburn Tours. The trip was absolutely perfect; everything went according to plan and the students had an incredible experience. The service provided by Rayburn was consistently excellent, from the initial planning all the way through to the end.

Jamie Swann
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Another brilliant WW1 Battlefields Trip organised by the team at Rayburn. They always meet our school’s needs and the students always have a rewarding time!

Christopher Ellis
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Excellent organisation and good combination of visits—it really encouraged our students to think and reflect.

Ms Catherine Moffat
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I would like you to know that we have been very impressed with our correspondence with Rayburn this year. As our Berlin trip is a regular one, we will definitely look to give you the business for our trip next year.

Libby Weltman

FAQs

 

  • How can we prepare for the trip?
    To prepare for history school tours, review your trip details by going over the itinerary, pack appropriate clothing and essentials, ensure health and safety needs are met, and build the momentum from the very beginning of the planning process.
  • Are there safety measures in place?
    Clients who tour with us can be assured that we have the following support services and systems in place: Safety Management System, Generic Risk Management, Crisis Management System, ATOL Licensed, ABTA Bonded, insurance, 24-hour emergency contact system, hotel audits, coach audits and activity audits. In addition, we are a member of the School Travel Forum (STF), giving you the reassurance that all of our trips meet, or indeed exceed, the safety standards required by your school and Local Authority.
  • What is included in a trip package?
    Your bespoke trip package includes accommodation, transportation, excursions and insurance. A tailor-made itinerary is created to meet your curriculum objectives.
  • Can we contact Rayburn on tour?
    Yes, a 24-hour emergency phone number will be provided in your final documents pack and one of our experienced members of staff will be happy to help with any problems you have whilst out on tour.
  • Why are school history trips important?
    With school history trips, your students experience tangible, real-life history; they connect you to the past, to other cultures, and they give a voice to those who no longer exist in the present.

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