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Student Trips for Classics & Ancient History

On a student field trip to the great monuments and structures of ancient history, will really allow your students to discover more about their chosen subject.

A visit to Rome, the Bay of Naples and Sicily, will provide students with an insight into ancient Roman life. Whilst a visit to the fabulous country of Greece will allow your students to see first-hand the many temples; allowing your students to explore the ancient Greeks’ devotion to the Gods.

We have a wealth of visits to really bring the subject to life. Plus our expert guides are available to enhance your students' learning thanks to their local knowledge.

Whichever destination you choose for your classics & ancient history trip, our team of group travel experts can create your perfect study trip itinerary.

Our range of college trips for classics & ancient history...

Our college and sixth form tours are the perfect accompaniment for students of Classics and Ancient History. Each trip is created with the typical contents of a further education course in mind, providing students with incredibly memorable real-world revision for their A-Levels.

Furthermore, all of our trips can be adapted to suit the bespoke needs of your group - meaning trips can truly supplement any parts of the curriculum you want to focus on. 

Check out our selection of Classics and Ancient History trips below or get in touch with our team to discuss a more bespoke offering for your sixth form class.

Greece

Greece

Greece, the land of myths and legends, is home to historical sites that have stood for four millennia. Athens, a modern and bustling capital with a pervading sense of its classical past as it lives in the shadow of the Acropolis and the mighty Parthenon.

Find out more about our classics & ancient history trips to Greece here

Bay of Naples

Bay of Naples

Naples, settled first by the Greeks and then by the Romans, is home to Mount Vesuvius which dominates the Bay and is one of the few active volcanoes in Europe. Its eruption covered the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum in ash, preserving life as it was almost 2000 years ago.

Find out more about our classics & ancient history trips to Bay of Naples here

Rome

Rome

This fascinating city has been at the heart of Christianity for nearly 2000 years and will provide your group with a wealth of archaeological and religious heritage as well as a great opportunity to immerse themselves in their subject whilst being inspired by the city.

Find out more about our classics & ancient history trips to Rome here

Sicily

Sicily

Sicily is Italy’s most cosmopolitan region and is almost a nation unto itself. The enchanting land where Archimedes taught and Saint Paul preached was a Greek colony, a Roman province, an Arab emirate and a Norman kingdom. All left traces of their presence in the wealth of monuments and artefacts, which delights student groups today. 

Find out more about our classics & ancient history trips to Sicily here


Our range of university trips for classics & ancient history...

We’re a one-stop shop for your university group travel package for your classics & ancient history students.

Whether you’re looking for a travel package, or a comprehensive subject-linked itinerary, we’ll work with you to pull together exactly what you need.  

We have a host of visits and programs for your study trip, that cover core and optional modules, such as Greek and Roman Culture & Society,  Greek Religion, Roman Economy, and History of Medicine in the Ancient World.

We've created group travel packages to destinations across the globe including Greece, Rome, Bay of Naples, and Sicily.

Our most popular classics & ancient history destinations...

Our most popular classics & ancient history destinations...

Rome

As the heart of the Roman Empire, there’s a wealth of buildings and monuments to explore; from the ancient gladiatorial arena and Rome’s most popular monument, the Colosseum to Rome’s iconic temple, the Pantheon with its spectacular design and an elegance that’s a startling reminder of amazing architecture of the ancient Romans.

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Greece

Athens is packed full of ancient monuments and its most famous structure, the magnificent Acropolis, can be seen from almost anywhere in the city. Standing in the shadow of this UNESCO World Heritage site will allow your students to fully appreciate its incredible architecture and will enable them to understand the myths and legends of the Ancient Greeks.

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  • Support from one of our award-winning group travel Account Executive with excellent knowledge of  destinations suited for a classics & ancient history trip
  • A one-stop shop for your classics & ancient history student group travel package
  • Multiple quote options to help you make the best value choice for your group 
  • Preferential rates with airlines, hotels & hostels, rail & other transport options & flexible flight booking options – reserve seats for longer than if you book direct
  • On-the-ground support & assistance from our representatives 
  • Convenient and time-saving online travel technologies
  • Risk management services for complete peace of mind
  • External accreditations providing reassurance, including ABTA, ATOL & IATA licences

Price promise - we’ll beat any like-for-like quote 

We’ll also beat any like-for-like quote to ensure you’re getting the most competitive price for your travel requirements. 

What our customers are saying about us...

“The tour was great. The students enjoyed it a lot, which is what counts most.  The overall experience really has been excellent and I will work together with your company again for this and similar trips. Hopefully I will work with the same people - they are very effective.”

Dr Yarin Eski, Liverpool John Moores University

 

“StudyLink is my preferred tour operator, I generally do not book with anyone else. Over the years the staff has changed but the service remains consistently first class. I have been working with you for 14 years, I believe that is testimony to our working relationship.”

Mrs Vanessa Weaver, St Vincent College

 

'Best Customer Service' Finalist at the British Youth Travel Awards 2018

The British Youth Travel Awards celebrate excellence in the UK student and educational travel sector.

We're delighted to have been presented with the Bronze Award in the 'Best Customer Service' category for the 2018 British Youth and Travel Awards. 

Speak to one of our Group Travel Account Executives

A dedicated Account Executive will manage your tour organisation from start to finish. Our award-winning team each have years of experience in travel and will provide you a complete solution for your group travel requirements.

They’ll use their group travel expertise to create a custom-made itinerary just for you. Whether you’re looking for a travel package or a comprehensive curriculum-linked itinerary, your Account Executive will work with you to pull together exactly what you need.