I am a school administrator and we have used Educational Tours each spring since 2013 to take our 8th graders to Washington. I am not exaggerating when I say we have had nothing but great experiences with them. The owner of the company is amazing and takes personal responsibility for making sure our trip is amazing every year. If a museum is closed (which sometimes happens without any warning), the company doesn't just say "too bad"...they find something even better for us to do at their expense. They make it clear that safety is the top priority and it is clear that it isn't just a professional commitment from them...they genuinely care about our students just as we do. What also impresses me each year is how they always know how to get the best tour guides who know how to hold the attention of 8th graders, even while they're educating them about the battlefield or museum or historical site we are visiting. Again, I can't say enough great things about this company. They have great pri ...Continue Reading →
Over the past several years I have had the pleasure of touring and working with Educational Tours. Tom, Carol, Laura and Grant are some of the kindest, genuine, and hard working individuals I have ever worked with. They have always taken the time to go above and beyond for my groups, they are thoughtful about the unique situations traveling with kids can present and are willing to be flexible when necessary. With the current situation our world is facing they worked diligently to get funds back to our families understanding how important it is to have these funds returned when many are facing job loss and unemployment. When you decide to book travel with Educational Tours, you are not simply booking with a tour company, you are forming a relationship with truly extraordinary people that I have felt very blessed to work with and will look forward to a continued working relationship in the future. ...Continue Reading →
Q: Can anyone in the class participate in a student tour?
A: Most class tours have limitations on number of participants simply from a logistical standpoint. In addition, teachers and sponsors are responsible for setting the participation requirements for their student tours. Typically, these include maintaining a minimum grade and good class citizenship.... Continue Reading →
Q: What meals are included in a typical trip?
A: Meals generally start with lunch or dinner on day 1 and from that point forward include breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the duration of the trip. ... Continue Reading →
Q: What payment options are available?
A: Educational Tours provides flexible payment options for its group travelers including online payment with debit and credit cards for multi-day tours. Teacher sponsors should discuss all the options with their Educational Tours representative who can assist in setting up the best payment option.... Continue Reading →
Washington, DC
New York City
St. Augustine
Orlando
Atlanta / Savannah / Charleston
Tallahassee
Other Florida Adventures
Other Destinations
What's Included
For Teachers
Organizing Trips
Support
Service
For Parents & Students
How to Set Up a Trip
Join Your Class Trip
Special Services