Traveling with your History Class
Feel history come alive through travel as you expose students to the sights, sounds and places that they learn about all year long. The impact of standing in the place where the French Revolution took root, explorers set off to discover new lands or Julius Caesar met his end is immeasurable. By better understanding their past, students come home more engaged and ready to take on shaping their future, and ours.
Inspire your history students
D-Day Beaches
Feel inspired and humbled as you explore the sites where so many made heroic sacrifices to turn the tide in World War II.
Great Wall of China
Standing on the wall lends students perspective on how the fortifications built during the Ming dynasty influence China’s outlook on the world centuries later.
Parthenon and the Acropolis
Walk in the footsteps of the greats who brought the world democracy, philosophic thought and drama.
Machu Picchu
The accomplishments of the Incan empire come into full focus as you stand mouth agape at this wonder of the world.
Berlin Wall
The Cold War feels very real when you touch remnants of the wall that divided a city (and the world) between two opposing ideologies.
Florence Cathedral
Experiencing the architecture and art of the Renaissance in its birthplace facilitates critical thinking about the changing world conditions that led to this period of learning and innovation.
“It would be impossible for anyone who was truly interested in the areas toured not to identify something they would like to continue to explore on their own. Participants indicated a greater understanding of historical events and culture throughout the trip.”
History teacher trips to consider
European War History
10 Days | Overnights: Caen (2), Paris (1), Ardennes Area (2), Nuremburg (1), Berlin (2)
Tour Summary
Feel the impact of two World Wars on Europe as you travel with your students from France to Germany. Visit battlefield sites, memorials, museums and more to better grasp the realities of the World Wars, and unwind with a crêpe dinner and a trip up the Eiffel Tower!
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Archdukes and Emperors
10 Days | Overnights: Salzburg (1), Vienna (2), Budapest (1), Prague (2), Munich (2)
Tour Summary
History teachers, here’s a journey tailored for your passion. Immerse yourself in a 10-day exploration across Central Europe, tracing the footsteps of composers, emperors, and the generations of residents who made each city flourish. From Salzburg’s musical heart to Vienna’s Imperial grandeur, Budapest’s diverse sub-cultures, Prague’s architectural marvels and Munich’s Bavarian charm, this trip seamlessly bridges the pages of history books with real-world exploration. Dive in and let the past come alive!
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Cradle of Civilization
9 Days | Overnights: Athens (3), Overnight Ferry (1), Sorrento (1), Rome (2)
Tour Summary
Traverse the ancient world on this nine-day journey from Athens to Rome. Visiting the Acropolis, strolling the streets of Pompeii, and touring the Colosseum are just a few ways your students will absorb all the Greek and Roman history around them.
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The Inca Trail
9 Days | Overnights: Lima (2), Sacred Valley (1), Aguas Calientes (1), Cuzco (1), Puno (2)
Tour Summary
Walk in the footsteps of Peru’s oldest inhabitants on this nine-day excursion. Take in breathtaking Machu Picchu in the Inca capital of Cuzco and engage in a cultural exchange with the Uros people of Lake Titicaca to fully immerse yourself in the country’s ancient culture.
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Insider's Italy
9 Days | Overnights: Venice (2), Florence (2), Rome (3)
Tour Summary
Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Italy’s unparalleled historical tapestry, perfect for history teachers and their students. Juxtapose the Venetian Republic’s maritime legacy with the marvels of Ancient Rome, becoming immersed along the way in iconic Renaissance art and architecture, Etruscan mysteries, and the Vatican’s intertwining story of art and religion. This curated expedition not only reveres the past but celebrates the living history at every corner. Dive in; Italy awaits.
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Paris, Switzerland and Munich
10 Days | Overnights: Paris (3), Engelberg (2), Munich (3)
Tour Summary
History teachers, prepare for an enriching European odyssey! The incomparable art, architecture, culture and complex histories of Paris are followed by the regal halls and gardens of Versailles. Then traverse the stunning Swiss Alps, dive into Bavarian lore, explore 20th century world events at the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial and conclude with Salzburg’s melodious charm and namesake salt mine. Each day promises a lesson in history, culture, and unparalleled beauty.
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Three Capitals
9 Days | Overnights: London (2), Paris (2), Florence (1), Rome (2)
Tour Summary
Teachers love this tour for the historical breadth it covers in just 9 days time, plus its peek into the modern interconnectedness of European nations. Starting in London’s historical heart, transitioning to Paris’s cultural crux, and culminating in Italy’s artistic and ancient allure, this itinerary is designed to enrich, inspire, and provide tangible touchpoints to the pages of textbooks. Let the past of these iconic European capitals come alive, and history’s narratives be narrated first-hand.
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Highlights of Japan
9 Days | Overnights: Tokyo (2), Mt. Fuji Area (1), Nagoya (1), Kyoto (1), Osaka (2)
Tour Summary
Embark on a captivating historical journey across Japan’s illustrious landmarks. From Tokyo, where the Meiji Restoration reshaped Japan’s identity, to the timeless elegance of Kyoto’s temples, this trip offers a profound exploration of Japan’s transformative epochs. Whether delving into natural wonders around Mt. Fuji, ancient traditions, conflict history, or modern innovations, discover the diverse narratives that have sculpted this nation.
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Free resources to inspire your next lesson plan
Monarchs Who Shaped History
These lesson plans are for teachers who wish to make their language instruction and cultural lessons about the target language come alive by delving into history via the life and times of some of the most influential monarchs.
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AP Classroom Content and Educational Travel
Together, with AP educator and ACIS Group Leader Scott Martin, we have put together an overview of the ways educational travel brings AP classroom curriculum to life.
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2024 Historical Moments Calendar
Each month of our new calendar features a major historic milestone, chosen from a wide variety of eras and places across the globe, and explores its importance on the world stage.
Bearing Witness: An Educator’s Guide to Studying the Holocaust
This guide is intended as a resource for teachers who wish to engage their students with the difficult topics of Nazi war crimes, genocide and antisemitism before, during, and after travel.
Online Tour of The Roman Forum
This online virtual tour of the Roman Forum provides a lesson in ancient Roman history, an opportunity for Latin students to use the target language and to learn about the role of the forum in Roman history.
Free Brochure for History Educators
Open the world to your history students through educational travel. Often called a “life-changing experience,” an educational tour abroad applies critical historical analysis in the very places discussed in the classroom, plus opportunities for modern cultural connections.
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Did You Know?
ACIS trips are independently deemed so educational that history teachers can earn professional development units and students can earn college credit!
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ACIS offers 200+ customizable itineraries to destinations around the world, any one of which would be a great trip for history teachers. Let’s work together and change students’ lives.