Expert local guides | Aligned to World History, AP European History, IB, and AP Literature standards | Single-city and multi-city programs |
From Roman ruins to Tudor palaces, from the Houses of Parliament to the medieval walls of York, the United Kingdom offers students a living classroom that no textbook can replicate. Two thousand years of history are walkable, touchable, and genuinely present in a way that changes how students understand the world they came from.
Our London and York field trip programs are designed for international and US schools seeking a deep dive into British history, world literature, and Western civilization. Available as single-city experiences or as a multi-day combination program spanning both cities.
Field Trip Programs
Each program below is available as a standalone experience or as part of our London and York combination itinerary. Contact us to discuss which format works best for your group and curriculum.
London: Empire, History and Culture
London is one of the great cities of human history. For students studying British history, European history, or world literature, a day in London with an expert guide is worth more than a month in the classroom. Our London field trip takes students through the sites that shaped an empire and defined a culture.
Sites visited
- Tower of London
- Buckingham Palace
- Westminster Abbey
- British Museum
- Houses of Parliament
- Thames River walk
Grade levels
Grades 6 through 12. Especially popular with IB, AP European History, and AP Literature classes.
Curriculum alignment
Aligned to World History, British Literature, and AP European History standards. Full curriculum documentation provided for school approval.
York: Medieval Britain
York is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. Roman walls, Viking settlements, Norman castles, and a cathedral that took 250 years to build — all within walking distance of each other. A full day in York gives students a complete immersion into medieval English history in a setting that genuinely feels like stepping back in time.
Sites visited
- York Minster
- The Shambles
- Clifford’s Tower
- Roman walls
- Jorvik Viking Centre
Grade levels
Grades 6 through 12. Especially well suited to World History and Medieval Studies units.
Curriculum alignment
Aligned to World History and Medieval Studies standards. Full curriculum documentation provided for school approval.
London and York Combination Program
Our multi-day combination program begins in London and concludes in York, covering both cities’ flagship sites with structured academic activities throughout. Students move through the full sweep of British history — from Roman occupation and Viking settlement through medieval England, the Tudor period, and the British Empire — with a guide-led narrative connecting every stop.
This program is ideal for US school groups traveling to the UK and for international schools looking for a rigorous multi-day humanities experience. We handle the educational programming, itinerary coordination, and teacher documentation across both cities. Accommodation recommendations and logistical guidance are included.
What Is Included in Every Program
Expert local guides
Every program is led by an expert local historian with teaching experience who knows how to engage student groups of every age and prior knowledge level.
Pre-trip teacher resources
Discussion guides, vocabulary materials, and background reading so your students arrive prepared and get significantly more out of every stop on the itinerary.
Curriculum documentation
Full alignment documentation mapping each program to World History, AP European History, IB, and British Literature standards. Ready for school approval and administrator sign-off.
Post-trip learning activities
Reflection activities and classroom extensions included so the learning continues after students return home.
Flexible group sizes
We work with groups of all sizes from a single class day trip to full year group multi-day programs across both cities.
Custom itineraries
Every proposal is built around your specific dates, grade level, curriculum goals, and group size. No two programs are the same.
Everything Before You Book
Pricing
Single-city and multi-city pricing is available. Contact us for a custom quote based on your group size, chosen cities, and itinerary. No commitment required to receive a proposal.
Who this program is for
These programs are designed for grades 6 through 12 and are especially popular with IB, AP European History, and AP Literature classes. They work equally well for US school groups traveling to the UK and for international schools based in Europe seeking a structured UK field trip experience.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend reaching out at least six to eight weeks before your preferred travel dates, and earlier for multi-city programs requiring accommodation coordination. Spring term dates in particular fill up quickly.
How to book
Contact our team directly to discuss your group’s needs and receive a custom proposal within 48 hours. No commitment required.
📧 Email: privates@dcbyfoot.com
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