Amsterdam Art Tour School Trips

Rondo Travel

Explore masterpieces by renowned Dutch artists in the culturally vibrant city of Amsterdam. Rondo Travel stands as a distinguished member of the School Travel Forum, holding the honor of being among the initial School Tour Operators to receive the prestigious Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge. Our commitment to transparency is evident in our policy of avoiding superfluous administration charges. Moreover, we prioritize a seamless experience for our clients, ensuring that you will have a single point of contact throughout the entire process, with dedicated support available for your tour needs.

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Example Itineraries

The provided itinerary serves as an example, indicative of our tailored approach to crafting personalized itineraries that align with your specific preferences and needs.

Day 1: Commence journey to Amsterdam and stay overnight.

Day 2: Explore the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, embark on a canal cruise, and dine at the Hard Rock Café.

Day 3: Immerse in the cultural richness of the Van Gogh Museum, Hermitage Museum, and partake in an enriching Ajax Stadium Tour.

Day 4: Conclude the trip with a homeward journey, making a noteworthy stop en-route.

Which Curriculum Subjects do we cater for?

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Rondo Travel meticulously designs its overseas trips to Amsterdam with a deep understanding of the importance of History in the curriculum, ensuring students receive a rich and immersive educational experience.

Here's how we deliver the History curriculum subject during our school trips:

-Historical Sites and Museums Visits: Our itineraries include visits to significant historical sites and museums such as the Anne Frank House and the Rijksmuseum. These excursions offer students the opportunity to engage directly with historical artifacts, documents, and narratives, providing a tangible connection to the past. The Anne Frank House, for instance, offers a profound look into the experiences of Jewish people during World War II, while the Rijksmuseum showcases the Dutch Golden Age, providing insights into the socio-economic conditions of the time.

-Educational Tours with Expert Guides: We arrange for knowledgeable local guides to lead educational tours, offering historical context and insights that textbooks alone cannot provide. These guides are skilled at connecting historical events to the physical locations students are visiting, enhancing understanding and engagement with the subject matter.

-Interactive Learning Experiences: Recognizing that active participation enhances learning, we include interactive experiences such as the Ajax Stadium Tour. While not historical in the traditional sense, such tours offer insights into cultural and social history, reflecting the evolution of leisure and sports within society.

-Customized Itineraries to Match Curriculum Needs: Understanding that each school may have different curriculum focuses, we tailor our tours to meet specific historical themes or periods you wish to emphasize. Whether it's focusing on the Dutch Resistance during WWII, exploring maritime history, or delving into the history of art and science in the Dutch Golden Age, we adapt our tours to suit your educational objectives.

-Pre-Trip Resources and Post-Trip Support: To maximize the educational impact, we provide teachers with pre-trip resources to introduce historical themes and context before the trip. Upon return, we suggest post-trip activities to help students process and reflect on their learning experiences, facilitating the integration of their on-site experiences with the curriculum.

-Inclusivity and Accessibility: Recognizing the importance of inclusivity, we ensure that students with disabilities or special educational needs (SEN) are supported throughout the trip. This commitment means selecting accessible historical sites and modifying activities where necessary to ensure that every student can fully participate in the learning experience.

-Safety and Risk Assessments: Safety is paramount on our trips. We conduct thorough risk assessments for all activities, especially those involving historical sites, to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for students and peace of mind for teachers.

By integrating these elements, Rondo Travel ensures that History curriculum subjects are delivered effectively, engagingly, and safely, making every school trip a valuable and memorable educational experience.

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Rondo Travel's Art & Amsterdam school trips are meticulously designed to deliver an immersive and comprehensive art curriculum experience.

Here's how we ensure that students gain the most from their time in Amsterdam, focusing on the art curriculum:

-Curated Visits to Renowned Museums: Our itineraries include visits to world-famous art museums such as the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum. These museums house masterpieces by Dutch masters and other renowned artists, providing students with firsthand exposure to significant works of art. Educational materials and guides enhance the learning experience, offering insights into the techniques, historical contexts, and artistic movements represented in the collections.

-Interactive Art Workshops: Where possible, we arrange interactive workshops led by local artists or museum educators. These sessions are designed to engage students actively in the artistic process, allowing them to explore different techniques and mediums. This hands-on approach helps deepen their understanding of artistic concepts and fosters a practical appreciation of the art they've viewed.

-Customized Itineraries to Match Educational Goals: Recognizing that each school may have different focuses within the art curriculum, we tailor our tours to align with specific educational goals. Whether you're looking to explore a particular artistic movement, technique, or period, we work with you to ensure the itinerary meets your needs.

-Guided Tours with Art Historians: To enrich the educational experience, we provide guided tours of art galleries and historical sites led by knowledgeable art historians. These experts bring the artworks to life, discussing the significance of each piece, the biography of the artists, and the historical and social contexts in which the works were created.

-Exploration of Dutch Art and Culture: Amsterdam's unique architectural and artistic heritage offers a living classroom for students. By exploring the city's canals, architecture, and street art, students gain insights into the Dutch artistic legacy that extends beyond museum walls. This includes an appreciation of 17th-century Dutch architecture and contemporary Dutch design, providing a comprehensive view of the country's art history.

-Support for Students with Disabilities and SEN: We ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities or needs, can fully participate in and benefit from our art-focused trips. This includes selecting accessible venues and adapting activities to be inclusive and engaging for everyone.

-Pre- and Post-Trip Support: To maximize learning outcomes, we offer pre-trip resources to introduce students to key artworks and concepts they will encounter. Following the trip, we suggest post-visit activities and projects to help students reflect on and consolidate their learning experiences.

By integrating these elements, Rondo Travel creates a dynamic and educational environment that supports the art curriculum. Our Art & Amsterdam trips are not just about seeing art but understanding and engaging with it, ensuring students return with a deeper appreciation and knowledge of the subject.

What size groups do we cater for?

Group usually start at a minimum of 10 with no maximum group size. For secondary schools we work on a 1:10 free place for a teacher.

Access for visitors with disabilities?

Rondo Travel is committed to fostering inclusivity during all our group trips. We strive to achieve this by addressing any specific requirements from the initial inquiry stage. While some destinations may pose accessibility challenges, we are dedicated to providing guidance on suitable alternatives or implementing effective workarounds.

Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Rondo Travel takes pride in its longstanding commitment to organising successful and enriching tours tailored to accommodate diverse groups with special educational needs (SEN). Our unwavering dedication ensures that the unique requirements of each individual are consistently given careful consideration.

Anything else?

Unlike many tour companies who make administration charges for minor changes Rondo Travel will try to avoid this at all times.

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Who are Rondo Travel?

Amsterdam stands as a charming and compact historical city, surpassing Venice in its abundance of canals and Paris in its number of bridges. The central nucleus of the city harmoniously blends tree-lined canals, 17th-century Dutch architecture, art galleries, and museums, creating an enriching environment for your students. Encircled by a ring of concentric canals, the old city converges at Dam Square. Notably, all major attractions, museums, and art galleries are conveniently situated close to each other, ensuring easy accessibility by foot or tram. This spatial arrangement facilitates a seamless exploration of the city's cultural offerings.

For art students, the numerous galleries present a splendid opportunity to immerse themselves in the works of the Dutch masters. Meanwhile, social scientists and historians will find ample points of interest in and around this cosmopolitan Dutch capital. Beyond the city limits, enriching excursions await, providing a glimpse of the impressive economic and geographical infrastructure of a country ingeniously constructed below sea level. Amsterdam thus promises a well-rounded and captivating educational experience for your students.

At Rondo Travel, we place paramount importance on comprehending your unique requirements, customising tours to align with your needs rather than adhering strictly to the preferences of tour operators. Rest assured, all our tours come with financial protection under the ABTA and ATOL schemes. As founding members of the School Travel Forum, we take pride in being among the pioneering school tour operators to receive the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge.
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