Battlefields and Ypres Excursion School Trips
Edventure Travel
Battlefields offer a tangible connection to historical events, allowing students to walk the grounds where pivotal moments unfolded. Edventure Travel can arrange visits to well-preserved sites like Ypres or Normandy, providing a deeper understanding of the realities of war. Exploring war memorials and cemeteries fosters a sense of respect for those who lost their lives and the lasting impact of conflict.Edventure Travel: Elevating the Experience
Educational Focus: Edventure creates curriculum-aligned trips with engaging activities, workshops, and discussions that foster critical thinking and cultural understanding.
Expert Guides: Their passionate guides act as facilitators, bringing destinations to life with engaging storytelling and local insights, enriching the learning experience.
Unique Itineraries: Crafting custom-designed trips that cater to your specific learning objectives and student interests.
Safety and Support: Experienced staff, comprehensive insurance, and thorough planning ensure a safe and secure environment for your students.
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Example Itineraries for our 2026 trips
Battlefields and Ypres
Day 1
Meet your coach and travel to Dover for your ferry crossing to Calais.
Upon arrival you will board your coach and travel to Sanctuary Wood and the Hill 62 museum.
Later, you will continue your journey to Ypres where you will visit the excellent Flanders Field Museum.
Check-in to your accommodation this evening where you will have dinner.
This evening, you will attend the Menin Gate ceremony.
Day 2
Take breakfast at your accommodation this morning.
This morning you will visit the Essex Farm Cemetery and its concrete dugouts. You will then make your way to the Passchendaele Museum where you can visit their new immersive museum and underground bunkers.
Later, make your way to the German Cemetery at Langemarck followed by Tyne Cot Cemetery.
You can spend some free time in Ypres early this evening where you could visit Leonidas Chocolate Shop.
Take dinner at your accommodation.
Day 3
Take breakfast at your accommodation this morning.
Visit the underground Somme 1916 Museum in Albert followed by the Thiepval Memorial.
Later, visit Arras to see the Wellington Quarries with its underground tunnels and hospital.
You will then make your way to Calais for your return ferry crossing to Dover.
Day 1
Meet your coach and travel to Dover for your ferry crossing to Calais.
Upon arrival you will board your coach and travel to Sanctuary Wood and the Hill 62 museum.
Later, you will continue your journey to Ypres where you will visit the excellent Flanders Field Museum.
Check-in to your accommodation this evening where you will have dinner.
This evening, you will attend the Menin Gate ceremony.
Day 2
Take breakfast at your accommodation this morning.
This morning you will visit the Essex Farm Cemetery and its concrete dugouts. You will then make your way to the Passchendaele Museum where you can visit their new immersive museum and underground bunkers.
Later, make your way to the German Cemetery at Langemarck followed by Tyne Cot Cemetery.
You can spend some free time in Ypres early this evening where you could visit Leonidas Chocolate Shop.
Take dinner at your accommodation.
Day 3
Take breakfast at your accommodation this morning.
Visit the underground Somme 1916 Museum in Albert followed by the Thiepval Memorial.
Later, visit Arras to see the Wellington Quarries with its underground tunnels and hospital.
You will then make your way to Calais for your return ferry crossing to Dover.
Which Curriculum Subjects do we cater for?
History
A school trip to Ypres offers a tangible connection to history by allowing students to physically stand on the battlegrounds of WWI where millions fought and died. This can help create a stronger emotional connection to the war and its human cost. Museums in Ypres also pride themselves on their exhibits which focus on the UK GCSE curriculum.
World War
What size groups do we cater for?
We can cater for groups from 10-100. The majority of our groups are 40 students and 4 or 5 teachers which fits nicely onto a coach for travelling to activities.
Access for visitors with disabilities?
Yes, we will always try our best to cater for any special requirements, please ensure you discuss your requirements with us. It may not always be possible, but we will always look for alternatives where we can and be open and honest with you about it.
Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Yes, we will always try our best to cater for any special requirements, please ensure you discuss your requirements with us. It may not always be possible, but we will always look for alternatives where we can and be open and honest with you about it.
Anything else?
This is an example itinerary, and we can adapt it to your requirements. Please let us know if you require amendments or would like a different itinerary at this destination.
Who are Edventure Travel?
Why Choose Edventure for Your School Trip?
Edventure Travel can offer a unique and enriching experience for your students. We believe in creating memories to last a lifetime and there is no better way to teach, learn and discover than to immerse yourself in surroundings with real-life experiences.
At Edventure Travel we build close ties with each group to best understand their travel needs and preferences. Your travel adviser will know your tour inside out, from designing a customised itinerary, booking the services and being at the end of the phone should you need them when on tour.
Unique and Diverse Itineraries:
Meticulously crafted itineraries that align with your learning objectives to support classroom learning with real-world experiences. All our trips are custom designed to cater specific interests and subjects.
Memorable Moments:
We create a fun and inclusive environment where students can connect with their peers, teachers, and the local cultures and environments.
Safety First:
We prioritise safety and well-being with experienced staff, comprehensive insurance, and thorough planning.
Professionalism and Expertise:
Our dedicated team will plan all the logistics, transportation, accommodation, and activities, leaving you free to focus on your students.
Competitive Pricing:
We offer competitive rates for our school trip packages and are happy to look at beating other quotes you may have.
Flexibility:
We can tailor our trips to your specific budget, duration, and learning objectives.
Excellent Customer Service: We provide excellent customer service and ensuring your trip runs smoothly from start to finish, just check out our reviews.
Choosing Edventure for your school trip means you can be confident that your students will have a safe, educational, and unforgettable experience that will enrich their learning and stay with them long after they return home.
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