Battlefield & History Tours

by Rondo Travel
published 28 July 2025

2 mins read

Normandy. Berlin. Krakow. Ypres. London. Follow the footsteps of those who shaped our past.

Why join a Battlefield & History Tour?

Focused learning, beyond the textbook: Our tours are designed to complement the UK National Curriculum, including History topics at Key Stage 3, GCSE and A-Level. Students connect with the past through immersive storytelling and site-based learning that strengthens classroom teaching.

On-tour expert guidance: Many schools choose to have a dedicated historical guide accompany the group from the UK. This allows for enriching commentary during travel and between visits, helping students form meaningful connections between events, locations and themes.

Itineraries tailored to your subject focus: We don't offer generic packages. Whether you're studying World Wars, the Cold War, medieval conflict, political revolutions or the Holocaust, we will design an itinerary around your learning objectives. Custom tours are what we do best.

Trusted by UK schools for safety, quality and support
- Fully accredited: Rondo Travel was one of the first UK providers to receive the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge. We're proud members of the School Travel Forum, and all tours are ABTA and ATOL protected for complete peace of mind.
- Eco-conscious travel: As part of our sustainability commitment, we encourage low-carbon group transport, operate digitally to reduce paper use, and support tree-planting schemes to offset tour emissions.
- One contact from start to finish: You'll work with the same experienced person throughout - from initial planning to tour delivery and feedback. That means stronger communication, fewer delays, and a tour designed around your students' specific needs.

Top Battlefield & History Destinations for UK Schools

We offer a wide range of subject-linked tours that align with common History units across UK curricula. Popular options include:

France
- The Somme & Ypres - Explore trench warfare and the human cost of WWI
- Normandy - Visit D-Day landing beaches, cemeteries, and the Atlantic Wall
- Dunkirk - Study Operation Dynamo and Britain's 'Miracle of Deliverance'
- Agincourt & Calais - Compare medieval and modern warfare
Germany
- Berlin - Understand the rise of the Nazis, the Holocaust, and the Cold War
- Munich - Explore the early roots of National Socialism
Poland
- Krakow & Auschwitz - Study Nazi occupation and Holocaust history in a deeply impactful setting
United Kingdom
- London - The Blitz, Suffragettes, WWII bunkers, and the British Empire
- Battle & Hastings - Explore the Norman Conquest at the site of the 1066 battle
- Bletchley Park - Discover Britain's WWII codebreaking efforts
- Kent's Hellfire Corner - Examine Britain's front line of defence in WWII
Netherlands
- Arnhem - Study Operation Market Garden and British airborne forces
- Amsterdam - Visit sites linked to resistance, persecution, and Anne Frank's legacy

Who are the tours for?

- Key Stage 3: Trips that introduce complex ideas through accessible, interactive visits
- GCSE & A-Level: Itineraries focused on key exam topics including conflict, totalitarianism and the Cold War
- University students: Deep dives into political history, ideology, or war studies

Hear from a UK teacher

'Our Year 11 students returned from Normandy not only more informed, but genuinely inspired. The guided visits, personal stories, and expertly structured itinerary helped them connect what they'd studied with what they could actually see.'

History Lead, Secondary School in Kent

Work with a Battlefield Tour Specialist

Tracey Morgan has worked exclusively on Battlefield & History Tours for nearly two decades. Her expertise ensures every detail supports educational outcomes, safety standards, and student engagement.

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Start planning your school's historical adventure

Whether your group is exploring medieval conflicts, totalitarian regimes or Cold War divisions, we'll build a tour that's engaging, relevant, and deeply educational.

Enquire now to begin your journey through history with Battlefield & History Tours.