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Kangaroo Island

Also known as nature’s playground, Kangaroo Island is a destination full of discoveries! Meet an abundance of unique wildlife as you explore nature and conservation parks and be amazed by the sheer natural beauty of the island.

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Central Australia

Experience the life-changing impact of the outback as you camp in the wilderness and learn about ancient Aboriginal culture. Absorb the beauty and wisdom of sites such as Uluru and Kakadu National Park, witness an opal cutting and polishing demonstration at Coober Pedy and lose yourself among sandstone cliffs and natural rock pools at Kings…

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Australian History

WorldStrides’ Australian History itineraries inspire students to follow in the footsteps of Australia’s early settlers and discover the ancient history of our indigenous people. Experience the nation from the perspective of our forebears as you peel back the layers of time to reveal the stories of our nation.

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Focus on Indigenous Studies

Discover a culture 40,000 years in the making. Australian Aboriginal culture is the oldest in existence. WorldStrides’ tours of Central Australia and the Northern Territory introduce students to Aboriginal history and sacred cultural traditions passed down from generation to generation.

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Focus on Civics and Citizenship

Explore your duties, rights and the institutions behind them. On WorldStrides’ Civics and Citizenship tours, students experience democracy in action and understand what it means to actively participate in society. Learn about civil rights and State-guaranteed freedoms, discover civic institutions, and explore the highest levels of our political and legal systems and their history.

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Warrnambool

Experience the awe-inspiring power of nature on a trip to the Shipwreck Coast. Visit the Great Ocean Road and learn about the Twelve Apostles and other spectacular rock formations. Explore Port Fairy, and see the fascinating feathered inhabitants of a game reserve.

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Hobart and Port Arthur

With a remarkable history and natural wonders as far as the eye can see, Tasmania is a destination that invites exploration and discovery. Tasmania’s unique history as the site of Australia’s first penal colony is laid bare across historic locations, including the legendary Port Arthur. Meanwhile, its many national parks with rugged mountains, ancient forests…

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Northern Territory: 11 days (Darwin-Uluru)

Immerse yourself in the transformative beauty of the Australian outback. Camp under a canopy of stars, delving deep into the ancient Aboriginal culture. Marvel at the timeless splendour of Uluru, Katherine Gorge, and Kakadu National Park. And discover the unique charm and rich history of Alice Springs—a journey that promises to inspire and enlighten.

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Canberra: 5 days

On this educational school tour to Canberra, students develop an understanding of Australia’s origins, political history and layers of government with visits to Parliament House, the War Memorial and the Royal Australian Mint. Thousands of students discover our nation’s capital each year and come away with amazing memories and life-long impressions of Australia’s past and…

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Ballarat

Relive the Gold Rush of the 1850s and ’60s and learn about the significance of the Eureka Stockade. Try your hand at panning for gold and discover through reenactments and artifacts the days when gold nuggets could be unearthed with a pen knife!

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