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Explore the Land Down Under

Have fun, adventure, make new friends and discover all that’s truly unique to the Land Down Under with a tour specially designed to give you the ultimate Australian experience. Students will be introduced to the wonder and adventure of Central Australia, or captivated by the pristine beaches and rugged beauty of Kangaroo Island. All tours…

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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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Sydney

Experience the many layers of Australia’s most iconic city and learn the stories behind its famous structures, including the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Get swept up in the history and atmosphere of other Sydney highlights, including The Rocks, Darling Harbour and Sydney Tower Eye, before visiting the spectacular Blue Mountains –…

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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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Tasmania

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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Victoria Gold Rush and Pioneer Settlement

Learn about the Gold Rush era and life as a miner in an immersive experience at an underground gold mine. Take a deep dive into Australia’s pioneer history, dating back 100 years, as you explore the first open-air historic park.

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