Climb the Acropolis where the ancient Parthenon overlooks modern Athens, see the birthplace of the Olympics in Olympia and explore the ruined city of Pompeii where time stands still. Wonder the imperial streets of Rome and descend the famous Spanish Steps to throw a coin in the early Baroque fountain.
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Ancient History – Greece & Italy
Italy Farm Stay
Take your students on a journey of culture, history and culinary delights as you make your way to Italy, a land renowned for its picturesque landscapes, iconic art and architecture and of course, the delicious cuisine! On this immersive tour, students will discover the historic ruins of ancient Rome, uncover the artistic treasures throughout Florence, explore…
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Oxbridge Academic Programs
Oxbridge Academic Programs has welcomed intellectually adventurous students aged between thirteen and eighteen to its academic study programs in Europe and the United States for over 30 years. These unique educational programs offer students intellectual immersion at some of the world’s greatest universities. Students live and learn in great centres of learning and culture such…
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International Snowsports Programs
WorldStrides offers student group snow tours to Japan, NZ, Europe and USA, allowing students to not only experience skiing and snowboarding around the globe, but also immerse themselves in the local cultures of the places they visit.
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Discover Culture and Cuisine
With a focus on authenticity, WorldStrides’ tours of Asia, Europe and beyond have one thing in common: students live as close as can be to the locals – including food! Our Chinese itineraries include a visit with a local family, for example, and wherever they roam, groups sample regional delicacies. That could translate to traditional…
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Modern History
Connecting the past with our current reality. From divisive revolutions and wars through to life-saving medical breakthroughs and technological advancements, events of recent centuries have left an indelible imprint on today’s world. WorldStrides’ Modern History itineraries introduce students to sites of historical significance throughout the US, Europe and Asia to help them comprehend and fully appreciate how…
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History Perspectives
WorldStrides designs experiences that encourage students of history to deeply understand and revere the societies, events and inventions that have shaped humanity throughout the ages. From ancient to medieval to modern eras, we take students right to the source to make sense of it all – the connections, the continuity and the current imprint.
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Focus on Languages
Travel to where it all began for your language of choice with a tour that puts the region’s history and culture in context. Expand your vocabulary and improve your accent as you speak the language among natives in practical settings and attend intensive classes. Be inspired to take your study further – potentially to tertiary…
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A European Perspective
As the birthplace of Western culture, Europe is full of reminders of how young a country Australia is. Wherever you choose to go in the Old World—Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Austria—for a European perspective, enchanting history, fast-paced cities, and vibrant cultures will entice you with their virtues.
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Germany: East Meets West
Introduce students to the economic powerhouse of modern Europe, Germany, where East meets West and poignant reminders of WWII and the Cold War bring learning to life. Discover historic monuments, museums, galleries and even the castle that inspired Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty.
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