Washington DC
SCHOOLS NAME* TRIP TO WASHINGTON DC Travel Dates DD/MM/YYYY – DD/MM/YYYY
What this presentation will cover • Visit overview • Accommodation and Meals • What is included • Next steps • About European Study Tours • Safety Management • European Study Tours Customer Charter
Sites and visits in Washington Sightseeing Tour of Washington A sightseeing tour of Washington will offer your group the opportunity to see the city's main attractions. A professional, experienced, English-speaking guide will give an insight into the history and culture of the city and will be able to answer any questions you may have.
Sites and visits in Washington The White House Visitor Centre The White House Visitor Centre weaves together the stories of the White House as a home, office, stage and ceremonial space, museum, and park. More than 90 White House artefacts, many of which have never been on public display, give a glimpse into life and work inside the Executive Mansion.
Sites and visits in Washington Smithsonian The Smithsonian Institute was established in 1846 and is a group of museums and research centres. It includes the Air and Space Museum, Free Gallery of Art, American History Museum and the American Art Museum. Please consult the website for the museum most relevant to your subject area.
Sites and visits in Washington National Museum of Natural History Recognized as one of the world's great centres for the study of humankind and our natural surroundings, this museum incorporates a total floor area of more than 20 acres. Permanent exhibitions span two floors in halls radiating from a cavernous central rotunda where a record eight-ton (*,128-kg) African bush elephant is displayed.
Sites and visits in Washington National Air and Space Museum The world’s most visited museum houses the Wright Brother’s 1903 Flyer, Lindbergh’s Spirit of St Louis, Apollo 11 lunar command module and an incredible collection of aviation and space technology treasures. You can even buy freeze-dried space food in the gift shop!!
Your accommodation and meals in Washington Accommodation We will be staying in*‌
Meals Breakfast is/not* included. Evening restaurants include:
*(Please check your itinerary for details)
*(Please check your itinerary for details)
Please inform us of any dietary requirements or allergies as soon as possible.
What Is Included:
What Is NOT Included:
• Transport – Flights/Trains/Coach* • Accommodation • Meals* • Visits and Excursions
• Spending money. • Insurance may or may not be* • Transfers* – from home to airport, and in destination if not booked through us. • Additional charges such as extra baggage, upgrades etc.
*Please speak to your tour planner if you would like us to arrange this for you and your group.
Next steps for Students (and Parents)*
If you require a travel visa please obtain this as soon as possible.
About European Study Tours European Study Tours was established in 1982 and since then have become one of the leading educational tour operators specialising in tailor-made travel and subject specific conferences. European Study Tours is an Assured Member of the School Travel Forum which ensures adherence to a rigorous Code of Practice which is fully audited annually by independent experts. European Study Tours are holders of the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge, the first nationally recognised accreditation for organisations who provide learning outside the classroom experiences which are safe and of high quality.
Financial Protection and Safety Management European Study Tours is fully bonded by the Association of British Travel Agents which means you have the benefit of ABTA’s assistance and Code of Conduct as well as offering financial protection for your money.
In line with DfES guidelines and after consulting with RoSPA (The Royal Society of Prevention of Accidents) European Study Tours have developed a Safety Management System, which helps ensure elements of your tour remain of a high standard.
The Safety Management System covers the following elements of your tour: • Accommodation • Transport • 24 Hour Emergency Cover
• Tour Operator Liability Insurance • Pre-Tour Inspection Visit • Pre-Tour Safety Information