Halsbury Travel - School trip to Rome.
Halsbury Travel
Prices from £349*
Rome is a city rich with culture and history, sure to impress students of any subject focus. In particular, a school trip to Rome will suit groups studying art, languages, religious studies or classical studies.
Once the ancient capital of an impressive empire, Rome has not lost its monumental sense of beauty or magnificence since the fall of the Roman empire, and much of the ancient city is still alive today and well worth a visit.
Whatever your reason for travelling to Rome, the team at Halsbury Travel will work with you to tailor-make your itinerary, ensuring it meets your specific requirements. With over 35 years of experience in organising school trips, your trip to Rome will be in expert hands with Halsbury.
Destinations in Italy
The Colosseum - The Roman Forum - The Pantheon - Castel Sant'Angelo National Museum - Barberini Palace - Time Elevator Rome - Palatine Hill - The Sistine Chapel - The Vatican Museums - Borghese Gallery and Museum - St Peter's Basilica - The Trevi Fountain
Visits to the Roman Forum, Colosseum and Palatine Hill are a must when in Rome, giving students a chance to learn all about the ancient history of Europe. Of course, the magnificent work of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel is a must-see as well.
Students will have the chance to visit numerous museums and galleries, such as the Barberini Palace and the Castel Sant'Angelo National Museum, an ancient fortress built as a mausoleum for the Emperor Hadrian.
All of this and more can be seen at the Time Elevator Rome experience, a multi-sensory show of the most important events of Rome's history over the past 2750 years. Students will be whisked away on a simulated aerial flight showing them the glory days of the ancient Roman Empire and culminating in views of Rome as it's seen today.
What they will learn
Subjects available: Religious Education, Languages, Cultural, Art, Classics
Religious studies groups can take a trip to the Vatican museums and we can even arrange a General Audience with the Pope, subject to schedule. With countless churches and exquisite renaissance architecture to behold, religious studies students will learn a vast amount about the religious heritage of this breathtaking city.
Art students are sure to see the beauty in every corner of Rome, with highlights being the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain, two remarkable pieces of Roman architecture. The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Borghese Gallery and Museum and Barberini Palace are full of captivating collections of art, including paintings by Caravaggio, Canaletto and Raphael. Students will leave with broad knowledge of the history of art.
Classical studies and cultural studies students will be awakened to the rich heritage and culture of Rome, gaining an appreciation for Roman society, politics and beliefs.
Discovering the stories of early Christianity with a visit to the Catacombs of Saint Callixtus and marvelling at the opulence of the Vatican will leave them with more than a few great memories of Rome.
What's included
A variety of activities and excursions are available to any school groups travelling to Rome, with highlights being of course the Colosseum and Sistine Chapel, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
An unforgettable experience at the Time Elevator Rome will pack students full of knowledge about the city's ancient history and climbing to the top of the dome of St. Peter's Basilica will be rewarded with spectacular panoramic views of the city.
Also included:
Accommodation (B&B or half board)
Airport taxes and passenger duty at current rates
Airport transfers in resort
ATOL protected return flights from the UK
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
Detailed information pack
Free staff place ratio 1:10
Itinerary planning service
Vamoos travel app - giving you access to all your trip documents on your phone or tablet
VAT at current rate to tour operators
Transport
Flights are available from airports throughout the UK. Your School Travel Adviser will work with you to choose the most suitable flights for your budget and requirements. All our air tours are ATOL protected. Many groups opt to travel by coach, as this is often the cheaper option and is also more environmentally friendly. We work closely with our coach operators to ensure that all health and safety standards are met and that drivers are child-friendly and have been appropriately vetted.
Accommodation
A range of accommodation options are available. Your School Travel Adviser will work with you to choose the most suitable accommodation option for your budget and requirements. All our accommodation options comply with School Travel Forum standards and local health and safety regulations.
Teacher checklist
Free Places, Education Packs, Inspection Visit, LOtC, Institute of Outdoor Learning, ABTA, School Travel Forum, ATOL
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Guide prices are per person, subject to availability and may vary by departure date, groups size and itinerary. Please ask for details.
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