Halsbury Travel - Yosemite & the Grand Canyon.
Halsbury Travel
Prices from £1799*
A visit to the San Francisco, Yosemite and the Grand Canyon will be so thrilling for geography students as they'll see the wondrous ways in which natural processes can shape the landscape around us.
The vast history of the Grand Canyon alone will impress upon them the power of erosion, and a hike around Yosemite National Park will teach them the importance of preserving nature.
Why not begin your geography school trip in San Francisco? You can take your students to visit the California Academy of Science, the greenest museum in the world, where you’ll discover a world-class aquarium, planetarium and natural history museum.
Then begin a 4-night stay in Yosemite National Park, before continuing to Las Vegas where you’ll enjoy a brief excursion to Death Valley, before ending your school trip at the Grand Canyon.
Your trip will be packed full of exhilarating natural wonders that will leave your students in love with geography!
However you decide to plan your school trip, you will have the expertise of Halsbury Travel at hand to make it as stress-free as possible.
Halsbury have been organising school trips for over 35 years and are dedicated to providing a tailor-made, unique educational experience for every school group.
Destinations in USA
San Francisco - The Grand Canyon - Yosemite National Park - The Golden Gate Bridge - California Academy of Science - Alcatraz Cruise - Las Vegas - Death Valley
Along with visits to Yosemite, the Grand Canyon and the California Academy of Science, your students will also have the chance to walk across the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoying fantastic views of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay.
A fascinating activity for students visiting San Francisco is embarking on a cruise to Alcatraz, the famous island best known for holding some of America's most notorious criminals.
The island is now full of rare flora and fauna, including marine life and thousands of sea birds, and still houses 19th century Civil War-era buildings, giving an insight into the island's history.
What they will learn
Subjects available: Geography
Studying the landscape of Yosemite National Park, with its spectacular waterfalls, giant sequoia trees and luscious meadows, will teach any school group about geology, ecology, cultural history and current environmental issues.
The diverse environments and organisms that live in Yosemite will also provide an excellent study focus.
The Grand Canyon holds 2 billion years of geological history across its 277-mile-long exterior and is one of the most famous natural attractions in America. This is sure to show students why geography is such an important subject to study, as they will understand the need to preserve and care for Earth's natural wonders.
What's included
Must-see excursions on this geography school trip are Yosemite National Park, the Grand Canyon and the Golden Gate Bridge. Students will leave with unforgettable memories of the USA.
Also included:
Accommodation (B&B or half board)
Airport transfers in resort
Airport taxes and passenger duty at current rates
ATOL protected return flights from the UK
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
Day trip to the Grand Canyon by private coach
Detailed information pack
Entry to the California Academy of Science
Free staff place ratio 1:10
Itinerary planning service
National Park entrance fees
Private coach transfers between destinations
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.
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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