Explore the birthplace of democracy and the cradle of Western civilisation.
£649PP
5 days, 4 nights
School trips to Greece are ideal for classical studies groups. Your students will travel back in time, explore the legacy of Ancient Greece, and visit the famous places, monuments and artefacts that shaped much of the modern world.
From the Acropolis in Athens to Delphi and Mycenae, students can discover the history, mythology, and religion of one of history's most remarkable and everlasting civilisations. There's also the opportunity to discover Greek food and 4,000 year-old culinary traditions through hands-on experiences, markets, and local producers.
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Activities in Greece that your school group will love
Acropolis
The Acropolis hill (acro - edge, polis - city), the "Sacred Rock" of Athens, is the most important site withinthe
Agorá
The Agora was the heart of ancient Athens, the focus of political, commercial, administrative and social activity as well as
Delphi
Delphi is one of the mostbeautiful ancient sites in Greece and the one which seems tomost vividly evokethe Classical past.
Mycenae
Mycenae is the ancient city of King Agamemnon, considered one of the greatest rulers of Ancient Greece.
National Archaeological Museum of Athens
The National Archaeological Museum of Athens provides the opportunityto seeancient statues, pottery, jewellery, weapons and utensils innew and improved surroundings.
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Why choose Greece for a school trip?
The cradle of Western civilisation
Ancient Greece is often described as the cradle of Western civilisation thanks to its lasting influence on politics, philosophy, science, mathematics, literature, art and architecture.
Greek thinkers such as Socrates, Plato and Aristotle helped shape Western philosophy, while mathematicians including Pythagoras and Euclid laid foundations that are still taught today. Ancient Athens also played a crucial role in the development of democracy, while Greek theatre, mythology and architecture play large roles in our lives to this day.
Many Greek ideas were later adopted and developed by the Romans, helping them spread throughout the Mediterranean and across Europe.
Our Ancient Greece school trips give students the opportunity to explore this remarkable civilisation at the source. From the Acropolis and Ancient Agora in Athens to the archaeological sites of Delphi and Mycenae, students can delve deep into antiquity.
The birthplace of democracy
Wealthy families and tyrants generally dominated politics in the Ancient Greek city-states, until the second half of the 6th century BC, when the Athenians established the world’s first democracy, with all adult, male citizens having equal privileges in the citizens’ assembly.
On a school trip to Greece, your students will be able to learn more about the Athenian democracy and you’ll have the opportunity to discuss what elements may have influenced our modern democracies and whether the Athenian approach was a true democracy.
The centre of the world
Your trip can also include an excursion to Delphi, considered to be the centre of the world by the Ancient Greeks. The oracle of Delphi was consulted on many important decisions, making this one of the most significant religious sites in the ancient world.
Delphi is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many of its buildings were erected by different Greek city-states. This demonstrates how, despite being politically separate entities, the city-states were connected by a common Hellenic culture.
Where are the best destinations for school groups in Greece?
Athens
A school trip to Athens offers your students the exciting opportunity to discover nearly three and a half thousand years of history!
Athens school trips are most popular among classical studies groups who want to bring history to life. Your students will be awestruck by the opportunity to explore buildings, monuments and many fascinating artefacts from Ancient Greece.
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Why choose Halsbury?
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FAQs
I can’t see the destination I’m looking to travel to, can you still help me with my trip?
Of course.
We've got great relationships with suppliers all over the world, so we should be able to arrange something for you to suit your budget and trip objectives in your preferred destination.
Just get in touch with us and we'll let you know what we can do.
Do you offer travel insurance?
We do. Travel insurance is an optional extra and you can find out more about it in our travel insurance resource (which includes the policy documents and FAQs).
If you decide against arranging this insurance through us (which is absolutely fine, by the way), please just remember you must have suitable travel and medical insurance to cover your group.
Can the trip itinerary be adapted to my curriculum and requirements?
Every single trip we arrange is tailor-made, so yes, the itinerary can be adapted.
Our Tour Advisers and Itinerary Coordinators are all experienced school travel specialists. They'll work closely with you to make sure your itinerary supports your learning objectives. They'll be able to offer suggestions and advice to make sure you make the most of your time.
So, when you're browsing through our school trips, just remember that the itineraries and activities you see are there for inspiration only - your own itinerary can look as similar or as different as you want.
Equally, we've suggested trip durations based on what groups usually request - if you want to go for a shorter or longer duration, just let us know.
How far ahead should I start planning my trip?
As a general rule, we recommend that you start planning your trip 12-18 months before you want to travel. This gives you plenty of time to get it approved and launched to students and parents.
Planning early will mean you have a greater choice of accommodation and travel options - and it will make paying for the trip easier for families, as they'll be able to break it down into smaller, more manageable payments.
You can check out our trip-planning timeline for a better idea of the process and when you should expect to be doing things.
If you are looking to travel sooner than this, it is possible. It will depend on availability and you may find prices are a bit higher, but get in touch and we can see what's possible.
What accommodation options are available?
The accommodation options that are available vary depending on the destination but we're usually able to arrange everything from hostel-style accommodation to more luxurious hotels.
On each of the trip pages, you'll see some accommodation options - these are usually the most popular for those destinations, but we often have plenty of other options available. You'll discuss accommodation options (and budget) with your Tour Adviser when they're putting your quote together, so don't be afraid to let them know if you want something different.
We only work with accommodation options that are suitable for schools. As a member of the School Travel Forum (STF), you can be certain that all accommodation contracted by us complies with local legislation with respect to fire and general safety, is contracted by trained Halsbury Travel staff or reputable agents, receives a standard audit and risk assessment prior to use by Halsbury Travel and receives a supplementary audit if it is used on five or more occasions in a year.
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