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Religious Studies school trips to Washington DC

7 days from £845pp

Visit the capital of the USA and you can choose from a wealth of study themes including the history of equal rights. From Abraham Lincoln to Martin Luther King to Barack Obama the theme is very appropriate for studies of Peace and Justice; Religion and Equality and Religion and Citizenship. America’s historic past and national treasures are distinctly present in the many museums, memorials and monuments with links to themes including Citizenship and P.S.E.

Below, you’ll find an example of one of our most popular itinerary choices, but we can tailor-make yours from scratch to meet your exact requirements...

New York & Washington DC - 7 days from £845pp*

Travelling on selected dates in February 2013. Price includes return flights & airport transfers in resort(all taxes and charges included), 5 nights' room only accommodation, extensive group travel insurance and a generous 1 in 10 free place ratio

And then add our most popular itinerary package below for £72*pp
 
  Morning Afternoon Evening
Day 1 Daytime flight. Met on arrival by a local Agent Representative for an escorted transfer to accommodation Visit the Empire State Building
Day 2 Guided walking tour of Midtown Manhattan Harlem Civil Rights Walking Tour. Meet a Veteran of the Civil Rights Movement Top of the Rock (TM) Visit
Day 3 National September 11 Memorial & St Paul’s Chapel Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Free time
Day 4 Transfer by coach to Washington DC. En route visit to Philadelphia Free time
Day 5 Guided walking tour of Washington’s Monuments Holocaust Museum Free time
Day 6 Guided walking tour of government buildings Transfer to airport for overnight return flight to UK. Visit Potomac Mills shopping mall en route.
Day 7 Arrive in UK
Add-on price includes:
  • Visits & activities shown
*Prices shown based on 35 paying passengers from a London airport & are subject to availability. Flight supplements may apply.

Our most popular visits in Washington DC for Religious Studies school trips

Here are some of our most popular visits in Washington DC for Religious Studies groups. We can tailor-make an itinerary to your exact needs. Call 0845 688 8988 to create your itinerary from scratch today.

Key Visits

US Holocaust Memorial Museum

Explaining the story of the Holocaust in a uniquely and immensely thought provoking manner, students will never forget a visit to this museum.

Islamic Center of Washington

One of the largest Muslim places of worship in the Western world, this mosque and cultural centre provides students with an insight into Islamic life.

Half Day Guided Walking Tour of the Government Buildings

Our experienced guides will bring the story of the recent presidential election to life as students take a tour through The Senate, House of Representatives, Supreme Court, Library of Congress and the White House.

Guided Walking Tour of the Washington Memorials

Take students on a tour of the history of the United States, as our guides explain the relevance of the many memorials including the Jefferson Memorial, Franklin D Roosevelt Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Arlington Cemetery, the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Memorial.

More Visits and activities:

National Air & Space Museum

A popular museum providing an excellent collection of aeroplanes, missiles and space hardware.

IMAX Theatre

Showing films with flight themes.

National Museum of American History

Traces the country’s development in an entertaining and light-hearted manner.

Below, you'll find some of our most popular accommodation options for school groups.

This is just a sample of our full range, so for full details of all properties available, please call 0845 688 8988 to speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors today.

AD-HotelHarrington-MainHotel Harrington

This is a friendly, traditional hotel offering a simple level of comfort. Its exciting location is convenient for public transport and walking tours to most city sights.

Hotel Harrington

Hotel Harrington provides simple accommodation in an excellent central location, with vast experience of accommodating school/student groups and always provides an efficient and friendly service.

Address

11th and E Street NW
Washington DC 2004-1398

Local Rating

Youth hotel (equivalent to British 2 star)

Capacity

242 rooms over 11 floors

Location Information

Situated on a busy street surrounded by shops and cafés. The hotel is 2 blocks from the nearest Metro station.

Hotel Image Strip

Accommodation Facilities

  • Reception
  • Bar/cafe
  • Restaurant
  • Internet access
  • 2 lifts
  • Disabled facilities: There are 6 rooms that have been specially adapted for disabled guests.

Student Rooms

  • 4-6 bedded rooms (students sharing large double beds, individual beds are available)
  • En-suite facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • TV
  • Telephone

Staff Rooms

  • Twins/singles
  • En-suite facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • TV
  • Telephone
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ComfInnDownTWashington_Main_ImageComfort Inn Downtown

One of the smaller hotels in Washington built in a European style (brickwork) with rooms spread over 8 floors.

Comfort Inn Downtown

A friendly, traditional hotel offering a simple level of comfort in a safe environment.

Address

1201 13th St. N.W., 20005
Washington DC
USA

Local Rating

Tourist Class

Capacity

100 rooms with a maximum capacity of 280 guests

Location Information

The hotel is located in a residential area just east of Thomas Circle. The Metro-Rail is only four blocks away from the hotel -Union Station (Red Line Wheaton/Shady Grove), the hotel is ten blocks from the White House, Smithsonian Museums an MCI Arena and six blocks from the Convention Centre.

Hotel Image Strip

Accommodation Facilities

  • 24-hour Reception
  • Lift
  • Cafe / breakfast room / meeting room
  • Public phones
  • Vending machines
  • Guest laundry service
  • Coach parking facilities
  • Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients.

 Student Rooms

  • 2 king size beds, option to:
    • Bed share – 4 students per room
    • Individual beds – 2 students per room
  • En-suite facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Tea & coffee making facilities

 Staff Rooms

  • Twins/Singles
  • En-suite facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Tea & coffee making facilities

 Safety Guidance

The hotel conforms to all local standards, which does not require fire doors that self-close.  Therefore groups are advised, for additional security, to ensure doors are shut at night.

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CapitolSkyline_Main_ImageCapitol Skyline Hotel

A comfortable, stylish hotel, providing excellent customer service from attentive staff, offering great value and comfort

Capitol Skyline Hotel

A comfortable, spacious hotel offering, a wide range of services within easy access of public transportation and key sights.

Address

10 Street Southwest
DC 20024
Washington DC
USA

Local Rating

3* superior equivalent

Capacity

203 luxury rooms over 7 floors, some with views of Capitol building

Location Information

The Capitol Skyline Hotel is situated in the heart of downtown Washington, within 10 minutes walking distance of the Navy Yard /Waterfront metro station and only few short stops from the US Capitol, National Park Baseball Stadium, Smithsonian museums and restaurants. A complimentary shuttle service is available to and from the metro station and sights.

Hotel Image Strip

Accommodation Facilities

  • 24-hour Reception
  • Conference / meeting room
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor swimming pool (open May-September)
  • Bar / lounge
  • Gift shop
  • Laundry facilities / dry cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
  • Cash machine
  • Disabled facilities: The hotel is fully equipped and has a number of rooms to accommodate disabled guests

 Student Rooms

  • 2 king size beds, option to:
    • Bed share – 4 students per room
    • Individual beds – 2 students per room
  • En-suite facilities
  • Central heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet access
  • TV
  • Digital safety boxes
  • Hairdryers
  • Iron & ironing board
  • Towels

 Staff Rooms

  • Twins/Singles
  • En-suite facilities
  • Central heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet access
  • TV
  • Digital safety boxes
  • Hairdryers
  • Iron & ironing board
  • Towels
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