History School Trips
At NST, we know what makes a great history trip — and how to make planning one simple.
We’re passionate about connecting historical locations to curriculum learning, creating meaningful experiences and lasting impact for both primary and secondary students. We expertly design history school trips that spark curiosity, deepen understanding and bring history to life. Whatever the time period or learning outcome, we’ll use our unmatched experience to create the perfect trip for your students.
What to expect on our school history trips?
NST history trips put students right at the heart of where the past actually happened. From World War I battlefields to ancient civilisations and the rise and fall of empires, they’ll experience your chosen historical period first‑hand rather than just reading about it.
Our tailored itineraries make key moments click, adding the kind of context textbooks simply can’t. And you won’t be planning it alone - our friendly, dedicated team will work with you to create a bespoke trip that supports your curriculum and sparks a fresh appreciation for the stories that shaped our world.
Our history school trip highlights
We offer a brilliant mix of UK and overseas history trips, giving students the chance to explore some of the world’s most important historical landmarks. Popular destinations include London, Paris, Belgium and Normandy, each offering a fresh insight into different eras.
Some favourites among teachers and students:
- Tower of London – centuries of royal history and famous stories.
- Edinburgh Castle – Scotland’s past brought to life.
- Amsterdam’s former Jewish District – a powerful look at wartime history.
- Berlin Wall – a striking reminder of the Cold War. Beijing – a journey through imperial and modern China.
- Kenilworth Castle – dramatic ruins full of intrigue.
- The Colosseum – ancient Rome at its most iconic.
There’s so much to discover; explore our full range of trips or chat with our dedicated team to shape the perfect itinerary for your group.
Why book a school history school trip with NST?
Booking with NST means teaming up with people who genuinely love bringing history to life - like you. We create immersive, curriculum focused itineraries that do so much more than tick off the sights – our trips create those “now it makes sense” moments students remember. From your first enquiry to the moment you arrive home, we will handle the details so you can focus on your students safe in the knowledge you have the full support and experience of our dedicated team.
Browse our most popular history school trips
Why choose NST?
Here's why thousands of teachers choose NST each year...
- Unrivalled school trip knowledge
Your dedicated Tour Co-ordinator will use their trip planning knowledge and expertise to create a tailor-made, curriculum-linked itinerary to meet your group’s exact needs.
- Making it easier for you
Your own trip organiser, travel app, free classroom packs and trip promo resources.
- Free group leader inspection visits
Visit your chosen destination free of charge and plan with confidence.
- Value for money, always
We work hard to make every penny count.
- Over 55 years’ experience
With NST you can rest assured that your group is in safe hands.
- Aligned to your learning outcomes
Every trip can be built around your specific goals — from the latest GCSE and A level curriculum requirements to particular themes, interests or visits you want to focus on.
- Risk assessment guidance
Clear, practical support to help you manage group safety including our free guide.
- Offsetting carbon emissions
Through our partnership with Carbon Footprint, we're committed to offset one tonne of CO2 emissions, and plant a tree on school grounds in the UK, for every trip booked.
- Support from our History Subject Experts
Our history subject experts have a strong background in teaching. They are highly experienced and passionate former teachers who aim to deliver detailed background information on all key sites and study topics.
Our featured history school trips
WWI Battlefields
Take one of our poignant history trips to The Ypres Salient and Somme regions, which provide a brilliant but tragic reminder of the devastating impact of war. These battlefields offer a crucial learning environment where students can connect with the stories of those who lived and fought during World War I. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about different aspects of the war, including medicine and life on the front line.
WWI Medicine & Surgery on the Western Front
Our 3-day, fully-guided tour to the First World War Battlefields really can enhance the teaching and learning process for Pearson Edexcel’s GCSE History - Option 11: The British sector of the Western Front, 1914–18: injuries, treatment and the trenches – and that’s not just our view, our itinerary has been formally endorsed by the exam board itself.
Berlin - Impact of the Cold War
The recent history of Germany’s capital is still clearly evident today, to the extent that it is impossible to walk through the city without being continually made aware of its recent past. During school history trips to Berlin, your group will see for themselves the breathtaking pace and breadth of change since 1989.
Berlin - Germany 1918 to 1945
On history school trips to Berlin, our experienced guides can provide an introductory talk on the heritage and diversity of what was the largest Jewish community in Germany, as well as the background and tragic events of the Final Solution.
Normandy
This popular tour of Normandy seeks to bring to life the events of June and July 1944 on history trips for schools.
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School history trip experts for every tour
Take one of our History Subject Experts with you on your next history school trip. We have a range of history Subject Experts available in many of our destinations across different historical periods. Our team covers a wide range of subjects, including:
- World War I & II
- The Holocaust
- The Cold War
- 20th Century
- Ireland
- Ancient History
- Modern History
- The Industrial Revolution
Our Subject Experts are former teachers with detailed knowledge of the current history curriculum. They are selected to meet your exact tour requirements, helping your group to get even more from their time outside the classroom. Making them the perfect companion for any of our school history trips.
