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National Capital Explorer
National Capital Explorer School Excursion
This is a curriculum based tour taking in all that Canberra has to offer and more. Each itinerary is tailored to suit the needs of the touring school. This can include, but is not limited to, Parliament House, Australian War Memorial, National Electoral Education Centre, Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House, National Capital Exhibition Centre, High Court of Australia, Government House, National Museum of Australia, Questacon, Royal Australian Mint, National Gallery of Australia, National Portrait Gallery, Australian Institute of Sport, Geoscience Australia and many more venues to choose from in Canberra and the surrounding areas.
Depending on where the school is located, this tour can be offered with flights, coach or train travel to/from Canberra, with coach provided on arrival for local travel.
In Term 3 the itinerary can also include a day trip to the snow from Canberra for snow play, or can be extended to include a few days of skiing with accommodation in Jindabyne.
Itineraries can also be extended to include a day or two of sightseeing in Sydney, or other areas enroute to Canberra.
The Parliament and Civics Education Rebate (PACER) Program provides a travel subsidy for Years 4 - 12 students across Australia to visit Canberra to participate in Civics and Citizenship programs, with rebate rates based on distance travelled. NB schools must be 150 klm or more away from the Canberra GPO to be eligible.
Incredible experiences
Discover the heart of Australia's capital city with our specially curated EducaTours. In Canberra, school groups can visit a multitude of iconic attractions and PACER venues, offering unique educational experiences.
Attractions:
1. Australian War Memorial: Immerse students in Australia's military history with interactive exhibits and guided tours.
2. Parliament House: Gain insight into Australian democracy with guided tours of Parliament House, including the House of Representatives and the Senate.
3. National Museum of Australia: Explore Australian social and cultural history through engaging exhibitions and interactive displays.
4. National Gallery of Australia: Experience world-class art collections, including Indigenous Australian art and international masterpieces.
5. Australian Institute of Sport (AIS): Discover the world of elite sports training with behind-the-scenes tours and interactive experiences.
6. National Arboretum Canberra: Learn about Australia's diverse plant life and conservation efforts in this breathtaking botanical garden, participate in orienteering activites.
7. Questacon: The National Science and Technology Centre: Engage in hands-on science and technology experiences with interactive exhibits and workshops.
8. CSIRO Discovery Centre: Explore groundbreaking scientific research and innovations through interactive displays and guided tours.
9. National Electoral Education Centre: Gain insight into Australia's electoral system and democratic processes through engaging educational programs.
10. Royal Australian Mint: Learn about the history of Australian currency and coin production with guided tours and interactive exhibits.
11. Museum of Australian Democracy (Old Parliament House): Discover the history of Australian democracy and political life through interactive exhibits and guided tours.
12. National Botanic Gardens: Explore the diverse Australian flora and learn about conservation efforts in these beautiful gardens.
13. National Dinosaur Museum: Step back in time and encounter life-sized dinosaur skeletons and fossils in this fascinating museum.
14. National Zoo & Aquarium: Get up close and personal with a diverse range of Australian and international wildlife through guided tours and animal encounters.
15. National Portrait Gallery: Explore portraits of prominent Australians and learn about their contributions to Australian history and culture.
16. National Library of Australia: Dive into Australia's literary and cultural heritage with exhibitions, workshops, and guided tours.
17. National Film & Sound Archives: Discover Australia's audiovisual history through exhibitions, screenings, and interactive experiences.
AND SO MUCH MORE!
Everything is arranged
Once you have decided on an itinerary you can sit back, relax and let EducaTours of Australia complete all of the educational tour arrangements for you.
As part of EducaTours of Australia's service a Tour Co-Ordinator will take care of all the hassles for you by placing bookings and making all of the tour arrangements both before and during the tour.
An On Tour Co-Ordinator will continue this service by remaining with the group throughout the tour to finalize arrangements and provide commentary during the tour.
Therefore, the only thing left for you to do is pack your bags!
All meals, accommodation, travel (coach and flights), activities and admissions are included as part of the tour cost as well as equipment hire, if applicable. Most special requirements can be catered for, if advised prior to the tour.
Accommodation is generally in multi-share rooms and all accommodation is of a high standard with private facilities and linen provided.
Coach travel is by modern, 5-star air conditioned coaches with seatbelts, ranging in size from 32 to 63 seats per vehicle. The option of flying to and from Canberra is also available. EducaTours of Australia also provides complimentary a Group Photograph, Warm Beanie (winter tours) and Sports Water Bottle to each passenger as a momento of their tour.