The seat of government in the most powerful country in the world; Home to the Whitehouse, U.S Capitol, Arlington Cemetery and The Pentagon, as well as iconic memorials to presidents and the victims of war.

A study trip to Washington with Further and Higher Travel is a fantastic way to inspire your Law and Politics students and bring your subject to life. With our expert team and in-depth knowledge of teachers' needs, we will ensure your  students take away unforgettable memories of this diverse and compelling city on your next educational trip.

Contact our Washington student trips experts at FHT Group Tours today for your next educational trip to the USA.

Itineraries

Sixth Form

Day 1

Morning

Depart UK

Afternoon

Arrive Washington and check in to accommodation

Evening

Free time for orientation and evening meal at Ben's Chili Bowl

Day 2

Morning

Guided walking tour of the historical sites and memorials (including the Lincoln Memorial steps to see where Marin Luther King gave his infamous 'I Have a Dream' speech).

Afternoon

Visit to the National Air and Space Museum and on to the National Archives to view the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence.

Evening

Evening meal at Buca di Beppo

Day 3

Morning

Guided walking tour of the political sites focusing on the Capitol Buildings.

Afternoon

Guided tour of the US Capitol and Visitor Center

Evening

Restaurant meal at Hard Rock Cafe

Day 4

Morning

Free time at the Supreme Court where the ground floor and first floor areas are open to visitors

Afternoon

Transfer to airport for overnight return flight to the UK.

Day 5

Morning

Arrive UK

Higher Education

Day 1

Morning

Depart UK

Afternoon

Arrive Washington and check in to accommodation

Evening

Free time for orientation and evening meal at Ben's Chili Bowl

Day 2

Morning

Guided walking tour of the historical sites and memorials

Afternoon

Free time at the Supreme Court where the ground floor and first floor areas are open to visitors

Evening

Evening meal at Buca di Beppo

Day 3

Morning

Guided walking tour of the political sites

Afternoon

Guided tour of the US Capitol and Visitor Center

Evening

Restaurant meal at Hard Rock Cafe

Day 4

Morning

Visit to the National Archives to view the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence and time permitting move on to the National Air and Space Museum

Afternoon

Transfer to airport for overnight return flight to the UK.

Day 5

Morning

Arrive UK

Further Education

Day 1

Morning

Depart UK

Afternoon

Arrive Washington and check in to accommodation

Evening

Free time for orientation and evening meal at Ben's Chili Bowl

Day 2

Morning

Guided walking tour of the historical sites and memorials

Afternoon

Free time at the Supreme Court where the ground floor and first floor areas are open to visitors

Evening

Evening meal at Buca di Beppo

Day 3

Morning

Guided walking tour of the political sites

Afternoon

Guided tour of the US Capitol and Visitor Center

Evening

Restaurant meal at Hard Rock Cafe

Day 4

Morning

Visit to the National Archives to view the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence and time permitting move on to the National Air and Space Museum

Afternoon

Transfer to airport for overnight return flight to the UK.

Day 5

Morning

Arrive UK

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