Travel is a fantastic way of bringing the curriculum to life. It turns subjects, events, people and places into real entities, rather than just lessons learned in class.

Geography students can climb volcanoes; history students can stand on battlefields; anthropology students can home-stay with local people; biology students can trek through rainforests…

Whatever the subject, travel fosters a more poignant understanding that stays with students for life.

It's a great bonding experience too. Children quickly develop leadership and teamworking skills. They forge strong friendships based on their shared adventures and - outside the school gates - you'll get to know them better too. The result is better communication all round, which naturally reaps rewards in the classroom.

A typical Explore school group consists of approximately 16 secondary age students and their teachers travelling on a one- or two-week escorted tour. We aim not just to see but to fully experience the area or country visited as well. As such, the itinerary may involve:

• Staying in a variety of accommodation, for example with local families in a jungle village house, a riverboat or a Mongolian ger
  

• Using diverse means of transport - camel, canoe, train or tuk tuk to name but a handful
  

• Seeing conservation at work in a cheetah or orang utan sanctuary
  

• Visiting local villages, markets and schools to get a true appreciation of daily life

We operate in more than 130 countries worldwide, so it's fair to say you've lots of choice! We have selected 12 sample itineraries that reflect what we can arrange for you - activity, adventure, interaction and fun. None of them, however, are set in stone; so if there's anything you'd like to add, or take out, just let us know.

We can adapt, or even tailor, an itinerary to your exact requirements.

Leave it to us

Our experience is extensive and we use all of our knowledge and expertise to ensure your trip runs smoothly. We'll meticulously arrange your itinerary, answer all your queries and be able to help you publicise and promote your tour. All holidays are guided by one of our professional Tour Leaders who will look after all the practical details. That way, everyone - teachers included - can relax and enjoy the trip.

So much for your money

The prices we quote include flights, accommodation, travel, all meals and activities - plus the services of a professional tour leader throughout the trip. The only money you will have to carry is for personal expenditure. Last but not least, FREE places for 2 teachers are costed into every tour!

Peace of mind

Travelling with a full bonded tour operator, licensed by the AITO Trust Ltd and ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority, your money is fully secured. For more information on ATOL Protection see:

http://www.caa.co.uk/docs/166/Flying_Child.pdf

http://www.caa.co.uk/docs/166/school.pdf

Safety is paramount

Adventure travel is not without risk, so when planning a school trip you need to know you are in safe hands. Explore have 25 years' experience in operating active and exhilarating tours and safety is at the core of our operation. Explore school tours involve an enormous amount of behind-the-scenes preparation.

We'll discuss with you from the start the nature of the trip and activities, allowing you to make informed choices about your tour. We'll also provide detailed risk assessments and operational information to enable your school or LEA to carry out your own evaluations. When you are travelling you can rely on our rigorous attention to safety matters and robust back-up procedures, ensuring the smooth running of your trip and peace of mind for teachers and parents.

Explore was founded on the belief that we should respect the communities we visit and people who work for us. We passionately believe in minimising our impact on the environment and contributing to its preservation. To read more, visit our Responsible Tourism pages.

Next steps?

• Have a look at the ideas on the destination pages in this section for inspiration

• Call or email us on the numbers/address below with what you'd like to do - even if you're not sure!

• We'll work together to find the itinerary that fits and quote you an inclusive price

• Remember, there is no obligation to book

Call Tailormade Explore about SchoolAdventures on 0844 875 1890 or vist the Tailormade Explore website.