Britain and Ireland tour collection

Walk the same path as James Joyce in Dublin on the way to a delicious meal of bangers and mash. Stand in the shadows of the prehistoric construction of Stonehenge, pondering what life was like for our Neolithic ancestors. Revel in the rich literary traditions still flowing through the London theatre district and get the Read More …

Tour director FAQs

We stay in close contact with our group leaders and tour directors throughout the entire trip-planning process; from the first phone call to returning home, we are there every step of the way. Here are a few of the frequently asked questions that we get about our world-class tour directors: When will I hear from Read More …

Italy, Turkey and Greece tour collection

Take in Rome’s beautiful and unusual Baroque fountains. Observe modern Greek guards in traditional skirts, head scarves and pom-pom-adorned knee bands in the heart of bustling Athens. See some of the most highly regarded relics of Islamic history, including Prophet Muhammad’s cloak and sword, in the Topkapi Palace. Explorica pro tip “Historians and lovers of Read More …

General Explorica FAQs

We stay in close contact with our group leaders and tour directors throughout the entire trip-planning process; from the first phone call to returning home, we are there every step of the way. Here are a few of the frequently asked questions that we get during the planning process: Do you give group leaders an Read More …

France tour collection

Feast on an unforgettable meal in a brasserie tucked away in the Latin Quarter of Paris. Walk the beaches of Normandy and stand on the hallowed ground where Allied soldiers fought and fell for freedom. Visit the warm Mediterranean cities of the French Riviera, speckled with old palaces and mansions—the relics of the formidable Grimaldi Read More …

Tours by experience

All Explorica tours provide authentic educational immersion, but you can also focus in on a specific subject or experience. World history Go back to where it all began on an in-depth historical tour. See more: explorica.ca/worldhistory Paris, Vimy & Normandy. . . . . . . . . .explorica.ca/CAB London, Paris & Berlin. . . Read More …

Our past, present and future

At the time Explorica was founded, organizing a tour was an entirely manual process and there was little competition in the field to drive change—or improvements in quality, service or pricing. Industry veteran Olle Olsson recognized the opportunity for innovation. He assembled a multidisciplinary team of seasoned educational travel experts, and set out to reimagine Read More …

Prepping for back to school

There are a ton of resources out there for teachers to take advantage of when it comes to back to school preparation. We’ve done a little digging and compiled some of the best information to get your year, and educational tour, off to the right start. You’ll want your classroom to reflect your personality and Read More …