A school trip to London takes you straight into the heart of England’s vibrant capital. A city bursting with energy, culture and unforgettable experiences. From the political centre of Westminster to the bright lights of the West End, London fascinates with iconic landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, Big Ben, the London Eye, Madame Tussauds and historic Greenwich.
Especially for older students, London offers the perfect mix of independence and discovery. Explore history and culture firsthand, navigate the famous London Underground and follow in Shakespeare’s footsteps at the Globe Theatre. For many, magical Harry Potter moments at Platform 9¾ in King’s Cross Station or grabbing lunch at Borough Market are absolute highlights.
Day trips to Oxford, Cambridge, Canterbury, or Brighton add an extra touch of collegiate charm, historic grandeur, or coastal atmosphere — the perfect counterpoint to vibrant city life.
Standards & Service
for all group toursAccommodation
- For accommodation in host families: Full board
- For accommodation in youth accommodation: B&B
- Group leaders in B&B: single or double rooms
- Free place policy upon agreement
Transport
- Round-trip travel by coach
- 300 km excursion program included
- Parking and toll fees included
- Accommodation for coach drivers in single rooms
- Round-trip ferry crossing
Senlac Service
- Individual programme planning
- Senlac booking service
- Teacher login with travel documents
- Student & parent login with information material
- German-speaking 24-hour emergency hotline
- Statutory travel protection certificate
Pricing Overview
2 examples of coach tripsThe final tour price depends on the departure location, day or overnight travel, as well as the month of travel, trip duration, number of participants, and choice of accommodation.
BASIC PROGRAMME
- arrival and departure on the same day
- ferry crossing Calais – Dover
- 4 nights’ accommodation – optional:
- in host families, primarily in 2–4 bed rooms
- in youth accommodation, shared rooms
COACH TRAVEL PLUS
- Private coach guaranteed for your group’s exclusive use
- UNLIMITED kilometres for the excursion programme
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Cloud Cable Car
- Tate Modern
- River Thames cruise with City Cruises
- LONDON Travelcard
- Commemorative film of your school trip
Additional Services
and other programme highlights...
trusted partner Hanse Merkur
of the group tour
7 days | Day & overnight travel options | Customised on request
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Day 1 – Departure from your home location
Your school trip to London begins in your home town. The overnight coach journey takes you through the Netherlands, Belgium and France to Calais.
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Day 2 – Calais – Dover Castle – Host Families
Around midday, you’ll take the ferry from Calais to Dover. At Dover Castle, England’s oldest fortress, you’ll travel back in time — from medieval history to the dramatic underground tunnels and wartime passages of the Second World War.
You will arrive at your destination in the early evening. The host family coordinator will greet you at the coach before the host families welcome and collect their guests. -
Day 3 – Explore London
Discover world-famous landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, the London Eye, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, as well as modern highlights like The Shard and The Gherkin — with or without a guided city tour.
Depending on your preferences, the programme can include customised activity suggestions, recommended day tickets for the Tube or river taxi, as well as a specially designed SENLAC city quiz complete with city map. -
Day 4 – Day Trip: Oxford or Cambridge
Oxford: Guided walking tour to famous Harry Potter filming locations, including entrance to Christ Church College, the Bodleian Library and the Radcliffe Camera.
Further attractions include Oxford Castle, Carfax Tower, the Museum of the History of Science, the Ashmolean Museum, the Botanical Garden, or punting on the River Cherwell.
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Cambridge: Guided city tour. King’s College with its magnificent Gothic chapel is the most famous, alongside Trinity College and St John’s College with its covered Bridge of Sighs. College guides provide insight into the rules and daily life of the colleges. Further attractions include the University Press Bookshop, the Fitzwilliam Museum, and punting on the River Cam. -
Day 5 – Seaside Experience: Beachy Head & Brighton
Beachy Head: Hike to the impressive white cliffs of Beachy Head and along the dramatic Seven Sisters cliffs — one of the most beautiful coastal walking routes in southern England.
Brighton: In one of England’s most popular seaside resorts, you’ll visit the Palace Pier, the beach and the Sea Life Centre. During a city walk, you’ll explore the Royal Pavilion, the medieval Lanes with their charming independent shops, cosy cafés and, of course, classic fish & chips.
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Day 6 – Greenwich – London – Dover
In the morning, you’ll say goodbye to your host families before travelling to Greenwich. Here, you’ll discover the National Maritime Museum and stand on the Prime Meridian at the Royal Observatory — where east meets west.
A scenic Thames boat cruise then takes you to Westminster, offering fantastic views of London’s skyline along the way. From there, you’ll continue exploring the city at your own pace.
In the afternoon, you may enjoy a West End musical or choose from a range of customised programme options. In the evening, you’ll travel to Dover for the overnight ferry crossing to Calais.
- Day 7 – Arrival Back Home Your London school trip draws to a close with an overnight journey through France, Belgium and the Netherlands, before you arrive back home later in the day — full of new experiences and unforgettable memories.
St Paul’s Cathedral, Greenwich Park, the London Eye and The Shard.
The activities are arranged by London’s key districts, allowing you to see at a glance what each area has to offer.
CITY OF LONDON:
- Museum of London London’s history, from its beginnings to the present day more
- St. Paul's Cathedral World-famous dome and iconic landmark of the London skyline mehr
CITY OF WESTMINSTER:
- Buckingham Palace Official residence of the King more
- Whitehall The “government street” stretching from Trafalgar Square to Parliament Square more
- Big Ben The name of the heaviest bell in the famous Palace of Westminster more
- Houses of Parliament Seat of the British Parliament more
- Madame Tussauds Wax museum featuring world-famous personalities more
- Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences: Exclusive events and guided tours more
- Apollo Victoria Theatre Home of the musical »Wicked« more
GREENWICH
- Cutty Sark Discover life on board this historic museum ship more
- Maritime Museum Explore over two million exhibits dedicated to maritime history more
- Royal Observatory Planetarium and exhibition on the history of timekeeping more
KENSINGTON & CHELSEA
- Kensington Palace 300 years of royal history and residence of the British royal family more
- Natural History Museum Dinosaurs, meteorites and fascinating natural history exhibits more
- Science Museum Dedicated to science, innovation and technology more
- Harrods London’s most famous luxury department store more
- Victoria & Albert Museum The world’s largest museum of art and design more
LAMBETH
SOUTHWARK
- Tate Modern Museum of modern and contemporary art more
- Shakespeare's Globe Replica of the original open-air theatre more
- HMS Belfast Historic British warship and part of the Imperial War Museums more
TOWER HAMLETS
- Tower of London UNESCO World Heritage Site, royal palace of His Majesty and historic fortress more
- Tower Bridge Museum and famous 20th-century bascule bridge more
WESTEND:
- Covent Garden Cultural, shopping and entertainment district more
- London Transport Museum Discover the history of London’s public transport more
- Soho & China Town Vibrant nightlife and entertainment districts more
- National Gallery Art museum located in Trafalgar Square more
- His Majesty‘s Theatre Home of »The Phantom of the Opera« more
- Lyceum Theatre Famous for »The Lion King« more
- Architecture
- Art
- Astronomy
- Ethics / Religion
- History
- Music & Sound
- Natural Sciences
- Politics
- Social Studies
- Theatre & Performing Arts
- Boat Trip & Ferry Ride
- Ferris Wheel
- Interactive Museums
- Language Classes
- Planetarium & Observatory
- Theatre & Musicals
- Wax Figures Carbinet
- Zoo & Aquarium
