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Educational History Tours for Students Across Australia

Turn historical facts into real-world learning experiences with our educational history tours for students. Aligned to the Australian Curriculum and IB History frameworks, our programs explore key periods—from ancient civilisations to modern Australia—while examining Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and contributions. 

Students investigate the stories of Australia through immersive site visits, interactive activities, and guided learning that connects ancient history, colonialism, First Nations perspectives, and major global events. These tours offer more than sightseeing—they inspire critical thinking, contextual understanding, and a deeper appreciation of Australia’s diverse history. 

Custom Designed Tours

With our rich history and heritage, Australia is the perfect destination to provide students with real-world, experiential learning opportunities, that they cannot get within the classroom.
Each tour is fully customisable to support your teaching goals, state syllabus, and student learning level—see example tours below. 

Step back in time and uncover a story that is uniquely ours. Immerse yourself in an old-town cultural village, experience life in a migrant camp, discover how propaganda was used to form public opinion and learn about the impacts of WWI and WWII. This truly unique tour allows us to see where we came from, discover who we are and imagine what we can become.

Tour Highlights:

  • Discover the impact that the World Wars had on Australian Immigration while participating in an interactive workshop
  • Analyse primary artefacts, documents and historical materials from Victoria’s early colonial history
  • Explore the events that lead to the battle at Eureka Stockade, as well as the consequences and impacts it had on the young Australian population
  • Experience an emotional Last Post Ceremony
  • Learn about one of the most significant legal cases in Australian history, that recognised the rights of the Meriam people (traditional owners of the Murray Islands); The Mabo Case

This program can be tailored to your individual needs. It can also be adapted to other year levels or to be in one location/state. Please contact us for further information.

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First Nations people have lived in Australia for over 50,000 years, making them the oldest continuing culture in the world. Unlock the secrets to their longevity and gain a deeper understanding of the incredible diversity of Indigenous cultural practices by Discovering Ancient Australia. Traverse the alien landscape of Lake Mungo with Traditional Owners of the land, gaze in wonder at the ancient rock carvings at Mutawintji National Park, and learn how Aboriginal peoples have traditionally passed down culinary and medicinal knowledge through the generations. Students will relish the chance to appreciate local history as taught by First Nations elders and guides.

Tour Highlights:

  • Walk the Living Desert to spot artist Lawrence Beck’s twelve giant sandstone sculptures
  • Learn how First Nations people approached everyday life by uncovering the remains of ancient tools and fireplaces in Mutawintji National Park
  • Follow ancient footsteps at Lake Mungo (literally!) that date back to the ice age, thought to be among the oldest ever found in Australia
  • Take a medicinal bush tucker tour that will teach students the healing properties of local plants and familiarise them with the ways in which Indigenous knowledge is passed down
  • Discuss Aboriginal spiritual practices with Elders and participate in a traditional smoking ceremony
  • In addition to learning about Indigenous History, take a tour of the historic Silverton Mine in Broken Hill, and learn how miners lived and worked in the late nineteenth century

This program can be tailored to your individual needs. It can also be adapted to other year levels or to be in one location/state. Please contact us for further information.

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Diversity is Australia’s greatest strength – whether it be the melting pot of cultures, both ancient and modern, living together, or the vast range of distinctive ecosystems and landscapes. Discover the ways in which History and Geography intertwine by visiting the fascinating Flying Boat Museum at Lake Boga, by sampling traditional bush tucker on a tour of the Swan Hill Pioneer Settlement led by an Aboriginal Educator, and by kayaking through the maze of swamps and billabongs along the Murray River while learning about the challenges faced by this delicate environment. Students can connect knowledge gained from a range of academic disciplines to form a more complete picture of the country they call home.

Tour Highlights:

  • Discover the turtle lagoon of Lake Boga and tour the local Flying Boat Museum to learn about the region’s integral role in Allied defence during World War II
  • Immerse yourself in the unique Mallee townships of early twentieth-century Victoria
  • Enjoy the “Heartbeat of the Murray” Laser Spectacular that traces the history of the region from thirty million years ago to today
  • Explore the emerging cosmopolitan centre of Mildura and uncover its history as an irrigation colony
  • Get active with a race across the Sunraysia region, where students will develop leadership and teamwork skills in a series of dynamic activities at various sites
  • Wonder at the ancient landscape of Mungo National Park, where human remains dating back 42,000 years have been discovered

This program can be tailored to your individual needs. It can also be adapted to other year levels or to be in one location/state. Please contact us for further information.

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History Tours Tailored for You 

Our tours immerse students in Australia’s historical landscapes and narratives through hands-on learning and experiential education. Sample experiences include: 

  • Explore Mungo National Park to understand early human history and First Nations connection to land. 
  • Investigate ancient civilisations through archaeological exhibits and museum programs. 
  • Follow the path of colonial settlement in historic towns like Port Arthur, Fremantle, and Parramatta. 
  • Learn about Indigenous resistance and resilience through guided cultural heritage tours. 
  • Visit war memorials and battle sites to explore Australia’s role in WWI and WWII. 
  • Engage with Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal community leaders to understand oral histories and traditions. 
  • Trace the evolution of democracy and policy in Australia through parliamentary and museum visits. 
  • Examine primary sources and artefacts in libraries, historical archives, and cultural institutions. 
  • Explore modern Australian identity through urban history, migration stories, and multicultural heritage sites. 
  • Link to cross-curriculum priorities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and sustainability. 

Why Choose History Tours with Latitude Group Travel?

Latitude Group Travel offers bespoke, curriculum-matched tours that make history engaging, tangible, and relevant for students. Here’s why schools choose us: 

  • Curriculum alignment with the Australian Curriculum and IB History
  • Rich exploration of Indigenous, ancient, and modern history topics
  • Authentic learning experiences at historical sites and cultural centres
  • Integration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives
  • Deep student engagement through storytelling, inquiry, and analysis
  • Expert tour leaders, guides, and connections with historians and educators
  • All-inclusive planning: accommodation, travel, meals, bookings, and risk management
  • Adaptable tours to suit primary, secondary, and senior curriculum levels
  • Opportunities for student growth in empathy, understanding, and global citizenship
  • Tours available locally, interstate, and across major historical regions of Australia
HISTORY CURRICULUM SUBJECTS
  • History – Ancient History
  • History – Modern History
  • Ancient History
  • Modern History
  • Australian History
  • Global Empires
  • Revolutions
  • Twentieth Century History
  • International Baccalaureate DP
  • History
  • History
  • Classical Studies
  • History
  • Integrated Humanities

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Contact us to discuss your History school tour

Contact us to discuss your unique requirements. After providing us with a comprehensive brief, you will receive an individually researched and comprehensive itinerary, directly linked to your curriculum and desired learning outcomes

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