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GCSE & A-Level Government & Politics School Trip to Athens
- Duration: 4 Days
- Board: Full board
- Passengers: 40
- Free Staff Places: 5
Delve into Government & Politics in Athens
Our GCSE and A-Level Government & Politics trip to Athens is an immersive 4-day educational tour designed to deepen students’ understanding of democratic origins, political philosophy, and contemporary governance. Students engage with key historical sites and political concepts through guided visits, reenactments, seminars, and cultural explorations.
Why Book This Trip?
- Direct alignment with GCSE and A-Level Government & Politics curricula
- Hands-on learning through site visits, role-play, and seminars
- Safe, central accommodation with full board and comprehensive logistics
- Enriches political understanding through immersive historical and modern experiences
- Optional cultural events to enhance engagement and group cohesion
Experience the Birthplace of Democracy
This Athens trip provides a unique opportunity for students to engage directly with the origins and evolution of democracy and political thought. The blend of ancient sites, philosophical exploration, and modern political institutions creates a powerful context for learning and reflection.
Contact us today to plan your Government & Politics school trip to Athens.
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Highlights of Our Government & Politics Education Trips to Athens
- Visit Pnyx Hill, the birthplace of Athenian democracy, including a student debate reenactment
- Explore the Ancient Agora, Stoa of Attalos, and Temple of Hephaestus, connecting civic life and politics
- Reflect on Socrates’ legacy with visits to symbolic sites like his prison and Philopappou Hill
- Study the foundations of political thought at Plato’s Academy and the National Archaeological Museum
- Tour the modern Hellenic Parliament, observe the Changing of the Guard, and engage with contemporary political institutions
- Optional cultural activities including cooking workshops and student reflection sessions
Curriculum Relevance
This trip supports key components of GCSE and A-Level Government & Politics:
- AO1 – Knowledge & Understanding
Explore Athenian democracy, political institutions, and key philosophers - AO2 – Analysis
Examine historical and modern political processes and their impact on society - AO3 – Evaluation
Engage in debates and reflective sessions evaluating democracy’s strengths and challenges - AO4 – Application
Connect theoretical knowledge with real-world political sites and contemporary governance
Sample Itinerary for GCSE & A-Level Government & Politics School Trip to Athens
Day 1: Arrival & Origins of Democracy
Arrival in Athens, transfer, and check-in to hotel.
Visit Pnyx Hill — the site of the ancient democratic assembly.
Walk through Areopagus Hill, known for early judicial philosophy.
Student reenactment of an Athenian Assembly Debate (topics like Ostracism, War, or Law).
Evening exploration of the Plaka district.
Day 2: Agora & The Life of Socrates
Explore the Ancient Agora of Athens.
Visit the Stoa of Attalos, home to the Agora Museum.
See the Temple of Hephaestus.
Visit the symbolic Prison of Socrates on Philopappou Hill.
Climb Philopappou Monument for city views and discussion on state vs individual.
Optional evening cooking demonstration or workshop.
Day 3: Plato
Visit Plato’s Academy Archaeological Park.
Outdoor seminar discussing education, philosophy, and the ideal state.
Optional visit to the Academy of Athens, inspired by classical architecture.
Visit the National Archaeological Museum.
Focused tour on political symbolism in sculpture, art, and funerary customs.
Discussion on what art reveals about societal values.
Day 4: Modern Greece & Democratic Legacy
Tour the Hellenic Parliament.
Observe the Changing of the Guard at Syntagma Square.
Optional Q&A with political science staff (advance arrangement required).
Visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Final student reflection session on lessons ancient Athens offers for modern democracies.
Depart Athens for journey home.
Inspiration for your trip
Photos above are from our sample itineraries, excursions and activities – each trip is tailored to your group.
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