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Toronto Student Tours: Educational School Trip Itinerary

  • 5 nights / 6 days
  • Social studies, science, geography, arts, history, physical education, leadership skills

Toronto is an ideal destination for student travel, and as a company based right here in the city, we know it best. With unique neighbourhoods, rich history, hands-on attractions and exciting entertainment, Toronto offers a diverse and engaging experience for students. Explore world-class museums, iconic landmarks, and a thriving culinary scene, all set against the backdrop of a beautiful waterfront. Just a 15-minute ferry ride away, the Toronto Islands offer green space and stunning skyline views. Plus, a short drive takes you to Niagara Falls, one of the world’s magnificent natural wonders. 

The niagara falls are about 12,000 years old!

Top Highlights

  • Private tour of all of the city's top attractions
  • Witness Toronto's skyline from atop the CN Tower
  • Day Trip to Niagara Falls
  • Choose from a range of immersive, educational activities
  • Ride the ferry to the Toronto Islands
  • Live Entertainment: attend a Blue Jays Game or watch a Mirvish production

What’s Included

We design unforgettable educational journeys for you and your students. Our educational trips include:

  • Shared occupancy at centrally located 3* and 4* hotels
  • Breakfast at hotels
  • Dinners at restaurants featuring local cuisine
  • Private transfers
  • Private tours and experiences
  • Full support from your travel designer and on the ground
  • Private coach for the duration of your tour

Itinerary

Arrive in Toronto 

Toronto

Arrive in Toronto, and take a sightseeing bus tour to orient yourselves in this bustling city. Visit major sites, including Dundas Square, Yonge Street, Toronto City Hall, Nathan Phillips Square, Parliament, University of Toronto, the Rogers Stadium, and Chinatown. Complete your tour at the Distillery District, Kensington Market, or the St Lawrence Market, where students can enjoy lunch and have free time to browse these unique areas. In the afternoon, spend the afternoon and the next couple days immersing students in the diverse range of activities Toronto has to offer: 

Suggested activities
  • Harbourfront Centre: Take part in a morning leadership focused workshop
    • This workshop will include each student receiving a certificate for participation in a three-hours workshop as required by the Ontario Ministry of Education
  • Science Centre: Explore interactive exhibits and hands-on science fun
  • Toronto Zoo: Get up close with over 4,000 animals from around the world
  • Ripley’s aquarium: Go behind the scenes to discover how they care for marine life and run the underwater world with a tour of the filtration systems, animal food prep & animal care
  • Hockey Hall of Fame: Tour the Hockey Hall of Fame, home of the Stanley Cup
  • Royal Ontario Museum: Explore ancient worlds, dinosaurs, and global cultures through interactive exhibits at the ROM, take part in a lab session
  • Art Gallery of Ontario: Discover art from around the world and get creative with hands-on workshops at the Art Gallery of Ontario 
  • CN Tower: Ride the glass elevator up the CN Tower and challenge yourself to stand on the glass floor while learning about Toronto’s skyline and engineering marvels.
  • Cooking class at The Chef Upstairs
    • Choices of pizza party, handmade pasta, taco party, or burgers & fries with dessert 

Niagara Falls

Venture outside of the city to see the breathtaking Niagara Falls! Students can take part in a range of activities to experience the falls, and then continue soaking in views during lunch at Table Rock Restaurant before having some fun on the famous Clifton Hill. 

Suggested activities

  • The Hornblower: Enjoy the mist on your face as you cruise into the base of the Niagara Falls
  • Journey Behind the Falls: Feel the thunder of Niagara Falls from tunnels right behind the cascading water.
  • Niagara Parks Power Station & Tunnel: Descend into history at the restored Power Station and walk the tunnel to a breathtaking river view

Toronto Island

Enjoy your last day in Toronto at the Toronto Island. Board a ferry at the Harbourfront and reach the island, where students can enjoy the walking trails, beaches, and green spaces while learning about the island’s history and natural environment.  In the evening, wrap up your trip with a live experience – catch a Toronto Blue Jays baseball game or a Mirvish Productions musical to wrap up the day. 

Suggested activities

  • Toronto Islands Bike Tour (includes bicycle rental, helmets, water, granola bar snack, and if required, ferry tickets and bike guide) 

Depart From Toronto

We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itinerary is a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you.

Hear it from our clients first

I had an absolutely incredible experience with GHardy Tours for my trip to Switzerland. From start to finish, everything was flawlessly organized and executed. The attention to detail was remarkable – from the seamless travel arrangements to the carefully selected accommodations that provided stunning views of the Alps. I can confidently say this was one of the best travel experiences I've ever had. I'm already looking forward to my next adventure with them!
Tamara Bahry / Toronto Canada
Thank you so much for arranging everything for our Italy trip. We had an amazing time without focusing on planning logistics. Your driver and guides are top of the line and mesmerized us with their in-depth knowledge. We cannot express our sincere gratitude with everything you have done for us. Thanks to you, we LOVED, LOVED, LOVED our experience in Italy!
Rob Romero / King City, Canada
The GHardy team planned the perfect family vacation to Italy for us! The hotels, private tours and excursions were all exceptional and exactly what we were hoping for! We didn’t have to stress over anything - we just showed up and there was always someone to meet us. We also took great comfort knowing if any issue did arise, the G/Hardy Tours team, as well as a 24/7 emergency contact on the ground in Italy were always a message or call away.
Kerri Torrey / Toronto, Ontario
Our family vacation to Greece, which included Athens, Crete, Santorini and Mykonos, was unforgettable! The accommodations were lovely and centrally located to maximize our time at all of the hot spot destinations. Our private guides were very informative with all of the history and culture that Greece has to offer. Various transportation needs were met through planes, boats and private transfers which made travel effortless from one destination to the next. Thank you GHardy Tours for putting together a remarkable experience for the whole family to enjoy and providing memories to last a lifetime.
Tammy and Jason / Toronto, Ontario

Why we are the top choice for your next luxury trip.

Our unique approach to planning transformative experiences ensures our clients gain more than just a vacation: they come away with a greater understanding of the world, their place in it, and how the journey has enriched their lives.

  • We prioritize personalized experiences tailored to guests’ wants and needs, from holiday getaways to educational trips and everything in between.
  • Travel is about more than just going from point A to point B. It's an experience; we're here to help you create the best possible one for you and your family or friends.
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  • Our team of experienced travel planners has an eye for detail, meaning no stone goes unturned when crafting the perfect itinerary. Whenever you want it, the way you want it.