Overview
Discover the exciting history of innovation in America at the Henry Ford Museum before setting out to explore the 200+ species that live at the Detroit Zoo. Then enjoy a lively ghost tour through some of Detroit’s most haunted locations!
Itinerary
Day 1
Travel to Detroit, MI
The Henry Ford Museum visit
Be inspired by American innovation, ingenuity, and resourcefulness at this massive indoor-outdoor museum. In addition to the namesake impact on automobiles, learn about technological advancements from the Wright Brothers and Thomas Edison, as well as other historical entrepreneurs.
Lunch
Detroit Zoo visit
Explore over 2,000 animals in barrier-free habitats at this special zoo. Experience the positive impacts of wildlife conservation and animal welfare protection in this naturalistic setting, home to one of the world's largest polar bear habitats, a large penguin habitat, and more.
Dinner
Ghost Tour
Trek through this industrial city at night with its gothic past and hear about its ghoulish side. You'll learn of spine-tingling tales of hauntings and apparitions from years' past and visit dark alleys and eerie buildings on this spooky walking tour.
Depart for home
Already Included
Transportation to & from your destination
Hotel accommodations
Meals (unless otherwise noted on your itinerary)
WorldStrides Course Leader - a dynamic destination expert who brings learning to life by leading your group's activities and discussions
Admissions to top attractions (details in itinerary)
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
Free high school credit for students who choose to complete WorldStrides free online coursework post-program
Professional development credits (CEUs) for educators
Field Research Guide (Discovery Journal)
Scenes from Detroit
Health & Safety
Additional health and safety measures may be available within your respective destination. Refer to your program-specific materials for complete details.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
WorldStrides provides over $2.5 million in financial assistance each year to thousands of families. Families with annual adjusted gross incomes of less than $85,000 may qualify. One simple call to Customer Service and you’ll know how much may be available for your trip even before signing up. Please note: financial assistance is given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payment Plans
Advantage Payment Plan
At program sign-up you can opt to pay in full, or break up the cost of your trip with the Advantage Payment Plan. This plan allows you to pay a small initial deposit, then have your remaining payments spread out into affordable monthly amounts.
EZPay
We offer an EZPay option, which is a simple way to pay for your WorldStrides program by scheduling hassle-free, automatic drafts from your checking account. With EZPay, you'll never be late or miss an installment.
Fundraising Tools
Our easy-to-use tools put students in the driver's seat of their own fundraising efforts. Students can send e-cards, share links on social media, and even send out printed letters through WorldStrides' Gift of Education program. In one click friends and family members can make a direct donation to the trip - with 100% of the money raised going to offset their trip price. Thousands of students pay for their entire trip each year through the Gift of Education.
Also, WorldStrides makes program-specific scholarships available as well as other scholarship resources. Ask your Account Manager for more information about scholarships and fundraising tools.