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A historic stone fortress with a corner watchtower, surrounded by grassy grounds under a dramatic blue sky with white clouds and sun rays.

St. Augustine and Tallahassee History in 3 days

3 Days | 2 Nights
St. Augustine, Tallahassee

  • History

Overview

Experience the breadth of Florida's history by touring America's oldest European city with its colonial artifacts and visiting the seat of its government in Tallahassee. Students tour the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park where they can taste high-mineral spring water and observe active digs. They'll learn how the European settlers and the native Timucua people interacted, hear ghost stories of those who roamed this haunted city, and discover how Florida became a modern state at the Capitol Complex.

The Florida State Capitol building in Tallahassee under a blue sky with white clouds.

Itinerary

Day 1

Travel to St. Augustine, FL

Lunch

Colonial Quarter visit

Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park visit

Dinner

Ghost tour

Day 2

Breakfast

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument visit

Travel to Tallahassee, FL

Lunch

Tallahassee Museum visit

Dinner

Day 3

Breakfast

Florida State Capitol visit

Mission San Luis visit

Lunch

Depart for home

Dinner

Already Included

  • Transportation to and 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 St, Augustine & Tallahassee

A historic street in St. Augustine, Florida, with old wooden buildings, an American flag, and people walking.
Interior view of a traditional building featuring a high thatched roof, large wooden support beams, white and orange striped walls, and religious paintings.
Cannons and a watchtower at a historic fort overlooking a body of water with palm trees and a distant bridge under a blue sky.

Health & Safety

WorldAssist
WorldStrides staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help. 
Doctors on Call
An exclusive relationship with the George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates that grants our travelers 24/7 access to medical care through telehealth consultations.
AXA Mental Health Services
For added peace-of-mind, all travelers have confidential access to a behavioral health care specialist while on tour should the need arise.
Accident & Medical Insurance
For added protection, all travelers are automatically covered under WorldStrides' industry best accident, illness, and accident-related dental insurance.
Field Specialist
This travel expert helps your group navigate the trip both to and from the airport.
Name Badges
WorldStrides-branded lanyards provide clear identification and easy access to our WorldAssist phone number, should your student need help.
On-Site Coordinator
Our On-Site staff is available at the hotel to assist your group should the need arise.
Night Chaperones
WorldStrides staff members are stationed on each hallway every night to keep a watchful eye on your students— allowing you to get a good night's rest.

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.

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