Plan a Class Trip to Chicago

If you’re ready to shake up the usual school trip itinerary, consider Chicago- recently named one of the Student Youth Travel Association’s Top Ten Student Destinations in the U.S.

Chicago Highlights

Navy Pier

Start on the shoreline of Lake Michigan at Navy Pier, a 50-acre playground packed with fun. Student groups will get a bird’s eye view of the lake and the city as they soar 200 feet in the air on the Centennial Wheel. Then they’ll splash down for an incredible tour of the lake or the Chicago River on a cruise departing from the pier.

Millennium Park and Magnificent Mile

Once the group is back on land, continue exploring at Millennium Park, boasting a state-of-the-art collection of architecture, landscape design and art (all free!) and a fresh spin on the “town square.”

Then stroll down Chicago’s renowned Magnificent Mile for some retail therapy or a slice of that famous deep-dish pizza.

Museum of Science and Industry

The Museum of Science and Industry is another extraordinary attraction unique to Chicago. Open since 1933, MSI is one of the largest science museums in the world.

Skydeck

Thrill-seekers will rejoice with a visit to the Skydeck Chicago in Willis Tower. They’ll step outside the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere at a height of 1,353 feet and onto the Ledge’s glass boxes, which extend 4.3 feet out from the Skydeck.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Chicago and meet your Full Scope Tour Director
Go a little wild at Lincoln Park Zoo
Get a bird's eye view of the city at Willis Tower Skydeck
See Chicago from a different perspective at 360 CHICAGO
Shop the Magnificent Mile
Let the comedy games begin at Comedy Sportz

Day 2

Visit the Shedd Aquarium
Explore the impressive exhibits at the Field Museum
Take in the incredible sights and structures on a Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise
Enjoy all the Navy Pier has to offer

Day 3

Get hands on at the Museum of Science and Industry
Explore Millennium Park
Go back in time at the Chicago History Museum

Contact For Custom Itinerary

In my 30 years of working with tour companies in education, Kaleidoscope Adventures stands in a class of its own. The level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to service is unmatched. If you’re looking for a tour company that truly understands student travel and goes above and beyond to ensure a smooth, memorable experience, look no further than Kaleidoscope Adventures.

Tom B.

Cannon School

We had an absolutely amazing experience on our recent kids’ trip to Disney! From start to finish, everything was organized so well, and the entire experience was smooth and unforgettable. A huge part of what made this trip so special was our incredible guide, Stevie. Stevie did an outstanding job keeping the kids engaged, excited, and having fun every step of the way. You could see how naturally the kids connected with him — he made everyone feel included, safe, and part of the adventure. His energy, patience, and leadership truly set the tone for an amazing trip.

Cameron C.

Cario Middle School Orchestra

Our trip to Washington, D.C. was fantastic. The company put together an itinerary that was the perfect balance between musical activities, educational experiences, and fun stuff for the kids. Highlights of the trip included the Smithsonian Museums, viewing the monuments in the National Mall, the Festivals of Music performance, the awards ceremony at Medieval Times, and the rides at Six Flags America. Our tour guides, Katie and Gabby, were outstanding. They helped the bus drivers navigate driving in D.C. They provided options for us when the weather decided not to cooperate. I hope to work with them again in the future.

James N.

Connetquot High School Music

Our trip to France was AMAZING in every possible way. Our guide Shona was phenomenal, cannot say enough about her. She was funny, engaging, informative & learned everyone’s name (41 of us) by the end of our trip. She’s the best! This trip will be one of the highlights of my life. We saw beautiful Nice, Aux-en-Provence, Avignon, Monaco & Paris. The Eiffel Tower was breathtaking & the Louvre was impressive. The French people were so nice & we enjoyed every aspect of this trip. Accommodations were great as well, and the food was outstanding. A+++ for this trip. Merci beaucoup!!!

Judith T.

Groton-Dunstable Regional High School Band & Choir

Kaleidoscope made this trip super easy! Participants could pay using the online portal which made collecting funds simple. When we ended up with less than the original quote, they helped us brainstorm in order to keep the trip cost the same for the students. The office staff was easy to contact and just top notch! Once on the trip, we had a blast! They built a wonderful itinerary that included Southern Star Music Festival, two days in Six Flags, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, The Varsity, and an Atlanta Braves game! We had meal vouchers at the various locations which made sure our middle schoolers ate! LauraAnne was incredible at communication and in helping to ensure that we had a fantastic experience! Best host ever!

Maurice B.

East Edisto Middle School Choir

This trip was truly the trip of a lifetime. Our tour directors, Gabby and Keith were excellent in every single way. Their communication was clear and consistent, we never felt like we were left in the dark or did not know how to be prepared for the next itinerary item. There were a few tricky moments, as expected, they were handled with the upmost professionalism and grace. The sights and sounds of London were echoed throughout our group and I loved having room in the schedule to explore on our own as well as doing activities as a group.

Megan B.

Pride of Dayton Marching Band

Wonderful tour! Nashville is a beautiful city with so many attractions to see. We used this company for a school band trip. They kept us safe, organized, and entertained the entire duration. Highly recommend having Lighthouse Linda for a guide! Thanks for helping us make lasting memories with our kiddos!

Tamara V.

Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy Band

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