Long-haul school travel specialists
School travel should be more than ticking destinations off a list. We design tours around your curriculum, your timetable and your budget — then look after every detail from first enquiry to the flight home.
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About us
At TCA Tours, we believe school travel should be more than just ticking destinations off a list — it should be transformative, inspiring, and designed around the unique character of each school community.
For too long, schools have had to choose between rigid packages that don't quite fit, or "off-the-shelf" trips that blur into one another. We're here to change that.
What makes us different
Every school is different, so every tour we create is too. Cultural immersion in Asia, sporting challenges in the Caribbean, service projects in Africa, language learning in South America — designed around your curriculum, timetable and budget.
We work with outstanding tour companies and local partners in every destination, chosen carefully for their local expertise, safety standards and creativity. Together we guarantee unique, high-quality experiences.
While others focus on short-haul convenience, we open the world to your students. From cricket in Barbados to STEM tours in Japan, our long-haul expertise gives young people a truly global perspective.
We offer schools a wide variety of long-haul experiences, so you can find the trip that truly matches your school's vision.
Safety, safeguarding and peace of mind come first. We provide risk assessments, 24/7 support while abroad, and pre-departure guidance for staff, students and parents.
Why schools choose us
Because we deliver more than travel. We deliver opportunities for students to grow in confidence, discover the world, and return home inspired.
And thanks to our partnerships with world-class tour operators in every destination, we do it better than anyone else.
Meet the team
Managing Director
Chris is passionate about helping young people learn beyond the classroom. With extensive business experience, he creates educational journeys that inspire growth, curiosity and confidence.
Educational Lead
Tony is a highly experienced history teacher with a strong passion for bringing learning to life beyond the classroom. He has led numerous successful school trips across the world, giving students unforgettable cultural and educational experiences.
Operations
Liz brings many years of experience in administration and human resources, where she developed strong organisational and people skills — applying that expertise to supporting groups and ensuring smooth, well-managed experiences for all involved.
“We wouldn't really class this as a school trip; more like a lifetime experience!”
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Contact us
Send us a few lines about your school, the kind of tour you have in mind and roughly when you'd like to travel. We'll come back to you with ideas and indicative costs.
