USA, 2027
Dates: Thursday 24 June - Wednesday 7 July 2027
This Science and Engineering tour takes students from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center to hands-on science experiences in Orlando, before exploring space, innovation, and history in Washington, DC and New York City. Highlights include Camp KSC, science workshops, Smithsonian museums, and iconic US experiences that connect learning with real-world applications.
Transport:
International return flights departing Adelaide for Orlando and returning from New York to Adelaide
Eligibility:
This tour is open to students in Years 9 - 12 studying a Science subject
Cost:
Approximately $11,345
Passport requirement:
As this is an international tour, all travellers must hold a valid passport with at least six months remaining before expiry.
Important exclusions
Travel insurance
Passport and visa application fees
Discretionary spending money
Optional evening and additional activities
Itinerary
Day 1
Thursday 24 June 2027
Fly from Adelaide to Orlando
Check in to the hotel
Day 2
Friday 25 June 2027
Begin the 3-day Kennedy Space Center Camp KSC experience, taking part in hands-on STEM activities, simulations, and team challenges designed around space science and exploration.
Day 3
Saturday 26 June 2027
Continue the Camp KSC experience with further workshops, mission-based learning, and behind-the-scenes insights into NASA’s space programs.
Day 4
Sunday 27 June 2027
Conclude the Camp KSC program
Transfer to Orlando and check into the hotel
Day 5
Monday 28 June 2027
Visit Universal Orlando Resort and experience world-class rides and attractions inspired by film, technology, and storytelling.
Day 6
Tuesday 29 June 2027
Experience Indoor skydiving at iFly Orlando, combined with a science-based workshop exploring physics and airflow.
Continue to WonderWorks Orlando for interactive, hands-on exhibits.
Day 7
Wednesday 30 June 2027
Fly from Orlando to Washington, D.C.
Explore the city
Visit the Smithsonian Institution museums
Experience an American baseball game with the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park
Day 8
Thursday 1 July 2027
Tour United States Capitol
Visit the National Air and Space Museum
Visit the National Museum of Natural History
Go on a sunset monuments cycle tour
Day 9
Friday 2 July 2027
Travel from Washington, D.C. to New York City via coach
Visit the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Enjoy dinner in the city
Day 10
Saturday 3 July 2027
Visit Edge at Hudson Yards
Go on a Best of New York Cruise
Watch a Broadway show (optional as this is not included in the set price)
Day 11
Sunday 4 July 2027
Experience a United Nations Headquarters guided tour
Visit the American Museum of Natural History, including the Space Show at the Hayden Planetarium
Day 12
Monday 5 July 2027
Enjoy free time
Depart New York for the return flight home
Day 13
Tuesday 6 July 2027
Cross the International Dateline
Day 14
Wednesday 7 July 2027
Arrive back in Adelaide