2022 DSA Fringe Program
Travel Dates: | July 27, 2022 - August 15, 2022 |
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Program Tuition: |
$5,150 USD
Airfare not included in program tuition
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Confirmed Airfare: | $1,165 |
Deadline(s): | Please note that the program tuition and international airfare are separate |
Tuition Calculator
There are two options for payment, including an interest-free installment plan. Follow whichever works best for your family. If we are within 90 days of travel, only the pay in full option is possible.
Program Tuition: $5,150
Pay in Full
$5,150.00
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Payment Plan
Pay a $500 deposit at the time of enrollment and establish an interest-free monthly payment plan. If you enroll today, your estimated* monthly payments would be:
$258.34
per month
All prices in United States Dollars.
Fringe Festival Program
Welcome to the biggest and most internationally recognized performing arts festival in the world. The Edinburgh Fringe Festival comprises 55,000 performances in over 3500 shows in over 300 venues. In 2019, there were just over 3,000,000 tickets sold to performances during the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. On the way to the Fringe, students will visit London, where highlights include hands on experiences at The Globe, immersing in history, visit Stratford on Avon. These amazing places are quintessential in the life and times of William Shakespeare. This, together with preparing shows and traveling them to the Fringe Festival create an incredible opportunity to travel, have first hand experiences, and learn about theatre and the world.
Cultural Journeys
Cultural Journeys allow travelers to gain insights into the heritage, history and modern realities of their destination by offering a broad diversity of experience. We rely on the expertise of our local staff to plan itineraries which not only explore the prominent sites but also make time for the lesser-known local gems and are intentional about regular interaction with local people.
Program Highlights
Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!
Perform at Fringe!
Visit Stratford-upon-Avon
Take a workshop and watch a performance at The Globe Theatre
The Itinerary
We do everything possible to run safe, engaging, and immersive programs for our travelers and given the unpredictable nature of international travel we must remain flexible in our planning. Changes to a schedule are uncommon but, we reserve the right to adjust programming in the best interest of the group.
Date | Location | Description | Inclusions for pricing | Lodging |
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July 27 | USA | Board your overnight flight across the Atlantic. | International flight | Airplane |
July 28 | USA - London | Welcome to London! Your Walking Tree Program Leader will pick you up at the airport and the group will start our walking tour of central London. We will explore such places as The Strand, Trafalgar Square, the Benjamin Franklin House, the Houses of Parliament, and the River Thames. We will have a group dinner and orientation this evening. | Airport transfer, guided walking tour, dinner, lodging | Premier Inn Southwark |
July 29 | London | After a traditional breakfast, we will walk along the River Thames to the Globe Theatre for a private tour and acting workshop. We will have free time in the afternoon to explore London, and in the evening we will enjoy The Tempest at the Globe! | Globe activities, lodging | Premier Inn Southwark |
July 30 | Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon | Today we depart London for Stratford-upon-Avon, a small market town on the River Avon, and home to Shakespeare! Tonight, we will have a group dinner and orientation to prepare for our arrival to Edinburgh. | Transport, tours, lodging | Shakespeare Inn |
July 31 | Stratford, Edinburgh | After a relaxing morning, we will continue north to Edinburgh, our home for the duration of the program. Upon arrival to the Scottish capital, we will settle into our group lodging, have a walking tour of the surrounding area and a group dinner. | Transport, lodging | Murano Student Lodging |
August 1 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 2 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 3 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 4 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 5 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 6 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 7 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 8 | Edinburgh - St. Andrews | Today we will explore Edinburgh and visit the world-famous Stirling Castle, then the majestic village of St. Andrews on the English shore. We will return to Edinburgh in the evening. | transport, Stirling tour, St. Andrews walking tour. | Murano Student Lodging |
August 9 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 10 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 11 | Edinburgh | Festival programming and Royal Military Tattoo | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 12 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 13 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 14 | Edinburgh | Festival programming | Murano Student Lodging | |
August 15 | Edinburgh and Denver | Travel home | Your own bed...eventually! |
Accommodations
In order to provide a safe and memorable experience, we follow strict guidelines when choosing program accommodations. Walking Tree partners with hotels and guest houses which are centrally located, clean and safe. We vet and inspect the accommodations to ensure they uphold the ethos of our programs, are great values for our travelers and nice places to rest after enriching days of travel.
Premier Inn Southwark Station
Premier Inn is one of the United Kingdom’s largest hotel groups and this location is close to it all in London. Conveniently located near many metro stops and attractions south of the River Thames, the hotel also has a quiet courtyard and garden combing location, amenities and price in a great option for groups visiting London.
Mercure Stratford upon Avon Shakespeare Hotel
The Shakespeare Hotel is a traditional 4-star hotel which sits in the heart of historic Stratford-Upon-Avon. Just a short stroll away from Shakespeare’s birthplace, the RSC theatres and local shopping, this hotel is convenient for those looking to explore and relax. Step back in time, but only a few paces off the main square in this unique accommodation.
Murano Student Lodging in Edinburgh
Located in a quiet courtyard midway between Leith and the city centre, Murano is perfect to discover different parts of Edinburgh! Students will be staying in 4 bedroom suites that include a bathroom in each bedroom and a shared kitchen and living room area. There are a variety of shared amenities including laundry, wifi and 24/7 reception.
Safety and Support
EASY FUNDRAISING & PAYMENT
24/7 GLOBAL EMERGENCY LINE
HIGHLY VETTED PARTNERS
EXPERT LEADERSHIP
PRIVATE GROUP GUARANTEE
COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM SUPPORT
DEDICATION TO CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT
ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING
This being my first experience with an international trip for my child I have nothing to compare it to. However I feel Walking Tree did an excellent job from conception to completion with informing me on costs, what to expect, safety concerns, and sharing the experience through their blog. While I was worried about how safe my child would be on a trip… on the other side of the world, she told me that she felt safer than school safe.
Stephanie
Parent of Brigid, traveler on Japan Cultural Journey
Your Adventure Includes
Estimated Airfare
In order to give our travelers the best possible price, we break out airfare from the Program Tuition. We will still handle all booking and ticketing via our flight partner who has access to special fares not available to the general public. Once confirmed, you will be invoiced for the flight roughly 75 days prior to travel.
Program Tuition Excludes: Travel insurance, baggage fees, passport/visa fees, laundry, souvenirs, and activities not listed on itinerary.
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Resource Center
Why should high school students travel abroad? What happens if a participant gets sick? How quickly do we need to enroll? We’re sure you have plenty of questions and we’ve got you covered! Visit our Resource Center to discover the answers to your most pressing questions and contact us anytime with additional questions.