11 months ago
A wonderful, fabulous company to work with - from start to finish, you and your group are in the best of hands! If you are looking for a beyond excellent travel experience for your students as well a... See more
11 months ago
Our school attended the Paris, Provence, and Barcelona tour, and from start to finish, it was an absolute success. We especially loved being in the city centers, which allowed our students to truly... See more
11 months ago
Our Bell' Italia trip was very well planned. From start to finish we did and saw so much - a great experience for my students. Our tour manager, Lara Corner, who has much experience in her role, was... See more
11 months ago
I just got back from the Greeks and Romans trip with 22 students and two other assistant group leaders. Our flight from Rome to Chicago was delayed, then cancelled, then delayed again. There was no wa... See more
My trip was amazing and I couldn't have done it without ACIS. Even when we had a few bumps in the road, that being a delayed flight, and then missing our connecting flight they figured everything out right away and allowed us to make it home safely. This trip changed my perspective on a lot of things and I am very glad I went.
The Guide and Bus Driver were wondeful and very knowledgeable. Made my first trip to Europe such a wonderful experience!!! :-) :-)
I have no complaints about the trip to France other than a few restaurants. It may be better to have vouchers for most evenings.
My daughter and I went on a nine day ACIS tour with a group from our local high school this last June. I was very happy with the way ACIS handled every detail from the planning and payment stages through getting on the plane to come back home. Our tour guide, Simone, was amazing. There were a few times when problems arose, such as one of our flights being canceled while we were waiting at the gate, and I personally would have been at a complete loss figuring out what to do about it, but Simone took things in hand and got our whole group on the next flight available, got our luggage transferred over, and got us food vouchers too. What I'm saying is, ACIS and the people they employ are very good at taking care of whatever situations arise and keep things moving along seamlessly. I would highly recommend them to any group planning a tour.
During the horrible events that polluted France, knowing my daughter was with ACIS, my worries were nil. I was kept abreast of the entire itenerary, and if sudden changes were needed, ACIS ensured they would notify the parents of its travelers. My daughter attended with many students and a few teachers. I would recommend ACIS without a doubt. Thank you ACIS!!
What I loved most about my recent trip to Costa Rica with 8th grade students was the amount of culture that they actually experienced. I have traveled with other programs in the past that have had much more of a tourist focus. The home stay allowed my students to get to know individuals and really see what their lives are like. That's priceless!
My two weeks in Austria and Germany on an ACIS tour were fantastic. The tour guide was amazing, the itinerary was varied and interesting and the accommodations were first rate. The tour group was wonderful. I would definitely recommend ACIS.
From the moment we met our tour leader, Lou, at the airport we moved, heard stories, played games, ate wonderful food, learned the language, and saw France through the eyes of une Francaise who loves her country and wants all who come to visit to love it as much as she does. My experience was all I had hoped for and more. The fact that we were a group of adults and children and we were all given exactly what we needed to experience the France we wanted to see was amazing. We were well taken care of and guided to enjoy some eating and touring on our own but were made to feel very comfortable in a foreign land. This was a most amazing visit to France.
1. Too fast paced and the tour leader advised us several times of "no real time for lunch so grab something and get back to bus." Not acceptable and was looking for a nice lunch break. 2. Our tour leader booked a flight that I thought was a needless early plane flight and Amsterdam connection journey back home and could have been booked direct through Dublin return. We needed to catch the Glasgow flight leaving 6?05 AM and changing planes in Amsterdam. Why not take a direct out of Dublin to Atlanta later? Our leader explained she didn't want to land in JFK. Couldn't a later flight be booked? 3. Our tour guide knew history of our locations but not the current economics, etc. That would have been very educational as well. 4. Too long on Iona - two days not necessary.
Our tour guide made even the bus time interesting. Great hotels and overall experience. It was a bit pricey but would recommend versus other groups I have toured with. Thanks for a memorable trip Dominic! !
Had the best tour guide Chris!! He made our trip amazing and knew what he was doing. When there was a day that got mixed up he stayed up all night to find somehting for us to do the next day and would accomdate to us.
Franc eis an amazing country. I was provided with an excellent tour guide that made all the learning fun and exciting. I wish the trip would've been a little longer and shopped a little more around town. Other than that the trip was amazing!
I liked it however it was little sloppily planned most of it was fun maybe an extra few days would be better.
Dimitra, our tour guide rocked it! Our group of 43, students and adults, all enjoyed her knowledge, sense of humor and flexibility. The trip was absolutely terrific!
My trip this summer was the best experience of my life. ACIS was so organized in the planning that made this trip stress free and 100% enjoyable. Highly recommend using ACIS for your tour!
GREAT guide (ask for Mauro) with great tour content. I can officially say i've seen and enjoyed what Italy and France has to offer. I CAN'T WAIT to go back.
I have taken 4 tours with ACIS, and found them all to be a great balance of education and culture immersion. Lucy is a tremendous Tour Manager and highly recommend her if you can get her!
Everything was great, but it was a little overpriced. Also, having 3 or more people in one little hotel room is not ideal.
would take another trip with this group
Libby was an awesome tour guide. She made the experience very personalized for us. She showed us many "behind the scenes views" that most tours do not. Would recommend this tour to everyone- but, rest up before you go because it will be a non-stop experience while you are there!
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ACIS Educational Tours is a provider of educational travel opportunities designed specifically for teacher-led student groups. The company focuses on creating enriching travel experiences that empower educators to expose their students to diverse cultures and global perspectives beyond the classroom. Through a variety of customizable tour packages, ACIS aims to enhance students' learning through real-world experiences, fostering personal growth and cultural awareness. The primary customers of ACIS are teachers, school administrators, and educational institutions seeking to organize meaningful travel experiences for their students. With dedicated program consultants and experienced tour managers, ACIS ensures that every aspect of the trip is well-planned and executed, allowing educators to focus on the educational aspects of travel. By prioritizing safety, educational value, and logistical support, ACIS Educational Tours strives to offer exceptional student travel programs.
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ACIS Educational Tours receives high praise from many reviewers for their well-organized trips and knowledgeable staff. Customers frequently highlight the exceptional experiences provided, such as the centrally located hotels and engaging tour managers who enhance the travel experience. Reviewers appreciate the seamless planning and communication, noting that the itineraries are thoughtfully crafted to include unique activities. However, some negative feedback emerges regarding issues with trip cancellations and refund delays, which have left a few customers frustrated. Despite these concerns, the overwhelming sentiment is one of satisfaction, with many expressing a desire to travel with ACIS again. Overall, ACIS Educational Tours is viewed positively, with a strong reputation for delivering memorable educational travel experiences.
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