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The Field Museum's grand neoclassical facade in Chicago houses one of the world's great natural history collections, a cornerstone of scientific education
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Overview
  • Duration:4 days 3 nights
  • Tour Type:Educational Tours
📍 Cities: Chicago

Itinerary

Arrive in Chicago - Architecture and Cloud GateDay 1

DAY 1: HOME - CHICAGO

  • Welcome: Welcome to Chicago! Meet your Prometour Tour Director upon arrival.
  • City Tour: Discover The Windy City with your Tour Director - marvel at its renowned architecture and see the highlights including The Loop and the famous Cloud Gate.
  • Dinner: Dinner in a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Chicago.

Museum of Science, Architecture Cruise and SkydeckDay 2

DAY 2: CHICAGO

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Museum of Science: Explore the exhibits displayed in the 75 major halls of the Museum of Science and Industry of Chicago.
  • Architecture Cruise: Hop on a 75-minute Chicago Architecture Cruise, highlighting some of the more remarkable and noteworthy buildings.
  • Skydeck: Head to Skydeck Chicago for a spectacular view from the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower.
  • Dinner: Dinner in a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Chicago.

Adler Planetarium and Field MuseumDay 3

DAY 3: CHICAGO

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Adler Planetarium: Enter the Adler Planetarium and explore the many exhibits offered.
  • Field Museum: Discover the exhibits of the Field Museum - see glowering dinos, marvel at ancient artifacts from a royal Egyptian tomb, take a stroll through the Halls of Gems and Jade, or relax in a Chinese rock garden in the new "Cyrus Tang Hall of China".
  • Dinner: Have dinner with your group in a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Chicago.

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum and Return HomeDay 4

DAY 4: CHICAGO - HOME

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Peggy Notebaert: Visit the Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum - for 160 years the museum has connected children of all ages to nature and science through immersive exhibits, conservation research, and in-depth education programs. If you have ever wondered how a butterfly gets its colors, how turtles hibernate, or how birds know where to migrate each year, your questions will finally be answered!
  • Departure: Say goodbye to your Prometour Tour Director and head back home!
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Why Choose Prométour?
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30+ years of Experience
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Overview
  • Duration:4 days 3 nights
  • Tour Type:Educational Tours
📍 Cities: Chicago

Itinerary

Arrive in Chicago - Architecture and Cloud GateDay 1

DAY 1: HOME - CHICAGO

  • Welcome: Welcome to Chicago! Meet your Prometour Tour Director upon arrival.
  • City Tour: Discover The Windy City with your Tour Director - marvel at its renowned architecture and see the highlights including The Loop and the famous Cloud Gate.
  • Dinner: Dinner in a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Chicago.

Museum of Science, Architecture Cruise and SkydeckDay 2

DAY 2: CHICAGO

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Museum of Science: Explore the exhibits displayed in the 75 major halls of the Museum of Science and Industry of Chicago.
  • Architecture Cruise: Hop on a 75-minute Chicago Architecture Cruise, highlighting some of the more remarkable and noteworthy buildings.
  • Skydeck: Head to Skydeck Chicago for a spectacular view from the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower.
  • Dinner: Dinner in a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Chicago.

Adler Planetarium and Field MuseumDay 3

DAY 3: CHICAGO

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Adler Planetarium: Enter the Adler Planetarium and explore the many exhibits offered.
  • Field Museum: Discover the exhibits of the Field Museum - see glowering dinos, marvel at ancient artifacts from a royal Egyptian tomb, take a stroll through the Halls of Gems and Jade, or relax in a Chinese rock garden in the new "Cyrus Tang Hall of China".
  • Dinner: Have dinner with your group in a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Chicago.

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum and Return HomeDay 4

DAY 4: CHICAGO - HOME

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Peggy Notebaert: Visit the Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum - for 160 years the museum has connected children of all ages to nature and science through immersive exhibits, conservation research, and in-depth education programs. If you have ever wondered how a butterfly gets its colors, how turtles hibernate, or how birds know where to migrate each year, your questions will finally be answered!
  • Departure: Say goodbye to your Prometour Tour Director and head back home!
Learning Objectives

Analyze Chicago’s architectural innovation through a 75-minute Architecture Cruise – examining the engineering and design principles behind the city’s most remarkable buildings, including the Willis Tower.

Investigate the structure and history of the universe through the Adler Planetarium – examining exhibits on astronomy, space exploration, and the science of light and observation.

Evaluate the natural history of Earth through the Field Museum – examining dinosaur fossils, ancient Egyptian artifacts, the Halls of Gems and Jade, and the new Cyrus Tang Hall of China.

Compare the geological and biological sciences presented at the Museum of Science and Industry with the ecological and conservation focus of the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum – examining how different institutions communicate science to the public.

Examine ecological questions about butterfly coloration, turtle hibernation, and bird migration through immersive exhibits at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum – 160 years connecting Chicago youth to nature and science.

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Landmark Highlights

  • Chicago Architecture Cruise: 75 minutes examining bold and historic buildings from the Chicago River.
  • Museum of Science and Industry: 75 major halls of interactive exhibits.
  • Skydeck Chicago: Spectacular view from the 103rd floor of the Willis Tower.
  • Adler Planetarium: Astronomy exhibits and space exploration.
  • Field Museum: Dinosaurs Hall, ancient Egyptian royal tomb artifacts, Halls of Gems and Jade, and Cyrus Tang Hall of China.
  • Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum: 160 years of connecting Chicagoans to nature and science through immersive exhibits and conservation research.
Why Choose Prométour?
100% Risk Free Registration (no costs)
30+ years of Experience
Customizable Itineraries
Guaranteed travel dates
No Hidden Fees, No Surprises
24 x 7 Dedicated support
Learn More

Frequently asked questions

Will my group be combined with another school group?

No. Every Prométour educational tour is personalized to ensure a meaningful experience. We guarantee private tours for all groups.

Your group will have its own dedicated Tour Director and itinerary, and will not be combined with any other school or student group.

How does Prométour support teachers with planning?

We take care of everything to make trip planning easy. From organizing travel logistics and accommodations to managing registrations, payments, and documentation, our team handles all the details so you can focus on the experience.

Support starts from day one. To help launch your trip, we host a parent meeting where your dedicated Tour Consultant introduces themselves, represents Prométour, and answers any parent questions directly.

Throughout the planning process, our expert Customer Service Team is available to assist families with registration, payments, and general inquiries, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for everyone involved.

When will our travel dates be confirmed?

Prométour trips are fully customizable, including your travel dates. You can choose the dates that best align with your school calendar, giving your group flexibility to coordinate extracurricular activities around the trip.

How does Prométour support our group during the trip?

With our own teams in locations such as Montréal, Paris, and Málaga, you get real people who are with your students and know the destination inside and out, not a call center just reading from a script.
If any issues arise while on tour, our 24/7 Emergency Line ensures that help is always just a phone call away. Your group will have access to real-time support whenever its needed.

What are Prométour's cancellation fees?

When you register for a Prométour trip, you can do so with confidence. If you cancel before the tour is officially confirmed, you'll receive a full refund with no questions asked.

Once the tour is confirmed, standard cancellation fees apply based on your departure date. Travelers may still be eligible for insurance coverage depending on their policy.

In some regions, and for travelers with an upgraded plan, Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) insurance may be available. We recommend contacting the insurance provider directly for full details on coverage options.
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