No — these trips are exclusively for students. Only Rugger Educational Tours chaperones will accompany the group. Parent participation is not permitted. All chaperones are experienced educators who work in schools and have years of experience supervising students on field trips and overnight events. Your child will be in safe, professional hands at all times.

Five meals during the trip, transportation, hotel lodging, campus visits, and supervision.

Yes—each tour is led by certified New York State educators, including licensed teachers and school administrators. Additionally, private overnight security is provided at all hotels to ensure student safety throughout the trip.

• 60+ days before trip: Full refund (minus $25 processing fee)
  
  
• 30–59 days: 50% refund
  
  
• Less than 30 days: No refund
  
  
• Full refund if the trip is canceled by Rugger Educational Tours
  

Trip insurance is optional but recommended.