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School trips to Geneva

Geneva is an idyllic school trip destination for secondary students, as it’s compact, well organised and brimming with history, science and culture. This city is positioned on the edge of Lake Geneva and is filled with parks, promenades and wonderful mountain views. Also known as the “city of peace”, Geneva has a prominent place in world events thanks to its central and versatile location; more than 20 international organisations have their headquarters here including the United Nations and the Red Cross.

Booking school trips to Geneva creates a perfect opportunity for budding scientists in your class. Your science school students will marvel at CERN where the Internet was born 20 years ago, and where 10,000 physicists try to unlock the secrets of the universe and the Big Bang. The History of Science Museum is the only one of its kind in Switzerland, including collections composed of numerous old scientific instruments (microscopes, barometers, sundials, astrolabes, etc.), and books and documents bequeathed by the families of Geneva’s scientists and scholars. 

Geneva makes for one of the best Switzerland school trips, and is the ideal destination for a trip that’s packed with educational value. A fantastic way to see all of Geneva’s sights is onboard a Cruise on one of Europe’s most beautiful lakes. Here, your secondary school students can discover the major attractions of Lake Geneva; the stone of Niton, the Water Fountain, the Black Harbour, the Diodati house, the UN building, the castle of Bellerive, the Mermaid, and many more interesting sites. 

Cable Car rides in the mountains and a Fondue meal establish the Swiss connection that will leave your students enthralled with this stunning cosmopolitan city.

 

School trips to Geneva highlights...

Booking a school trip to Geneva allows your students to both learn and unwind in an idyllic setting. Some of our favourite trip highlights include:

The Palais des Nations 

The Palais des Nations, or The Palace of Nations, is the home of the United Nations (UN). Students may be able to take a tour of the headquarters and learn all about how the UN works to maintain world peace, and foster international relations and development.

The Lake Geneva Boat Cruise

Set out to sea and enjoy the amazing views of Lake Geneva and the Rhône. Your students can look out for the city's landmarks while standing on the cruise viewing platforms.

Cathedrale Saint-Pierre and Geneva Old Town

Built in the 19th century, St Peter’s Cathedral is located in the city’s Old Town. It was previously a Roman Catholic cathedral which converted into a Reformed Protestant Church of Geneva during the Reformation.

CERN 

The European Organisation for Nuclear Research, or CERN, is one of the biggest centres for scientific research in the world. It’s home to the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and other complex scientific instruments. CERN is a one of the first things on many teachers’ lists when they’re on school

Mont Saleve Cable Car Rides

What better way to see the sights of Geneva than up in a cable car 1,100 metres above ground. Your students can take a ride up to the top of Mont Saleve and take in views of the city from a unique vantage point.

The Geneva Observatory

At this astronomical observatory, your students will learn all about how researchers discover exoplanets and more. It’s an excellent activity for those especially interested in space.

Top Visits in Geneva

<p>Swiss Plasma Center</p>

Swiss Plasma Center

<p>Lake Geneva Boat&nbsp;Cruise</p>

Lake Geneva Boat Cruise

<p>World Meteorological Organisation</p>

World Meteorological Organisation

<p>Jet d&#39;Eau</p>

Jet d'Eau

<p>Cathedrale Saint-Pierre and Old Town</p>

Cathedrale Saint-Pierre and Old Town

<p>Flower Clock</p>

Flower Clock

<p>Mont Saleve Cable Car</p>

Mont Saleve Cable Car

<p>ISG Energy Pavilion</p>

ISG Energy Pavilion

<p>CERN - European Organisation for Nuclear Research</p>

CERN - European Organisation for Nuclear Research

<p>Traditional Fondue Evening</p>

Traditional Fondue Evening

<p>History of Science Museum</p>

History of Science Museum

<p>Geneva Observatory</p>

Geneva Observatory

<p>International Museum of the Red Cross</p>

International Museum of the Red Cross

<p>The Palais des Nations</p>

The Palais des Nations

Popular Geneva Itinerary

Day 1

Morning

Check in at the UK airport for flight to Geneva.

Afternoon

Arrive Geneva and transfer to your accommodation.

Evening

Take a sightseeing Cruise on Lake Geneva.

 

Day 2

Morning

Visit CERN.

Afternoon

History of Science Museum. 

Evening

Traditional Fondue evening meal.

 

Day 3

Morning

Guided tour of United Nations.

Afternoon

Transfer to Geneva airport for return flight.

Evening

Arrive UK and onward travel to school.

 

Top Tips from Our Travel Experts

"Geneva can be an expensive place to stay so make the most of the free public transport for tourists which covers train, tram, bus and public transport boats. Also, take your water bottle with you as there are free drinking water fountains dotted around to save you money."

Geneva Gallery

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CERN

<p>Einstein Museum (Bern)</p>

Einstein Museum (Bern)

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Lake Geneva

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Flower Clock

<p>CERN</p>

CERN

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Lake Geneva

<p>Broken Chair Sculpture</p>

Broken Chair Sculpture

<p>United Nations</p>

United Nations

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Lake Geneva

<p>CERN</p>

CERN

<p>Chocolaterie Stettler</p>

Chocolaterie Stettler

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Lake Geneva - 'Melancholie' Sculpture

<p>Traditional Fondue Evening</p>

Traditional Fondue Evening

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United Nations

What We Can Offer You

Knowledge and Experience

  • We continually invest in our teams product and destination knowledge to be able to offer you the best advice and support when planning your tour.
  • We create itineraries are bespoke and individual to your needs
  • FREE teacher inspection visits so you can feel completely secure when leading your group
  • We're only a phone call away 24/7 whilst you are on tour

Safety and Assurance

  • We are assured and founder members of the School Travel Forum.
  • Our Learning Outside the Classroom accreditation ensures we have your safety at the heart of everything we do and ensures the highest possible safety standards.
  • Externally verified Safety Management System
  • Risk assessment guidance and advice

Financial Security

  • Our ABTA membership ensures that we offer you and your parents the best financial protection available. 
  • All flights sold in our packages are covered under our ATOL licence providing further peace of mind
  • Committed to sustainable and responsible educational travel. Working to offset carbon emissions, reduce deforestation and provide wildlife habitats.