Halsbury Travel - School trip to Iceland.
Halsbury Travel
Prices from £665*
Iceland is an ideal destination for geography or science school trips, offering students a chance to see a diverse and distinct landscape so unlike anything they will have seen in the UK.
Your students will return home with a newfound passion and desire to protect the world around them.
With so many natural wonders to behold, you will want to be sure your itinerary is tailor-made to suit your subject focus and ensure an unforgettable educational experience. That's where the team at Halsbury Travel come in.
Over 35 years of experience in planning school trips have enabled us to perfect every trip to suit each groups' specific needs, tailoring their itinerary to suit the subject learning outcomes. Once on your trip, we are available 24/7 via an emergency contact number, giving you the peace of mind that our support is only ever a phone call away.
Destinations in Iceland
Reykjavik - The Northern Lights Centre - The Golden Circle Tour - FlyOver Iceland - The Blue Lagoon - The Secret Lagoon - Hellisheidi Geothermal Power Station - Greenhouse Village of Hveragerdi - Whale Watching Tour - Volcano House
Iceland offers an experience like no other, with a mass of unique, natural occurrences to behold such as volcanoes, hot springs, geysers and waterfalls, your students are sure to learn lots about Earth's natural processes.
Visits to the Great Geysir in the Haukadalur Valley, Strokkur, Gullfoss (Golden Falls), Kerið Crater, Thingvellir National Park and the Secret Lagoon all form part of the full day Golden Circle Tour, an unforgettable experience packed full of visits to some of Iceland's most iconic sites, all in one day.
Of course, there are many other fantastic sites to behold including the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights.
Depending on the time of year, and with just a bit of luck, you may be able to witness this natural phenomenon during your trip and could even take your students to the Northern Lights Centre, where they can learn about the history of this spectacular occurrence.
What they will learn
Subjects available: Science, Geography
Whether your group is studying volcanoes, climate change, plate tectonics, or even economics, there will be an activity to suit your specific learning objectives.
An understanding of the adapting and ever-changing landscape of Iceland is sure to be impressed upon them and leave them with a broader knowledge of science, geography and environmental issues.
Science students will have their subject brought to life by witnessing a variety of geological activity such as volcanoes, geysers and the aftermath of earthquakes, helping them to better understand the physical power of the Earth and the science behind it.
A visit to the Lava Centre will give them the chance to see interactive exhibits on how Iceland monitors its earthquakes and volcanoes and how Iceland itself was first formed.
Geography students will be in awe of Iceland's geographical features and having the concepts from their textbooks brought to life in front of them is something they won't forget.
Taking your geography students to Thingvellir National Park will show them the most spectacular tectonic and volcanic environment and leading them into the Lava Tunnel Raufarholshellir will show them the amazing impact of a volcanic eruption from over 5000 years ago!
What's included
Along with the sites beheld on the Golden Circle Tour, students can also enjoy a whale watching tour as part of a trip to Iceland, a dip in the milky blue waters of the Blue Lagoon or Secret Lagoon, a mesmerising view of Iceland's inaccessible parts with FlyOver Iceland or an enlightening excursion to Hellisheidi Geothermal power station, learning about sustainable energy.
Also included:
Accommodation (B&B or half board)
Airport taxes and passenger duty at current rates
ATOL protected return flights from the UK
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
Detailed information pack
Free staff place ratio 1:10
Golden Circle tour, incl. private coach and guide
Itinerary planning service
Return airport transfers in resort
South Shore Adventure, incl. coach and guide
Vamoos travel app - giving you access to all your trip documents on your phone or tablet
VAT at current rate to tour operators
Transport
Flights are available from airports throughout the UK. Your School Travel Adviser will work with you to choose the most suitable flights for your budget and requirements. All our air tours are ATOL protected.
Accommodation
A range of accommodation options are available. Your School Travel Adviser will work with you to choose the most suitable accommodation option for your budget and requirements. All our accommodation options comply with School Travel Forum standards and local health and safety regulations.
Teacher checklist
Free Places, Education Packs, Inspection Visit, LOtC, Institute of Outdoor Learning, ABTA, School Travel Forum, ATOL
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Guide prices are per person, subject to availability and may vary by departure date, groups size and itinerary. Please ask for details.
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