Our most popular Science School Trips

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About our science school trips 

Adaptable Travel are the leaders in providing 

exciting, inspirational and cost-effective school 

science trips to some of the most exciting 

destinations relevant to science in the world! 

Our Science trips have been designed to 

bring pupils face to face with contemporary, 

curriculum-relevant science strands, and putting 

classroom learning into context by visiting sites 

of significance first-hand. This brochure aims to 

deliver more information on our most popular 

science educational trips, which are tailored 

specifically for the updated Science curriculum. 

We tailor make each and every trip, and we 

work with you to create a bespoke package 

that is on budget, subject focused and above 

all inspirational and engaging, whether that be 

an overnight trip to explore London’s famous 

museums, or 5 days exploring the wonders 

of Iceland. We look forward to working with 

you to organise your next Science School trip, 

wherever that may be to. 

Contact the friendly team at Adaptable Travel 

today and let us help you create a memorable 

school trip for your group. 

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CONTENTS 

Science School Trips 

Why Adaptable Travel? 4 

London 8 

Geneva 12 

Iceland 16 

Florida 20 

How to book your trip 22 

Vamoos 24 

Reevoo 25 

School trip hoodies 26 

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Why 

ADAPTABLE 

TRAVEL 

A Long Track Record of Quality 

Safety Assured 

Did you know we have been going for 25 

years, organising educational trips for well 

over 150,000 students. 

We risk assess our suppliers, with our 

systems external verified – meaning peace 

of mind for you. 

Financial Peace of Mind 

Support from Start to Finish 

We are ABTA and ATOL Bonded, meaning 

your money is secure with us. 

Adaptable Travel are compiled of a 

passionate team. You will be allocated your 

member of the Adaptable Travel team based 

on our expertise and your requirements. 

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Value for Money 

Adaptable Travel is seeking to build a 

business for the long term. We do not seek 

to maximise profit; instead we seek to maximise 

good will and sustainable business 

partnerships. 

Removing the Burden 

of Paperwork 

Have some paperwork required by your 

school or LEA? No problem, let us help. 

Commitment to Working in 

Long Term Partnerships 

We pride ourselves on the loyalty of our 

customers and our ability to retain a very 

high level of repeat business. 

Educate and Inspire 

Our trips place your students in exciting 

destinations, combined with inspirational 

excursions that will last with them for a 

lifetime. 


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Science school trips to 

LONDON 

prices from 

£105ppp 

A school trip to the diverse city of London is an excellent way to 

offer Science immersion for your students, to truly inspire a next 

generation of scientists. London is home to many exciting sights, 

museums and exhibitions - London is a city at the forefront of 

modern science. 

Victorian museums including the world-famous Natural History 

Museum, the Science Museum and Kew Gardens and the 

Planetarium are all worthy of a visit to London by themselves, 

covering the three key facets of science, Physics, Biology and 

Chemistry. In addition, in recent years London has seen some 

innovative, unique visits open for your students to explore, 

including Centre of the Cell, a wonderful science education visit and 

workshops set in a working biomedical research laboratory; Royal 

Institute - L’Oréal Young Scientist Centre – home to 200 years of 

experiments. 

Add to this some wonderful attractions in London including 

the fantastic London Eye, a relaxing Thames River Cruise or a 

captivating West End theatre show, all pre-bookable as part of your 

package, and it is easy to see why London is a premier destination 

for school science trips. There really has never been a better time 

organise a school trip to London and bring the science classroom to 

life. 

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Our most popular set package 

“Another fantastic trip organised 

by Adaptable. Thank you.” 

COLIN 

Bridgewater 

Return full executive coach travel 

Use of coach in London 

1 Night Accommodation (B&B) 

Restaurant Evening Meals 

FREE London Eye Flight 

Science Musuem 

Natural History Museum 

Centre of The Cell 

Top visits for London 

SCIENCE MUSEUM 

LONDON EYE FLIGHT 


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London 

WHERE TO STAY? 

Palmers Lodge Hostel, Hillspring 

Located in Willesden Green 15 mins from London City 

Centre by tube and providing easy access to London 

attractions by coach. 

Facilities 

Non-Ensuite (Shared 

bathrooms), Lockers, 

Bunk beds 

Student Rooms 

Multi Bedded rooms 

Safestay Elephant & Castle 

Located in Elephant & Castle, just 400m from the 

underground station. Just south of the Thames. 

Attractions such as London Bridge and Tower of 

London are close by. 

Facilities 

Some rooms are en-suite, 

Some are non-ensuite, 

Lockers, Free Linen 

Student Rooms 

Max 8 bedded rooms 

Wembley International Hotel 

The Wembley International Hotel is wonderfully located 

in the heart of London, just a short walk away from 

the Wembley Arena, Wembley Stadium and Wembley 

Conference Centre and Exhibition Halls in London. 

Facilities 

Ensuite, TV, Hairdryer, 

Air-Con, Desk, Safe 

Student Rooms 

Max 3 bedded rooms 

VIEW ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS 

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Suggested Itinerary 

Day 1 Day 2 

Depart school in the morning and arrive 

London. Visit one of London’s top museums 

or attractions such as the Natural History 

Museum and/or Science Museum. 

After exploring these magnificent museums, 

take a flight on the London Eye for magnificent 

views over London. 

After your flight, take a group meal with your 

students to one of our selection of restaurants, 

such as Pizza Express, Hard Rock Café 

or Planet Hollywood (contact us for full meal 

options). 

After your breakfast, check-out of the hotel 

and make your way to your first visit another 

London attraction, such as Centre of the 

Cell or Royal Institute-Oreal Young Scientist 

Centre. 

Have a packed lunch and then make your 

way to the Planetarium and experience ‘The 

Sky at Night’ show. Following this, make your 

way back to your school. 

After your meal, why not take a trip to the 

West End to view one of London’s tip theatre 

shows. Following this you will travel to your 

hotel and check-in. 

Like this itinerary or wish to make an enquiry? Contact us today to start planning your bespoke 

school trip, here at Adaptable Travel, we tailor-make the perfect itinerary for your group. 

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CERN & GENEVA 

prices from 

£174ppp 

Adaptable Travel are delighted to be able to offer a unique chance 

for your students to visit CERN, the world’s largest particle 

physics laboratory. We have organised inspirational trips to CERN 

for thousands of UK students from schools across the UK and 

worldwide. 

Booking with Adaptable Travel ensures you are booking with the 

most experienced and trusted CERN trips provider. Your trip to 

CERN will be truly bespoke to the needs of your group, to Adaptable 

Travel your group is as unique as it is to you. 

Nestled along the banks of beautiful Lake Geneva, and set against 

the backdrop of the magnificent Alps, Geneva is undeniably one of 

the most stunning cities in Europe, perfect for your next school trip. 

Lively, cosmopolitan and stylish, it offers world class entertainment, 

restaurants museums and boutiques. Visits to the CERN facility 

must be organised by the group leader. We recommend enquiring to 

CERN well in advance as this is an extremely popular visit. 

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Adaptable travel have been so 

easy to work with - nothing is 

too much trouble. They even 

sent out free CERN workbooks 

and extra activities to do which 

made leading the trip so much 

easier. 

VICTORIA 


Return flights from UK to Geneva 

FREE Geneva transport pass 

3 Days, 2 Nights accommodation 

FREE Project CERN workbooks 

FREE Geneva treasure island trail 

CERN Visit (Organised by group) 

The United Nations 

History of Science Museum 

Top visits for Geneva 

CERN 

FREE 

GENEVA 

TREASURE 

TRAIL 

THE UNITED NATIONS 


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Geneva 


Geneva Youth Hostel 

Set close to Lake Léman, the hostel is about 1 km 

from the centre of the city. There is easy access to 

the old town as well as many museums and galleries. 

Facilities 

Lockers, Student rooms 

are non-ensuite (shared 

facilities), Some Staff 

rooms are shared 

facilities 

Student Rooms 

6+ bedded rooms. 

IBIS Budget 

Not far from the centre of the city, walking distance 

from most central amenities or public transport close 

by. 

Facilities 

Ensuite, Satellite TV 

Student Rooms 

Max 3 Bedded rooms. 


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Day 1 

On arrival at Geneva Airport, transfer to 

your accommodation in Geneva, where you 

may have some free time to enjoy the city. 

We can organise evening activities such as 

an evening meal at the accommodation or 

bowling. 

Day 2 

Today visit the amazing CERN, which 

can easily be reached by the free public 

transport. Students will get to witness 

science in the making, by receiving a guided 

tour of some of the experiments taking place 

at CERN by a real scientist from CERN. The 

actual content of what you may see will be 

down to what is taking place at CERN at the 

time. In the afternoon, you can enjoy more 

science wonders including a visit to nearby 

Microcosm exhibition and History of Science 

Museum. 

Day 3 

Subject to flight times, you may have some free time. If you have free time, why not embark 

upon a boat cruise on Lake Geneva and take in some of the stunning scenery surrounding 

Geneva. 





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ICELAND 

prices from 

£549ppp 

Fascinate your science students with a school trip to Iceland. 

Engage your pupils by allowing them to explore the ‘Land of Ice 

and Fire’ with a bespoke school science trip organised by Adaptable 

Travel. 

This unique destination is an evolving country and is a great 

destination for any aspiring scientist offering volcanoes, glaciers, 

lagoons, waterfalls and geysirs. There has never been a better time 

to visit this mysterious, yet beautiful and enticing country, with 

Iceland being more accessible to more people than ever before! 

When planning your next science trip with Adaptable Travel, you 

will work closely with our resident Iceland experts, all of whom 

have first-hand experience of Iceland, and well versed in organising 

school tris to Iceland for many years, who will work with you to 

develop your perfect geography itinerary. 

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Our tour guides were extremely 

knowledgeable and made the bus 

tours interesting and relevant to 

our students. 

STEPHEN 

Manchester 


Return flights from UK to Iceland 

Return foreign airport transfers 


3 Evening Meals 

FREE Project Iceland workbooks 

Blue Lagoon entrance 

Full day Golden Circle tour 

Full day south shore tour 

Top visits for Iceland 

GOLDEN CIRCLE TOUR 

BLUE LAGOON VISIT 


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Iceland 


Reykjavic Youth Hostel 

A good location in Laugardalur, next to many leisure 

activities and easy access to Reykjavik’s amenities. 

Facilities 

Ensuite rooms, Lockers, 

Internet Access 

Student Rooms 

Max 6 bedded 

Arctic Comfort Hotel 

The shopping centre Kringlan is within walking distance 

from Arctic Comfort Hotel, as well as the city’s 

main outdoor area, Laugardalur, with its Sports and 

Exhibition Centre, and a large swimming-pool. 

Facilities 

24 hour reception, 

Luggage Store Room, 

Lounge, Internet Access 

Student Rooms 

Maximum 3 bedded 

rooms 

Cabin Hotel 

In central Reykjavik, in the Laugardalur recreational 

area with swimming pool next door and other attractions 

on the doorstep. The location provides a beautiful 

view of the nearby bay. 

Facilities 

Ensuite, Telephone, Satellite 

TV 

Student Rooms 

Max 4 bedded 


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Day 1 

After arriving in Iceland, you will be transferred 

to the amazing Blue Lagoon with free 

time to relax in the mineral rich waters of 

this man-made geothermal phenomenon. 

Afterwards, you will head onto your accommodation. 

Day 3 

The guided ‘South Shore’ adventure today 

will allow students to explore natural hazards 

with the recently erupted Eyjafjallajokull 

Volcano, two magnificent waterfalls (Skogar 

and Seljalandsfoss), visit the Solheimajokull 

Glacier and see the fascinating Dyrholaey 

rock formations. You can also add on glacier 

walking with crampons and a guide to add 

that extra wow-factor. 

Day 2 

Today your students will have the chance 

to explore the North American and Eurasian 

tectonic plate boundary in Pingvellir, the 

triple-drop Gullfoss waterfalls, geothermal 

power and the original Geysir on a guided 

‘Golden Circle’ day tour. 

Day 4 

You may have some free time before your 

return to the UK. 





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FLORIDA 

prices from 

£1399ppp 

Florida has been the epicenter of space exploration for decades, 

being a central location in the NASA plan and home to countless 

rocket launches. However Florida will no doubt conjure many other 

stereotypical images, from the incredible NASA Kennedy Space 

Centre to the fun-filled Disney® and Universal Studio theme parks. 

Throw in a few alligators amongst the everglades, and this alone is 

a trip likely to make any student group excited. 

Adaptable Travel offer bespoke school trip packages to Florida, 

which allow you to truly enhance your trip experience, whether 

it be a lunch with a real astronaut, to the Orlando Science Centre, 

to a range of adrenaline-fueled theme park visits, to trips to huge 

shopping outlets and even a trip to the beach or indoor skydive 

with STEM talk. 

Whether you want to embark on a science-packed school tour, or a 

mix of science, fun and adventure, Adaptable Travel have it covered 

for you and your group. With accommodation on International Drive, 

Orlando, your group will be in a perfect location to explore the 

surrounding sites Florida has to offer. 

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Return flights from UK to Florida 

Transport for all USA visits 


NASA Kennedy Space Centre 

Entrance to Universal Studios 

Entrance to Epcot Theme Park 

Visit to Cocoa Beach 

Wonderworks Science visit 

Top visits for Florida 

NASA KENNEDY SPACE CENTRE 

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS 


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Florida 


Fairfield Inn 

Located extremely close to the Universal Studios 

Orlando resort with a free shuttle bus to the park. 

Facilities 

Free WiFi, Shuttle Bus, 

En-Suite rooms, Free 

Breakfast 

Student Rooms 

Max 3 per room. 

Rosen Inn International 

Located less than two miles away from Universal 

Orlando Resort, this accommodation’s location is in 

one of the more popular areas of Orlando because 

of its short walking distance to shops, stores, 

restaurants, and attractions. 

Facilities 

Private bathroom, Coffee/ 

Tea maker, Iron and Iron 

board, Swimming pools, 

Free WiFi 

Student Rooms 

Max 4 bedded (double-doubles 

2 large double 

beds per room with 

student sharing beds). 


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Day 1 

Fly to Orlando and transfer you to your hotel. In the evening, you will have free time. 

Day 2 

Meet your coach and head off for a fun-filled day at Universal Studios which includes Harry 

Potter world. Choose from either the Universal Studios or Universal’s Islands of Adventure, or 

even a day at the new Volcano Island Water Park. You can have a ticket for 1 park, or a hopper 

pass giving access to all parks in 1 day. 

Following a day at Universal, you will travel to WonderWorks, a building built upside down to 

give the impression it has landed there after a hurricane. You will enjoy ‘The Outta Control 

Magic Comedy Dinner Show’, which includes an unlimited pizza evening meal and science based 

entertainment. You will also have time to explore this science attraction, which includes an 

earthquake simulator, before returning to your accommodation. 

Day 3 

Today you will visit the world-famous NASA Kennedy Space Centre, home to hundreds of space 

missions. You will embark upon a Kennedy Space Centre Explore (KSC Explore) tour. The tour 

your group beyond the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour, making several stops to capture oncein-a-lifetime 

photo opportunities. See icons of spaceflight operations like the Vehicle Assembly 

Building, historic Launch Complex 39 and disembark for a view of the launch pads used by 

NASA’s commercial partners such as SpaceX and ULA. 

You can even add-on a lunch with a real astronaut, to include a buffet and hear inspiring stories 

and Q&A with a real astronaut. 

After your day at Kennedy Space Centre, take a trip to the nearby Cocoa Beach, a unique palmtree 

lined area with golden sands, providing a stunning beach for your students to enjoy after a 

day at the park. Travel back to your accommodation and enjoy an evening meal near your hotel 

on International Drive. 

Day 4 

Today you will visit the Magic Kingdom 

and experience one of the world’s most 

famous theme parks. Alternatively, you can 

choose to visit any of Walt Disney’s Orlando 

theme parks which include EPCOT, a science 

and culture based theme park perfect for 

inspiring our students. Other options include 

Hollywood Studios or the Animal Kingdom. 

Day 5 

Check out of the hotel and travel to Orlando 

Science Centre, an interactive science 

museum, perfect to round off your science 

trip. Then enjoy some free time at a shopping 

mall to stock up on souvenirs (transport is 

available as an add-on). You will then transfer 

to Orlando Airport for your return flight home 

(overnight flight). 

After a day at the park, enjoy an evening 

meal at Downtown Disney, before returning 

to your accommodation. 

Day 6 

Arrive back in the UK 


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How to book 

YOUR BESPOKE 

STUDENT TRIP 

STEP 1: Request a Quotation 

STEP 2: Provisional Booking 

Contact us via any of the listed methods with your 

request (please include relevant subject areas of 

interest) and we will forward a detailed quotation 

complete with full information pack. 

Once you are happy with your quotation and you have 

chosen your preferred departure dates we can check 

all the necessary availability and hold a non committal 

option for you. 

STEP 5: Tour Operations 

STEP 6: Final Itinerary 

Your dedicated Tour Co-ordinator will work with you to 

ensure that all the required visits and excursions are 

booked and that the final itinerary is constructed to 

meet your group’s requirements. 

We will forward your final itinerary for your approval 

complete with all required information including any 

vouchers or tickets where required. 

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STEP 3: Promote the Tour 

STEP 4: Confirm the Tour 

This step needs to be completed within the time 

frame defined by the first deposit date included in 

your provisional booking pack. 

Once you have collected the deposits from the 

students and returned your booking form, we can 

confirm by sending a deposit invoice and in turn 

receiving deposits/purchase order. 

Enquire today and start planning 

your educational trip. 

STEP 7: On Tour 

While we expect your tour to go exactly as detailed 

on your itinerary we understand the need for group 

leaders to have support for the duration of the tour. 

That’s why we have a 24 hour, 7 days a week support 

line. 

Have some paperwork required by your school or 

LEA? 

No problem, let us help. 

GET MY FREE QUOTE > 


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Vamoos - Your free travel app 

Adaptable Travel has partnered with Vamoos to assist our group leaders manage their travel 

documents all in one app. All you need is a tablet or a smartphone to download Vamoos. Vamoos 

is available for Apple iPhone/iPad or Android tablet/smartphone. 

Vamoos gives you access to: 

Your travel documents including itinerary 

Excursion vouchers 

Weather forecast (5 days) 

Maps showing points of interests relevant to your group 

Simply click the refresh button 

to update your documents. 

How to access your travel documents? 

VIEW OUR VIDEO TUTORIAL 

HERE > 

Once installed, simply enter your unique reference number, which will be provided when you book 

your educational trip with Adaptable Travel. All documents will be available via Vamoos at least 2 

weeks prior to your trip departure. 

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Reevoo - Independent teacher reviews 

Reevoo enables transparent and authentic feedbacks from teachers reflecting their school trip 

experience with Adaptable Travel. Each of our trips will have a set of reviews from teachers who 

recently took the school trip. 

How Reevoo Works? 

A group enjoys an Adaptable Travel 

educational trip 

Group leader/teacher writes a review 

about the trip on Reevoo. 

Other teachers can read these independent 

reviews. 

CLICK HERE to see what teachers think of our trips or visit our website at adaptabletravel.co.uk 


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RIP HOODIES 

Make your school trip memorable with our 

fantastic range of school trip hoodies for 

£20ppp. 

Create your CUSTOM hoodies with personalised 

initials. With a huge range of colours and 

designs to choose from you can be involved 

in the full design process so your hoodies are 

special for you and your trip. 

We also offer custom 

t-shirts or polos for 

your group. 

Upgrade your hoodies 

Embroidered Logos £3ppp 

Zip up hoodies £2ppp 

Two Tone hoodies £2ppp 

FIND OUT MORE > 

Robert Blake College - Paris 


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info@adaptabletravel.co.uk 

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