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Geneva is a truly international city with a prominent place in world events. It is also home to world-class museums and dozens of international organisations including the UN and the Red Cross, making it a unique and interesting destination for a school Poltics trip or educational tour.
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3 days/2 nights
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Includes:
- Return Ferry or Eurotunnel crossings
- 2 nights half board accommodation
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- Detailed information pack
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Itinerary planning service
- VAT
Suggested Activities
Sample Itinerary
Example AccommodationUnited Nations
The United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG) has more than 1,600 staff, and it is the biggest United Nations duty station outside of headquarters in New York providing critical support to the Organization’s efforts. Be one of the 100,000 visitors who take the tour of the Palais des Nations each year. One hour tours are available in more than 10 languages. Nearly half of visitors are students from u...
International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum
*Please note the Museum is Closed for Refurbishment until 2013*On Geneva's Right Bank is found the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum. Interactive exhibits trace the Red Cross back to 1862. Using the latest technology alongside historical items and works of art it creates a moving picture of the origins and development of the organisation. Other exhibits highlight the varying aims of ...
Jet d'eau (water foutain)
Originally a simple security valve at the Coulouvrenière hydraulic factory this water fountain has, over the years, grown to be the symbol of Geneva.In 1891, it was transferred to the "Rade", to become a major tourist attraction. However, it was not until 1951 that it was provided with an autonomous pumping station, propelling 500 litres of water per second to a height of 140 metres at a speed of ...
Patek Philippe Museum
Located in a building erected in the early 20th century, the Patek Philippe Museum exhibits important collections of horology and enamelling of Genevese, Swiss and European origin, dating from the 16th to the 20th century. A library entirely dedicated to horology and its related subjects documents these historic collections which are essentially composed of watches, musical automata and portrait m...
| Morning | Afternoon | Evening | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Travel to Geneva | Evening meal | |
| Day 2 |
International Museum of the Red Cross |
Tour of the Palais des Nations UN's home in Geneva |
Visit Jet D'Eau Evening meal |
| Day 3 | Return travel to UK | ||
Youth Hostel Geneva
The Youth Hostel is located in the heart of the area called «Pâquis». It is an ideal setting, close by the main train station «Cornavin», the lake, the parks, the UNO and the Red Cross Museum.
Students are accommodated in multibedded rooms, some of which are en-suite. There is a room available for use with TV and games. A 'Geneva Transport Card' for public transport is included in the price for each guest, this card can be used on all public transport in Geneva (bus, trams, trains and boats) for the duration of your stay.
Please note the youth hostel will be undergoing renovations in 2011, some services will be limited eg. TV room and conference room.
Students are accommodated in multibedded rooms, some of which are en-suite. There is a room available for use with TV and games. A 'Geneva Transport Card' for public transport is included in the price for each guest, this card can be used on all public transport in Geneva (bus, trams, trains and boats) for the duration of your stay.
Please note the youth hostel will be undergoing renovations in 2011, some services will be limited eg. TV room and conference room.
