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Let your students experience science outside of the classroom with a visit to the Netherlands.
Located in Noordwijk on the Dutch Coast is Space Expo, visitor centre of the European Space Agency, where your students can experience the magic of space exploration from the comfort of the Earth.
Just 45 minutes away in Amsterdam is NEMO, the biggest science centre in the Netherlands. Here you can discover the wonderful world of science and technology in a fun and educational way. For the more adventurous why not see physics in action with a day out at the nearby Walibi World or De Efteling Theme Parks.
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£179 pp
4 Days/3 Nights
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Includes:
- 3 nights Half Board accommodation
- Return Executive Coach Travel
- Return ferry/Eurotunnel crossings
- Free staff place ratio 1:8
- Detailed information pack
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Itinerary planning service
- Motorway tolls and taxes(by coach)
- VAT
Suggested Activities
Sample Itinerary
Example AccommodationSpace Expo
Space Expo, the visitor centre of the European Space Agency, is Europe’s first permanent space exhibition. It lies in Noordwijk, close to ESA establishment ESTEC. Since it opened in 1990 more than 1 million visitors have experienced the magic of space exploration… from the comfort of the Earth. Dressed in real astronaut suits, the youngest visitors can set foot on the Moon surface, ne...
Nemo
Science centre NEMO is the biggest science centre in the Netherlands. Here you can discover the wonderful world of science and technology in a playful and entertaining way. The Amsterdam-based NEMO covers a wide range of scientific and technological subjects.
Amsterdam Canal Cruises
Almost certainly the best way to see Amsterdam’s photogenic streets is from its famous canals. CanalBus offer a choice of three routes through the city’s canals, each of which has a full commentary and each of which begins and ends at Centraal railway station.
Anne Frank House
One of the most popular and poignant visits in Amsterdam; this unremarkable building is where Anne Frank and seven members of her family hid during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands and where she wrote most of her famous diary.
De Efteling Theme Park
Welcome to a world full of adventure, excitement and romance, where you will find one surprise after another.This is a theme park based on fairytales and in a World of Wonders it is a location with its own special atmosphere.Great attraction for younger groups.
The Pancake Bakery
The Pancake Bakery began as a small pancake restaurant with a basic menu. In 1980 the owner (still the present owner today) introduced several changes which made The Pancake Bakery what it is today. The restaurant has an open kitchen, famous "international" pancakes whose ingredients are based on dishes from all over the world and pots of real syrup to which guests can, generously, help themselves...
Walibi World
Walibi World guarantees a day full of exciting moments for everyone. Do you like adventuring or just sensation? You will have pure fun in Walibi World with the Splash Battle, Goliath and more than 50 attractions and shows!
Omniversum (Imax Cinema)
The Omniversum offers you an unique experience. The IMAX films are projected onto the impressive 840m² giant dome. The visitor is submerged in a world of perception; the images are all around and due to the digital surround sound with 36 speakers and four subwoofers it is a true experience. Seated in a comfortable chair the visitor participates in exciting adventures in space and time. Omnive...
Corpus Museum of Human Body
The CORPUS Museum opened in March 2008. The Museum gives visitors the chance to take a spectacular excursion around the human body.CORPUS offers a 'journey through the human body' during which the visitor can see, feel and hear how the human body works and what roles healthy food, healthy life and plenty of exercise plays.CORPUS gives a variety of information and provides education and entertainme...
Science Centre Delft
Hands on! That’s what it’s all about at the new Science Centre Delft. This is the place to discover what science and technology can mean for society. Visitors are invited to help devise solutions and to participate. Visitors can test and try out all kinds of experiments, based on research performed at the Technical University of Delft. For example, they can design their own aeroplane w...
| Morning | Afternoon | Evening | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Travel from UK | Arrive Noordwijk and move into accommodation for evening meal | |
| Day 2 | Visit to Space Expo | Visit to NEMO | Evening meal and recreational activities |
| Day 3 | Day excursion to Walibi World or De Efteling Theme Park/or spend day exploring Amsterdam (Canal Boat Trip, Anne Frank House, Pancake House, Ajax Arena) | Evening meal and recreational activities | |
| Day 4 | Depart after breakfast and travel back to the UK | Arrive back in UK | |
Aan Zee Hotel
Located in the seaside resort of Noordwijk some 30 miles from central Amsterdam, Hotel aan Zee is deservedly popular with our school groups. Amenities at the hotel include: an attractive dining room; a lounge
with bar; games facilities including a pool table; a TV and video.
With 40 rooms all having private facilities it may be possible for groups to be accommodated together on one floor. Pupils are mainly in rooms for 4, leaders in twin
bedded rooms. If staff members require single rooms there will be a supplement.
There is a lift to all floors.
The hotel has been in the same family for more than 25 years.
with bar; games facilities including a pool table; a TV and video.
With 40 rooms all having private facilities it may be possible for groups to be accommodated together on one floor. Pupils are mainly in rooms for 4, leaders in twin
bedded rooms. If staff members require single rooms there will be a supplement.
There is a lift to all floors.
The hotel has been in the same family for more than 25 years.
