Combine big-city discovery with action-packed adventure on an unforgettable three-day tour to London.
School Watersports Tour to London
Bring science to life at the Science Museum and Natural History Museum. Then, swap the galleries for the water, with kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and the exhilarating White Water challenge at Lee Valley.
With time to explore the capital and the option to experience the magic of a West End show, this trip blends learning, teamwork, confidence-building and plenty of fun in one exciting London adventure.
School Watersports Tour to London
From
£295PP
3 days, 2 nights
Suggested Itinerary
Day 1
Morning
Meet at school, board your private coach and begin your journey to the heart of London, ready for an exciting few days exploring the capital.
Afternoon
Step inside the Science Museum and discover a world of innovation, invention and discovery. Explore fascinating galleries covering everything from space exploration and aviation to medicine, engineering and the technologies that have transformed the way we live.
Evening
Head to your accommodation, check in and settle into your rooms.
Enjoy your evening meal together before relaxing ahead of another action-packed day in London.
Day 2
Morning
Breakfast at your accommodation.
Head to Lee Valley White Water Centre and start with a safety briefing before collecting your equipment (please note that large groups may need to be split up and rotate between activities).
Take part in an exciting kayaking session, learning paddling techniques and teamwork skills while navigating the water under the guidance of experienced instructors.
Afternoon
Try stand-up paddleboarding, testing balance and coordination while gliding across the water in this fun and engaging activity.
Take on the Water Wipeout course - an inflatable obstacle challenge where students race, climb, slide and splash their way across the water.
Evening
Head back to your accommodation for dinner.
Optional upgrade to enjoy a West End show this evening.
Day 3
Morning
Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation before checking out and heading back into the heart of London.
Visit the Natural History Museum, coming face-to-face with incredible specimens from the natural world. Explore dinosaurs, evolution and biodiversity, before discovering the powerful forces that have shaped our planet, from earthquakes and volcanoes to the changing earth beneath our feet.
Afternoon
Enjoy some free time to explore London, taking in the sights, shops and unmistakable atmosphere of the capital before your trip draws to a close.
Rejoin your private coach and begin the journey home.
Evening
Arrive back at school after a memorable London adventure filled with science, discovery and some of the capital's most fascinating attractions.
- 2 nights' half-board accommodation
- 3 days' executive coach hire and driver throughout
- Entry to the Science Museum and Natural History Museum
- Kayaking session
- Stand-up paddleboarding session
- Water Wipe Out course
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- Detailed information pack
- Itinerary planning service
Accommodation
A&O London Docklands
A&O London Docklands offers group-friendly accommodation in the heart of East London, with easy access to Canary Wharf, the River Thames and excellent transport links into the city centre. Students will typically stay in dormitory-style rooms, with teachers in twin rooms, all of which have private bathroom facilities. WiFi is available throughout.
Excursions
Water Wipeout at Lee Valley
Water Wipeout is a huge inflatable obstacle course that is erected on the lake at Lee Valley.
Lee Valley White Water Centre
Lee Valley White Water Centre was built to host the canoe slalom events at the London 2012 Olympic Games and remains one of the country's premier white water centres.
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Stand-up paddleboarding originated in Hawaii and involves standing on a board and using a paddle to propel yourself.
Kayaking at Lee Valley
Kayaking was invented by the Inuit thousands of years ago and is similar to canoeing except in the sitting position
The Science Museum London
The Science Museum is home to the world's most comprehensive collection of science, technology, industry and medicine.
Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum is the world's leading museum of natural history.
Supporting you every step of the way
Creating your perfect sports tour
Your quote will be put together by an experienced Tour Adviser who’ll be an expert in school sports tours and will know the destination really well too. They’ll work with you to create a tour to suit your group’s needs and meet your tour objectives.
Launching your tour to parents and students
The next step is to get your tour approved and then get students signed up to it. Our ‘Trip Launch Pack’ will help you with this step. Here you’ll find loads of resources (all free to download) designed to make your life easier at this crucial point in the planning process.
After you’ve booked
Once you’ve booked, your dedicated Itinerary Coordinator will start working on the finer details. They’ll make sure your itinerary makes the most of your time and they’ll take on most of the admin tasks for your tour (making the whole process a lot less stressful for you).
Support while you’re away
While you’re out on tour, we’ll be at the end of the phone 24 hours a day to provide support should you need it. We’ll also send you a final info pack before you go and you’ll be able to access all your tour documents via the free Vamoos app.
After your trip
When you return from your sports tour, we’ll ask you to complete a detailed feedback survey, which helps us continue to improve the service we offer. And we can start planning your next tour too, so you can give parents plenty of time to pay for it (and so it’s less stressful for you).
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Your Trip is Fully Protected
As a fully-accredited school travel company, booking with Halsbury Travel offers you complete peace of mind. Our accreditations are your guarantee that:
Your school trip will be fully financially protected
Your group’s safety will be prioritised
Your trip will be a quality educational experience
