Outstanding Secondary School Tours to Geneva
About this tour
Geneva, the perfect place for your Secondary School Tour
This international city is home to the United Nations, the International Red Cross, and other major organizations, making Geneva a symbol of diplomacy and peace. Some of these institutions can be visited, depending on your interests, which will be invaluable for students of politics or sociology.
One of the biggest draws for youth groups is CERN – The European Centre for Nuclear Research (Centre Européen des Recherches Nucléaires ), which is proving increasingly popular with science teachers and students alike. The centre is keen to work closely with educational groups and welcomes visitors.
They also offer teaching programmes and opportunities for students to be involved in their work. Whilst CERN is a fantastic trip for science students, the countless museums, galleries, and other attractions of Geneva itself will be sure to captivate students of any discipline and with use of the public transport system, it is such an easy destination to explore.
Sample Itinerary
To help you plan your tour we offer you the following:
Suggestions And Ideas for Visits and Excursions
Each group will have its own special interests and curricular needs. That is why every visit can be completely tailored to you. You will find some suggestions below, but you can always call us to discuss more options.
Rondo recommends the following curriculum attractions in Geneva
A – Art & Architecture | C – Culture | G – Geography | H – History | L – Leisure | P – Performing Arts | Sc – Science, Tech & Engineering | G – General Tourist Attraction
- CERN[Sc]: The world-famous physics research centre welcomes your students for a pre-planned visit. There is nothing that will inspire your students more than seeing science in action at the leading research facility on the planet.
- United Nations [A C H G]: The guides will show you around this magnificent building and talk about the current activities of the United Nations and the history of the Palais des Nations (the former HQ of the League of Nations).
- Jet D'eau[G G]: See this fantastic 140 metre high water jet right in the middle of Geneva’s harbour.
Other Visits and Excursions
Musee D’art et D’Histoire
[Art and Architecture | Culture | History | General Tourist Attraction]
With a wide-ranging collection from the ancient world to modern paintings, this is one of Switzerland’s most important museums.
Bodmer Foundation Library and Museum
[Culture | History | General Tourist Attraction]
Dedicated to the creations of the human mind, this unique museum is home to a variety of permanent exhibitions including original editions of Shakespeare, Egyptian Books of the Dead and many more first editions, ancient documents, and manuscripts.
Conservatory and Botanical Garden
[Leisure Activity | Science, Technology and Engineering | General Tourist Attraction]
Geneva’s first botanical garden is spread over 28 hectares. With the world’s largest herbarium, this is a must visit for biologists or artists looking for beautiful subject matter in tranquil surroundings.
Beyond Geneva
Chamonix Mont Blanc
[Geography General Tourist Attraction]
Although an historic ski resort, Chamonix is best known for its access to Mont Blanc. You can visit the Mer de Glace by mountain railway. A cable car will take you to the Aiguille du Midi – the highest point you can reach without becoming a mountaineer. The journey there is spectacular too!
Annecy
[Culture | History | Leisure Activity]
This bustling town by its own lake is both picturesque and informative about the history of Savoy. Spend time relaxing on or by the lake with the magnificent mountain backdrop across the water.
Aix les Bains
The centre of the spa town has many elegant buildings, with many relating to Aix’s Roman history, such as the Campanus Arch and the temple of Diana. The spa itself and the classic Casino are also well worth a visit for their décor and architecture. Then, go down to the lakeside and discover a lively leisure area with an aquatic centre, lake cruises, boating, fishing, and lots of outdoor cafés.
Accommodation
Ibis Budget hotel is very modern and in an excellent location, just 15 minutes’ walk from the airport and opposite the Balexert Shopping Centre. Rooms consist of a large bed plus a bunk bed, so 2 per room and en suite.
Côté Lac Evian
This superb hostel offers you the best of both worlds. The location above Evian is magnificent, with views across Lake Geneva to Switzerland. At the same time, you have easy access to CERN and Geneva in about 45 minutes. All rooms are en suite and the teaching and rehearsal spaces inside and outside are second to none.
Portes de Genève 3*
This hotel is only ten minutes from CERN and within easy reach of Geneva. It is ideal for shorter stays to visit CERN and offers typical Savoyard chalet style accommodation for a longer stay. There are comfortable en suite rooms, a good buffet breakfast and evening meals that reflect local cuisine.
Other variations on numbers and duration available plus day trips available on Request.
Experience information
Each group will have its own special interests and curricular needs. That is why every visit can be completely tailored to you. You will find some suggestions below, but you can always call us to discuss more options.
Other variations on numbers and duration available, plus day trips available on request.
