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CERN: Smashing the Atom

This is a truly inspiring and potentially life-changing trip for any aspiring scientist!  Learn about fundamental research and see deep inside the world's largest particle physics laboratory - excellent and official half-day tours of the centre follow a variety of themes (depending on the day) including ‘Detecting Particles', ‘Discovering Antimatter' or ‘The Accelerators of the Future'.

Trip Overview

From £412pp.
Based on 3 days.
Suitable for Secondary Schools

You can add further to your school trip with a guided tour of the United Nations office.

For a detailed itinerary, or if you have any questions about visiting CERN, contact us today.

If you’d prefer a shorter stay in Geneva, or if you’d like to add some cultural activities, head to ‘School Trips to Geneva’ to take a look at our other popular itineraries.

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CERN: Smashing the Atom
CERN: Smashing the Atom
CERN: Smashing the Atom
CERN: Smashing the Atom
CERN: Smashing the Atom
CERN: Smashing the Atom
CERN: Smashing the Atom
CERN: Smashing the Atom

Our Suggested Itinerary

Day 1

Flight to Geneva and transfer by train to your accommodation.

Visit the History of Science Museum to see an intriguing collection of scientific instruments from the 17th to the 19th century.

Then spend some time in the beautiful Botanical Garden, an oasis of tranquillity and a wonderful escape from the city.

Day 2

You’ll spend today at CERN (Conseil Européen pour la Recherche Nucléaire)!

Your visit will include the official guided tour and the chance to network with scientists over lunch in the CERN restaurant.  You’ll also have the opportunity to visit the Science Gateway with the exhibitions ‘Discover CERN', 'Our Universe' and ‘Quantum World’.

Afterwards, enjoy Geneva’s stylish waterfront district and see the iconic Jet d’Eau.

Day 3

Spend the day in Geneva, starting with a guided tour of the United Nations office.

Then enjoy some free time in Geneva’s picturesque Old Quarter.

Flight back to the UK.

Accommodation

There is a wide choice of accommodation available in Geneva for a school trip to CERN, some specifically recommended by CERN. Most schools travelling with us choose our partner - Geneva Hostel - but there are other options available such as the Ibis.

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