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GEOGRAPHY SCHOOL TRIPS

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ABOUT

ADAPTABLE TRAVEL & OUR SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS

Adaptable Travel strive to educate and inspire school and college students across the UK. We aim to do this by offering safe, cost-effective and innovative school trips and college tours to destinations across the UK, Europe and worldwide. With over 20 years experience in educational travel, Adaptable Travel are seeing impressive, sustained growth, fuelled by you - teachers who choose Adaptable Travel due to our focus on what matters â&#x20AC;&#x201C; making your life as easy as possible as a group organiser, removing much of the burden of paperwork. Adaptable Travel also give added peace of mind when it comes to safety with our externally verified Safety Management System, whilst at the same time we focus on providing innovative ideas

to help engage and inspire your group of students in their learning journey. Browse our range of great geography trips now > Contact Adaptable Travel now > Tel: 01451 832 133 Email: info@adaptabletravel.co.uk

THE ADPTABLE TRAVEL DIFFERENCE Adaptable Travel offer an exciting range of school trips for a range of subjects, and Geography is one of our specialist areas. Our school trips are designed to stimulate learning by placing pupils in fresh and exciting contexts relevant to their learning. So whatever the age of your students, an educational trip with Adaptable Travel will help cement ideas taught in the classroom, and inspire students by bringing the curriculum to life.

ICELAND

SORRENTO & AMALFI COAST

SWITZERLAND

THE WEST COUNTRY

SICILY

NORWAY

MORROCO

CROATIA

USA WEST COAST

HOLLAND

AUSTRIA

GET IN TOUCH Our team of experts would love to organise your next school trip. Tel: 01451 832 133 Email: info@adaptabletravel.co.uk Web: www.adaptabletravel.co.uk

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GREAT GEOGRAPHY TRIPS FROM EXPERTS

The Adaptable Travel team is comprised of a number of highly experienced group travel organisers, some of whom just happen to be experts in Geography. Just like our very own Julie Edwards BSc Geography, who will be happy to 'talk Geography' with you.

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ICELAND

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

ICELAND

• BLUE LAGOON • GOLDEN CIRCLE TOUR • SOUTH SHORE TOUR • ICE CLIMBING & GLACIER HIKING • LAVA CAVING • WESTMAN ISLANDS • NORTHERN LIGHTS • WHALE WATCHING • SNAEFELLSNES PENINSULA

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1: After arriving in Iceland, you will be transferred to the amazing Blue Lagoon with free time to relax in the mineral rich waters of this man-made geothermal phenomenon. Afterwards you will head onto your accommodation. DAY 2: Today your students will have the

ABOUT ICELAND

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If you are looking for your next geography school trip, why not consider Iceland, the Land of Fire and Ice. Located on the mid-Atlantic ridge at the meeting point of the Eurasian and North American plates, Iceland provides a window into divergent plate tectonics and it’s associated geological processes and landforms. Iceland’s northern position and geography means that 11% of the land is covered by glaciers opening up a great opportunity for the study of glacial processes and landforms. Its rich supply of geothermal energy, makes the Iceland ideal for studying sustainable energy uses. Iceland is a geography teachers dream open air classroom.

• Glacial landforms

• Natural Hazards: Tectonic plates and managing tectonic hazards

• Rivers

• Natural Hazards: Volcanoes and Volcanic eruptions

• Geology: Rock landscape and processes

• Tourism and ecotourism

• Coasts: Depositional and erosional landforms

• Energy resources • Sustainability: energy, tourism, living and uses of environments

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DAY 3: The guided ‘South Shore’ adventure

today will allow students to explore natural hazards with the recently erupted Eyjafjallajokull Volcano, two magnificent waterfalls (Skogar and Seljalandsfoss), visit the Solheimajokull Glacier and see the fascinating Dyrholaey rock formations. You can also add on glacier walking with crampons and a guide to add that extra wow-factor.

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GEOGRAPHY TOPICS TO EXPLORE IN ICELAND • Glaciation

chance to explore the North American and Eurasion tectonic plate boundary in Pingvellar, the triple-drop Gulfoss waterfalls, geothermal power and the original Geysirs on a guided ‘Golden Circle’ day tour.

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ARCTIC COMFORT 3*

CABIN HOTEL, 2*+

Our most popular Iceland hotel, in a good location a short

Well placed hotel in Reykjavik, 10 mins walk to the central area and

walk from central Reykjavik. Max 3 bedded ensuite student rooms, good standard hotel.

attractions. Max 4 bedded student rooms, all ensuite with satellite TV.

DAY 4: Today students will enjoy an amazing trip with a guide lava caving, discovering up close about the geology and processes of an Icelandic lava tube. DAY 5: You may have some free time before your return the UK.

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SORRENTO & AMALFI COAST

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

SORRENTO

• THE AMALFI COAST TOUR • CAMPI FLEGREI (PHLEGRAEAN FIELDS) • CAPRI ISLAND AND THE BLUE GROTTO • MOUNT EPOMEO, ISCHIA

& AMALFI COAST

• MOUNT VESUVIUS • POMPEII AND HERCULANEUM • REGIONAL PARK LATTARI & COAST • NAPLES & UNDERGROUND NAPLES • VESUVIAN OBSERVATORY

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1: On arrival at Naples airport, transfer

to your hotel in Sorrento where you may have some free time.

DAY 2: Today’s visit will focus on the

destructive power of Mt Vesiuvius, as you visit Vesuvius. Classed as potentially one of the most dangerous active volcanos, students will learn about its formation and eruption history. Your trip will be compounded by a visit to Pomeii to uncover the affects of eruption in 79AD.

ABOUT SORRENTO & AMALFI COAST

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A visit to the Sorrentine Peninsula and Amalfi Coast presents an exciting opportunity for studying the topics of Volcanism, plate tectonics, natural hazards and coastal and tourism management. Visit Mount Vesuvius national park and the Phlegrean Fields to study the volcanic landscape, then take a trip to the ancient site of Pompeii and Herculaneum to understand the devastation of lava and pyroclastic flows. Drive along the Amalfi coastal road or walk along the Path of the Gods to learn more about the dramatic coastline. Sorrento is a prime example of an Italian resort at its finest, giving opportunity to explore how tourism is vital to the local economy. This region of Italy is a great option for your next geography trip!

• Rocks and landscapes: classification, processes, rock types • Sustainability

• Characteristics of industry • Tourism: Tourism trends and attractions • Natural hazards: plate tectonics, volcanoes and volcanic eruptions, managing tectonic hazards, bradyseism

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along a stretch of the Amalfi coast to view the specular cliff formations and to consider land use along the coastal zone. In the afternoon head over to the island of Capri, to consider its limestone geology and the effects of being a tourist honeypot.

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GEOGRAPHY TOPICS TO EXPLORE IN SORRENTO • Coast: Processes, erosional and depositional landforms, coastal management

DAY 3: In the morning you will take a drive

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HOTEL VILLA MARIA 3*+

KLEIN WIEN HOTEL, 3*

Located in the heart of Sorrento, just 400m from the main

Located in Piano di Sorrento on a panoramic point overlooking the

square, Piazza tasso and 600m from the beach. Great standard hotel for students to enjoy.

sea. A short walk to the beach and only 2km from central Sorrento.

DAY 4: Today the focus returns to plate tectonics with a visit to Campei Flegrei National Park (Phlegraean Fields). This 15km wide Caldera, is an active volcanic system offering the opportunity to view numerous volcanic features, including the Solfatara fumarolic field, Monte Nuovo caldera and the evident bradyseism. DAY 5: Depending on your flights, there may be time for a tour of Naples to consider urban environment topics along with offering a great case study for managing tectonic hazards.

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SWITZERLAND

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

SWITZERLAND

• THE ALETSCH GLACIER • LANGGLETSCHER GLACIER • GLACIER 3000 • GRAND DIXENCE DAM • GRUYERE CHEESE FACTORY • CAILLER CHOCOLATE FACTORY • GROTTES DE VALLORBE CAVES • THE GRAND-EAU RIVER BASIN • BERNESE MOUNTAINS

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1 & 2: Travel by coach from your institute. You will be based in the Alpine ski resort of Leysin or Chateau-d’Oex. DAY 3: Today you will focus on the classification and characteristics of industry, with a visit to Bex Salt Mine in the primary sector and Cailler Chocolate Factory in the secondary sector.

DAY 4: In the morning travel by coach to

ABOUT SWITZERLAND

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Switzerland is a classic geography school trip destination and it is clear to see why. With opportunities for the study of glaciation, fluvial processes and orography along with human aspects including industry and tourism - Switzerland is an open air classroom ready to explore. A trip to beautiful Switzerland can not only provide field studies techniques and case study material for exams, but it will undoubtedly offer inspirational experiences and lasting memories for years to come.

• Glaciation

• Plate Tectonics: Fold Mountains

• Glacial landforms

• Characteristics of Industry

• Water & Rivers

• Settlement

• Geology: Rock landscape & processes

• Energy Resources

• Tourism

• Sustainability

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DAY 5: Visit the Langgletscher glacier, a UNESCO World heritage site. Today’s visit will allow students to study a classic glacial valley with its typical glacial landforms and unique ecology. There is an opportunity to go glacier walking with guide and special equipment to get up-close with the glacier.

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GEOGRAPHY TOPICS TO EXPLORE IN SWITZERLAND

• Natural Hazards: Avalanches

the alpine village of Les diablerets for a ramble along the Grand Eau river to investigate river processes and floodplain management. In the afternoon, head over to the Berneuse Mountains to consider the mountain environment; its formation, land uses and hazards.

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LE VIEUX CHALET

CENTRAL RESIDENCE

Located in the charming Swiss village of Chateau-d’Oex,

This high standard hotel is located in the heart of Leysin,

this traditional chalet provides a perfect base to explore the Alps, offering sole occupancy for larger groups.

an excellent base for exploring the Alps. Offering excellent onsite facilities including a swimming pool.

DAY 6 & 7: Depart accommodation and travel overnight to return back to your institute.

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THE WEST COUNTRY

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

THE WEST COUNTRY

• EDEN PROJECT • LOST GARDEN OF HELIGAN • LANDS END • MET OFFICE SUPERCOMPUTER • RIVER FOWEY • GEEVOR TIN MINE • CHEDDAR GORGE • JURASSIC COAST • LULWORTH COVE

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1:

Today you will Somerset and the popular honeypot attraction of Cheddar Gorge. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about the features of a Karst landscape, with a guided visit to the two magnificent show caves on offer. You will then transfer to your accommodation in Dorset.

DAY 2: Today will all be about coastal

ABOUT THE WEST COUNTRY

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The West Country counties of England offer an extraordinary learning environment for geography students. It gives a wealth of opportunity to cover topics including coastal and river processes and landforms, tourism, rural environments and sustainability. Start with a visit to Cheddar Gorge to discover the landforms and processes of this beautiful Karst landscape. Follow this with a walk along the Jurassic coast to discover how thousands of years of erosion has shaped the rocks, with example examples of stacks, stumps, caves, and arches. The Eden project is also a must visit when in Cornwall giving students the chance to uncover the workings of various ecosystems, viewing first hand plant species from tropical, Mediterranean and temperate biomes. With all this on offer and more just waiting to be discovered, why not arrange your next school trip to the West Country?

GEOGRAPHY TOPICS TO EXPLORE IN THE WEST COUNTRY • Water & Rivers: processes, landforms, management and flooding • Coasts: Processes, landforms, management and flooding • Energy Resources • Rural Settlements

• Sustainable Tourism • Ecosystems: Biomes, sand dune succession • Weather & Climate

landforms, with a guided walk along a stretch of the Jurassic coastline at Nare’s head to observe key geographical features such as stacks, caves and arches. Transfer to your accommodation in Cornwall.

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DAY 3: Visit the Eden Project for a tour and

educational talk to learn about world biomes. You can also add in a work shop on topics such as climate change or sustainability. Later that day visit the Lost Garden of Heligan.

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YHA PENZANZCE Just 5mins walk from the town centre and seafront in Penzanzce, this hostel provides an excellent, clean base to explore the southwest.

HOTEL CALIFORNIA

DAY 4: Today undertake a case study of the village of Boscastle, which suffered devasting floods in 2004, students can consider the causes, effects and evaluate the efficacy of the new flood prevention scheme. Depart for school Return back to school late afternoon or early evening.

In the popular town of Newquay, this hotel is a popular choice amongst our groups due to the location, facilities and excellent value for money on offer.

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SICILY

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

SICILY

• MOUNT ETNA • ALCANTARA RIVER PARK • LAVA CAVES: GROTTA DEL GELO (CAVE OF ICE) & GROTTA DEI LAMPONI • ZAFFERANA • SYRACUSE: PANTALICA • NEBRODI: CATAFURCO WATERFALLS • CAVAGRANDE DEL CASSIBILE • VULCANO ISLAND

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1: On arrival transfer to your hotel in

Taormina, depending on flight times you may have some free time to explore the local area.

DAY 2: In the morning visit Mount Etna for

an expedition led by a specialist guide, who will discuss the volcanic processes and landforms of this famous Stratovolcano. In the afternoon, visit Alcantara River Park, home to the Alcantara gorges, which formed from eroded volcanic basalt columns.

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Western Norway has some of the most spectacular scenery in the world and a visit is a must for all geographer. The magnificent Fjords were created when retreating glaciers carved typical U-shaped valleys into the landscape which then filled with sea water. Norway has some of the longest, deepest and narrowest fjords in the world. The Fjords of Geirangerfjord and Nærøyfjord are so unique that they are now on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Add to this glaciation studies, fantastic science and biology visits and plenty of leisure activites to occupy your students - Norway is an excellent choice.

• Coast: Processes, erosional and depositional landforms, coastal management • Rocks & Landscapes: Classification, processes, rock types

• Natural Hazards: Plate tectonics, volcanoes and volcanic eruptions and managing tectonic hazards • Tourism: Tourism trends and attractions • Sustainability

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to Vulcano Island, which gave the Volcano its name. Home to hot springs, fumaroles, yellow sulphur rocks and black sands, it is an ideal destination to explore volcanic processes and landforms. There will be free time to visit the hot springs and mud baths before departure.

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DAY 4: Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time to visit the town of Zafferana Etnea, which offer a great case study for management of volcanic hazards.

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GEOGRAPHY TOPICS TO EXPLORE IN SICILY • Water & Rivers

DAY 3: Today you will take the Hydrofoil over

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KINGS HOUSE, 3*

ALBERGO ATHENAEUM

Situated near the Fondachello Mascali, just 200m from the

Located by the historical centre of Palermo and a few steps from

beach. An excellent hotel in an excellent location.

the university district. A comfortable hotel in the heart of Palermo.

EXTRA DAYS: You can add on extra days to the itinerary to visit more of what Sicily has to offer.

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NORWAY

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

NORWAY

• NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL • HARDANGERFJORD DAY TOUR • FOLGEFONN GLACIER DAY TOUR • FOLGEFONN GLACIER WALK • NORWEGIAN MUSEUM OF HYDRO POWER & INDUSTRY • COASTAL MUSEUM • BERGEN SCIENCE CENTRE

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1: After arriving in Norway, you will be

transferred to your accommodation in Bergen. Depending on your flight arrival you may have some free time to explore the city.

DAY 2: Today undertake the Hardangerfjord

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• Glacial Landforms

• Natural Hazards: Rock slides & avalanches

• Water & Rivers

• Characteristics of Industry

• Geology: Rock landscape & processes

• Settlement

• Tourism

• Sustainability

• Energy Resources

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DAY 3: Today is a spotlight on glacial

processes with a visit to Folgefonna a collection of plateau glaciers in Hardanger. Learn more about glacial processes and landforms from your expert local guide. There is a chance to add-on a glacier hike to this tour to add even more of a wow-factor.

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DAY 4: You may have some free time before your return the UK.

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GEOGRAPHY TOPICS TO EXPLORE IN NORWAY • Glaciation

Day tour and explore the best of Norway’s geography. Travel through the valleys and learn how the fjords were formed, see high mountains, glaciers and impressive waterfalls. Also, visit a hydroelectric power station to see how Norway uses its natural resources.

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HI HOSTEL BERGEN

THON HOTEL, 3*+

Set on the hillside of Mount Ulriken approx 5km from the

In the historic Bryggen waterfront area of Bergen, a

city centre of Bergen. Excellent onsite facilities including a games area for students to use.

short walk to many of Bergen’s attractions including shopping and Torgalmenningen Square.

the itinerary to visit more of what Norway has to offer.

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MORROCO

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

MORROCO

• PLAIN OF HAOUZ DAYTRIP • AIT BENHADDOU DAYTRIP • GLAOUI PALACE DAYTRIP • TODRA GORGE DAYTRIP • OUARZAZATE • MARRAKESH • VALLEY OF DRAA • ZAGORA • GORGES OF DADES • AIT BEN HADDOU KASBAH

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrive in Marrakech and transfer to the hotel near the city centre.

DAY 2: Today you will head off on a drive

ABOUT MORROCO

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Morocco is geographically located in Northern Africa along the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. The topography of Morocco varies as its northern coast and interior regions are mountainous, while its coast features fertile plains where much of the country’s agriculture takes place. Explore the diversity this country has to offer from the bustling mega city of Marrakech to the desert and gorge landscapes of the Atlas Mountains, the gateway to the Sahara desert. Morocco is a wonderful destination for all the curious geographers out there and can offer endless educational opportunities. With a welcoming, captivating culture and a breath-taking landscape you’ll never want to leave!

• Water & Rivers

• Development & Health (LEDC)

• Ecosystem-Biomes: Desert & human uses & pressure on arid & semi-arid environment

• Tourism

• Coasts: Depositional & erosional landforms

• Energy & Water Resources

• Urban Environments

• Sustainability

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DAY 3: After an early start to see the Sand

dunes in first light, you will be transported to the edge of the Saghro mountains before heading north to the Gorge du Todra. A chance to see the Gorges of Todra and the massive cliffs there before heading to the Gorges of Dades . Spend the night in an Auberge.

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GEOGRAPHY TOPICS TO EXPLORE IN MORROCO

• Geology: Rock landscape & processes

over the High Atlas mountains to the town of Ouarzazate and onwards down the valley of Draa, seeing the ruined kasbahs in the palmeries before reaching Zagora. Meet the camel team and take a walk out to the sand dunes area to the overnight camp.

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HOTEL LE ANDAOUS, 4* Location: In the heart of Marrakech residential area, just a 10 minute walk from Jemâa El Fna-the city centre and the Menara gardens Student Rooming: Max 4 bedded. Room Facilities: Ensuite (some), Air-conditioning, TV, Radio, Safe, Private Balcony, Internet access.

DAY 4: Today you will travel via the Amerdhil Kasbah in the Skoura plantation, see the different farming technics used by the tribe Ait Atta Tafoukht compared to Ait Atta Amalou people that live in the mountains. Visit the Ait ben Haddou Kasbah before climbing the Tizi n Tichka pass over the High Atlas. Descend back to Marrakech where you will spend the night. DAY 5: Today you have a chance to explore the city of Marrakech in the morning. Transfer to the airport for your afternoon flight.

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CROATIA

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

CROATIA

• KRKA NATIONAL PARK & KRKA RIVER • KORNATI NATIONAL PARK BOAT TRIP • NIN, PAG ISLAND & SALTWORKS • PLITVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK • ZADAR CITY TOUR • SPLIT DAYTRIP

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrive in Zadar and depending on your flight schedule you may have some free time.

DAY 2: Today you will undertake the Islands,

ABOUT CROATIA

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Geographical features include giant rock stack formations, mountains and valley terrains, islands to visit such as the stunning Pag, and beautiful National Parks including the jaw-dropping Plitvice Lakes – a geographical wonder. Add to this the beautiful Krka River with its majestic waterfalls, and the amazing Kornati archipelago to explore its 140 islands, and it is easy to see why Croatia is set to become one of the most popular geography school trip destinations. Adaptable Travel can arrange talks and tours from local experts, and cover a huge range of geographical topics. Your group will be accommodated in Zadar, situated midway along Croatian coastline, offering a safe and cost effective base to explore this fascinating region.

• Coasts - Processes & Landforms • Sea Level Change - Dalmatian Coastline • Characteristics of Industry

• Rock Landscape & Processes: Karst topography • Settlement • Sustainable Tourism • Energy Resources

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DAY 3: Today will be a full day trip to Plitvice

Lakes. Over thousands of years the waters flowing over the limestone and chalk rocks have deposited travertine barriers creating natural dams which in turn created a series of beautiful lakes, caves and waterfalls. You can walk through park with your specialist guide to explore the landforms and features of this unique geographical area. This also includes a boat ride through the biggest lake in the National Park.

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GEOGRAPHY TOPICS TO EXPLORE IN CROATIA • Water & Rivers

Lace & Salt tour. In the morning visit nearby Nin, for guided tour and a visit to the Saltworks to discover how real sea salt is produced. In the afternoon, visit Pag Island and visit a local small island town to explore the topic of settlement and how the locals live in conjunction with the ‘Bura Wind’. Later that day visit the famous Pag’s lace works for another example of local industry.

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HOTEL DONAT ZADAR, 3* Fantastic location on the Zadar seafront, with direct access to the sandy beach. A beautiful hotel in a great location on the seafront with excellent onsite facilities including swimming pool.

BOUTIQUE FORUM HOSTEL In the very centre of Zadar, walking distance from the town restaurants, shops and attractions. Good quality boutique style hostel with quirky, modern design.

DAY 4: This full day trip to the National Park of Krka, with specialist guide, will allow students to explore the Krka river basin and Skrdinki buk with its clear pools and waterfalls. You will also enjoy a boat trip on the Krka River DAY 5: Check out of hotel and depending on your flight schedule you may have some free time to explore the local area before departure.

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USA WEST COAST

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

USA WEST COAST

• ZION CANYON-ZION NATIONAL PARK • YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK • DEATH VALLEY • HOOVER DAM • COLORADO RIVER HORSESHOE BEND • GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK (SOUTH RIM) AND NATIONAL GEOGRAPHY VISITOR CENTER • GLEN CANYON DAM AND LAKE POWELL

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1: Fly to San Francisco where a guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in San Francisco. In the evening you will have free. DAY 2: Guided tour of San Francisco, including Union Square, China Town, the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman’s Wharf. You will then transfer to Oakhurst in the afternoon for an overnight stay.

ABOUT USA WEST COAST

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The West Coast of USA has some of the most spectacular and exciting geography in the world. The states of California, Arizona, Utah and Nevada are covered in awe-inspiring natural and man-made wonders. From spralling mega cities to ghost towns, mighty meandering rivers to huge man-made super dams, spectacular gorges and canyons to thrilling theme parks. Explore the mega cities of San Fransisco, Los Angeles and the most famous oasis of them all, Las Vegas! Take in the beautiful national parks of Zion, Death Valley, The Grand Canyon, and Yosemite. There is just so much to see in the magnificent region and numerous itinerary options.

GEOGRAPHY TOPICS TO EXPLORE IN USA WEST COAST • Rivers: Landforms, processes, management & drought • Rock Landscapes & Processes • Coasts: Landforms, processes & management

• Managing Tectonic Hazards • Industry in MEDCs • Desert & Human Use of Desert • Migration

• Natural Hazards: Earthquakes

• Energy Resources

• Plate Tectonics & Fold Mountains

• Urban Environments

DAY 3: Visit Yosemite National Park, learning more about the formation of this U-shaped valley. Visit Mirror Lake and take learn about the granite landforms El Capitan and Sentinel Dome. Continue your journey for overnight stay in Bakersfield.

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DAY 4: Travel to Las Vegas to explore the bright lights of one of the USA’s famous Mega Cities. Take a city tour to consider topics such as tourism and water resource management. Stay overnight in Las Vegas.

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DAY 5: Visit the Grand Canyon National Park, head over to the visitor centre and then take a walk along the “Rim Trail”. Consider how the many years of erosion by the mighty Colorado river has carved this unique deep and wide gorge landscape. Continue on route for overnight stay in Kingman.

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LA-HOTEL ANGELENO

In San Francisco, next to City Hall and other famous central

On the periphery of Sunset Boulevard, this hotel is in a prime

sites. This is an excellent 3* hotel in central San Francisco.

location within easy reach of LA sites by coach. Good standard 4* hotel.

DAY 6: In the morning transfer to Los Angeles, another one of the USA’s mega cities. Take a tour of the main sites including the Hollywood Hills, Rodeo Drive and the beaches and pier of Santa Monica. DAY 7: Free time in the morning, before you transfer to Los Angeles airport for your return flight home. DAY 8: Arrive back in the UK.

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HOLLAND

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

HOLLAND

• COASTAL DEFENSE IN ZUID HOLLAND • DELTA WORKS: THE MAESLANT BARRIER • IJBURG CASE STUDY • NOORDWAARD - RIVER CASE STUDY • WATER CASTLES & WATER MANAGEMENT • CLARA MARIA CHEESE & CLOG FACTORY • KEUKENHOF BULB FIELDS • KINDERDIJK UNESCO WINDMILLS • NEMO SCIENCE MUSEUM • VALKENBURG CAVES

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1: Arrive on the Dutch Coast in the afternoon and check into accommodation. Free time to explore the local area.

DAY 2: Today in the morning visit the Am-

ABOUT HOLLAND

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A geography school trip to the Netherlands will offer a great opportunity for detailed study of water management and sustainability issues, topics which will become increasingly important in the new 2014 curriculum. The Netherlands has a history of living and working with water and its unpredictable power. Approximately 30% of the Netherlands lies below sea level, so the Dutch have become real masters in knowing how to keep their feet dry! Many Dutch people live on land protected by dykes or even on floating houses or house boats. Visit the Netherlands and learn more about the problems they face and the policies and schemes in place to counteract them. The Netherlands is a convenient and good value option for your next Geography trip.

• Water & Rivers

• Sustainability

• Tourism

• Energy Resources

• Settlement

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DAY 3: Today students will concentrate on

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water management strategies in Noordwaard. Students will learn about the Room for a River Programme which aims to manage high water levels and control river flooding. Your specialist guide will take you on a tour of the area and explain more about the project and how this is being implemented.

DID YOU KNOW: Every tour we put together is tailor made. So your trip will be based around your group needs.

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GEOGRAPHY TOPICS TO EXPLORE IN HOLLAND • Characteristics of Industry

sterdam district of Ijsburg, which was created by reclaiming land from water. Ijburg is also a testbed for new floating houses technologies and has a complete floating neighbourhood, with jetties instead of paved footpaths. Students will tour the area and learn about its construction and sustainability.

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HOTEL DUPUIS

Located in Noordwijk, just a short walk from the beach and

Located in Valkenburg, just 150 metres from the town

the surroundings of the coastal resort. Also a great located for exploring geography visits locally.

centre, on a picturesque and traditional avenue in the town.

DAY 4: Depart for return journey to school, depending on your schedule you could have time to visit the coastal defences of Zuid Holland.

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AUSTRIA

RECOMMENDED VISITS FOR GEOGRAPHY GROUPS

SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY TRIPS TO

AUSTRIA

• DACHSTEIN GLACIER • KITZSTEINHORN GLACIER • GROSSGLOCKNER 45min DRIVE AND THE PASTERZE GLACIER • LIECHTENSTEIN GORGE • RIVER RAMBLE ALONG FUSCHER ACHE • FERLEITEN WILDFLIFE PARK • SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL WORLDS • VERBUND DAM • SALTMINE HALLEIN • DACHSTEIN MAMMUT CAVE

EXAMPLE ITINERARY DAY 1 & 2: Travel by coach from your institute to Austria. DAY 3: Today, in the morning you will have a

guided visit at the Kitzsteinhorn glacier, considering glacial processes. In the afternoon explore one of the deepest, longest and most beautiful gorges in the Alps, Liechtenstein gorge.

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Austria has a great variety of landscapes to study and is an ideal destination for your next Geography school trip. With the Alps on your doorstep, Austria is an ideal destination to study both orography and glacial processes. Other opportunities include natural resource exploitation and management, mountain hazards and human adaptations, fluvial processes and tourism and national park management. Amazingly beautiful in any season and with a wealth of geographical visits, Austria is a great choice for your next school trip.

• Glaciation

• Plate Tectonics: Fold Mountains

• Glacial landforms

• Characteristics of Industry

• Water & Rivers

• Settlement

• Geology: Rock landscape & processes

• Energy Resources

• Tourism

• Sustainability

embedded between the breathtaking rocks of the High Tauern Mountains. Explore the heights of the Verbund Reservoirs in Kaprun and take a tour of the barrage wall to learn more about the dam.

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DID YOU KNOW: Every tour we put together is tailor made. So your trip will be based around your group needs.

DAY 5: Today centres back onto glaciations with a drive along the scenenic Gross Glockner High Alpine road ascending the Grossglockner, to learn more about the Alpine landscape. Also view the longest glacier in the eastern Alps, the Pasterze and visit the “Grossglockner” exhibition.

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• Natural Hazards: Avalanches

DAY 4: Today’s visit is to Verbund dam,

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ROSENTALWIRT

Located in a delightful scenic location in between Zell a,m

Lovely traditional accommodation in a 500 year old building

See and Austria’s highest peak Grassglockner. Run by the friendly Klause who looks after many English schools, with onsite games room.

in Neikirchen in the Ziller Valley region in Tyrol, with excellent food.

DAY 6 & 7: Depending on your journey times, you may have time to do the river ramble along the Fuscher Ache before departing accommodation and travel overnight to return back to your institute.

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School Ski Trips Did you know our sister WHAT’S INCLUDED IN OUR SCHOOL TRIPS?

We aim to include all relevant costs up front, and anything that is not included is transparent and easy to add on. Typically our standard packages all include:.

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Accommodation & Food

• Return full executive coach from school to resort • Return cross channel ferry crossing

• Accommodation in destination • Usually B&B basis, however we can also add on lunch an evening meals in most cases, just ask.

Or for groups travelling by air: • Return flights from a UK airport (UK airport transfers can be arranged on request) • Return foreign airport transfers

Visits & Transport Whilst Away

• If travelling by coach, all travel to/from excusions is included (subject to coach drivers hours) (If travelling to destination by air, we will let you know if coach transport is included to each excursion. As a general rule, if a coach transfer is required, we include it. • Visits and excursions will be listed on your quotation in a menu style allowing you to pick and choose the visit you want to include.

Evening Activities • Some accommodations include in-house activities to keep you busy, and we can also provide additional fun-packs to help keep you busy. Alternatively, we can organise evening activities for your group.

Also Included • 1 Free staff place for every 10 paying passengers • 24 hour emergency support whilst away from trained staff • Complete ABTA & ATOL financial protection

TAILOR-MAKE YOUR TOUR Ski Adaptable offer packages based around your group. With each quotation we provide options on how you can tailor-make your tour further. Just selct from the list we provide to create the perfect tour. If you need advice or something different, just let us know. Request a quote and get tailor-making today.

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