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5-Day 2-Centre Geography School Trip To Iceland Request a quote
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5-Day 2-Centre Geography School Trip To Iceland

Explore the extraordinary flora and fauna of the land of fire and ice on a 5-day 2-centre Geography school trip to Iceland. Your learners will discover one of the world’s leading nations for sustainable energy and get close up to volcanoes at the Lava Centre.

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Highlights

01

Invigorating visit to the mineral pools of the Blue Lagoon

02

Stunning waterfalls of Gullfoss

03

Visit to the impressive Sólheimajökull glacier

04

Fissure dividing the Eurasian and North American plates

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Schools - Iceland, Geography - Generic

The guide was brilliant – very clear and interesting, pitching it right for our students.

Shire Oak Academy

Suggested itinerary

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5
Depart school for the airport Coach transfer from Keflavik Airport to the Blue Lagoon (flight time permitting) Continue on to your accommodation in Reykjavik Evening meal
Breakfast and lunch Explore the, Þingvellir National Park and the Almannagja fault Kerið crater, Gulfoss waterfalls and Geysir area Overnight stay in Suðurland. Evening meal
Breakfast and lunch Venture to the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls Head for the Sólheimajökull Glacier before visiting the Vik beaches Overnight stay in Suðurland. Evening meal
Breakfast and packed lunch Short stop at Hveragerdi greenhouse village Visit Hellisheidi Geothermal Power Plant. Continue to the Reykjanes Peninsula: Geothermal area of Krísuvík and the Bridge between two continents. Overnight stay in Reykjavik. Evening meal
Breakfast Transfer to Keflavik Airport for your return flight Arrive back at school

What's included*

Return flights to Keflavík Airport
Full board accommodation
1 teacher place for every 10 students
Excursion entrance per suggested itinerary
Guide for featured excursions
Travel insurance
24/7 support during trip

*Please note, entrance fees where applicable are not included in typical price – contact us for more details

Recommended excursions

01 Blue Lagoon
02 Þingvellir National Park
03 Kerið Crater
04 Gullfoss, ‘Golden Falls’
05 Strokkur Geyser
06 Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss
07 Vik Beaches
08 Sólheimajökull Glacier
09 Reykjanes Peninsula
10 Geothermal Park Hveragerdi
11 Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant
12 The Lava Tunnel, Raufarhólshellir
13 Reykjavik
14 Perlan – Wonders of Iceland
15 Skógar Museum
16 The LAVA Centre
17 The Lava Show
01 Blue Lagoon

Students can experience the unique and invigorating waters at the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. Set in the middle of a black lava field on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge’s Western Volcanic Zone students can enjoy a dip in the mineral-rich waters. This is a man-made spa using the naturally heated water created as a by-product of a nearby geothermal power station. It is Iceland’s most popular visitor attraction. (NB: Minimum student age is 14 years).

2 hours See on map
02 Þingvellir National Park

Þingvellir is a tectonic rift valley occurring at a constructive plate boundary formed from oceanic crust. Here the Eurasian plate moves eastwards at approximately 7mm per year and the North American plate moves westwards 3mm per year. A lake fills much of the valley. Walk through the Almannagjá fault towards Europe’s oldest national legislative assembly, the Icelandic Parliament dating from 930. Trek through the rugged scenery and explore this site of geological and historical importance.

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03 Kerið Crater

Kerið lies on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge’s Western Volcanic Zone, where the plate boundary has divided into eastern and western sections.  The crater was formed almost 3000 years ago when volcanic activity caused magma to drain out of the volcanoe and the cone collapsed. The level of the lake inside the crater rises and falls with changes in the water table and the lake freezes over in winter.

30 mins See on map
04 Gullfoss, 'Golden Falls'

Known as the ‘Golden Falls’, Gullfoss is Iceland’s most famous waterfall. A sight of natural beauty, students will notice the brownish colour of the glacial water caused by the sediments carried in the flow.

3 hours See on map
05 Strokkur Geyser

This is a geothermal area on the mid-Atlantic Ridge’s western volcanic zone with geyser, mudpools and hot springs. This is one of the most visited sites in Iceland. The rhyolite bedrock one kilometre beneath this site is at temperatures of 240°C. The famous Strokkur geyser erupts water and steam every few minutes reaching heights over 20m. The Icelandic word geysir has been adopted into the English language as geyser.

1.5 hours See on map
06 Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss

Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss are two of the most noteworthy waterfalls in Iceland. These picture postcard waterfalls have a drop of around 60 meters and are a must see addition to your trip. Both Falls are from cliffs which are a former coastline, today the coastline is several kilometres away.

1 hour See on map
07 Vik Beaches

The small isolated settlement of Vik is a vital commercial centre for the rural communities of southern Iceland and is also a tourist hub. The dramatic coastline here is formed from sediments washed out from the mountains in subglacial eruptions eroded by powerful Atlantic waves. The cliffs are a nesting site for various birds including puffins, and the Katla volcano lies to the north.

1 hour See on map
08 Sólheimajökull Glacier

See the expansive Sólheimajökull Glacier which stretches for approximately 8 kms with a maximum width of 2 kms. This valley glacier is a tongue descending from the Mýrdalsjökull ice cap. A guided walk on the glacier with specialist equipment allows students to truly experience this natural formation. Students will be able to recognise the scent of sulphur reminding them of the volcanic nature of this area.

Half day See on map
9 Reykjanes Peninsula

What can be visited will depend on volcanic activity at the time of your visit but could include the following activities. Visit the Geothermal area of Krísuvík to see the boiling mud pools at Gunnuhver (hot springs). Columns of steam rise skywards, bubbling mud pools play their rhythmical symphony, and the banks around the hot springs are coloured green, yellow and red. Stop at Brimkettill, a lava rock formation shaped like a pool. Continue to the Bridge between two continents at Sanvik. Walk across the footbridge which spans a major fissure dividing the Eurasian and North American plates.

Half day See on map
10 Geothermal Park Hveragerdi

Visit the Geothermal Park in the town of Hveragerdi which is known for its greenhouses heated by the water gathered from the volcanic hot springs. Take a guided or non-guided tour around the Geothermal Park with its steaming vents, hot springs and active geysers where optional activities include egg boiling in the geothermally heated water, tasting bread cooked in geothermal heat and a short introduction inside the greenhouse.
The local Tourist Office offers an exhibition about the impact of the 2008 earthquake. Exhibition is free of charge and there is a small entrance fee for The Earthquake simulator ‘Quake 2008’.

2 hours See on map
11 Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant

Stop at the largest geothermal power station in the world allowing students to witness Iceland’s pioneering work into sustainable energy. Over 99% of Iceland’s energy comes from renewable sources such as geothermal power, producing over 300MW of electricity. Boreholes drill down to 3000m, where temperatures are at 300°C.

1 hour See on map
12 The Lava Tunnel, Raufarhólshellir

The Lava Tunnel, Raufarhólshellir, is one of Iceland’s longest and best-known lava tubes. A journey into Raufarhólshellir is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed about 5200 years ago. A footbridge and several paths have been built over the roughest terrain making the standard tour accessible by most people with suitable footwear. Impressive lighting in this part of the tunnel highlights the changing colours and clearly shows the powerful volcanic activity that formed the tunnel. (Please note: hard hats are provided).

1 hour See on map
13 Reykjavik

Reykjavík is home to 130,000 people, and attractions include the harbour zone, distinctive Harpa concert hall, the hilltop modern Hallgrímskirkja (Hallgrím’s Church), a range of sculpture and art installations, and shops in characteristic architecture. The city is a great place to study tourism, urban planning and transport management, sustainability, coastal defense management and migration.

2 hours See on map
14 Perlan - Wonders of Iceland

Perlan serves as a learning laboratory where guests can explore Icelandic nature through the lens of science and human perception. Visitors can discover Iceland’s rare and astonishing natural wonders through a series of exhibits and immersive presentations. The combination of cutting-edge technology and interactive experiences, along with captivating information and stories, makes the exhibitions unique, enjoyable and educational at the same time.

Highlights include a 100m-long indoor ice cave, a life-size bird cliff, a show about volcanoes and a Northern Lights show in the Planetarium.

2 hours See on map
15 Skógar Museum

Skógar Museum provides students with an insight into how Icelanders lived in the past, a history of the island’s inhabitants and the small turf houses used by the residents.

1 hour See on map
16 The LAVA Centre

The Iceland Volcano and Earthquake Centre, LAVA, provides school groups with an interactive and educational centre dedicated to the unique volcanoes and geology of Iceland. Explore the history of eruptions on the island and experience a simulation allowing students to gauge the impact of volcanic activity.

2 hours See on map
17 The Lava Show

A unique opportunity to experience real, flowing superheated molten lava in a safe environment. See, feel and smell the lava which enters the showroom at a temperature of 1100 C. The lava used in the show is created from basaltic tephra originating from the 1918 Katla eruption. Offering a mix of education, cultural insights and entertainment the show can be experienced in two locations, Reykjavik or Vik in the Katla UNESCO Global Geopark.

1 hour See on map
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Typical accommodation

Image displaying the Hotel Cabin, Reykjavik ★★
Hotel Cabin, Reykjavik ★★ See on map

Why groups like it:

20-minute walk to the Reykjavik city centre
Views over the nearby bay and mountains
Group evening meal available on-site

Facilities:

Modern rooms with en-suite facilities
Breakfast room and bar/lounge area
24-hour reception
Image displaying the Hellishólar Cabins and Eyjafjallajokull Hotel
Hellishólar Cabins and Eyjafjallajokull Hotel See on map

Why groups like it:

Welcoming holiday complex located in the heart of Njalssaga countryside
Spacious grounds
Views over Vestmannaeyjar Archipelago & the Katla volcano

Facilities:

Comfortable sleeping areas
Buffet breakfast
On-site restaurant
Image displaying the Dalur HI Hostel
Dalur HI Hostel See on map

Why groups like it:

Approx 30-min walk to the Reykjavik city centre and bus stop nearby

Next to Reykjavík’s largest swimming pool
Friendly eco-labelled hostel

Facilities:

Rooms with private facilities can be allocated to the group
Group evening meal available on-site
Breakfast area, meeting room and outdoor patio

Geography learning outcomes

Subject focus

Students can:

  • Develop a deeper understanding of human and physical geography, sustainability and the effects of tourism
  • Explore Iceland’s geothermal activity
  • Identify the impact of sustainability issues on local tourism
  • Analyse factors that highlights Iceland as a global leader in renewable energy

Student outcomes

Students will have had an opportunity to:

  • Learn about the effect of tourism on the communities and natural environment of Iceland
  • Understand aspects of Iceland’s model for ecological sustainability
  • See the examples of nature’s wonders and other outstanding geological features
  • Consider the preservation and sustainability of the natural landscape
  • Carry out field research in a spectacular setting

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