From the very first moment you speak to our experienced Geography Team – who’ll gladly take you through your trip in detail – you’ll
know that your group will receive the highest level of service and expertise. With a true understanding of the curriculum and intimate
destination knowledge, we’re able to create itineraries that match key study themes. Delivered by expert guides with vast first
hand knowledge of all the scheduled sites on your tour, our planning and insight are second to none. We pride ourselves in being the only school tour operator with a Government Customer Service Excellence Award and on being voted Best School Tour Operator for the fourth year running.
An Amazing World of Knowledge and New Experiences Awaits...
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THE WST DIFFERENCE
Brilliant Guides Included ThroughoutWe carefully choose our specialist guides to ensure
WST groups receive the very best possible levels of
service and knowledge. All educated to degree level
with vast amounts of experience, WST guides research
your requirements in advance and will greet you on arrival.
Our Popular Guided ExcursionsOur range of tour options all include transport exclusive
to your group, free Wifi and your own expert guide. Each
day has a structured popular itinerary however we can
alter the duration and the content to suit you. We also
have an exclusive accommodation for groups with small
numbers.
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SHIRLEY STONESOUR GEOGRAPHY SPECIALIST Shirley's most recent visit to Iceland allowed herto further build his knowledge of this magnificent
country and the possibilities available to school groups.
Teachers tell us how impressed they are with the detail
and service delivered by Shirley.
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SHIRLEY’S TOP TIPFor groups travelling between March and October, theWestman Islands offer a brilliant excursion via ferry toexplore Heimay, climb the famous Eldfell volcano andsee its fantastic new museum known as ‘thePompeii of the North’.
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I will definitely be using WST again for any school trips. The service is exceptionally efficient, friendly and warm. Oaks Park High School
Iceland - Unique andSpectacular Physical GeographyAn unforgettable experience taking in glaciers, geysers, contrasting
waterfalls, tectonic plates, volcanoes and volcanic beaches, and not
forgetting a swim in a stunning geothermal lagoon. At WST, our
Geography specialists have the first-hand experience to create your
ideal tour, full of spectacular learning opportunities.
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TEACHER’S TOP VISITS
The Golden Circle DayYour guide will escort you to see the famous
‘Strokkur’ Geysir shoot a column of water up to
30m, visit the magnificent Gullfoss (Golden Falls)
and the geological wonder that is Þingvellir National
Park where you can make a unique walk between
the American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Visit the
Friðheimar greenhouse cultivation centre and
complete the day with a quick stop at the
impressive Kerid Volcanic crater.
South Shore Adventure DayOne of the country´s most scenic regions where
you’ll visit the majestic Seljalandsfoss and
Skógafoss waterfalls, see the stunning Mýrdalsjökull
glacier, and its glacial snout Solheimajokull, which
you can also chose to take an organised glacier
walk on. Visit Reynisfjara black volcanic beach with
its dramatic basalt columns and great view of the
Reynisdrangar rock formations. Why not add the
‘Iceland Erupts’ exhibition dedicated to the eruption
and resulting ash cloud in 2010.
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The students had a great time on our Icelandadventure. Giving the pupils a chance to seeGeography in the real world and helping them to understand many of the features they havestudied. WST were a great help right from the start, giving us guidance on the best trips to book and helping with the boring stuff such as risk assessments.Skipton Academy, Iceland
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OUR EXCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATIONEfstidalur II Farm HotelWe are delighted that we now have an exclusivepartnership with this fantastic accommodation forgroups up to 24 students in an ideal location. Withchalet style rooms, private facilities, a highly ratedrestaurant, wifi, private meeting room space, andthe best homemade ice cream in Iceland - there isnowhere better.
DAY 1MORNING Flight to Keflavik airport, Reykjavik
AFTERNOON Meet your guide and coach before visiting the Blue Lagoon.
Transfer to your accommodation for check in
EVENING Evening meal and free time for local orientation
DAY 2FULL DAY Full day ‘Golden Circle’ guided coach excursion
EVENING Evening meal at your hotel. Explore the local area
DAY 3FULL DAY Full day ‘South Shore’, guided coach excursion
EVENING Evening meal at your hotel. Swimming in a geothermal pool
DAY 4MORNING A guided exploration of Reykjavik. Transfer to the airport your return flight home
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TOp STUDy VISITS
• Golden Circle Day• South Shore Adventure Day & Glacier Walk• Westman Islands Day• Northern Lights Tour• Reykjanes Peninsular Day• Thorsmork Valley 4x4 Day• The Blue Lagoon• Power Plant Tour
bEST STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
popular Country Options• Efstidalur II Farm Hotel *exclusive to wST*• Hotel Ork• Hotel Selfoss• Hjardarbol GuesthouseReykjavik• Hotel Cabin• Reykjavik City Youth Hostel• Downtown Youth Hostel
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Bay of Naples - Tectonics,Tourism & Coastlines
TEACHER’S TOP VISIT
Vesuvius AscentA visit to this famous volcano is not to be missed!
Your coach will take you over 1000m up before
meeting your guide for a 30-minute walk to the crater
rim where there is time to observe and discuss this
active volcano which last erupted in 1944.
The spectacular panorama offered at the summit is
breathtaking.
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This world class geographical location will wow your students and
enhance their subject learning of tectonics, coasts, tourism, and
more. The region continues to see a large amount of volcanic and
tectonic activity and the nearby archaeological sites such as Pompeii
and Herculaneum are among the best-preserved in the world. KERRIE BILSONOUR BAY OF NAPLES SPECIALIST CONSULTANT
Kerrie is driven by the chance to give students an
opportunity to create memories. With six years’ experience,
Kerrie knows how to exceed customer expectations and they
regularly let us know what a great job she is doing.
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KERRIE’S TOP TIPWe have a range of accommodation choices along thecoastline, so whether you want to stay in Sorrento or ina quieter town nearby with easy access just let us know.
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Nothing has been too much trouble and I have feltvery important. Kerrie has been especially amazing and has made it seem as though ourbusiness is top priority for her.John Ferneley College
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DAY 1MORNING Flight to Naples
AFTERNOON Transfer to your accommodation for check in with possible stop at the
Naples Archeological Museum
EVENING Evening meal and free time for local orientation
DAY 2FULL DAY A full day guided excursion of the Phlegraean Fields area
EVENING Evening meal at your hotel. Ten pin bowling in Sorrento
DAY 3FULL DAY A full day guided excursion to visit Pompeii and Vesuvius
EVENING Evening meal at your hotel
DAY 4MORNING Explore Sorrento. Transfer to the airport for your return flight home
TOp STUDy VISITS
• Mount Vesuvius & The Vesuvius Observatory
• Pompeii & Herculaneum Guided Tours
• The Phlegraean Fields Day
• The Island of Capri
• The Amalfi Coast
• Pasta Factory, Lemon and Mozarella Farms
• Pertosa Caves
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• Sorrento Hotels
• Outside Sorrento - Piano di Sorrento,
Vico Equiense & Pompeii
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EXPERT LOCAL GUIDESOne of our expert guides can enhance your experience of the Geographical sites. They are highlyexperienced and know Pompeii, Herculaneum,Vesuvius, the Phlegraean Fields, the Amafli Coast, Sorrento and Capri better than anyone.
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DAY 1MORNING Flight to Barcelona
AFTERNOON Meet your local representative. Transfer to your accommodation for check in
EVENING Evening meal and free time for local orientation
DAY 2MORNING Barcelona’s Waterfront Regeneration Walking Tour
AFTERNOON Sightseeing including the Nou Camp and Sagrada Famila
EVENING Evening meal at your hotel
DAY 3FULL DAY Guided field excursion to Garroxta National Park
EVENING Evening meal at your hotel. Spanish film night
DAY 4MORNING Transfer to the airport for your return flight home
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• Regeneration of Waterfront area Guided Tour
• Old Harbour and Barceloneta Guided Walking Tour
• Olympic Regeneration and Rebranding Tour
• Smart and Sustainable City Waking Tour
• La Garrotxa- Volcanic Zone Natural Park Study Options
• Coastal Landscape and Ecosystem Analysis Study Day
• Delta del Llobregat Guided Study Day
• Cape of de Creaus Nature Reserve Guided Study Days
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barcelona
• Alberg Pere Tarres
• Urbany Hostel
• Equity Point Centric Hostel
Costa Dorada
• Hotel Canada Palace
• Hotel Natura Park
Costa brava
• Hotel Don Juan
• Hotel Sehrs Oasis Park
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Barcelona - City Development& the Geography of CataloniaIn Barcelona, urban environments, regeneration & sport, are just
three study themes our expert guides can focus on, whilst outside of
the city, popular options include field work at a volcanic natural park
or agriculture park.
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The tour guide we used on our tour roundBarcelona, Elizabeth, was outstanding. She was extremely friendly and very professional and had excellent knowledge of the places we visited. Notre Dame High School, Barcelona
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DAY 1ALL DAY Flight to Lanzarote where you will be met by your guide who will escort you to your
accommodation for check in
EVENING Evening meal and free time for local orientation
DAY 2FULL DAY A full day excursion to the geographical sites of Timanfaya & the Volcanic Coast
EVENING Evening meal at your hotel, before ten pin bowling
DAY 3FULL DAY A full day excursion exploring the Geographical Gems of the North
EVENING Evening meal at your hotel and hotel entertainment
DAY 4ALL DAY Visit Caeser Manriques volcanic home on route to the airport for your return flight home
TOp STUDy VISITS
• Timanfaya & the Volcanic Coast – Fully Guided Day
• Geographical Gems of the North – Fully Guided Day
• Teguise Market & Cesar Manrique’s Foundation
• Submarine Cruise
• Volcano trekking with expert guide (3 hrs approx)
• Jeep Safari (4.5 hrs approx)
• Rancho Texas (Water and Animal Park)
• Aqualava Waterpark Day
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Apartment style accommodation
• Hotel Santa Rosa, Costa Teguise
• Hotel Galeon Playa, Costa Teguise
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Lanzarote -Spectacular Lunar LandscapeThis ‘Island of the 100 Volcanoes’ with its amazing lunar landscape and dry
climate still has vast areas devoid of almost any vegetation. Lanzarote’s
superb range of natural wonders make for an excellent trip and
thanks to its superb climate can be visited all year round.
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New to WST, I was hoping for the best and I got everything I dreamt for my school and more. I was looking for value and the best experience for my pupils and I got more than the package offered. Thank you for the memories and the excitement for next year’s trip.Homewood School
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London -Regeneration & Transformation With a number of highly informative visit options London is ideal for
groups on a budget wanting to consider an ever changing London through
a number of themed walking tours, exhibitions, and education centres to
suit your studies and Key Stage.
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• Regeneration Walking Tour: London 2012 Queen
Elizabeth Olympic Park
• The Green London Walking Tour
• All Change at Kings Cross: Regeneration Walking Tour
• Dockers to Wharfers: Walking Tour
• The Thames Barrier Tour and Talk
• Volcanoes and Earthquakes Gallery:
Natural History Museum
• The Crystal Global Trends and Challenges Exhibition
• London Waste Eco Park
bEST STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
• Premier Inns
• Equity Point
• Travelodges
• YHA Thameside
• Royal National Hotel
• Quality Hotel Wembley
DAY 1MORNING Depart for arrival in London around mid-day. Check into your accommodation
AFTERNOON Olympic Site Walking Tour with Blue Badge Guide
EVENING Evening Meal at Planet Hollywood. Flight on the London Eye
DAY 2MORNING Volcanoes & Earthquakes gallery at the Natural History Museum
AFTERNOON Depart London for your return journey to school
2 DAy LONDON SAMpLE ITINERARyYes an absolutely fantastic weekend!! Everything
went to plan and if it's possible, it was probably better than last year and I didn't think I would ever say that!The Snaith School, London
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