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An unforgettable experience for everyone.

Explore London’s West End through the magic of theatre. Catch a show at one of the capital’s famous theatres with tickets to an array of award-winning plays and spectacular musicals.

The Magic of the Theatre

From the amazing sights of Broadway to the unforgettable experience of a West End show, there are so many popular options to choose from. IBT can book any show for your group including Matilda the Musical, Disney’s the Lion King, Disney’s Aladdin and even the ongoing classic CATS to name just a few.

IN THEATRES NOW!

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Breathtakingly beautiful and unique.

Iceland is the destination for school groups looking for a breathtaking and unforgettable educational experience outside the classroom. Whether Leisure & Tourism, Art & Design or Geography, this spectacular country has it all. The landscape is rugged and beautiful, the people are warm and welcoming and the culture is rich and appealing.

Geological Wonders

This stunning location provides an unrivalled mix of geological wonders bringing education to life for students. An unforgettable, once in a lifetime opportunity to discover geothermal and tectonic activity, renewable energy, powerful waterfalls, raging rivers, glaciers, volcanos and caves all in one diverse landscape awaits. Visits to Thingvellar National Park, Kerid Crater, The Blue Lagoon, Strokur Geyser, the Eldhruan Lava Fields, the black sand beaches and basalt caves at Vik and the Seljalandsfoss Waterfall are the very tip of the iceberg when it comes to the range of opportunities Iceland presents.

Iconic Culture and Stunning Sights

The cosmopolitan city of Reykjavik, has galleries, museums and theatres supporting a vibrant and sophisticated artistic cultural scene from the avant-garde to the historical. Icelanders are well-known for their easygoing culture and incredibly fresh cuisine, whilst cities such as Reykjavik are considered to be among the safest and most eco-friendly in the world. Combined with the beauty of the Northern Lights, sights such as the majestic Hallgrimskirkja Church and the relaxing and healing benefits of the hot springs and lagoons, the possibilities are endless.

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Attractive destination for school groups with some excellent shopping and dining

Lille, France’s second largest metropolitan area, is located in French Flanders and has cultural and historical connections with Belgium. With a reputation for friendliness, it has a thriving student population that drives its cutting edge and buzzing nightlife.

Lille is a self-confident and attractive destination for school groups with some excellent shopping and dining – always a favourite for anyone wishing to experience a glittering Christmas market excursion.

Rich History

Birthplace of Charles de Gaulle, Lille has a wealth of museums and places of interest that will keep your students endlessly occupied. Popular attractions include; the Palais des Beaux Arts (Lille’s world-renowned Fine Arts Museum), Maison Natale de Charles de Gaulle (the house in which de Gaulle was born), The Resistance Museum, Outdoor Market (the city’s largest outdoor market) and the Municipal Zoo.

Accommodation

Holiday Inn Lille Ouest Englos

IBIS Lille Tourcoing Centre

International School Hotel – Poppies d’Albert

Popular Excursions

Betises de Cambrai (Sweet Factory)
Boulangeri Patisserie Au Grand Richelieu
Charles de Gaulle Birthplace & Museum
Eura Lille

Guided Tour of Lille
Lille Christmas Market
Rungis Market
The Resistance Museum

Charming at Any Time of Year

Whatever your reason for embarking on a visit to Lille, you are sure to be impressed by this undeniably charming city.

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The capital city of Europe.

Strasbourg is a dynamic and vibrant city. Following the Second World War, the city was chosen as the European capital and it stands as a shining symbol of reconciliation.

Home to numerous international organisations and a wealth of historical monuments, the entire town centre has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Europe’s capital

Strasbourg has no shortage of culture, including museums, theatres, an opera house, concert halls, and many annual festivals.

Accommodation

Ibis Strasbourg la Meinau

Ciarus Centre

Popular Excursions

Council of Europe
European Court of Human Rights
European Parliament
Guided Tour of Strasbourg

Le Palais du Pain d’Epicese
Strasbourg Cathedral
Struthof Concentration Camp

Something for Everyone

For music and science, excursions include the superb concert venues at Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower bandstand, La Madeleine church, the Palais de la Decouverte (Palace of Discovery), the Marie Curie Museum and Futuroscope theme park. A trip to the permanent math exhibition at La Villette Cite de Sciences et de L’Industrie is highly recommended for math students.

On a trip to Strasbourg don’t miss: The Petite French Quarter (a picturesque and charming district with narrow lanes, canals and locks); Cathedral Notre Dame (a masterpiece of Gothic art); the European Parliament (two buildings, an ellipsis and a circle representing the exchange between democracy and power); and a Batorama boat tour (providing a gentle journey past Strasbourg’s main attractions).

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Vast amount of museums, galleries and entertainment options to stimulate students.

Interested in exploring places that suit your curriculum without the need to go abroad? Then London is a fantastic destination with a plethora of opportunity for school groups.

With the advantage of easy access to visits that are geared towards your area of interest, London offers excursions that will complement and consolidate the learning experience.

So Much to See and Do

There are a vast amount of museums, galleries and entertainment options to stimulate students in this famous city.

Accommodation

Quality Hotel Wembley

Ramada London North

ibis Styles London Excel

Holiday Inn Wembley

Popular Excursions

10 Downing Street
Bank of England Museum
Big Ben
Brit Movie Tours
Buckingham Palace
Canary Wharf
Chelsea Football Club: Museum and Stadium Tour
Chessington World of Adventure
Churchill War Rooms
Covent Garden
Emirates Air Line – Royal Docks
Guided Tours

HMS Belfast
Houses of Parliament
IMAX Theatre
Imperial War Museum
Kensington Palace
London Bridge Experience
London Dungeons
London Transport Museum
London Zoo
Madame Tussauds
Millenium Bridge
National Gallery

National History Museum
National Maritime Museum
Nelsons Column
Old Bailey
Piccadilly Circus and Eros
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
Saatchi Gallery
Shakespeare’s Globe
St Paul’s Cathedral
Tate Modern Gallery
Thames River Cruise
The British Museum

The London Eye
The Science Museum
The Shard
Theatre Royal Drury Lane Tour
Thorpe Park
Tower Bridge
Tower of London
Trafalgar Square
Up at the O2
Victoria and Albert Museum
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter

Endless attractions

The British Museum, The Imperial War Museum, Natural History Museum, Tate Modern, The National Gallery, London Eye, London Dungeon, The Science Museum, Tower of London, Madame Tussauds, Royal Opera House, Royal Albert Hall, Buckingham Palace… the list goes on and on.

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A stunning location for students to explore.

With its glorious mountains, crystal clear waters and tumbling foothills, a trip to the French Alps is an ideal destination for students studying geography.

Stunning Scenery

Commanded by the breathtaking Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in the European Union, the French Alps is a stunning location for students to learn about glaciation and its impact on the landscape.

Accommodation

UCPA Chamonix Cosmique

Popular Excursions

Aiguille du Midi cable car
Albert Ville Olympic Capital (and la cite de condflas)
Aqualand

Beaufort Cheese Co-operative
Evian Town Square
Lake Annecy
Le Bouveret

Mer de Glace
Montreux Jazz Festival
Train du Montenvers

Bring learning to life

The region is also a great place to survey and examine the effect of tourism on the environment in towns such as Chamonix, Annecy and Grenoble.

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Wealth of art, architecture and design.

Amsterdam is a fantastic cultural source of inspiration for students of all disciplines, particularly budding artists and designers as the city contains a wealth of art, architecture and design.

Art & Architecture

In the Rijks Museum, students will find masterpieces by Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Vermeer and Hals as well as works by the modern European movement, Cobra, among many others. The Rembrandt Museum displays a permanent exhibition of paintings and etchings by Rembrandt and groups will gain tremendous insight by viewing the restored home and studio of one of the art world’s most illustrious figures. Museums are the main tourist attraction in Amsterdam, however the city has many fascinating buildings, such as the Royal Palace, the gothic-renaissance Oude Kerk and the Amsterdam Arena stadium (home of Ajax Football Club).

Accommodation

Stayokay Vondelpark

Stayokay Zeeburg

Popular Excursions

Amsterdam Arena
Amsterdam Canal Cruises
Anne Frank House
Apenheul Primate Park
Bowling Noordwijk
Corpus Museum of Human Body

Corrie Ten Boom Museum
Efteling Theme Park
De Nederlandsche Bank
Dolfinarium
Euronext
Gassan Diamonds

Kroller-Muller Museum
Omniversum (iMax Cinema)
Rembrandt Museum
Rijks Museum
Space Expo
Stedelijk Museum

The National Liberation Museum 1944-1945
Van Gogh Museum
Walibi World
World of Ajax Tour – Amsterdam Arena
Zaanse Schans

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France has something for everyone.

France is one of the most attractive destinations for school groups and offers a compelling cultural and language experience that is accessible to all.

Art and design, geography, history, math, music, science, leisure & tourism… France has something for everyone!

The Perfect Destination

Groups may choose the excitement of Disneyland, the Eiffel Tower and Louvre museum in Paris, the Renoir museum in Nice, the Christmas Markets in Amiens or to visit a war memorial in Normandy and Dunkirk – whatever your curriculum focus, we can arrange a trip to suit your requirements. Wherever you decide to visit in France, you can rest assured that your students will be inspired and flourish in a country that is renowned for its cultural richness.

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One of the longest ski seasons in Europe from early November to May each year

Obertauern has one of the longest ski seasons in Europe from early November to May each year, thanks in the main to its physical geography where the stunning peaks of the Radstädter Tauern envelope the Tauern pass, forming a fabulous ski circuit on the varied slopes of the mountains. Obertauern has a high-end atmosphere with several 4 star hotels and top quality restaurants and retail outlets lining the main road.

Good For

Easter Skiing
Big Ski Area
Younger Children

Resort Facts

Resort Height: 2350m
No. of Lifts: 26
No. of Trails: 66
Easy Runs: 42
Medium Runs: 34
Difficult Runs: 9
Skiable Area: 100km
Longest Run: 4km
Snow Making: 90% Coverage
Transfer from Calais: 15 hours
Medical Facilities: Doctor and X-Ray facilities in Obertauern village, Hospital in Tamsweg

Aprés Ski

Lively and Vibrant Resort

The premier service continues on the slopes with a modern lift system and fabulous piste preparation, ensuring everyone has a superb ski experience. While the good variety of mountain huts offers stunning views, the great food offering will allow you to replenish the energy for your afternoon session on the slopes. Obertauern featured in the Beatles film ‘Help’, which shows as the musical and party heritage continues with a lively apres ski scene which starts around lunchtime. The price of the accommodation in the valley ensures that the slopes are never crowded – especially during the Easter holiday or in early December.

Rich and Varied Skiing

Obertauern is an ideal resort for school groups and a short coach trip from your hotel (approx. 25 minutes) will take you to 100km of varied snow sure skiing. The 26 lifts are carefully positioned all around the resort to form a unique ski arena – the red Tauern round runs clockwise and the green Tauern round runs anticlockwise. The cleverly arranged system plus the majority of slopes being blue runs (61km) and red runs (35km) offers the possibility to ski the entire valley from a single lift and return to the same starting point – spacious ski bridges have been erected for crossing the road! This means plenty of piste for improving skiers to gain confidence and a perfect location for a school group.

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Hotel Josef

Pension Stranachwirt

Youth Hotel Mauser

Gasthof Torwirt

Hotel Alte Post & Schutzenhof

Jugend-Sporthotel Ennstalerhof

Pension Sendlhof

Take on the ‘Super Seven’ Challenge

More advanced skiers are not forgotten with an opportunity to take ON the Super Seven challenge, checking off the seven highest points in the Obertauern ski circuit. The Super Seven are all highlighted with the ‘S7’ markers and take in most of the 4km of black runs in the resort. There is also, subject to conditions, some fabulous off piste skiing available.

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Home to Bayern Munich Football Club

Munich, in the south of Germany, is the capital of Bavaria. It’s an outstanding city that mixes traditional Bavarian culture with contemporary architecture.

Fairy Tale Scenery, Fascinating History

Whether you are interested in architecture, art or history, Munich has a wealth of attractions that will fascinate any tour group. The Munich skyline is characterised by its many churches, including the landmark Cathedral of Our Dear Lady and the Church of St. Peter (climb the 299 steps for a panoramic view of the city). Magical Neuschwanstein Castle, just south of Munich, has over one million visitors a year looking to live out a fairy tale.

Accommodation

A&O Hostel Munich Hackerbrücke

Popular Excursions

Allianz Arena
Bavaria Film Studios
BMW Plant Tour
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
Feldherrnhalle

Guided tours of Munich
Hofbrauhaus
Jewish Museum Munich
Konigsplatz
Munich Airport

Neuschwanstein Castle
Olympic Sport Centre
Olympic Park
Olympic Swimming Centre
Nymphenburg Palace

Siemens Forum
Tollwood Festivals
Walking Tour – National Socialism and Resistance
White Rose Foundation

Scenery & Sport

Enjoy Munich’s many parks and gardens, including the 900-acre “English Garden” – one of the largest urban parks in the world. Take a visit to Olympia Park, site of the 1972 Olympics, or the Allianz Arena with its unique illuminated façade (home to Bayern Munich Football Club).