School Trips to Iceland
Natural wonders, real learning with NST
Few places deliver natural drama like Iceland - roaring waterfalls, geothermal pools, erupting geysers, vast glaciers and, if you’re lucky, the Northern Lights. It’s the ultimate destination for real‑world geography and jaw‑dropping natural phenomena. When it comes to impactful school trips to - from cultural experiences to science-focused visits and our geography tours endorsed for Pearson Edexcel qualifications - NST has you covered.
What to expect on a school trips to Iceland with NST
WOW! moments come thick and fast here. Iceland - the ‘Land of Ice and Fire’ - is a living classroom where students can walk on glaciers, explore ice caves, unwind in geothermal lagoons and uncover the science behind its extraordinary landscapes. Add Reykjavik’s eco‑friendly buzz and famously warm culture, and you’ve got a trip like no other.
And you’re in expert hands. With decades of experience, tried‑and‑loved itineraries, Subject Experts for on‑tour support, and geography tours endorsed for Pearson Edexcel qualifications, we know how to make every moment count. Whatever your goals, we’ll tailor an itinerary that fits your GCSE or A‑level studies perfectly.
What are the highlights of a school trip to Iceland?
Iceland is packed with unforgettable experiences and the NST are here to make sure you get the most out of the trip to Iceland.
Popular visits include:
- Aurora Borealis
- Glacier walk
- Ice caves
- Secret Lagoon
- Perlan Planetarium
- Reykjavik
- Thórsmörk Valley
Unforgettable experiences at every turn.
Why book your school trip to Iceland with NST?
Smooth planning from the start - that’s our thing. With deep destination knowledge and a team that handles every detail, we create itineraries that support your curriculum and keep students inspired. We bring Iceland’s stories and landscapes to life, making the whole experience easier for you and unforgettable for them.
Browse our most popular school trips to Iceland
Why choose NST?
Here's why thousands of teachers choose NST each year...
- Unrivalled school trip knowledge
Your dedicated Tour Co-ordinator will use their trip planning knowledge and expertise to create a tailor-made, curriculum-linked itinerary to meet your group’s exact needs.
- Making it easier for you
Your own trip organiser, travel app, free classroom packs and trip promo resources.
- Free group leader inspection visits
Visit your chosen destination free of charge and plan with confidence.
- Support from our Subject Experts
Equipped with first-hand knowledge of Icelandic culture, climate, history and subject knowledge of geography, NST’s team of specialist geography Subject Experts can assist with programme delivery to ensure your students have the best possible learning experience.
- Value for money, always
We work hard to make every penny count.
- Over 55 years’ experience
With NST you can rest assured that your group is in safe hands.
- Aligned to your learning outcomes
Every trip can be built around your specific goals — from the latest GCSE and A level curriculum requirements to particular themes, interests or visits you want to focus on.
- Risk assessment guidance
Clear, practical support to help you manage group safety including our free guide.
- Offsetting carbon emissions
Through our partnership with Carbon Footprint, we're committed to offset one tonne of CO2 emissions, and plant a tree on school grounds in the UK, for every trip booked.
- Support from our History Subject Experts
Our history subject experts have a strong background in teaching. They are highly experienced and passionate former teachers who aim to deliver detailed background information on all key sites and study topics.
Our featured History school trips
WWI Battlefields
Take one of our poignant history trips to The Ypres Salient and Somme regions, which provide a brilliant but tragic reminder of the devastating impact of war. These battlefields offer a crucial learning environment where students can connect with the stories of those who lived and fought during World War I. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about different aspects of the war, including medicine and life on the front line.
WWI Medicine & Surgery on the Western Front
Our 3-day, fully-guided tour to the First World War Battlefields really can enhance the teaching and learning process for Pearson Edexcel’s GCSE History - Option 11: The British sector of the Western Front, 1914–18: injuries, treatment and the trenches – and that’s not just our view, our itinerary has been formally endorsed by the exam board itself.
Berlin - Impact of the Cold War
The recent history of Germany’s capital is still clearly evident today, to the extent that it is impossible to walk through the city without being continually made aware of its recent past. During school history trips to Berlin, your group will see for themselves the breathtaking pace and breadth of change since 1989.
Berlin - Germany 1918 to 1945
On history school trips to Berlin, our experienced guides can provide an introductory talk on the heritage and diversity of what was the largest Jewish community in Germany, as well as the background and tragic events of the Final Solution.
Normandy
This popular tour of Normandy seeks to bring to life the events of June and July 1944 on history trips for schools.
Be inspired by Iceland
Explore Iceland with our Subject Experts
Equipped with first-hand knowledge of Icelandic culture, climate, history and subject knowledge of geography and geology, our Subject Experts will assist with programme delivery, tailoring your group’s experience to suit your specific learning needs.
Your Subject Expert will contact you ahead of your geography trip for a pre-tour discussion, assist with teaching and practical investigation, whilst also providing advice, support and assistance with on-tour logistics.
NST is a certified Iceland specialist. We're proud to be a certified Inspired by Iceland specialist, which means that we have been accredited as a tour operator with extensive knowledge and experience when it comes to planning a trip to Iceland.
