International tour4 nights, 5 days

CERN and Airbus Tour

A science and technology trip that brings the centres of aviation and particle physics together on one route.

Duration: 4 nights, 5 days, with accommodation
Tour type: International tour · Science trip
Departure: Istanbul
Catalogue: Page 42

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The Avignon Bridge and the Palais des Papes in the evening light

Place de la Comédie and the Fountain of the Three Graces in Montpellier

About the tour

The tour takes its name from Toulouse, home of the aviation giant Airbus, and Geneva, where CERN is located. The route starts in Montpellier, and the second day is set aside for Toulouse.

On the third day you travel via Avignon to Geneva, and the fourth day is spent in Geneva. The return journey goes via Lyon.

Facility visits are subject to each institution's own booking and security rules; the scope of the visits is confirmed once the dates are fixed.

Send us your dates and group size for CERN and Airbus and we will tailor the programme to your group.

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Tour programme

The daily route follows the programme in the catalogue. A detailed itinerary is shared with the quote.

Istanbul – Montpellier

Toulouse

Toulouse – Avignon – Geneva

Geneva

Geneva – Lyon – Istanbul

Places to see

France
Switzerland

Montpellier
A university city in the Occitanie region of southern France. Its medical school dates back to the 13th century and is still in operation. Place de la Comédie and the historic centre with its narrow streets (the Écusson) are the main areas to explore.
Toulouse
The centre of France's aerospace industry; Airbus's headquarters and assembly plants are in Toulouse-Blagnac. It is known as the 'Pink City' because of its brick buildings; the Basilica of Saint-Sernin is a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Routes of Santiago de Compostela.
Avignon
Seat of the Papacy for about a century in the 14th century, Avignon is home to the Palace of the Popes, the episcopal buildings and the Avignon Bridge (Saint-Bénézet). The historic centre was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1995.
Geneva
A Swiss city on Lake Geneva that hosts international organisations such as the UN Office and the Red Cross. CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research founded in 1954, lies north-west of the city on the French-Swiss border; the Large Hadron Collider operates here.
Lyon
Founded by the Romans in the 1st century BC as the capital of Gaul, Lyon lies where the Rhône and Saône rivers meet. Its historic site was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1998; Fourvière hill and Vieux Lyon are the main areas to explore.

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What's covered and notes

Included in the programme

The catalogue has no separate list of included services for this tour. The scope of transport, accommodation, guiding and meals is set out in writing in the quote.

Good to know

The price is prepared according to your dates, group size and preferences, and is sent to you in writing together with the included services.

Who is it for?

School and student groupsA pace suited to the age group, planned together with the teacher and group leader.
Young peopleA lively, social experience for high school and university groups.
Corporate groupsSuitable for team trips, incentive programmes and company events.

Practical information

Best time to go

Spring (April to June) and early autumn (September to October) are good times thanks to the mild weather; July and August are hot in southern France.

What to bring and know

There are ID checks at CERN and Airbus, so carry your passport.
The currency in Switzerland is the Swiss franc; the euro is used in France.
Switzerland uses a different socket type (Type J); bring a suitable adaptor.
Wear comfortable, closed shoes for walking on facility tours.

Country information
Country	Visa (Turkish citizens)	Currency	Time difference	Language
France	Schengen visa required	Euro (EUR)	2 hours behind Türkiye in winter; 1 hour behind during summer time	French
Switzerland	Schengen visa required	Swiss franc (CHF)	2 hours behind Türkiye in winter; 1 hour behind during summer time	German, French, Italian, Romansh (French in Geneva)

Visa and entry requirements may change; check the current situation with the relevant consulate before you travel.

CERN and Airbus as a school trip

A highly motivating trip for science high schools, engineering clubs and university groups. As visits to CERN and Airbus depend on the institutions' booking systems, it is important to start planning early.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa?

Visa and passport requirements vary by country, passport type and date. We share the current requirements at the quote stage; as application times can be long, we recommend planning early.

Are the CERN and Airbus visits guaranteed?

Facility visits are subject to the booking, capacity and security rules of the institutions concerned. The scope of the visit is confirmed once the dates are fixed and is stated in the quote.

Is it suitable for student groups?

Yes. The programme is especially suitable for high school and university groups interested in science and engineering.

When is the best time for CERN and Airbus?

Spring (April to June) and early autumn (September to October) are good times thanks to the mild weather; July and August are hot in southern France.

What is included in the price?

What is covered for transport, guiding, admission fees and meals is stated in writing in the quote, according to your dates, group size and preferences. Services marked as extras in the catalogue are charged separately.

Are the tour dates fixed?

Dates are planned according to group requests and the season. Tell us your preferred period and group size, and we will share suitable date options with the quote.

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