Dear Families,
We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for our students:
A Week in the Swiss Alps – Trek Switzerland 2026, a Nord Anglia Expedition Trip.
This unique summer experience will take place in the beautiful Swiss Alps, in Les Plans-sur-Bex, and is open to students from MYP3, MYP4, MYP5 e DP1 (aged 14+). Students will enjoy breathtaking landscapes, fresh alpine air and a challenging outdoor adventure, while building unforgettable memories with friends and meeting students from other Nord Anglia schools around the world.
Places and Participation
Places are limited to 20 students, and the trip will run only if a minimum of 8 participants is reached.
Due to organisational deadlines, registration will follow a first come, first served policy. We strongly recommend securing a place as soon as possible, as we expect spaces to fill quickly.
Please note that this is a physically demanding expedition, involving trekking in challenging Alpine terrain. Participants must have:
- a good level of physical fitness;
- willingness to train before the expedition;
- appropriate equipment for safe mountain trekking.
This experience is designed for students who enjoy adventure and physical challenge.
Expedition Activity Highlights
The week begins in the village of Les Plans-sur-Bex, where students are welcomed into the Alpine environment through icebreaker activities such as a self-led walk or an evening treasure hunt, helping them get to know their fellow adventurers and quickly build a sense of team.
A full day is dedicated to skills training, during which students learn essential expedition skills including navigation, camp craft and outdoor cooking. This preparation is key to enabling them to confidently lead their own journey through challenging mountain terrain.
Over the following three days, students take part in a student-led trek from Les Martinets through mountain passes and along ridge lines. Supported by expert coaching, they develop leadership, decision-making and group-care skills while staying overnight in mountain huts or camps.
The programme also includes a high-altitude experience at Glacier 3000, reached by gondola. Here, students explore a glacial environment firsthand, observe the visible effects of climate change and take part in a range of shared Alpine activities designed to foster teamwork and a spirit of adventure.
Cultural discovery is an important part of the experience. A visit to the historic town of Gruyère allows students to learn about traditional Swiss chocolate and cheese production and to explore the Château de Gruyères.
The expedition concludes with focused leadership and team-building activities, followed by a final reflection session in which students evaluate how the skills they have developed can be applied at school and in their future lives. A special awards ceremony celebrates both the physical achievements and the personal growth demonstrated throughout the week.
Trip Overview
- Destination: Swiss Alps – Les Plans-sur-Bex
- Dates: 3–10 July 2026
- Duration: 1 week
- Participants: Up to 20 students, aged 14+
- Minimum number: 8 students
- Accompanying staff: 2 adults from H-FARM International School Venice
- Accommodation: Les Martinets Expedition Centre
- Activities: Trekking, outdoor and Alpine adventures
- Fitness level required: Good level of physical fitness
Costs
The total cost of the trip will be divided into two parts.
First instalment – €335
Deadline: Friday 23rd January 2026
This includes:
- accommodation at Les Martinets Expedition Centre
(shared rooms, modern facilities, Wi-Fi, classrooms, dining room and sports fields); - full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner);
- travel insurance for all students
(in case of cancellation, refunds are not possible, but claims can be made through insurance); - excursions and entrance fees;
- coach transfer from Geneva Airport to Les Martinets.
Final balance (cost to be confirmed later):
Travel to Geneva (flight, train or bus – currently no direct flights; the best option will be chosen after registrations close).
Families are responsible for:
- visas (if required);
- personal equipment;
- pocket money (at the family’s discretion).
Further Information – Brochure
For a detailed description of the programme and its educational goals, please refer to the brochure at this link.
How to Register
To confirm your child’s participation and pay the first instalment:
- Go to: https://www.h-is.com/application/product-list/trips
- Select: “Trekking Switzerland – Summer 2026”
- Complete the registration and payment of the first instalment by Friday 23rd January 2026
Important Notice
Registration will be considered final. Due to the limited number of places, the school must share the final list of participants with providers immediately after registrations close. This step commits the school both financially and in terms of organisation; therefore, we kindly ask families to register only if they are certain their child can attend.
Nord Anglia offers several international experiences, and we are proud to be part of this global network built on sharing ideas, opportunities and best practices among schools. By confirming and participating in these trips, we actively contribute to this community and to the shared growth of our students through meaningful international experiences.
Thank you for your support and participation.