Focus: Biotechnology, Ethics, Environmental Science

Duration: 9 Days

Standards Alignment: NGSS (Genetics, Ecosystems), AP Biology, IB Biology

*This sample itinerary is for planning purposes only and may be modified due to availability, logistics, or group customization requests

Arrival in Geneva
- Welcome dinner & intro to Swiss innovation
Biotech Lab Immersion
- Visit university or biotech institute
- DNA extraction and CRISPR simulation
Ethics & Innovation Debate
- Workshop: “Should we edit the human genome?”
- Role-play stakeholder perspectives
Alpine Ecology Field Study
- Travel to Interlaken
- Biodiversity survey and climate impact mapping
Glacier Hike & Climate Science
- Guided hike with glaciologist
- Ice core sampling simulation
Cultural Immersion
- Swiss chocolate chemistry lab
- Visit Bern’s Einstein Museum
Student Showcase
- Present biotech and ecology projects
- Celebration dinner
Reflection & Exploration
- Scenic train ride through Alps
- Group journaling session
Departure
- Airport transfer & farewell