STEM Innovation Tour Berlin offers an exciting opportunity for students to explore the cutting edge of technology and innovation in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities. This immersive experience includes visits to the German Museum of Technology, hands-on coding workshops, and tours of Berlinβs thriving start-up ecosystem. Participants will engage with entrepreneurs, learn about emerging technologies, and collaborate on projects during a mini-hackathon.
Overview
Immersive STEM tour! Highlights include visiting the German Museum of Technology, meeting local start-ups, and participating in hands-on coding workshops.
Itinerary
- 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM: Departure from Switzerland (Group flight or train to Berlin).
- 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Arrive in Berlin; transfer to accommodation.
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant.
- 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM: Orientation session and safety briefing at the accommodation.
- 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM: Guided tour of the local area (Familiarization with surroundings).
- 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM: Dinner at a local restaurant.
- 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM: Group activities (icebreaker games, introductions, etc.).
- 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM: Breakfast at the accommodation.
- 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Visit the German Museum of Technology.
- Activity: Explore exhibitions on transport, communication, and energy.
- 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM: Lunch at a cafΓ© near the museum.
- 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM: Participate in a workshop at the museum on "Innovative Technologies."
- 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM: Debriefing session to discuss learnings from the museum.
- 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM: Dinner at a local restaurant.
08:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Evening free for students to explore nearby areas.
- 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM: Breakfast at the accommodation.
- 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Visit to a local tech start-up (e.g., a co-working space or incubator).
- Activity: Q&A session with entrepreneurs about the startup process and innovation.
- 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM: Lunch at a nearby cafΓ©.
- 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM: Tour of a second start-up focusing on AI or app development.
- 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM: Reflective group discussion on start-up visits and entrepreneurship.
- 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM: Dinner at a local restaurant.
- 08:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Evening workshop on "The Future of Technology" with a local expert.
- 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM: Breakfast at the accommodation.
- 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Coding workshop at a local coding school or tech hub.
- Activity: Introduction to Python/JavaScript or a project-based coding session.
- 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM: Lunch at a nearby cafΓ©.
- 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM: Continue coding workshop; focus on collaborative projects.
- 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM: Free time for students to explore nearby parks or cafΓ©s.
- 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM: Dinner at a local restaurant.
08:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Group project planning session for a mini-hackathon (scheduled for Day 6).
- 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM: Breakfast at the accommodation.
- 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Visit to the Berlin Technology Park.
- Activity: Guided tour and discussion on current innovations in technology.
- 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM: Lunch at the park's cafΓ©.
- 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM: Visit to an emerging tech company (e.g., a fintech company).
- Activity: Workshop on βInnovation in Technologyβ with hands-on activities.
- 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM: Return to accommodation; rest and reflect on the day.
- 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM: Dinner at a local restaurant.
09:30 PM - 11:00 PM: Evening discussion: "What We Learned About Innovation."
- 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM: Breakfast at the accommodation.
- 09:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Mini-hackathon at the accommodation or local tech space.
- Activity: Groups work on tech solutions or projects developed during the trip.
- 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM: Lunch at a local cafΓ©.
- 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM: Continue working on projects; prepare presentations.
- 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM: Group presentations and feedback session.
- 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM: Dinner at a local restaurant.
- 08:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Cultural experience: Visit a local theater or cinema showing a German film.
- 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM: Breakfast at the accommodation.
- 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Final reflection and discussion: "Key Takeaways from Berlin."
- 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Check out of accommodation; gather belongings.
- 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant.
- 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM: Last-minute shopping or exploring in Berlin.
- 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM: Transfer to airport for departure.
- Evening: Flight back to Switzerland.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport(in our own vehicle)
- Transportation to and from!!
- Food all along the trip(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map(in case if you donβt have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip)
- First Aid Medical Kit(Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
- All the required permits and paperwork
Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Visa Charges
- Hotel Expenses(In Kathmandu, some packages do include hotel expenses)
- Your travel and medical insurance
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- Food and accommodations in Kathmandu
- Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on chartered helicopter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The tour focuses on technology and innovation, with highlights including visits to the German Museum of Technology, tech start-ups, coding workshops, and engaging with local experts on future technologies.
No prior experience is required! The coding workshops are designed for beginners and intermediate learners. You’ll be introduced to programming languages like Python and JavaScript and work on collaborative projects.
The tour includes visits to tech museums, start-ups, and innovation hubs, hands-on workshops on coding and innovation, a mini-hackathon, and cultural experiences such as exploring Berlin’s vibrant tech ecosystem and local attractions.
Yes, the tour includes several opportunities to meet and interact with entrepreneurs at local start-ups and innovation centers. You’ll also participate in Q&A sessions to learn about the startup process and innovation in tech.
Absolutely! The coding workshops cater to all levels, including beginners. Youβll receive an introduction to coding concepts and work on simple projects, gradually building your skills throughout the week.
You will visit a variety of tech companies, including co-working spaces, start-ups focused on AI and app development, and emerging companies in fields like fintech. These visits will provide insights into the real-world application of technology and innovation.
The mini-hackathon is a hands-on group activity where you will work with your peers to create tech solutions or projects based on what you’ve learned during the tour. Teams will present their projects, receive feedback, and discuss the process of innovation.
Yes, there will be some free time in the evenings and on the last day to explore Berlin. You can visit local attractions, go shopping, or enjoy a cultural experience like watching a German film at a local theater.