College Break trips are designed specifically for young travelers looking to make the most of their time off.

• Age requirement: All travelers must be 18–24 years old at the time of travel.
• Group makeup: Everyone on the trip falls within the same age range.
• Booking eligibility: As long as you’re within the age range, you’re good to go.
• Solo-friendly: Many travelers join on their own and meet people once the trip begins.
• Social vibe: Trips are built around shared schedules, energy levels, and interests.

You don’t need to be enrolled in college to join a College Break trip.

• Enrollment not required: These trips are open to anyone ages 18–24, whether you’re in school, on a gap year, or working.
• Designed around breaks: While trips align with academic calendars, enrollment status isn’t checked.
• Common mindset: Travelers often share similar flexibility, curiosity, and travel goals.
• No paperwork: There’s no need to submit proof of enrollment to book.
• Focus on experience: It’s about timing, age, and adventure—not transcripts.

The College Break Collection is a curated set of trips timed perfectly with school breaks. 

• Break-based travel: Trips align with spring break, summer break, and winter break schedules. 
• Shorter itineraries: Many trips are designed to fit into limited time off. 
• Bucket-list destinations: Think iconic cities, beaches, and culture-packed experiences. 
• Built for energy: Active days, social nights, and unforgettable moments. 
• Stress-free planning: Flights, hotels, activities, and guides are all handled.

College Break trips are faster-paced and designed around limited time off. 

• Shorter duration: Ideal for travelers who want to go big in less time. 
• Higher energy: Days are full, with plenty of chances to explore, go out, and connect. 
• Social atmosphere: Groups often bond quickly thanks to shared schedules and interests. 
• Strategic timing: Departures are set specifically around common school break dates. 
• Same quality: You still get expert guides, curated experiences, and EF Ultimate Break support.

Each break offers a different travel style and experience. 

• Spring Break: Lively destinations, warm weather escapes, and shorter itineraries. 
• Summer Break: Longer trips, deeper exploration, and a wider range of destinations. 
• Winter Break: Festive cities, cultural highlights, and end-of-year adventures. 
• Flexibility: Choose based on your schedule, budget, and travel goals. 
• Travel style: Whether you want beachy, cultural, or fast-paced, there’s a break for you.

Traveling with people your age creates an easy, social experience. 

• Shared energy: Similar stamina, curiosity, and excitement for new places. 
• Built-in connections: Many travelers arrive solo and leave with new friends. 
• Balanced vibe: Group activities mixed with free time to do your own thing. 
• Comfort level: No pressure to party—or not—just travel your way. 
• Supportive environment: Guides help foster inclusion and group connection.

College Break trips are designed to be accessible and flexible. 

• Interest-free payment plans: Spread out payments over time. 
• Low deposit: Secure your spot without paying everything upfront. 
• Transparent pricing: No surprise costs once you’re on the trip. 
• Expert support: EF Ultimate Break handles logistics before and during travel. 
• Peace of mind: You’re supported from booking day to touchdown home.

Your health and safety are our top priorities on our trips. We’re approved by the World Travel & Tourism Council and have global staff available 24/7 if anything comes up. There’s also the peace of mind that comes with traveling in a group led by a trained Tour Director and staying in hotels and hostels that are vetted regularly. If you want to learn more, check out our safety FAQs here. 

Oh yeah. If you want to travel with your friends from college, call in and talk to someone on our Groups team, or request more information here. They'll make sure you get the right discount and even set things up so you can room together. 

There’s plenty of free time to do whatever you want. In fact, you’ll likely be traveling with people who are looking for the same things you are. There will always be other people in your group that want to go out, or keep things low key, and your Tour Director can definitely point you to the best of both.