##### Gifts for the sheep-loving, pub-dwelling nature addicts 

Grand Tour of Ireland

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You’ll stay at accommodations hand-picked by our team of local experts, in rooms only for EF Ultimate Break travelers. Each property is located in a safe, convenient area. You’ll receive your exact accommodations 30 days before your trip departs.

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From the Cliffs of Moher and lush green fields of the countryside, to massive urban parks, the Emerald Isle takes beautiful scenery to the next level. But there’s more to Ireland than being really, really, ridiculously good looking. Feel like royalty atop Blarney Castle, and learn Irish history at every step of the way. At night, the pubs abound with live music to keep the good times going in one of the most photogenic and friendly countries in the world.

  
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* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Tour Director & local guides
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* 7 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Daily breakfast, Welcome Dinner & Farewell Dinner
* Entrances to the Blarney Castle & other select attractions

* Make friends with locals and enjoy live music in Ireland’s pub scene
* Stand in awe at the Cliffs of Moher, 700 feet above the Atlantic
* Kiss the Blarney Stone and receive the “gift of gab”
* Drive the scenic Ring of Kerry and stop at a few breathtaking lookouts

Grand Tour of Ireland: Plus

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From the Cliffs of Moher and lush green fields of the countryside, to massive urban parks, the Emerald Isle takes beautiful scenery to the next level. But there’s more to Ireland than being really, really, ridiculously good looking. Have a pint at the Guinness Storehouse, feel like royalty atop Blarney Castle, and learn Irish history at every step of the way. At night, the pubs abound with live music to keep the good times going in one of the most photogenic and friendly countries in the world. 

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* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Tour Director & local guides
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* 7 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with food & drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Authentic local dinner in County Kerry
* Entrances to the Blarney Castle & other select attractions

Active Ireland

You’ll stay at accommodations hand-picked by our team of local experts, in rooms only for EF Ultimate Break travelers. Each property is located in a safe, convenient area. You’ll receive your exact accommodations 30 days before your trip departs.

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Extraordinary destinations, one of the best accents in the world, and more gorgeously green landscapes than you can shake a stick at (they don’t call it the Emerald Isle for nothing). Welcome to Ireland. Get ready to explore more than the expected—challenging you to hike, bike, and walk your way to jaw dropping views. Over the course of 12 days, you’ll see world-famous attractions, visit and explore 5 cities, and in all likelihood, start to wish some of the cozy pubs were in your neighborhood at home. So, go ahead and have yourself a grand time—with the proper amount of shenanigans and pints mixed in of course.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Tour Director & local guides
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* 6 days of hiking and biking Ireland
* 10 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* One lunch

* Hike and bike along some of the most scenic stretches in all of Ireland
* Pose at the base of Torc Waterfall and wish you had that kind of water pressure at home
* Stand speechless at the Cliffs of Moher while trying to come up with some good puns
* Climb to the top of Carrauntoohil, the highest point in Ireland
* Try a variety of pints and drams at a nearly endless array of pubs
* Traverse the appropriately named ‘One Man’s Pass’ along the crest of a mountain
* Check off a huge bucket list goal at The Giant’s Causeway

England, Scotland & Ireland

Experience castles, pubs, Beatlemania and Harry Potter sites galore in the United Kingdom and Ireland's premier cities. Relish the quaint countrysides juxtaposed with booming metropolises, and immerse yourself in Scottish, English and Irish culture for an unforgettable adventure on the British Isles.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Expert Tour Director & local guides
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* Ferry between Scotland & Northern Ireland
* 15 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Metro pass in London
* Entrance to Edinburgh Castle, Guinness Storehouse & more

* Watch the changing of the guard at London’s Buckingham Palace
* Escape to the cozy cafe where J.K. Rowling penned her story of a young wizard
* Pour the perfect pint of Guinness while overlooking Dublin’s skyline
* Make friends with locals and enjoy live music in the pubs of Ireland and Scotland
* Visit Shakespeare’s birthplace and childhood home in Stratford-Upon-Avon
* Stand in awe at the Cliffs of Moher, 700 feet above the Atlantic
* Tap into Beatlemania in Liverpool
* Hike the expansive and gorgeous Scottish Highlands
* See more castles in two weeks than a medieval knight saw in their lifetime

St. Paddy's Day in Ireland

Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day as it was meant to be celebrated: in the streets of the country where it all began. From the Cliffs of Moher and lush green fields of the countryside, to massive urban parks, the Emerald Isle takes beautiful scenery to the next level. But there’s more to Ireland than being really, really, ridiculously good looking. Have a pint at the Guinness Storehouse, feel like royalty from atop Blarney Castle, and learn Irish history at every stop. At night, pubs abound with live music to keep the good times going in one of the most scenic and friendly countries in the world.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Tour Director & local guides
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* 7 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Entrances to the Blarney Castle & other select attractions

* Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day like the Irish, with the Irish
* Pour the perfect pint of Guinness while overlooking Dublin’s skyline
* Make friends with locals and enjoy live music in Ireland’s pub scene
* Stand in awe at the Cliffs of Moher, 700 feet above the Atlantic
* Kiss the Blarney Stone and receive the “gift of gab”

New Year’s in Dublin: Grand Tour of Ireland

Get ready to ramble through rugged, rolling hills in this New Year's immersion of Ireland. Johnny Cash wasn’t kidding when he sang about its 40 shades of green. From the Cliffs of Moher and lush green fields of the countryside, to massive urban parks, the Emerald Isle takes beautiful scenery to the next level. But there’s more to Ireland than being really, really, ridiculously good looking. Learn Irish history from inside a prison, and feel like royalty from atop Blarney Castle. At night, pubs abound with live music to keep the good times going in one of the most scenic and friendly countries in the world.

* Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Dublin
* Make friends with locals and enjoy live music in Ireland’s pub scene
* Stand in awe at the Cliffs of Moher, 700 feet above the Atlantic
* Kiss the Blarney Stone and receive the “gift of gab”
* Drive the scenic Ring of Kerry and stop at a few breathtaking lookouts

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Killarney! From the Cliffs of Moher and lush green fields of the countryside, to massive urban parks, the Emerald Isle takes beautiful scenery to the next level. But there’s more to Ireland than being really, really, ridiculously good looking. Feel like royalty atop Blarney Castle, and learn Irish history at every step of the way. At night, the pubs abound with live music to keep the good times going in one of the most photogenic and friendly countries in the world.

* Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Killarney
* Make friends with locals and enjoy live music in Ireland’s pub scene
* Stand in awe at the Cliffs of Moher, 700 feet above the Atlantic
* Kiss the Blarney Stone and receive the “gift of gab”
* Drive the scenic Ring of Kerry and stop at a few breathtaking lookouts

##### Gifts for the backpack-wielding, gotta-see-everything Europe enthusiasts 

Ultimate Europe

You’ll stay at hostels hand-picked by our team of local experts, in rooms only for EF Ultimate Break travelers. Each hostel is located in a safe, convenient area. You’ll receive your exact accommodations 30 days before your trip departs.

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Become a student of Europe and an expert on awesome. Spend a month abroad and prove that things in the U.S. aren’t that old, espresso is your one true love, and travel is always the answer. This is your odyssey. This is Ultimate Europe.

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* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* Internal trains & ferries
* 33 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Metro passes in each major city
* Entrance to select attractions

* Visit nine countries and 14 cities in Europe
* Meet Ben and Abbey in London, AKA Big Ben and Westminster Abbey
* Experience architecture from medieval to modern in Barcelona
* Climb to the top of Athens’ ancient and famous Acropolis
* Grab a stein in Munich’s lively beer halls (don’t forget your lederhosen)
* Indulge in Italian food and wine while taking in the Tuscan countryside

European Road Trip

Get ready for a 17-day Euro-trip through five countries (yes 5) that will take you from windmills and winding canals to clock towers and cathedrals. Eat, drink, and explore your way through some of Europe’s most iconic cities. Perfect for a college break.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* Internal flights & trains
* 15 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Metro passes in each major city
* Entrance to select attractions

* Visit 5 different European countries and their best cities
* Go for high tea after catching the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace
* Pedal through the streets of Amsterdam amongst hundreds of thousands of bikes
* Marvel at the City of Light from the Champ de Mars
* Eat gelato until you can't eat any more. Then eat more.
* Test your yodeling skills in the pristine Swiss Alps

Grand Tour of Europe

You’ll stay at hostels hand-picked by our team of local experts, in rooms only for EF Ultimate Break travelers. Each hostel is located in a safe, convenient area. You’ll receive your exact accommodations 30 days before your trip departs.

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Swap out study for sunsets and selfies for an entire month in Europe. History, nightlife and museums are balanced with a healthy dose of life on the Mediterranean, where they make lazy look stylish.

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* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* Internal flights & trains
* 28 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Metro passes in each major city
* Entrance to the St. Mark’s Basilica, Duomo Cathedral, Park Güell & other select attractions

* Visit seven countries and 12 cities in Europe
* Cruise the canals of Amsterdam and Venice
* Test your yodeling skills in the pristine Swiss Alps
* Indulge in Italian food and wine while taking in the Tuscan countryside
* Meet Ben and Abbey in London, AKA Big Ben and Westminster Abbey
* Taste savory and sweet crepes in the capital of culinary creations
* Gaze upon the French Riviera’s landscapes and sunsets that inspired artists like Monet and Picasso

Highlights of Eastern Europe

Escape the norm on this escapade through Eastern Europe. Pay a visit to a Budapest beer garden, taste test traditional Polish pierogis and become awestruck by the magic of Prague. Step back to more somber times with an immersive look at World War II and Jewish history, including a visit to Auschwitz and the storied ghetto of Krakow. There’s much to explore, learn, experience and feel throughout these 17 days.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* 15 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Metro passes in each city
* Entrance to Wieliczka Salt Mines, Schonnbrunn Palace and other select attractions

* Discover the fairytale magic of Prague’s Old Town
* Wash down hearty Bohemian food with an authentic Pilsner. Or three.
* Party in Budapest’s eclectic ruin bar scene
* Experience Classical music in classical Vienna
* See firsthand why Berlin is considered the hippest city in the world
* Learn about Jewish history & the tragedy of the Holocaust in Poland

European Summer

Spend over a month jaunting across Europe, from France to Italy to Spain, and experience the best spots of the summer. Your stories will be legendary. And your pasta-making skills? Tasty. Just how the Italian grandma in Rome taught you. Though the tan lines will fade, the Ibiza dance-club memories (and tapas cravings) will last forever. When you get back to college or work (you know, “real life”) you’ll finally have the most exciting answer to the question: “What have you been up to?”

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* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* Internal flights, trains & ferries
* 33 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Metro passes in each major city
* Entrance to select attractions

* Gaze upon ocean views and hilltop castles in Lisbon
* Taste-test tapas in Southern Spain, and wash them down with a glass of cava…and more tapas
* Learn to dance flamenco/embarrass yourself in Seville
* Dance the nights away in Ibiza’s world-famous clubs and beach bars
* Indulge in Italian food and wine while taking in the Tuscan countryside
* Head to seaside Cinque Terre for the best Instagrams and a refreshing swim
* Explore ancient Rome
* Flood your camera roll with unreal vistas and Santorini sunsets
* Climb to the top of Athens’s ancient and famous Acropolis

##### Gifts for the mountain-climbing, wildlife-seeking adventurers 

Hike Europe: The Alps

When you think of Europe, you’re probably thinking old churches, busy shopping streets, and monuments of the past. This trip is none of that. Instead, think walking, hiking, sweating, and breathing heavier than normal through the parts of Europe that not many people get to experience. In just 12 days, you’ll visit three countries, hike through vineyards, by glaciers, and up some of Europe’s most famous mountains. You might even see a cow or two. Because this trip is all about the great outdoors. Where the air is cleaner, the sounds are calming, and you can eat endless amounts of Swiss chocolate (or cheese, for those lunatics that don’t like chocolate) to counteract all the calories you’re going to burn.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Tour Director & local hiking guides
* 6 days of hiking through the Alps
* 10 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & Farewell Dinner

* Sweat it out during hikes in Switzerland, France, and Italy
* Hike through Lavaux Vineyard Terraces that overlook Lake Geneva (and yes, you get to drink the wine)
* Look up—way up—at Mont Blanc, the tallest mountain in the Alps, and one of the tallest in Europe (15,781 feet)
* Climb towards the iconic, pyramid-shaped Matterhorn mountain, passing by the Black Lake in the Zermatt region of Switzerland
* Ride the rapids of the Arve river with your fellow travelers in France
* Cuddle a St. Bernard during a stop in Martigny, Switzerland

Peru & Machu Picchu Adventure

You’ve selected an UltimatePlus departure. Nice choice! You’ll be staying at upgraded hotels throughout your trip. Each property is located in a safe and convenient area to ensure a comfortable stay, in rooms that are only for EF Ultimate Break travelers. Actual accommodations will be made available to you 30 days before your trip.

Up the altitude and dive into jungles, cities and ancient ruins on this adventure through the heart of Peru. After living like a local in Lima, you’ll journey to Cuzco and Machu Picchu, where you can learn about its mysterious past, watch the sunrise and, most importantly, pet a llama.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* 9 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Entrance to Machu Picchu & other select attractions

* Hike to the Sun Gate for epic views of Machu Picchu
* Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas, rich in Peruvian tradition
* Pet llamas and alpacas; learn the difference between the two
* Explore Cusco, a modern city at a staggering elevation of 11,150 feet
* Visit several Incan archaeological sites, including the fortress of Sacsayhuaman

Kenya: African Safari

Lights, camera, Africa! Kenya is where the wild things are. So much so that you’ll wonder if you’re secretly in a well-planned nature documentary. No, that’s not us summoning that herd of giraffes perfectly into your view, or cueing the zebras at just the right time. That’s just the magic of this country. It’s the continent’s crown jewel safari destination, and one of the best places on Earth to see the Big 5—lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and Cape buffalo—which you’ll seek out on five game drives across the national parks. No need to be pinched. We promise none of this is staged—this is just Kenya.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Drivers, animal trackers & local guides
* Private Safari Vehicle
* 8 nights in hand-picked accommodations, including hotels and premium game lodges
* 5 game drives
* Welcome Dinner, Farewell Dinner
* Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner (6 buffet dinners)
* Entrances to multiple national parks and other select attractions

* Make a Big 5 bucket list—lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and Cape buffalo—then cross them off as you try to see them all
* Lounge like a lion or go wild as a wildebeest in Nairobi—Kenya’s most poppin’ city is immersed in nature
* Traverse Maasai Mara National Park, famous for the yearly migration of millions of plains animals, and for its neighboring tribespeople: the Maasai
* Fulfill your lifelong goal of hanging out with giraffes at the Rothschild’s Giraffe Environmental Conservation Centre—if that wasn’t your lifelong goal, it is now
* Go back to your roots in Africa’s Great Rift Valley, the site where scientists found evidence of early human ancestors from 1.6 million years ago
* Stand out amongst the many flocks of flamingos that inhabit the Lake Naivasha and Lake Elementaita area
* Head into the wilderness on five thrilling game drives to see Kenya’s unparalleled wildlife in person

Patagonia Adventure: Chile & Argentina

Ever wonder why your favorite outdoorsy clothing brand named themselves after a remote region at the tip of South America? Take one look around this magical place, from the fjords to the glacial lagoons to the towering granite mountains and you’ll see exactly why. And once you’re done looking, start trekking — we’ve got a lot of ground to cover and a lot of places to audibly say “woah” at. So if your boots were made for hiking and you always thought that birds flying south had the right idea, this is the trip for you. Your story begins at the end of the world.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* 9 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Mixer with food & drinks
* Daily breakfast, one lunch & Farewell Dinner
* Entrance to Torres del Paine National Park and other select attractions

* Immerse yourself in the remote wilderness of Patagonia’s mountains and glaciers
* Remember that good things come in three’s at the foot of Chile’s three Torres del Paine granite pillars
* Mingle with the locals in the small port towns and mountain villages near national parks
* Trek to the foot of the world-famous Mt. Fitz Roy
* Walk on (frozen) water at El Perito Moreno glacier
* Balance the great outdoors with visits to bustling, vibrant Santiago and Buenos Aires

Canadian Rockies: Banff to Vancouver

You’ll stay at accommodations hand-picked by our team of local experts, in rooms only for EF Ultimate Break travelers. Each property is located in a safe, convenient area. You’ll receive your exact accommodations 30 days before your trip departs.

Spend nine days exploring the glittering lakes, sky-high peaks, and seaside cities that make up southwest Canada. From rugged Banff National Park to coastal Vancouver, discover the diversity of Canada and why it is simultaneously the hottest and coolest place to be. After hiking past glaciers, lakes, and peaks in Banff, head to the Canadian Rockies for unmatched views of jagged ice-capped peaks. Once you have your fill of fresh air, go west toward Kelowna and Vancouver for a taste of Okanagan wine country and seaport-metropolis living.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Tour Director & local guides
* Entrance to Banff National Park and other select attractions
* 8 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* Welcome Dinner
* Daily breakfast & Farewell Dinner

* Enjoy Banff National Park, Banff Upper Hot Springs, Banff Gondola, and never get tired of saying “Banff”
* Get stoked in Revelstoke and Glacier National Park as you drive through the Canadian Rockies
* Take in epic views of pure, unfiltered Canadian nature from Moraine Lake & Lake Louise
* Feel as though you are living inside a postcard as you trek through Glacier National Park
* Taste local wines and learn about the wine-making process in the town of Kelowna
* Tour the multicultural, multidimensional, multi-things-to-do city of Vancouver

U.S. National Parks: Arches to the Grand Canyon

If you want to live in the moment, ignite your curiosity, and explore the national parks containing the tallest trees, driest deserts, and colossal-est canyons in the continental U.S.A., then this trip is for you. Experience the best of the west on this 11-day road trip from San Francisco to Phoenix. Start in California’s cultural capital, San Fran, drive through the granite-cliff lined spectacle of Yosemite National Park, along the unparalleled Grand Canyon, and more as you make your way to sunny Phoenix.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Tour Director & local guides
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* 10 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome dinner
* Daily breakfast & a three-course Farewell Dinner
* Entrance to Yosemite National Park, Grand Canyon National Park & more

* Gaze into the great void of the Grand Canyon at a loss for words
* Stroll through redwood sequoia groves in California and wonder if you’re really small or they’re really big (spoiler: they’re really, really big)
* Snap pics of the most famous rocks in America: El Capitan & Half Dome in Yosemite National Park
* Stroll the Las Vegas strip, each step increasing the odds that you yell “Vegas, baby!”
* Tour the out of this world landscape of Zion National Park in Utah
* Feast your eyes on the natural rock bridges & arches of Bryce Canyon National Park

##### Gifts for the flip-flop-wearing, vitamin-D-absorbing beach bums 

The Greek Islands

You’ll stay at accommodations hand-picked by our team of local experts, in rooms only for EF Ultimate Break travelers. Each property is located in a safe, convenient area. You’ll receive your exact accommodations 30 days before your trip departs.

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Pack the sunscreen; the islands of Mykonos, Santorini and Paros average 300 days of pure sunshine each year. We’ll do the planning; you can enjoy a world of sandy beaches, blue skies, buzzing nightlife and the birthplace of civilization as we know it.

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* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* Internal ferry from Athens to Santorini
* Ferry transfer between islands
* 9 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Metro pass in Athens
* Entrance to select attractions

* Cruise the azure seas of the Aegean
* Hike to the top of Athens’ ancient and famous Acropolis
* Catch some rays at world-famous island beaches
* Make a wish at Naxos’ Temple of Apollo
* Snap a photo of the whitewashed (and blue-domed) buildings
* Enjoy epic, world-class nightlife in Mykonos
* Flood your Instagram with unreal vistas and Santorini sunsets

Belize: Rainforests, Reefs & Ruins

You’ll stay at accommodations hand-picked by our team of local experts, in rooms only for EF Ultimate Break travelers. Each property is located in a safe, convenient area. You’ll receive your exact accommodations 30 days before your trip departs.

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This trip is land, air, and sea to the tropical max. Where else can you zoom through the jungle canopy suspended on a zipline at nearly 50 mph? And once you’ve caught your breath from flying through the air, and properly observed leg day by climbing the temple stairs: sprawl out on some of the best beaches in the world, tube down a lazy river, snorkel, swim, and splash in the crystal-clear water until the Belizean sea cows come home.

\*\*Please note: Due to the border closure in Guatemala, Tikal is no longer a part of this itinerary for the time being. Instead, you will enjoy a full day excursion to the Xunantunich Ruins with Lunch included. Here you will get the chance to explore the ruins, enjoy sweeping views of Guatemala in the distance and spend the afternoon canoeing in San Ignacio.\*\*

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* Ferry ride to Ambergris Caye
* 9 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* 2 Included Lunches
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Entrances to Xunantunich Ruins, Altun Ha & other select attractions

* Explore the Maya ruins of Xunantunich and Altun Ha
* Enjoy the relaxed Caribbean beach atmosphere of San Pedro
* Zipline and cave-tube deep in the jungle of Central America
* Snorkel off the coasts of San Pedro and Hol Chan
* Bask in the sun on a Southern Coast beach
* Keep an ear out in the rainforest for howler monkeys’ notorious calls
* Immerse yourself in a wide spectrum of local cultures and traditions

Costa Rica Adventure

*Pura Vida*. The unofficial motto of Costa Rica translates to “the simple life.” But it’s less about going off the grid, and more about living a life jam-packed with rainforest hiking, whitewater rafting, ziplining above the clouds, and splashing around coral reefs under the waves. *Pura vida* is an always optimistic outlook fueled by delicious Mesoamerican-inspired cuisine, the freshest coffee, and the occasional guaro sour cocktail. If you’re looking for all that and a little quality face time with sloths, monkeys, and dolphins, this is the trip for you.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* Transportation between cities
* 9 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Daily breakfast, Welcome Dinner & Farewell Dinner
* Entrances to Manuel Antonio State Park, Santa Elena Cloud Forest & other select attractions

* Explore the biodiversity and wildlife of Costa Rica
* Zipline high up in the rainforest canopy at speeds of almost 60 MPH
* Lounge on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches at Manuel Antonio State Park
* Walk high above the clouds in Santa Elena Cloud Forest
* Enjoy the freshest coffee of your life at a plantation tour and sampling

Ecuador & the Galápagos

Ecuador is four different worlds, straddling two different hemispheres, with one set of islands (re: the Galápagos Islands) that are unlike anywhere else you’ve been. Get closer to giant tortoises and seals than you ever thought possible, climb volcanoes, swim in some of the most picturesque places, and hike through the Amazon Rainforest. It’s Mother Nature meets Animal Planet meets secluded paradise. It’s the feeling you get when you clean your room, take a step back, and it seems like no one has ever lived there—that’s Ecuador and the Galápagos. Untouched. Unbelievable. Unparalleled to anywhere else in the world.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* 9 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with appetizers & drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner

* Explore jungles, mountains, beaches, and more
* Venture into Cotopaxi National Park and hike around the snow-capped Cotopaxi Volcano
* Escape into the jungle of Baños with an adventure to Pailon del Diablo, aka “Devil’s Cauldron”
* Visit a cacao plantation and learn everything you ever wanted to know about chocolate
* Swim with many, many, many seals on San Cristobal Island
* Feel tiny as you hang with giant tortoises
* Snorkel the crystal-clear blue waters of Santa Cruz Island

Bali: Tropical Escape

There’s no denying this Indonesian island’s natural beauty, and we’d be crazy not to lead with it. But there’s more to Bali than meets the eye. This trip goes beneath the surface. You’ll discover the complexities of Balinese culture through Hindu traditions, interactions with friendly locals, and adventures at every turn. Bali is diverse. Bali is warm. Bali is an escape from the ordinary. And it’s all yours for the next 11 days.

* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private deluxe motorcoach
* 8 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Lunch with food & drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* 3 additional included lunches
* Entrance to Ubud Monkey Park and other select attractions

* Mingle with the locals—of the human and monkey varieties
* Get your blood pumping during a canyon tubing adventure
* Go into full vacation mode as you relax on some of the world’s finest beaches
* Stretch, bend, and remember to breathe during a yoga class with fellow travelers
* Learn the ins and outs of Balinese food culture at a traditional cooking class
* Get the perfect photo at a typical Balinese rice terrace
* Enjoy the abundance of magnificent Hindu temples in Bali

Caribbean Adventure: Dominican Republic

When you think of the Caribbean, you probably picture fruity drinks on the beach, lounging in the water, and tan lines for your tan lines. This trip to the Dominican Republic is all that AND a bag of chips…full of breathtaking views and a few doses of adrenaline. The DR is paradise from every angle—white-sand beaches and rugged cliffs along the coast, mountains and jungles inland, and bustling cities sprinkled throughout. Get ready to spend nine days exploring, eating, dancing, and hiking your way through it all.

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* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* 8 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Entrances to select attractions

* Hike to—and swim in—a picturesque waterfall in Jarabacoa
* Find out what a place nicknamed “The City of Eternal Spring” feels like
* Feel transported back in time, walking through the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo
* Ride the rapids of the Yaque del Norte River
* Watch kite surfers, windsurfers, and regular surfers do what they do best—surf!
* Get your groove on during a classic Dominican dance lesson

Hawaii: Big Island Adventure

Hawaii is one of the world’s most popular island destinations for a reason. It’s the only U.S. state that produces coffee. The only state with a royal palace. And the only place you can swim with dolphins, hike the world’s largest volcano, and relax with a fresh-caught bowl of poke and an ice-cold mai tai…all in one day. So if you want to say “oooh” and “ahhh” and “wow, a double rainbow!” at unprecedented rates, and meet the most laid-back people, Hawaii is the place for you.

* Round-trip flights
* Private airport pickup & transfers
* Private transportation in coach bus
* 7 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Daily breakfasts
* Welcome Lua’u
* Full-time Tour Director
* Expert local guides
* Entrance to Volcanoes National Park & other select attractions

* Gawk at the 80 ft Rainbow Falls and cross your fingers for a double rainbow sighting
* Feel and fly like a bird as you zipline above the treetops in Hilo
* Fall in love with lava at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
* Watch sea turtles crawl on darker than normal sand at Punalu’u Black Sand Beach
* Snorkel with some stunning, leaping dolphins
* Partake in a traditional luau feast, complete with traditional eating and drinking

Thailand: Island Paradise

There’s no such thing as too much of a good thing—especially when it comes to Thailand. That’s why with this 22-day trip, the question isn’t if you should go, but how fast can you pack your bags to get there. Equal parts exotic paradise, culinary delight, and all-around friendliest place in the world, Thailand is begging to be explored. Beautiful islands, spicy street noodles, peaceful Buddhist temples, world-famous nightlife…the list goes on and the reasons keep stacking up. 

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* Round-trip flights & airport transfers
* Multilingual Tour Director & local guides
* Private motorcoach
* Internal flights
* 20 nights in hand-picked accommodations
* Welcome Dinner with drinks
* Daily breakfast & three-course Farewell Dinner
* Entrance to an Elephant Nature Park, Wat Suan Dok temple, and many more attractions
* Traditional Kantoke dinner in Chiang Mai

* Get your fill of Thai street food as you wander through famous night markets
* Dance the nights away on the beaches of Koh Pha Ngan
* Lounge in the sun on a white sand beach and snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Ang Thong
* Say hi to some curious primates on Monkey Beach in the Phi Phi Islands
* Cruise through the 42 islands of Phang Nga Bay, and snap a picture of the famous James Bond Island
* Enter the Grand Palace and behold the intricate gold buildings, temples, and statues adorned in vibrant tile work
* Do some shopping via boat at Bangkok’s floating markets

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