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12 daysIncredible India
Bazaars, the Taj Mahal and a special visit to the WAGGGS Centre, Sangam.
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12 - 15 daysCulture and Service in Thailand
Experience Thai culture as you explore ancient temples, assist local communities, and work with an elephant sanctuary.
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10 - 13 daysItaly & Greece
The Sistine Chapel, Roman ruins and the Acropolis await.
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10 - 13 daysAthens and the Islands
Explore the Acropolis, the Delphi Museum and the Greek Islands.
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9 - 11 daysBell'Italia
From Doge's Palace to the Duomo to the Sistine Chapel.
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9 - 11 daysJapan: Land of the Rising Sun
See the Great Buddha, Lake Hakone, Nijo Castle and more.
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10 - 12 daysLondon, Paris & Barcelona
Start at the Tower of London, hit the Louvre, and visit Parque Guell.
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10 - 12 daysEngland, Ireland & Wales
Visit Blarney Castle, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Shakespeare's home.
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8 - 11 daysScotland & Ireland
From St. Patrick's Cathedral to Edinburgh Castle to Loch Katrine and more.
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8 daysWonder & Wellness in Belize
Explore different dimensions of wellness with yoga and mindfulness activities while immersing yourself in local culture.
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11 daysAdventure in Peru
Service Learning: Empower mountain communities through sustainable solutions.
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8 daysDiscover Costa Rica
Learn about wellness in Costa Rica, one of the world's happiest countries, while discovering it's diverse environment and culture.
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9 daysEmpowering Girls in the Dominican Republic
Soak up the Dominican Republic's quaint villages, lush landscapes and energetic urban life!
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8 daysJourney to Panama
An energetic city, a tropical rainforest and exotic wildlife await.
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11 daysDiscover South Africa
Discover Kruger National Park, Nelson Mandela's former home and more on a journey through South Africa.
Cultural Immersion Tours
Cultural Immersion Tours
Cultural immersion tours boast authentic travel experiences that give girls the opportunity to step outside of their comfort zones and learn more about themselves and the world around them. From enjoying a traditional hot pot in Tokyo, to seeing history come alive on the streets of Rome, or chatting with local monks in Thailand.
A cultural immersion trip for girls is a chance to explore, first-hand, the landscapes, landmarks, cultures, and languages they’ve learned about at home. They will understand how people in other places around the world live their lives and why. Girls become more accepting of differences and learn to value those differences, making them true global citizens.
On this page:
1. Our itineraries
2. Girl-led opportunities
3. Academic resources
4. Impact of travel
5. Making travel possible
6. Group Leader benefits
7. Connect with us
A cultural immersion trip for girls is a chance to explore, first-hand, the landscapes, landmarks, cultures, and languages they’ve learned about at home. They will understand how people in other places around the world live their lives and why. Girls become more accepting of differences and learn to value those differences, making them true global citizens.
On this page:
1. Our itineraries
2. Girl-led opportunities
3. Academic resources
4. Impact of travel
5. Making travel possible
6. Group Leader benefits
7. Connect with us
Girls take the lead
Every girl gets to play an active role in their experience. Taking on responsibilities and being engaged in the process, from beginning to end, is a powerful way to gain leadership skills that will benefit them long after their tour has ended.
Learn how you can give your girls the opportunity to take the lead and learn skills like goal setting, decision-making, money management, communication and global citizenship.
Learn how you can give your girls the opportunity to take the lead and learn skills like goal setting, decision-making, money management, communication and global citizenship.
Resources that go the extra mile
We provide resources that let girls reflect on their experiences and take them a step further—before, during, and after their tour.
Personalized learning: Every tour comes with a personalized learning platform that taps into each girl’s passions to help her put a more personal lens on the trip.College readiness: An EF Tour for Girls is a perfect opportunity to write about on a college application. That’s why we created the UnCommon App, a series of guided exercises to help girls write standout admissions essays.
High school and college credit: EF is an accredited educational institution, just like a school. Girls can earn academic credit by completing coursework as part of their EF tours.
How do you measure the immeasurable?
Below are just a few of the intangible benefits of educational travel for girls.
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97% of girls said this tour helped them understand new people, places and cultures.
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85% of girls said this tour inspired them to take action in their community or continue studying something they learned on tour.
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83% of girls said this tour helped them grow more confident and independent.
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82% of girls said this tour helped them discover more about themselves.
Source: Trip evaluations, Travel years: 2019 and 2021
Making travel possible
We’re dedicated to making travel accessible to as many girls as possible. Because of our unmatched global network and longstanding relationships with airlines and hotels, we’re always able to offer the best value.
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Flexible Payment Options
Enroll for just $95, and then monthly or bi-weekly payments (and even the day of the week you pay!) are all within your control.
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Fundraising Resources
You’ll receive a budgeting guidebook containing tried and true methods from experienced Group Leaders who’ve led trips of all sizes. And, travelers get their own shareable page where friends and family can contribute to their tour.
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Girls’ Empowerment Travel Scholarship
Our $20,000 scholarship is designed to give a deserving girl group the opportunity to expand their perspectives through educational travel.
More on our scholarship
Group Leader benefits
Selflessness is in your nature. But let’s take a moment to consider the benefits that you’ll receive as a Group Leader.
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International Training Tours
First-time Group Leaders are welcomed to the EF family through a training tour to places like Paris or Rome. They are designed to prepare you for the responsibilities and safety measures required, so you’ll return home confident before leading your girls abroad. -
Your Trip Is On Us
You’ll earn a free spot on your tour for every six people you enroll! That means you’ll travel free and you’ll have the opportunity to build a team of chaperones to help you who can travel for free as well. -
World-Class Travel Rewards
Start earning Global Rewards points as soon as you start enrolling travelers. Redeem them for incredible rewards ranging from personal vacations in a destination of your choice to travel scholarships for your girls.
