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GROUP TRAVEL FOR 18–35-YEAR-OLDS

Discover Europe

Try your hand at pasta making, explore ancient Greek ruins, and paddleboard in the Mediterranean.

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Europe bucket list

Roman ruins, Swiss peaks, tapas and pasta and pubs and tavernas, these are Europe’s most popular destinations.

Why travel with us

Experience Europe’s most dreamed about cities with other 18–35-year-olds.

100+ TRIPS TO CHOOSE FROM

From 7-day escapes to 35-day adventures—go from the Eiffel Tower to a local’s-only pub to a paella-making class and beyond.

TRAVEL YOU CAN AFFORD

Book your dream trip, pay for it over time with an interest-free payment plan, and travel again with your repeat discount.

UNFORGETTABLE LOCAL EXPERTS

Tour Directors show you the Europe locals know—Venice’s best gelato, Santorini’s perfect sunsets, Istanbul’s buzzing bazaars.

GROUP TRAVEL = NEW FRIENDS

Connect with people who love to explore the world, experience new cultures, and step out of their comfort zones—like you.

Trending Europe trips

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Cultural experiences you won’t stop obsessing about.

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Wine tasting in Santorini

For an afternoon appreciating Santorini’s raw beauty, quaint villages, and local wine, try The Greek Islands.

A colorful hot air balloon floats over a lush, tree-covered hill with rustic buildings, set against a clear blue sky.

Floating above Tuscany

For a head-in-the clouds sunrise adventure, coast over Tuscan villages on Venice, Florence & Rome.

Snow-covered mountain peaks under a clear blue sky, with rugged cliffs and distant misty mountains in the background.

Summiting a Swiss peak

For incredible, panoramic views of the Swiss Alps, head to a mountaintop on Germany, Italy & Switzerland.

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Sipping tea in London

For a proper British cuppa along the Thames, try the London Eye and river cruise on Rome, Paris & London.

St. Peter's Basilica dome in Vatican City, framed by trees, under a clear blue sky.

Visiting Vatican City

For an up-close look at Michaelangelo’s Sistine Chapel masterpiece, visit Vatican City on Italy, France & Spain.

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Over 17,000 reviews

Hear what our travelers have to say. Spoiler: they love our Europe trips.

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5 out of 5 stars

Edinburgh Christmas Markets December 2025

7th-time traveler Rachel

This trip was amazing for so many reasons. I loved Edinburgh; the city was so beautiful, and it was extra magical being Christmas time. I really enjoyed the Christmas markets and celebrating with the locals. I made so many great friends on this trip, I had an absolute blast! The...

5 out of 5 stars

Worth it!

9th-time traveler Mohit

This was my 9th EF trip and my second city experience trip. I loved it so much! You have ample amount of free time to explore Lisbon and enjoy some amazing chicken! Thomas is amazing, he has a very cheerful personality and he is hilarious!

5 out of 5 stars

London/Scotland

2nd-time traveler Anonymous

The London/Scotland tour was amazing. Everything went so smoothly & was timed out perfectly. I really enjoyed the amount of free time we were allotted in London & Dan did amazing at giving recommendations for things to do/see during those free times. The excursions booked for...

5 out of 5 stars

Review of Grand Tour Ireland - Dec ‘25

1st-time traveler Megan

Let me first start off by saying that going on the trip, quite literally healed something inside of me and being able to explore Ireland was a literal dream come true. Our tour director Steve was absolutely amazing. He took the time to get to know each of the travelers on our...

5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely gorgeous

3rd-time traveler Julia

Let me start off praising our tour director. He was very helpful with any questions me and my bf had. There was so much thought in this trip with our accommodations and places to eat!! Absolutely 5 stars. He was also very present with the group! Me and my bf had an amazing time....

5 out of 5 stars

An Amazing Trip— Truly Unforgettable!

1st-time traveler Landon

This Christmas market tour was awesome! Our guide, Antonis, made the entire trip seamless, fun, and educational all at the same time. His knowledge of each city brought so much depth to the experience, and his energy made every stop enjoyable. The tour struck the perfect...

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Antonis Is Great

2nd-time traveler Megan

Antonis is a fantastic tour director. He is so incredibly organized in that he provides detailed guides of each individual city—complete with descriptions and recommendations. He always let us know the plan for the following day and made sure we had such a good time in each...

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Christmas market trips

Shop, eat, and drink your way through Europe’s festive outdoor markets.

Go country hopping

More cities, more cultures, and more chances to find your favorite place.

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ON THE BLOG

Europe, unlocked.

Find trip inspiration, unforgettable stories, and more from our travel-obsessed team.

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Know before you go

Insider tips about how to navigate European culture.