12 days
Berlin, Zurich, Lake Brienz region, Lake Geneva region

In order to have a better future, we must take care of ourselves today.

Kick things off by exploring Future Readiness in a Changing World at our inspiring leadership conference in Berlin. Then, head to Switzerland to see how the country incorporates wellness into every aspect of its culture. As you kayak on Lake Brienz, participate in a ropes course, and breathe in the fresh Alpine air of Évian-les-Bains in France, consider what role you want health and wellness to play in your own life, and how you might plan your future to achieve this balance.

EF Summits are open to rising 9th graders through graduated seniors.
  • Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany

  • Day 2: Berlin

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Take a walking tour of Berlin

  • Day 3: Berlin • Leadership Conference

    Take a guided tour of Berlin

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Brandenburg Gate
    • Kurfürstendamm
    • Remains of the Berlin Wall

    Visit the Topography of Terror Museum  

    See Checkpoint Charlie

    Kick off your leadership conference experience 

  • Day 4: Berlin • Leadership Conference

  • Day 5: Berlin • Leadership Conference

  • Day 6: Berlin • Zurich

    Fly to Zurich

    Take a walking tour of Zurich

  • Day 7: Zurich

    Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain

    Participate in an activity centered around Future Readiness in a Changing World 

  • Day 8: Zurich • Lake Brienz region

    Travel to the Lake Brienz region

    Go kayaking on Lake Brienz to explore the role of outdoor recreation in maintaining health and wellness 

  • Day 9: Lake Brienz region

    Participate in a ropes course challenge to enhance your collaboration skills and practice overcoming your fears  

  • Day 10: Lake Brienz region • Lake Geneva region

    Travel to the Lake Geneva region

    Take a walking tour of Geneva

    Participate in an activity centered around Future Readiness in a Changing World 

  • Day 11: Évian-les-Bains • Lake Geneva region

    Take a day trip to Évian-les-Bains 

    Take a walking tour of Évian-les-Bains, a French town on the shores of Lake Geneva  

    Visit the evian factory to see how one of our most important resources, water, is sourced and bottled 

  • Day 12: Depart for home

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  • Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany

  • Day 2: Berlin

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Take a walking tour of Berlin

  • Day 3: Berlin • Leadership Conference

    Take a guided tour of Berlin

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Brandenburg Gate
    • Kurfürstendamm
    • Remains of the Berlin Wall

    Visit the Topography of Terror Museum  

    See Checkpoint Charlie

    Kick off your leadership conference experience 

  • Day 4: Berlin • Leadership Conference

  • Day 5: Berlin • Leadership Conference

  • Day 6: Berlin • Zurich

    Fly to Zurich

    Take a walking tour of Zurich

  • Day 7: Zurich

    Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain

    Participate in an activity centered around Future Readiness in a Changing World 

  • Day 8: Zurich • Lake Brienz region

    Travel to the Lake Brienz region

    Go kayaking on Lake Brienz to explore the role of outdoor recreation in maintaining health and wellness 

  • Day 9: Lake Brienz region

    Participate in a ropes course challenge to enhance your collaboration skills and practice overcoming your fears  

  • Day 10: Lake Brienz region • Lake Geneva region

    Travel to the Lake Geneva region

    Take a walking tour of Geneva

    Participate in an activity centered around Future Readiness in a Changing World 

  • Day 11: Évian-les-Bains • Lake Geneva region

    Take a day trip to Évian-les-Bains 

    Take a walking tour of Évian-les-Bains, a French town on the shores of Lake Geneva  

    Visit the evian factory to see how one of our most important resources, water, is sourced and bottled 

  • Day 12: Depart for home

Interested in learning more about this tour?

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & transportation

    Round-trip flights on major carriers; internal flight; comfortable motorcoach

  • Hotels

    10 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms 

  • Regional-style meals

    Breakfast and dinner daily; 2 lunches during the conference

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your bilingual, culturally connected Tour Director stays with you 24/7 to handle all on-tour logistics and provide knowledgeable insights everywhere you go

  • Student Leadership Conference

    Conference registration, keynote addresses, expert-led workshops, and design thinking workshops are included.

  • Entrances

    evian factory visit; Lake Brienz kayaking; Summit-themed activity; ride to the top of a swiss mountain; Topography of Terror Museum

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project for academic credit.

  • Continuous Support

    Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.

  • Worldwide Presence

    EF has 600 schools and offices across 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.

  • Peace of Mind Program

    Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.

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