Switzerland & Leadership Conference
In order to have a better future, we must take care of ourselves today.
During this tour, you’ll explore how Switzerland 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. Conclude your trip in Berlin by further exploring Future Readiness in a Changing World at our inspiring leadership conference.EF Summits are open to rising 9th graders through graduated seniors.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Switzerland
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Day 2: Lake Geneva region
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Geneva
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Day 3: 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
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Day 4: Lake Geneva region • Lake Brienz region
Participate in an activity centered around Future Readiness in a Changing World
Travel to the Lake Brienz region, an area that offers adventure at every turn
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Day 5: Lake Brienz region
Participate in a ropes course challenge to enhance your collaboration skills and practice overcoming your fears
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Day 6: Lake Brienz region • Zurich
Go kayaking on Lake Brienz to explore the role of outdoor recreation in maintaining health and wellness
Travel to Zurich
Participate in an activity centered around Future Readiness in a Changing World
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Day 7: Zurich
Take a walking tour of Zurich
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
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Day 8: Zurich • Berlin
Fly to Berlin
Take a walking tour of Berlin
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Day 9: 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
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Day 10: Berlin • Leadership Conference
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Day 11: Berlin • Leadership Conference
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Switzerland
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Day 2: Lake Geneva region
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a walking tour of Geneva
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Day 3: 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
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Day 4: Lake Geneva region • Lake Brienz region
Participate in an activity centered around Future Readiness in a Changing World
Travel to the Lake Brienz region, an area that offers adventure at every turn
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Day 5: Lake Brienz region
Participate in a ropes course challenge to enhance your collaboration skills and practice overcoming your fears
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Day 6: Lake Brienz region • Zurich
Go kayaking on Lake Brienz to explore the role of outdoor recreation in maintaining health and wellness
Travel to Zurich
Participate in an activity centered around Future Readiness in a Changing World
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Day 7: Zurich
Take a walking tour of Zurich
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
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Day 8: Zurich • Berlin
Fly to Berlin
Take a walking tour of Berlin
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Day 9: 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
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Day 10: Berlin • Leadership Conference
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Day 11: Berlin • Leadership Conference
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; internal flight; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
10 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily; 2 lunches during the conference
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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
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Student Leadership Conference
Conference registration, keynote addresses, expert-led workshops, and design thinking workshops are included.
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Entrances
evian factory visit; Lake Brienz kayaking; Summit-themed activity; ride to the top of a swiss mountain; Topography of Terror Museum
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has 600 schools and offices across 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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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.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.