Beginner-friendly trips designed for students new to international travel
Programs offering 15+ service hours through immersive, on-the-ground projects
High-demand programs with limited spots for early applicants
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Start with our three most-loved regions for first-time travelers. Perfect for high schoolers and parents who want a balance of adventure, safety, and meaningful impact.
Hands-on service programs focused on meaningful community impact
Deep-dive travel experiences centered on language, culture, and local connection
Programs that build global leadership, confidence, and real-world skills
Browse the full collection of Rustic Pathways travel programs.
Eating abroad means you get to eat all the local food, delicacies, and in-season fruits and vegetables. Take a peek at some of the fruits and vegetables you might see at the market on a Rustic Pathways’ high school summer travel program.
Food is powerful. It is the great connector—shaping our memories and cultivating community. This holiday season, try incorporating one of these international inspired potato dishes into your holiday meal and get inspired to see the world.
Try making Gallo Pinto, Costa Rica’s traditional rice and beans, at home with this easy recipe. A staple enjoyed on Rustic Pathways’ student travel programs—simple ingredients, big flavor, pura vida!
Prepare authentic Som Tam, Thai green papaya salad, at home with this easy recipe from Rustic Pathways, inspired by our travel programs in Thailand.
Food is powerful. It is the great connector—shaping our memories and cultivating community. This Halloween, bring together your friends and family for a bowl of this hearty Thai pumpkin curry.
