Rustic Pathways student travel programs are summer and spring-break trips for middle and high school students, built around service, adventure, cultural immersion and language learning. Compare them by destination, age, dates and interests below.
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Protect loggerhead turtles on a Greek island
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Caribbean public health service
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
The best of these cultural hotspots
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Island splendor and eco-service
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Fieldwork to save sea turtles
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Italy and Greece food and culture
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Perfect start to service adventures
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Elephant care and conservation
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Village service and island life
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Temples, beaches & elephants
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Outdoor adventure in the Alps
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Remote village service expedition
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Jungles, reefs, and Mayan culture
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Bali villages, temples, and a volcano
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Catch waves and make an impact
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Culture, cities and coast: Portugal & Spain
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Japan beyond the tourist trail
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Service and immersion in the Andes
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Amazigh village service, Marrakech souks
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Fun and friends as a camp counselor
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Irish ecovillage, Icelandic energy
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Surf, kayak, and wildlife fieldwork
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Great Wall and the Li River, China
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Spanish homestay in Costa Rica
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
2 weeks, 40 hours of Korean in Seoul
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Middle school service trip in Costa Rica
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Bali for older teens, ages 17–20
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Technology and sustainability in two cities
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Bullet trains to rice fields
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Spanish immersion in a medieval town
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Seoul youth culture & K-trends
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Marine surveys on Ligurian coast
Flights to and from the program aren't included.
Flight options include: Chaperoned Group Flight, Independent Flight with Support, or Self-Managed Airfare. You'll choose with your advisor after enrolling.
Start with age and dates, then choose the kind of experience you want. Planning a trip for a whole class or school? See school group travel.
Compare programs designed for ages 12–14. Each program lists its own eligibility.
Explore middle-school programs →Choose among service, adventure, cultural immersion and language programs for teens.
Explore high-school programs →Explore the Bali session for ages 17–20, including graduating seniors and college-age travelers.
See the older-teens Bali program →Service programs combine travel with projects shaped by host-community priorities. The work and estimated hours depend on the program. For example, Beachside Service lists 15 service hours.
Use the published program details to compare the project focus and expected service hours. Ask our team about documentation, and check your school’s requirements before enrolling.
Explore community service programs →Find answers to common questions about Rustic Pathways student travel programs, including first-time international travel, solo enrollment, community service hours, age requirements, student supervision, and enrollment.
First-time international travelers can choose a Rustic Pathways program based on their age, interests, and travel experience. Compare destinations and activities using the first-time traveler guide. A Rustic Pathways advisor can explain program itineraries, daily activities, and available student support before enrollment.
Yes. Students can enroll in Rustic Pathways travel programs individually without bringing a friend. Students traveling alone can ask an advisor about meeting other participants before departure, arrival procedures, and how groups come together at the start of their program.
Students can earn community service hours on eligible Rustic Pathways programs. The number of hours varies by program, and some adventure or language programs do not offer listed service hours. Each eligible program page provides an estimated number of hours. Students should confirm documentation requirements with Rustic Pathways and their school before enrolling.
Most Rustic Pathways student travel programs serve high school students ages 14–18 and last 6–23 days. Programs include community service, adventure travel, cultural immersion, and language learning. Students can compare available trips by destination, age, travel dates, and interests using the program filters.
Rustic Pathways maintains a median of one staff member for every 4.37 students (4.37:1). No program exceeds 7 students per staff member. These staffing ratios support student supervision during travel programs. Learn more about staff training and supervision.
Enroll in a Rustic Pathways student travel program by selecting a program, choosing an available departure date, and reviewing eligibility requirements, Program Tuition, additional costs, and enrollment terms. Students and parents can contact a Rustic Pathways advisor for help comparing programs before enrolling.
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