First of all our tour guide and original bus driver in New Zealand were outstanding, so informative and interactive with our students and chaperones they became like family to many of our group. I found the information and knowledge that they gave to us to be great. We had full agendas nearly every day and it was not overwhelming just enough to fill the day and not become exhausting. The variety of activities and free time was also great. I know myself and the students and chaperones thought that this experience was a once in a lifetime opportunity and will remember it for a very long time! show less

This trip not only gave me a larger understanding of the world beyond my home but increased my eagerness to explore more of it. I had never been on a trip outside of the United States before this and I could not have asked for a better first experience. The curriculum included something for everyone, whether it was learned about diverse cultures in an immersive context or seeing the natural landscape in the most breathtaking ways possible. The timing for each event was absolutely perfect. We got the most out of each day without wearing ourselves out, and every sight was seen at the optimal time, from the view of the Sydney skyline at sunset to catching the most nightlife in Cairns. With such a packed schedule, there was still time to either relax or venture beyond the pre-planned activities and see the additional sights. For example, my group went on a horseback riding trip, and that allowed us to see extra views of Rotorua from a unique vantage point. I felt safe and happy with all of the directors and group leaders, and all of them were as eager to see all of Australia and New Zealand as we were. Thanks for the trip of a lifetime! show less

This was a magnificent trip for my daughter. She came home full of fun stories and tales of different lifestyles and experience from the other side of the world. She absolutely raved on the local tour guide. The excursions were supreme. This was not only a fabulous cultural and educational learning experience for her but also just down right fun! She felt safe the entire trip yet had freedom to explore with her friends at the same time. I highly recommend this trip and company. I would send her again and again if she wasn't graduating this upcoming year. show less

This was an experience of a lifetime! Our tour director was amazing and our kids learned so much about the cultural differences between New Zealand and Australia; but they also were able to see the similarities and understand the history between the two countries. I will always remember this trip and what it did for myself and the impact it made on my life. Thank you EF and everyone involved in making this trip a success! show less

I was extremely anxious about my son traveling so far away from home but I am amazed at how well organized the trip was. The Tour guide (Erica), I was told, was amazing! My son learned a lot, felt safe and secure and felt like the time that they had was maximized by the activities that were scheduled. We are already thinking about the next trip to Italy and Greece next Spring!! Job well done!!! show less

Journey Down Under was a relaxing, exciting, adventurous trip to the other side of the planet. The countries we visited are so far away, that it is not likely that many people ever get to visit them, so the cost of the trip was worth every penny. Instead of cathedrals and museums, we got to see natural sites, beaches, and zoos, and felt like we were on an adventure almost every day. Each of the locations were so safe, that we were able to roam and explore on our own and enjoy everything the land down under had to offer. Don't let the long, multiple flights scare you, it was well worth it. Keep in mind that July is winter time in the Southern Hemisphere, so it was not warm weather in New Zealand and southern Australia. show less

Was very well organized. Would definitely recommend taking a trip with EF Tours!! show less

This was a wonderful experience. Very organized, safe and informative trip. Guides were awesome. Pace was not to fast and not too slow. Saw and experienced so many things. I would highly recommend this trip for anyone who would like to really see New Zealand and Australia. We were not in Hawaii long enough to really see everything to see there. show less

This is something, that I will tell my kids and friends about as I age. This is something that I never thought could happen, and thanks to you guys. I was able to have my first out of the country experience. show less

This was my trip of a life time and well worth the wait. I tagged along with my children and received an educational experience as well as a fun time. Didn't think we would be able to see all the sites that we did, but it happened. I really liked how EFTours mixed in really fun things(OGO, Luge and hand feeding kangaroos) for the kids to do as well as the sites in each city. Our tour guide was great, she was wonderful with the kids. Also, the bus drivers had area knowledge to share while we were traveling. They all had a great sense of humor, too. I would definitely would recommend traveling with EF Tours. show less