EF Ultimate Break Reviews 

Heather was the best tour director. I enjoyed her recommendations from food, to gelato, to ATMs, to best photo spots. The food on the boat was amazing, the crew was so kind and fun. The boat felt like home. The water was perfect. The pace of this trip felt easy and relaxed. I didn’t realize how much other people would go out at night, I never did and that was okay too! I would do this trip again. Boats are the way to travel!

The tour director, Jenci, was super super organized and encouraged us to go off and explore or hangout with him as he went to his fav local spots. He made sure to always check in on us and make sure we were enjoying every minute and if we weren't he would help us find something or somewhere to go! EF also dealt with a bullying incident on my trip and went to ALL ends to make sure that I knew they had my back. The hostels were all amazing, especially the generator, Meininger and Jo&Joe! I loved having the freedom to pick a new room or roommates for each new hostel, or stick with my new besties.

This past May, myself and 8 other friends booked a trip to Europe through EF. We had a great travel consultant who was available to us almost always via text, call, or email if we had any questions. The day of departure, we found that our flights had been either booked incorrectly, or transferred incorrectly between airlines. After spending 5+ hours in the airport check in area, our only option was to fly to another country where we would have a 24hr layover, then fly to our original destination. This option had us missing almost the entire first stop/2 days of our trip. Not only were we told by EF that this was an “amazing option” and that “the first day doesn’t count” (we had paid for things on the first day that we would now miss), we were also told once we landed we were responsible for finding our own way to the hotel and to catch up with our group. Now that we’re back from the trip, I have been in contact with 1 senior travel consultant who told us that to receive any compensation for the 2 days we missed, we would have to fill out a travel insurance claim. I was told I would not need documentation from the airline of the change of flight since EF was aware and had an “investigation open.” That was not true. I filed a claim and was told I need proof. Since I filed the claim, I have essentially been ghosted by EF. They have not been of any assistance once we had issues with the trip. I would not recommend booking with them.

After 9 trips with EFUB, I’ve seen trips go to the itinerary graveyard, I’ve seen new ones born, and I’ve seen old ones re-emerge. Most recently, I traveled on Denmark, Sweden, and Norway with EFUB and this was my second time on this trip. They’ve implemented some great changes, which not to toot my own horn, but this is the main change I suggested after my first time on this trip in 2018 — and it made a world of difference. I love to see that they’re taking customers feedback to heart and making those changes.

After 9 trips, I think it’s pretty clear that I’m a loyal customer, but I certainly wouldn’t be doing 9+ trips if I wasn’t pleased with these trips. Each one has been so unique, and even though I do have favorites, I don’t think I’ve ever had a “bad” trip at all. I have a few more in the books for the next year, and at this point, I’m just waiting to see what other new locations they may pop up with next! They have a brand new Sicily & Malta trip that I had to jump on right away, so now I’m just hoping for something new in Asia!

I think the company offers amazing trips and opportunities for those traveling alone. I think they could work on being more transparent on what's included in certain cities; Barcelona Sagrada Familia and Rome Colosseum. Tour directors also really impact the experience.

l loved the trip itinerary, our tour guide did an amazing job. Our schedule was packed and we were able to get a good taste of the most popular areas of Japan. Doing the trip through here allowed me to focus on things I wanted to do rather than logistics which were handled very well.

Antonio was a phenomenal guide. The trip itinerary was exquisite as well.

I absolutely love traveling with EF ultimate break. They have truly changed my life. They make everything so easy and being able to pay for flights through their payment plans is a game changer for me!!
I just recently got back from the Denmark, Sweden and Norway trip and had the time of my life and met a lot of amazing people. A few of us already have another trip booked together!

I just came back from my fourth trip with EFUB, while they have all been amazing, this trip was my absolute favorite one so far. Their Denmark, Sweden, and Norway trip is impeccable! We saw so many beautiful sights - throughout the whole trip but especially during the fjord cruise. Our group had an amazing dynamic which was made even better by our tour director, Alex.

I have booked several trips with EF Ultimate Break and see myself continuing to book with them. I am a very busy individual when it comes to my work schedule so having a company that I can trust to guide me in my travels has been the biggest help!
At times the trips can be very fast paced which isn't always my thing, but I appreciate their efforts in including as many experiences as possible into a trip. With that in mind when you look at their trips it is always safe to assume the activity level may be not quite properly assigned.
Overall the trips themselves, the fellow travelers they attract and the payment plans will keep me hooked with EF for years to come! I even plan to travel with their parent company EF Go Ahead Tours.

I'm not even joking... Book it! It was because of reviews like this one that I booked this trip in the first place and I hope this review motivates someone else to book it as well. This was my first EF trip and it was incredible from start to finish! Ange was an extraordinary guide and I am so glad I was in her group, we were tight knit and all connected so well together. The friends I made on this trip are truly remarkable human beings who I can't wait to travel with again!
I signed up for both the additional excursions and the Return to Machu Picchu was a remarkable, gorgeous experience that left me awestruck (even better than seeing it for the first time). The Pisco Sour Workshop is placed a little late on the itinerary as travellers have tried quite a few different piscos by the time it rolls around, but was still fun and memorable.
This is a busy trip and you see lots of different places and things, and you push off sleep to see as much as you possibly can. You come home with a new appreciation for Peruvian culture, cuisine, and history, as well as a overflowing camera roll and 30+ new friends. If that all sounds up your alley and you are ready for an adventure... BOOK THE TRIP!

I've been on 11 EFUB trips and I have to say that Morocco was one of the absolute best trips I have ever been on. Morocco is such a beautiful and diverse country with an even more beautiful and rich culture. Our tour director Rabie made the trip everything it was. He went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt accommodated for, comfortable, and safe. He was one of the most attentive TDs I've ever had and is so extremely knowledgeable and passionate about sharing his country and culture with us. If you get Rabie for your TD, you would be the absolute luckiest. The fact that our group size was one of the smallest I've ever had was also the best. We all became close so quickly and since there is a great mix of down time on this trip, we had so much time to relax and just get to know one another. There are a few long travel days in the middle of the trip on the bus, but are necessary to get from place to place and without them, we never would have saw such amazing places like the High Atlas Mountains, the gorges, and other landscapes. The rest of our days were jammed packed and even included extra activities like a hot air balloon ride over the desert! The optional cooking class was so worth the add-on. It was at the most beautiful resort in the middle of the desert and the tagine we cooked was delicious. I cannot recommend this trip enough - it truly exceeded all expectations and I know I will be back again.

This trip was amazing! Our guide was very informative and gave us an amazing experience. We fully felt part of the pura vida life style❤️

Took the trip with Jamie, who is one of the most strategic and amazing leaders - and the best tour director. This tour allowed me to meet so many incredible people from all over, and I already have another trip planned with a few people that I met from the group. Go solo! You’ll get to experience every aspect of Europe (the history, yummy food, nightlife, breathtaking views, culture, and most importantly the people). This trip changed my life!

EF is a fantastic tour company. Not only do they make you feel safe your entire trip, but they plan everything and ensure you have a wonderful time. If you’re looking for the best tour company out there, you’ve found it with EF!!

Last year, I had a fantastic experience traveling to Colomina. EF facilitated a seamless and stress-free travel arrangement. The excursions were truly remarkable, and I particularly enjoyed the group dynamics, as I forged numerous new friendships. I am eagerly anticipating my upcoming trip with EF, which is just one month away.

I have been on 3 EF Ultimate Break trips and I am in the process of booking a 4th and 5th! I began traveling with EF in 2018 and most recently I visited Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands. I cannot rave enough about the benefits of group travel and having all transportation, accommodations, and excursions booked for you! I love to stay busy on vacation and boy oh boy these trips pack in a lot of adventure!! On all three of my trips, the tour directors curated extra experiences for the group and made great recommendations on local restaurants/bars! For example, in Ecuador our TD, Jhayro, offered us the chance to do an optional day in the Amazon jungle instead of doing a free day in town. This was one of my favorite memories of the entire trip as we visited a remote village, ate local cuisine, and did a hike to an incredible waterfall/swim spot! From my experience, the TDs and EF have been great about making accommodations related to dietary needs. I have met life long friends through EF and will continue to travel with the group as long as I can!

I just finished my sixth trip with EF Ultimate Break (this time to Australia) and I can happily say they make travel so much easier than it is when I plan a trip myself. As someone who solo travels completely on my own, I'm used to having to be hyperaware of my plans and surroundings, so going on an EF trip is like a true vacation. Having a guide tell me when I need to be somewhere, transportation already figured out, and hotels already booked makes everything a million times easier and provides me with a smooth travel experience. Better yet, even if I start a trip by myself I always finish with a group of new friends, some of those friendships being so strong that we book new EF trips with each other.

I just finished the Active Ireland trip with EF and it was amazing. The accommodations for the most part, outside of Sligo, were very close to town centers and provided many options for free time. The rooms were clean and did the job since your only in the room to sleep. The hikes were amazing with Carrauntoohil being the most challenging but most rewarding hike. We got generally great weather which added to the experience. Gavin our tour guide provided our group a good atmosphere to connect and make friends easily which amplifies the fun had on this trip. If your making your decision to book this trip and your not sure, I’d say do it! It is extremely fun and Ireland is absolutely beautiful so go experience it!

Booking a second EF tour! I had such a great time in Colombia and EF put together an incredible itinerary, with an emphasis on amazing local guides and community-building with fellow travelers. Made some awesome friends and about to set off on my next EF trip to Egypt and Jordan. One to check off the bucket list!