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PROJECT INTRODUCTION
SUPPORT
Details of Support
- The travel bus is equipped with WiFi, a bathroom, and air conditioning.
- Accommodation for the entire project includes 26 nights in hotels and 1 night in a hostel. You will share a room with a international friend participating in the project (up to 4 people per room depending on availability).
- Some meals included in the project schedule are 27 breakfasts and 7 dinners. Lunch and other meals not included in the detailed itinerary can be enjoyed individually according to your preferences.
- The round-trip ferry from Dover, UK to Calais, France may vary depending on the timing of your participation and local conditions.
Not Included
- Round-trip airfare
- Additional optional activity costs (e.g., paragliding, Venice gondola ride, Vatican tour, etc.)
- Other personal expenses and meal costs not included in the itinerary
* Please book your flights and transportation after confirming your participation in the project and receiving final departure schedule information.
PROJECT ACTIVITIES
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■ English Proficiency Requirement ★★☆☆☆
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■ Detailed Description of Project Activities
This project involves traveling by bus with friends from various countries around the world, exploring different countries and cities across Europe.
- Duration: 28 days
- Itinerary: United Kingdom (London), France (Paris), Italy (Florence/Rome/Venice), Denmark (Copenhagen), Germany (Berlin), Hungary (Budapest), Netherlands (Amsterdam), and other locations in 12 European countries.
* The duration of participation in this project may vary depending on the participant's schedule, which could lead to changes in the visit and stay schedule for 1-2 locations.
■ Activities
- Travel across Europe on a private bus.
- The itinerary includes city tours, winery visits, exploration of world heritage sites, brewery tours, and cheese farm visits. (See detailed schedule)
- Travel with 40-55 young travelers (ages 18-35) from various countries such as Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Japan, and more.
- There will be approximately 2-3 themed parties during the trip, which you can choose to attend freely.
* The schedule for themed parties may vary depending on local conditions.
■ Other Important Notes
- This project starts in London, UK (around 4:45 AM) or Amsterdam, Netherlands (around 6:00 PM), and ends in London, UK (around 6:30 PM).
The end time may be slightly delayed depending on local traffic conditions.
- If you book transportation (airplane, bus, train, etc.) and accommodation for personal schedules before or after the project, please be mindful of the project start and end times.
- There are various optional activities (additional costs apply) such as paragliding in Austria, gondola rides in Venice, and Vatican tours.
You can participate in these activities freely, and the costs can be paid on-site.
- A professional tour manager and driver will accompany the project.
If you have any questions about the project or tourist sites, feel free to ask for assistance.
- Before applying, please review the detailed project schedule and terms.
INSTITUTION INTRODUCTION
Established in 1962, this organization is a global travel service company headquartered in Switzerland, offering over 290 multinational travel programs in 47 countries worldwide. These travel programs have an age limit (18-35 years), creating a dynamic and vibrant atmosphere typical of young travelers. For the past 50 years, they have been dedicated to creating authentic travel experiences for young people from Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Canada, major European countries, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, and other countries.
* Multinational travel: This involves experiencing more than one country and culture, rather than traveling within a single country and culture.
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[Institution Story] 'Gap Year' – Discovering New Business Opportunities In 1961, a young New Zealander named John Anderson went to London for a European trip. With a limited budget, he thought it would be better to travel with others rather than alone. He rented a minibus and started gathering people to join the trip. (This was before the era of social media!) He completed a 12-week European tour with the young travelers he gathered and had an amazing time. Unable to forget this experience, John Anderson planned another European trip, this time forming two teams to travel together. Through his European travels, John Anderson discovered the business of bus tours and went on to establish a global travel company. Today, this company has become the largest travel agency in the world, creating a travel culture for young travelers.
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ACCOMMODATION INTRODUCTION
| Double room share / Breakfast and dinner according to the detailed schedule / Wi-Fi |
LOCATION INTRODUCTION
Location: Western Europe
Western Europe
Western Europe has been leading economic, cultural, and social trends from the Industrial Revolution to the present day. Although geographically not very large, Europe is home to many countries, each with its own unique culture, offering a plethora of sights. Due to its distinctive culture, rich attractions and food, and advanced cultural systems, Europe is one of the most popular backpacking destinations for Koreans. Additionally, depending on how you plan your trip, you can experience various types of travel such as fairy tale tours, winery tours, the Santiago pilgrimage, countryside exploration, and festival visits, making it a destination you won’t tire of visiting multiple times.
Who Can Participate
- Anyone aged 18 to 35
- Anyone who wants to experience European culture all at once
- Anyone who can communicate in English at a basic level
- Anyone who wants to improve their English conversation skills
- Anyone who wants to make friends from around the world
- Anyone who wants to experience diverse cultures
- Anyone who doesn’t want to travel alone
- Anyone who wants a safe and comfortable trip in Europe
SCHEDULE AND PRICES
■ Participation Fee
★ Special Discount for Gap Year Members! Minimum $4,937 ~ Maximum $5,551 → Minimum about $4,897 ~ Maximum about $5,511
- Minimum Participation Period: 28 days
This project has fluctuating prices depending on the project start date and payment date.
For detailed pricing, please contact Korea Gap Year (koreagapyear@gmail.com) with your desired participation date.
(This is a project where the sooner you apply, the more discount you get. If you’re interested, it’s best to apply right away!)
■ Payment Plan
Pay a deposit of 500,000 won and settle the remaining balance within 2 weeks. Based on the deposit confirmation date, the process for confirming participation and availability will proceed. This will confirm participation and availability.
* For participation on your desired dates and periods, it is important to secure your spot quickly! (Refunds are not available once participation is confirmed) (Participation is confirmed upon deposit, and the balance must be paid within 2 weeks. For immediate participation, a 100% project fee must be paid if the start date is approaching.)
* For urgent cases, the project fee must be paid in full if the start date is approaching.
* For more details, you can check the "Project Detailed Schedule and Terms" material.
■ Emergency Application Guidance
All Gap Year projects are recommended to be applied for at least 3 months before the project start date due to the standard procedures and preparation time. Applications are accepted up to 2 months before the project start date. However, in urgent cases where immediate participation is necessary, you can use the emergency application service for an additional fee to expedite the process.
* We will assist in speeding up the process as much as possible, but please note that there will be basic processing times with local agencies and for participation confirmation. Participants using the emergency application service must actively cooperate with the Korea Gap Year Operations Team.
** Emergency application services can be selected from the options above. For inquiries regarding the emergency application service, please contact koreagapyear@gmail.com.
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- Provided Services: Automatic application for Gap Year missions and notes / Full provision of OT materials upon participation confirmation / Additional urgent staffing / Support for necessary documents, etc.
* If you have difficulty calculating dates, please refer to Naver’s date calculator >> Naver Date Calculator
**Note: In the case of extremely urgent applications, there may be no available spots due to local circumstances. Follow-up procedures will be conducted according to Gap Year’s refund policy. Participants are responsible for any issues arising from non-cooperation.
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End Date |
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November 20, 2023 |
December 17, 2023 |
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December 18, 2023 |
January 14, 2024 |
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January 8, 2024 |
February 4, 2024 |
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February 5, 2024 |
March 3, 2024 |
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April 22, 2024 |
May 19, 2024 |
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June 3, 2024 |
June 30, 2024 |
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June 24, 2024 |
July 21, 2024 |
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July 15, 2024 |
August 11, 2024 |
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August 12, 2024 |
September 8, 2024 |
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September 16, 2024 |
October 13, 2024 |
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October 14, 2024 |
November 10, 2024 |
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November 18, 2024 |
December 15, 2024 |
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December 16, 2024 |
January 12, 2025 |
* The total travel duration is 27 nights and 28 days. (The duration may vary depending on local conditions and seasons)
* The schedule is updated as of September 2023.
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