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Gap Year Programs in Multiple Countries

Traveling around the world is only for lottery winners and private jet owners, right? Nope! Sometimes your wanderlust takes over and you need to find a way to pack your backpack, board a plane, and pound your feet down dusty roads all over the world. Around the world gap year programs can be your chance to see places you’ve only dreamed about—until now! Whether you take the train through Europe exploring new languages and cultures or cross oceans from South America’s rainforests to the deserts of Africa, you can find the gap year in multiple countries that’s the perfect fit for you while scratching that travel itch!

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Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

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Semester at Sea

Semester at Sea: Global Study Abroad on a Floating Campus

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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

Top Animal Welfare Volunteer Programs & Internships Abroad

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Pacific Discovery
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Pacific Discovery

New Zealand & Australia Gap Semester | Pacific Discovery

Immerse yourself in New Zealand and Australia's extraordinary lan...

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Carpe Diem Education

Southeast Asia Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year

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EF Gap Year
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EF Gap Year

EF Gap Semester: 10-Week Programs in Multiple Destinations

Embark on a unique global experience in 10 weeks. An EF Gap Semes...

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Gapforce

Southeast Asia Explorer with Gapforce

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Cultural Homestay International

World Explorers Program - English Language Volunteer Abroad

Our host families volunteer to open their homes to you and welcom...

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Volunteer World

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International Medical Aid (IMA)
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International Medical Aid (IMA)

Dentistry/Pre-Dentistry Shadowing & Clinical Experience

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Oyster Worldwide

Southeast Asia Backpacking Tour

Travel to Southeast Asia for a 13-day, 20-day, or 31-day adventur...

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Projects Abroad

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Intern Abroad HQ
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Intern Abroad HQ

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Art History Abroad
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Art History Abroad

12-week Gap Year Semester Course

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March 13, 2025by: Cara Christie - United KingdomProgram: Southeast Asia Explorer with Gapforce
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I had an even better time than I could have imagined. I met some amazing people and definitely made the most incredible memories. I feel like the trip was a good mixture of fun and also cultural enrichment. It was the perfect start to my gap year travels.

A Guide to Gap Year in Multiple Countries

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The beauty of a gap year in multiple countries is that you can create the travel adventure of your dreams by combining whichever places most appeal to your interests. There are organized programs for gap years in multiple countries that take you through neighboring regions or all across the world, or you can combine gap year programs abroad to make your own adventure. Here are some popular regions for planning around the world gap year programs.

Western Europe. “Backpacking around Europe” is a traditional gap year right of passage, and taking the train through France, Italy, Spain, and their surrounding countries discovering art, architecture, and food will have you following in the footsteps of decades of gappers. More modern versions of gap year travel throughout Western Europe include language immersion programs, internships, and work-abroad programs that help you build your resume while giving you plenty of time to grab an instagram-worthy gelato.

Central America. From English-speaking Belize to the rainforests and beaches of Costa Rica, Central America is a popular destination for travel gap year programs offering access to a number of countries. With short distances and no language barriers across borders, Central America provides great opportunities for those interested in nature and conservation, tourism, and Latin American art and literature while exploring the volcanoes, canals, beaches, and other amazing landscapes of Central America. 

Southeast Asia. Those interested in multi country tours will find lots of love in Southeast Asia, a popular circuit for backpackers and budget travelers and a new staple of travel gap year programs. With an easy travel infrastructure across borders, a large travel community, and affordable housing and meals, Southeast Asia can be a great place to do a gap year in multiple countries.

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