custom Programs

the world as your classroom

We offer domestic and international experiential programs to make your lessons come alive. Itineraries are fully customizable from program length to learning outcomes. Whether you want to experience one of our established destinations or pioneer a new program, we are committed to creating the best educational travel program for your students.

Custom Programs Michigan by Global Routes

Michigan

Natural Building Program, Permaculture

5 Days to 2 weeks

Contribute your skills to a local building project while you learn more about sustainable design and permaculture practices.

Available All-Year Round

Tuition: Based on number of students, length & scope

Custom Program Ecuador by Global Routes

Ecuador

Ecological Sustainability, Indigenous Rights, Social justice

From 7 days

Ecuador is the most biologically diverse country on earth – and one of the most culturally diverse. Explore critical social justice issues through collaboration with indigenous advocacy organizations across the country.

Available All-Year Round

Tuition: Based on number of students, length & scope

Custom Programs Appalachian by Global Routes

Appalachian Mountains

Communication, Leadership Skills, Outdoor Skills, Wilderness Training

5 Days to 2 weeks

Experiential approach to building dynamic leadership skills through a wilderness training course.

Spring, Summer, Fall

Tuition: Based on number of students, length & scope

Custom Programs Arizona by Global Routes

Arizona Borderlands

Climate Change, Immigration, Legal System, Social justice, Wilderness

5 Days to 2 weeks

Take the experiential approach to understanding the migration issues across our Southern Border.

Available All-Year Round

Tuition: As from $1,995

custom program india by global routes

South India

Climate Solutions, Reforestation, Sustainability

10 days to 5 weeks

A deep dive into sustainable climate solutions in the heart of South India. Students live and learn on one of the world’s most creative and effective reforestation projects on the planet.

Year Around

Tuition: Based on number of students, length & scope

Custom Programs Costa Rica by Global Routes

Costa Rica

Cross-Cultural Immersion, Environmental Conservation, Global Competencies, Spanish Immersion

8 days to 6 weeks

Live and work with members of your host community as you gain a new appreciation for rural life and learn about the critical link between development and environmental protection.

Available All-Year Round

Tuition: Based on number of students, length & scope

custom program Tanzania by global routes

Tanzania

Deep Cross-Cultural Learning, Safari, Water Conservation

10 days to 8 weeks

Beyond its spectacular beauty, Tanzania’s warm, welcoming and loving people make it an ideal setting for self-discovery.

Year Round

Tuition: Based on number of students, length & scope

Custom Programs New Orleans by Global Routes

New Orleans

Culture, Environmental Sustainability, Revitalization, Social Entrepreneurship

5 Days to 3 weeks

New Orleans is a city with a rich and important history. It makes for an incredibly relevant and dynamic backdrop to study some of today’s most pressing issues while contributing to innovative solutions.

Recommended in the spring or fall

Tuition: Based on number of students, length & scope

Custom program Nepal by Global Routes

Nepal

Cross-Cultural Immersion, Himalayan Trek, Intro to Eastern Philosophy

12 days to 6 weeks

Nepal offers the adventurous traveler an unparalleled opportunity for exploration.

Year Around

Tuition: Based on number of students, length & scope

How to enroll

Take the first step here

We’re excited to collaborate with you! From ideation to delivery, our team of experiential education experts will make your lessons come alive, keep your students engaged, and provide unforgettable custom experiences! 

Submit your Custom Program Interest Form below to get started!

Submit your Custom Programs Interest form

If you’re curious about Global Routes, we encourage you to start your exploration with our Custom Programs Interest Form. It’s obligation-free and takes only a few minutes.

Global Routes Journey

FAQ

Focus on Social and Environmental Justice

    • Immersive experiences
    • Deep reflection and debrief
    • Rooted in the experiential education learning cycle
    • Authentic travel opportunities
    • Collaboration with local experts and innovators

Each custom program we design is unique and built from scratch. We can tailor any program to meet the unique interests, goals, dates, and budgets of our partners.

Global Routes is an industry leader in the field of experiential education. We have led over 10,000 students on immersive and transformative experiences abroad since 1967. Our primary mission is to support educators in their curriculum goals by facilitating exceptional global learning experiences.

In addition to offering 4-5 week open-enrollment summer programs for high school students, we also love working with schools, camps, and groups to design and develop custom programs and courses.

“Each year, students return from their Global Routes service immersion program with a thirst to travel, a broadened view of the world, and a new perspective on what really matters to them.”– Marta, Teacher and Director of Global Learning  

We design and deliver experiences for educators, administrators, and group leaders – basically anyone who has a group interested in experiential education as a modality for learning!

Start by completing our Custom Program Interest Form. From there, a staff member will reach out to you to learn more about your goals and offer more insights into the custom program process!

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