EF Go Ahead Tours Unveils Biggest Sale of the Year with Black Friday Travel Deals Up to $1,200 and New Ways to Explore the World

• All-month savings: Save up to $800 per person on departures through 2028, with bigger, limited-time offers throughout November
• Black Friday Priority Access: Get early access to deals and save up to $800 per person, plus combinable offers, through November 2
• New tours and experiences: Explore new itineraries from EF Go Ahead Tours' first-ever Uzbekistan tour to live event departures like Spain's solar eclipse or college football in Dublin

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- EF Go Ahead Tours, a leading tour operator offering guided travel experiences for individuals, families, and groups, today announced its 2026 Black Friday travel deals alongside new tours, including its first-ever Uzbekistan itinerary and a lineup of special event departures spanning college football, Oktoberfest, and a total solar eclipse.

Throughout November, travelers can save up to $800 per person plus price lock on select tours and dates, with a series of themed deal drops culminating in Black Friday savings of up to $1,200 on tours worldwide and 25 percent off all tours on Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday. Travelers can get a head start—and enjoy the best selection of tours and departure dates—by signing up for Black Friday Priority Access by November 2 to unlock savings of up to $800 per person, plus combinable offers.

EF Go Ahead Tours' Black Friday sale includes:

• Black Friday Priority Access (through Nov. 2): Save up to $800 per person, plus combinable sign-up offers.
• Black Friday Sale (all November): Save up to $800 per person, plus a price lock on select tours and dates.
• Black Friday Solo Deal (Nov. 8-11): Save up to $1,100 on solo travel, including dedicated Solo Tours and extra savings on private rooms.
• Black Friday BOGO Deal (Nov. 13-16): Book one tour and get the second tour 50% off.
• Black Friday Deal (Nov. 20-23): Save up to $1,000 on select departures.
• Black Friday (Nov. 27): Save up to $1,200 on tours around the world, with savings of up to $800 continuing Nov. 28–29.
• Cyber Monday (Nov. 30) and Travel Tuesday (Dec. 1): Save up to 25% off all tours.

"Black Friday is when many of our travelers plan their next adventure, whether that means booking a trip for the year ahead, looking further into the future or finally saying yes to a journey they've been dreaming about," said Lael Kassis, Vice President of Market Innovation & Development at EF Go Ahead Tours. "This year, we're offering more reasons than ever to explore, from the growing appeal of the Silk Road in Uzbekistan to once-in-a-lifetime experiences like Oktoberfest and college football in Dublin. Whether it's your first tour with us or your 80th, Black Friday is a great opportunity to find your next adventure."

Alongside its Black Friday sale, EF Go Ahead Tours is giving travelers new ways to explore the world with new departures, including:

EF Go Ahead Tours' First Uzbekistan and Silk Road Tour

Highlights of Uzbekistan: Tashkent, Samarkand & Bukhara is EF Go Ahead Tours' first-ever Uzbekistan tour: a 14-day small-group Silk Road journey for 12 to 22 travelers, starting at $5,999 USD*, with the first departure in October 2027. With visa-free entry available to U.S. travelers, Khiva named to National Geographic's Best of the World 2026 list and Tashkent featured on Condé Nast Traveler's Best Places to Go in Asia 2026 list, Uzbekistan is emerging as an appealing alternative to traditional European destinations. According to Uzbekistan's Tourism Committee, the country welcomed 10.3 million visitors in 2026 so far, up 20% from 2025. Beginning in Istanbul, the itinerary follows the historic Silk Road through Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva, with immersive experiences including artisan papermaking, a family-hosted cooking demonstration and a traditional folklore show. Travelers can also add a six-night Kyrgyzstan & Kazakhstan extension and an optional Tajikistan excursion to explore up to four Central Asian countries on one itinerary.

Live Event Tours: Total Solar Eclipse, College Football and Oktoberfest

Live event tourism, estimated to generate $2.9–$3 trillion in tourism impact, is shifting travel planning from destination-first to experience-first. EF Go Ahead Tours offers special departures built around once-in-a-lifetime live events, with trips now available for 2027 and 2028:

• Grand Tour of Spain: Total Solar Eclipse (July 25 to Aug. 7, 2027; from $4,669 USD*): Witness the total solar eclipse in Andalusia, while experiencing Spain's vibrant culture, from the art and architecture of Barcelona and Seville to Madrid's museums and the sun-drenched beaches of the Costa del Sol.
• College Football in Ireland: Dublin to Belfast (Aug. 26 to Sept. 3, 2027; from $4,099 USD*): Watch the University of Pittsburgh play the University of Wisconsin-Madison at the Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin, then explore Ireland's cliffs, cathedrals and cozy pubs, from Kilkenny to Belfast.
• Oktoberfest in Germany (2027 and 2028 departures; from $4,629 USD*): Experience the legendary Oktoberfest in Munich while exploring more of Europe, including on the new Oktoberfest: Switzerland, Germany & Italy itinerary. Travel from the Swiss Alps to Venice, taking in the twinkling waters of Lake Lucerne, raising a stein in Munich, and admiring the soaring cupolas of St. Mark's Basilica.
• New Year's Eve in Europe or South America (2026, 2027, and 2028 departures; from $3,399 USD*): Ring in the new year in Paris, London, Florence, Rome, Madrid, or Lima on one of nine New Year's Eve tours, with 2026 departures still open for this year's holidays.

New 2027 Guided Tours from EF Go Ahead Tours

EF Go Ahead Tours' new itineraries, including seasonal and themed tours, give travelers even more ways to make the experience itself the destination. Highlights include:

• Fall Foliage in New England: Watch New England's peaks and valleys come alive in crimson and gold on Fall Foliage Tour: Vermont to Massachusetts (from $4,249 USD*) or Canada & New England: Quebec, Vermont & Boston (from $4,999 USD*).
• Train Tours in Europe and North America: Make the journey the experience with EF Go Ahead's signature collection of train tours, recently expanded with seven new itineraries (from $3,849 USD*)—from gazing at Switzerland's Alpine lakes aboard the Bernina Express to climbing toward Germany's highest peak on the Zugspitze cogwheel train.
• Halloween in Europe: Trace Halloween back to its ancient roots in the festival of Samhain on the new Traditions of Halloween: London, Edinburgh & Dublin (from $4,599 USD*). Enjoy a murder mystery dinner at London's centuries-old Ashridge House, wind through Edinburgh's shadowy closes and underground vaults, and end in Dublin with the Puca Festival's Samhain Fire Ceremony.
• Solo Safari in Kenya: Join a small group of solo travelers (6 to 12, each with a private room) on the Kenya Wildlife Safari for Solo Travelers (from $5,069 USD*), tracking the Big Five in Amboseli and the Maasai Mara, with a new 3-night Mount Kenya region post-extension.
• Fire & Ice in Iceland: Go all the way around the island on the Iceland: The Golden Circle & Ring Road (from $6,169 USD*) from iceberg-filled glacier lagoons and lava caves to geothermal baths. A new two-night pre-tour extension offers more time to explore the Snæfellsnes Peninsula from Reykjavik.
• Bulgaria, Serbia & Romania: Go beyond the usual European itinerary on the Bulgaria, Serbia & Romania itinerary (from $3,669 USD*), a journey through three countries rich in history, striking architecture and Balkan traditions—with a new two-night pre-tour extension in Sofia giving travelers more time to explore Bulgaria's capital.
• Highlights of Scotland & Ireland: Pair the medieval charm of Scotland and Ireland on the Highlights of Scotland & Ireland: Edinburgh to Dublin (from $3,629 USD*) with a new three-night London pre-tour extension.

*Tour pricing is land only. EF Go Ahead pricing includes expert Tour Director guidance on each tour, handpicked accommodations, immersive sightseeing experiences, and select meals. Travelers can also book flights, airport transfers, and "cancel for any reason" insurance directly through EF Go Ahead Tours for a seamless travel experience for an additional cost. Select Black Friday deals apply.

To learn more about EF Go Ahead Tours' Black Friday deals, visit https://www.goaheadtours.com/travel-deals/black-friday.

An EPIC way to explore the world.

EF Go Ahead tours are designed for modern travelers balancing a global bucket list with busy schedules and a desire for meaningful exploration while truly immersing themselves in one of the more than two hundred guided trips across six continents we offer.

Each itinerary offers:

• Dedicated Tour Director who handles travel logistics, fosters on-tour community, and brings each destination to life through cultural insight.
• Guided sightseeing with guaranteed entrance to iconic, hard-to-book sites and landmarks that are difficult to access independently.
• A range of activity levels for exploration that fits your travel style.
• Fun, interactive experiences – from culinary tastings and wine pairings to Irish step dancing and hands-on cultural activities – that bring each destination to life.
• 24/7 traveler care focused on traveler support, travel safety, and on-tour operational support
• Interest-free monthly payment plans and low-down payments making travel in the Americas or overseas possible for all.

EF Go Ahead Tours Best Price Guarantee

Have the confidence that the price of your tour is the best price. EF Go Ahead's Best Price Guarantee is valid at the time of booking for new reservations and applies to the price of the tour including airfare and after the value of any promotional offer or discount is applied. Learn more about the Best Price Guarantee https://www.goaheadtours.com/about/terms. 

EF Go Ahead Tours Referral Program: Give $100, Get $100

The new referral program offers travelers an easy way to connect and invite friends, family members, and fellow adventurers to experience a guided group tour for themselves.

How it works: Give $100. Get $100.

• Refer a friend: Any traveler who has taken a trip with or is currently booked on tour with EF Go Ahead Tours, EF Ultimate Break, or EF Adventures can now share a personal referral link via email, text, social media, or their respective EF World Journeys mobile app. Friends must be new to EF World Journeys, 18 or older, and have a valid email address to qualify.
• Both travelers earn $100: When the referred traveler books, both receive $100 in travel credit. Rewards are issued 60 days after booking confirmation, and referrals must book within six months.
• Earn $1,000 when you hit your fifth referral: Referring travelers earn $100 for each of their first four successful referrals, plus an additional $600 payout for their fifth referral—bringing their total earnings to $1,000. There is no limit to how many referrals can be made, and rewards never expire.

Learn more: https://www.goaheadtours.com/about/referrals.

Are you a travel advisor?

EF Go Ahead Tours—alongside its sister brands EF Ultimate Break and EF Adventures—is now working with travel advisors and travel agencies across the EF World Journeys portfolio, giving advisors access to the full range of guided, experiential travel for adults — including EF Go Ahead's Black Friday sale. Interested advisors can sign up or learn more about commission details, partnership opportunities and exclusive advisor resources. Sign up to learn more by visiting: https://www.goaheadtours.com/travel-advisors.

About EF Go Ahead Tours
EF Go Ahead Tours is a guided group travel company that has offered expertly crafted itineraries around the world for more than 30 years. EF Go Ahead Tours offers 250+ guided tours across six continents. Each carefully planned, expertly-led tour makes it easy for curious travelers of all ages to get to the heart of a destination. With a maximum group size well below the industry average, each trip has the perfect balance of planned sightseeing and free time to explore.

EF Go Ahead Tours is a tour operator brand within EF World Journeys, one of North America's leading guided, experiential travel companies.

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