Looking to share your love of travel with the next generation? Our small-group family adventures are designed for fun and discovery, blending iconic sights with unique, hands-on experiences in extraordinary destinations.
We believe that travel opens minds – especially for children. Whether you’re learning about ancient Egypt while sailing down the Nile, spotting wildlife in the rainforests of Costa Rica or immersing yourself in India’s vibrant cultures, Explore’s range of adventure vacations offer unforgettable, educational adventures. Every family adventure is led by an expert local tour leader, chosen for their knowledge, passion and experience with families. One of the best parts of traveling on a small group Family Adventure is the camaraderie – the opportunity to share your experiences with other families and make new friends. Never been on a small group family tour? We've answered some the most-asked questions about how they work.
Forget big tourist buses and watching from the sidelines. Our guided family adventures will see you join a small group of just 12 to 18 people. This allows you to enjoy a flexible and hands-on experience. Traveling in a small group gives you the opportunity to explore the heart of your destination with a range of activities and excursions that simply aren’t possible with larger groups. Whether you’re a single-parent family, traveling with one child or bringing the extended family – everybody’s invited! Our award-winning tour leaders take care of all the logistics, so you're free to enjoy yourselves and your time together as a family. How old are children on family adventure vacations?
The average age of children on Explore’s small group vacations vary, but each trip page shows the average age for each trip. Many trips do feature a minimum age for safety reasons, though this again varies by destination and itinerary. If you'd like to know more about the people already booked onto a certain departure (family size, age of children etc), give us a call and we can help you choose a trip with similar aged children. Are there any child discounts? Yes, for 2025 we offer a discounted price for children aged 16 and under on our range of family group tours. It’s a great way to save on your next adventure. Find out more in our blog post that answers top questions for your first-time family adventure, , including trip pace, downtime and accommodation.
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