Travelling with Young Children

Inspiration for your own tailor-made trip

Children really are the ideal travellers: naturally curious, they’re keen to meet others, swap ideas and come back with horizons broadened. Just the right age to creep through a rainforest canopy, drop in on a Chinese school, experience the thrills of safari, or sprawl on a beach. Go by plane, for a great adventure; by car, with GPS and car seats; or by train for total ease. Take a look at our travel ideas for child friendly holidays, complete with bespoke Sharky and George backpacks filled specially for every child. Memories are made of this!

A Family City Break in Berlin - Four Days of Food and Fun

Enjoy a family-friendly long weekend in Berlin, soaking in its pretty parks, vibrant café scene and fun-filled attractions

4 days, from £1000 to £1350

A Family Road Trip Through Spain & Portugal - Coastal Charm, Countryside Calm and City Scenes

Round up the family for this 15-day road trip through Spain and Portugal, from bustling Bilbao to beautiful Burgos

15 days, from £1450 to £1900

Lanzarote with the Family - Volcanoes, Coastlines and Island Life

Treat the whole family to an eight-day getaway in Lanzarote, from Macher to San Bartolome

8 days, from £1450 to £2150

Family Island-Hopping Adventure in the Balearic Islands

Discover the wonderful landscapes of the Balearics, including wild coastline, picturesque villages and unspoilt hinterland

8 days, from £1485 to £2430

Exploring Stockholm and Dalarna - A Family Adventure to Sweden

Embark on a week-long family adventure to Sweden, travelling from the buzzing capital to Dalarna’s natural landscapes by car

8 days, from £1550 to £2000

A Family Adventure in the Norwegian Fjords - Hiking, Biking & Scenic Sightseeing

Spend the summer making memories across Norway, travelling east to west between forests, mountains and fjords

10 days, from £1900 to £2850

An Andalucia Adventure - A Family Road Trip from Seville to the Coast

Treat the family to an eight-day Andalucian adventure, on a road trip from Seville to the coast

8 days, from £1900 to £2400

A Family Adventure in Guadeloupe - Creole Culture & Island Charms

Combine the lively Creole culture of Grande-Terre with the serene hills of Basse-Terre

8 days, from £2000 to £2800

A Family Escape to the Algarve - Castles, Beaches and Sunsets off the Beaten Track

Escape to the Algarve for a family adventure, full of secluded beaches, spectacular sunsets and fresh seafood 

10 days, from £2000 to £2750

Marrakech & the Moroccan Desert - Secrets of the Medina and Desert Camping

Enjoy the perfect balance of city buzz and desert calm as you travel across Marrakech and the Agafay Desert

6 days, from £2100 to £2750

Family Athens Adventure - Culture, Cuisine and Creativity in the Greek Capital

Experience the all-encompassing energy of Athens on this five-day family adventure, soaking up the city’s storied splendour in a fun and engaging way

5 days, from £2100 to £2700

Family Fun in Cyprus - A Week of Sun, Sea & Sightseeing

Spend a sun-soaked week in Cyprus with the family, making the most of its year-round sunshine

8 days, from £2150 to £2750

Family Summer in Crete - Sea, Mountains and Greek Mythology

Immerse the whole family in the charm, seclusion and rich history of Crete on this 11-day island adventure

11 days, from £2300 to £4250

Pretty Panoramas from Ontario to Quebec - A Family Summer in Eastern Canada

Journey through Toronto, Ottawa, Quebec City and Montreal, making family memories in Canada's greatest cities and most beautiful landscapes

15 days, from £2500 to £3350

Family Adventure in Oman - From Desert Dunes to Coastal Fun

Treat the whole family to nine days in Oman, hopping from Muscat’s city sights to sweeping desert dunes

9 days, from £2600 to £3650

Family Adventure on the Yucatan Peninsula - Mayan Cities and Yucatan Beaches

Introduce the whole family to Mexico’s vibrant Yucatan Peninsula, from clear seas to lively colonial towns

12 days, from £2650 to £3900

Family Fun in Grenada - Beachfront Bliss and Island Adventures

Dive into fun-filled island life on this week-long family adventure

8 days, from £2800 to £3600

A Winter Family Holiday to Myanmar

We regret that we are currently not selling trips to Myanmar. We hope for a swift resolution to the ongoing troubles so that we can once again help you discover this beautiful destination.

14 days, from £2815 to £3930

The Ultimate October Half-Term - A Family Adventure in Morocco

Spend some quality time together as a family on this action-packed tour of Morocco

9 days, from £2950 to £3800

A Family Foray into Thailand - City Scenes, Rainforest Rambles & Idyllic Islands

Pair the buzz of the capital with the remote radiance of the south on this two-week family holiday in Thailand

13 days, from £3000 to £4150

A Family Summer Adventure in Slovenia - Alpine Wonders, Brown Bears & Azure Lakes

Fill the family scrapbook with summer memories across ten days of mountain highs, lakeside fun and city adventures in Slovenia

10 days, from £3000 to £4000

A Family Summer Road Trip in Denmark - Wild Islands & Coastal Cottages

Combine windswept beaches in rural Denmark and city exploring in Copenhagen on this 12-day summer trip

12 days, from £3050 to £3950

Crete out of Season - Iconic Sites without the Crowds

Sidestep the summer crowds with this eight-day off-season sojourn in Crete, exploring a trifecta of historic coastal cities

8 days, from £3100 to £4000

Family Fun in Bali - Rice Fields, Culture and Coastline

Rally the family for a two-week adventure in Bali, weaving from Ubud's rice fields through Belimbing's countryside to Jimbaran Bay’s beachy finale

14 days, from £3100 to £4000

Volcanoes, Rainforests and Exotic Wildlife - A Family Road Trip Across Costa Rica

Enjoy a nature-inspired family road trip across Costa Rica, taking in dramatic volcanoes and exotic wildlife

13 days, from £3100 to £4050

Family Fun in the Seychelles - Island Life on Mahe and Praslin

Treat the whole family to 13 days in the Seychelles, hopping between the tropical islands of Mahe and Praslin

13 days, from £3100 to £4250

A Family Adventure Discovering Costa Rica’s Wild Side - From Jungle and Volcano Adventures to Relaxed Pacific Beach Days

Treat the whole family to 13 days in Costa Rica, swapping screens for volcano hikes, jungle wildlife and beach time on the Pacific Coast

13 days, from £3135 to £4195

Family Fun in Florida - Miami, the Keys, Naples and Orlando

Set your sights on the Sunshine State for 12 days of family fun across a thrilling trifecta of city buzz, island calm and one iconic amusement park

12 days, from £3150 to £4350

A Croatia Family Holiday - Sailing Escapades, Medieval Wonders & Island Bliss

Make family memories on this 11-day trip filled with boats, beaches and medieval wonders

11 days, from £3150 to £4050

Festive Family Fun in Finnish Lapland - Christmas Magic, Husky Sleds & Aurora Chasing

Treat your family to a five-day festive foray into Finnish Lapland, filled with Christmas magic and wintry wonder

5 days, from £3150 to £4050

Storied Streets, Picturesque Paddies & Cultural Crafts - Vietnam With Your Children

Grab your sunhats and rally the family for two weeks of action-packed adventure in northern Vietnam

14 days, from £3200 to £4300

From Naples to Sorrento - An Italian Family Getaway

Embark on a six-day family getaway through Naples, Pompeii and Sorrento

6 days, from £3250 to £4200

Creepy Castles, Vampires and Bears - A Family Holiday to Romania

Spend a fun evening in Bucharest

7 days, from £3290 to £5255

City Buzz, Hilltop Hikes & Wildlife Encounters - Family Fun in Southern Australia

Strap in for two-weeks of family fun in southern Australia, pairing two iconic cities with plenty of nature and wildlife

14 days, from £3300 to £4500

Nature Trails & Wildlife Watching - A Family Summer Holiday to Vancouver Island

Journey from the Sunshine Coast to Vancouver Island on a family summer road trip through forests, golden beaches and cities

14 days, from £3350 to £4500

Los Angeles to the Grand Canyon - Summer Family Adventure in Western USA

Hit the road for a 17-day family adventure through the American West, enjoying wide-open roads and unforgettable views along the way

17 days, from £3450 to £4800

State Parks and Scenic Drives - Family Road Trip Through the American West

Unveil Utah (with a pinch of Arizona) during this two-week tour of extraordinary landscapes and abundant natural beauty

14 days, from £3650 to £5400

Sri Lanka's Wild South - A Family Safari & Beach Adventure

Discover Sri Lanka’s southern coast and wild plains on a family holiday that balances beach time, blue whales and big-game safari

10 days, from £3700 to £4800

A Family Holiday to Brazil - Rio, Iguacu and the Beaches of Bahia

Experience the best of Brazil’s city, nature and beaches on this two-week family adventure

12 days, from £3850 to £5000

A Family Adventure in Borneo - Wildlife Wonders and Beach Bliss

Enjoy two weeks of quality family time on this adventure to Malaysian Borneo

13 days, from £3850 to £5000

Pint-Sized Puglia - A Luxurious Family Getaway

Enjoy eight fun-filled family days in Puglia, combining beach bliss, beautiful towns and unforgettable food

8 days, from £3900 to £6300

The Ultimate Family Summer Holiday in Indonesia - Surf Sessions, Tropical Reefs & Sun-Soaked Shores

Treat the family to a 15-day summer adventure in Indonesia, packed with surfing, snorkelling and island-hopping fun

15 days, from £3900 to £5600

A Family Road Trip Along the Coast of France - Sailing Escapades, Medieval Castles & Ancient Wonders

Treat the family to an 18-day road trip from Normandy’s wild shores to the storybook villages of Provence

18 days, from £3900 to £5100

Italian Lakes, Slovenian Scenery & Croatian Coast - A European Family Road Trip

Buckle up for 16 days of family fun on this epic road trip between Italy, Slovenia and Croatia

16 days, from £4000 to £5200

A Family Adventure Across New Zealand - Volcanic Wonders, Maori Traditions & Alpine Thrills

Go big on family fun with two weeks of action-packed adventures in New Zealand

15 days, from £4000 to £4750

From the Pacific to the Rockies - A Family Trip Across Western Canada

Enjoy a 17-day family road trip across Western Canada as you journey from Vancouver to Banff, passing through its most spectacular landscapes

17 days, from £4050 to £5100

Summer in Montenegro and Croatia - A Family Road Trip Through the Balkans

Soak up two weeks of summer fun on a family road trip across Montenegro and Croatia

14 days, from £4100 to £5300

Boston to Cape Cod - A Family Adventure in New England

Gather the family for this two-week road trip through New England’s city buzz, coastal chill and lush landscapes

14 days, from £4150 to £5500

Northern Madagascar with the Family - Local Life, Lush Landscapes & Lemurs

Spend two weeks in the tropical treasure trove of northern Madagascar as a family

15 days, from £4250 to £5450

From Fjords to Volcanoes - A Family Adventure in Iceland

Travel through Iceland on this ten-day family-friendly road trip, discovering towering volcanoes, glaciers and sparkling lakes

10 days, from £4400 to £5700

City Action and Island Chill - Family Fun in Los Angeles and Hawaii

Live the Californian dream and discover Hawaiian paradise on this 16-day journey from Los Angeles to Oahu, Maui and the Pacific coast

16 days, from £4450 to £5750

The Best of The West - An Australian Family Getaway

Explore the best of Western Australia on this two-week family adventure, from the bright city lights of Perth to the colourful delights of Ningaloo Reef

15 days, from £4500 to £5200

A Family Escape to Kerala - City Sights, Tea Plantations and Tropical Shores

Treat the whole family to 17 days in Kerala, travelling from sensory-filled cities and misty tea hills to golden beaches

16 days, from £4600 to £5950

Family Ranching in the American West - Experience cowboy culture and the rhythms of ranch life

Live the cowboy life for 15 days on a family ranch holiday, with hands-on adventures and classic Western experiences

15 days, from £4750 to £7550

Bali and Komodo - A Grand Family Adventure

Rally the family for two weeks of thrills in two of Indonesia’s most captivating regions, pairing bustling Bali with cool Komodo

15 days, from £5100 to £6600

Japan through the Eyes of a Child - Mangamania and Samurai

Explore Japan as a family from the bustling streets of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka to the wild landscapes of the Japanese Alps

14 days, from £5200 to £6750

A Wild Family Adventure Across Argentina - City Streets, Patagonian Peaks & Jungle Trails

Treat the whole family to 13 days in Argentina, beginning in the vibrant capital before exploring the country’s wild side

13 days, from £5500 to £7200

Musical Moments, Southern Food & the Great Smoky Mountains - Family Road Trip through the Deep South

Hit the road for 14 days with your family on a Deep South adventure, filled with music and culture

14 days, from £5550 to £8850

Historical Egypt Aboard a Steamship - From the Pyramids and to the Nile

Explore the historical sites of Egypt on this family adventure, from the bustling hub of Cairo to the storied streets of Luxor

9 days, from £5900 to £7650