Discover Why Backroads Is #1 in Family Travel
Parenting is a fantastic ride full of twists and turns — and not much time to rest in between. When it’s time to hit pause on the day-to-day and pack in some quality family fun, we know the stakes are high. You want unforgettable, not just fine. A vacation that gets a 10-out-of-10 from everyone? That’s where we come in. All the logistics handled and every detail nailed down so you can just show up and all feel like kids again.
Trips for All Ages & Stages
Trips for All Ages & Stages
Families with Kids & Teens
For ages: 7–17 (4+ welcome)
Discover the magic of family adventures in the great outdoors, with time together, time apart and a built-in community of fun-loving travelers. A dedicated Kids Adventure Leader for activities like horseback riding, rock climbing and more while adults connect and explore further. Swim and play at the world’s best hotels, and make lifelong friends and memories. For every member of all kinds of families, from grade schoolers to grandparents!
For kids 7-9, check out our specially recommended trips.
For kids younger than 7, some activities have minimum age requirements that may require a parent to hang back . See a list of all age restrictions here or call 800-462-2848 for more details.
Families with Teens & 20s
For ages: 16+ (siblings 14+ welcome)
Busy schedules, varied interests and a touch of independence – sound familiar? These trips are perfect for families looking to reconnect and inspire the whole crew. Share unforgettable experiences, make new friends and strengthen family ties as you explore the world together.
Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond
For ages: 20+ (siblings 17+ welcome)
They’ve got lives, calendars and group chats full of plans – but you bet they’ll welcome an escape from life’s new demands to travel with you and their peers. Especially when they’ll be staying at great hotels, enjoying amazing food and being outside. Like the fine wine you might share after a day of adventure, family time just gets better with age.
Family Owned, Family Approved
Family Owned, Family Approved
We’ve been leading Family trips for over three decades, taking thousands of multigenerational families—including our own!—on active adventures around the globe, perfecting the art of delivering epic moments that turn into lifelong memories.
Everything You Want from a Family Vacation
A Backroads Family trip is about more than the landmarks, the scenery and doing all the things. It’s also about:
- Passionate Trip Leaders who bring a destination to life through their knowledge and experience
- Being able to travel everywhere you want to go during the times of year that suit your family's busy schedule best
- Flexible daily routes that allow everyone in the family to explore the world at their pace and on their terms
- The magic that happens among kids of similar ages when they connect and explore the world together
- Making the most of your precious family time
Let us show you how Backroads does family vacation!
