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Ages 9 - 12

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A smiling group of grandparents and children pose on a boat during a snorkeling and wildlife excursion in Puerto Rico.

Snorkeling & Wildlife: Puerto Rico With Your Grandchild

7 days
(4.67)
Outdoor: No Sweat
Starting at
3,799
Puerto Rico
Ages 9 – 14
Grandparent
Explore the coral reefs and ecosystems of Puerto Rico with your grandchild as you snorkel through the underwater world, hike a nature reserve and zip line through a rainforest!
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A three-toed sloth hangs from a tree branch in a lush Costa Rican cloud forest.

From Cloud Forests to Volcanoes: Costa Rica With Your Grandchild

9 days
(4.97)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,299
Costa Rica
Ages 8 – 17
Grandparent
Explore cool cloud forests and awesome animals on an exciting adventure with your grandchild as you river raft, swim and hike through the wild landscapes of Costa Rica together.
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A large, colorful green and orange iguana with a spiky crest rests in lush green grass in Costa Rica.

From Monkeys to Macaws: Colorful Costa Rica With Your Grandchild

10 days
(4.98)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,349
Costa Rica
Ages 8 – 17
Grandparent
Fly a little south of the U.S. to discover a world of chatty macaws, playful monkeys, industrious leafcutter ants and butterflies as you explore Costa Rica with your grandchild.
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A grandmother and grandchild wearing climbing gear and helmets smile together while ziplining in the wooded forests of Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

Outdoor Discovery on Vancouver Island With Your Grandchild

7 days
(4.84)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
2,999
British Columbia
Ages 9 – 14
Grandparent
Kayak, canoe, zipline, rock climb and camp your way through the wooded forests of Vancouver Island with your grandchild, learning all kinds of new skills along the way.
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View from behind a massive waterfall in Iceland during a vibrant sunset over a lush green landscape.

Land of Fire & Ice: Iceland With Your Family

8 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
5,149
Iceland
Ages 9 and up
Family Programs
Take a fantastic quest through the real-life magic of Iceland, where tales of Vikings combine with a wondrous landscape to make this the perfect adventure for you and your grandchild.
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Island Hopping on Georgia’s Barrier Islands With Your Grandchild

6 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,199
Georgia
Ages 9 – 12
Grandparent
Adventure awaits for you and your grandchild as you sail on a shrimp boat, climb a storied lighthouse, meet injured sea turtles and search for nesting turtles on a night beach walk!
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Colorful historic buildings and a twin-domed church reflect in the blue water of a stunning landscape in Switzerland.

Swiss Icons: Heidi, William Tell & Chocolate With Your Grandchild

9 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
5,349
Switzerland
Ages 9 – 12
Grandparent
Love learning about literature, history and stunning landscapes? Embark on this adventure with your grandchild to discover all about Switzerland!
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Misty of Chincoteague: An Island Adventure With Your Family

6 days
(5)
On Your Feet
Starting at
1,999
Virginia
Ages 8 and up
Family Programs
Discover the real-world setting of Marguerite Henry’s “Misty of Chincoteague” with your family and explore the island habitats where wild ponies roam among diverse wildlife.
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A group of zebras in the dry Tanzanian savanna, with one zebra displaying a braying expression against a backdrop of distant blue mountains.

Where the Wild Things Are: Tanzania With Your Family

13 days
(5)
On Your Feet
Starting at
6,999
Tanzania
Ages 9 and up
Family Programs
Learn why Tanzania is the best place for animal lovers as you and your family search for big cats on safaris, while also meeting local children to get an inside look into this country.
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Scenic view of rolling hills and a pier along the coastline of Channel Islands National Park in California.

Explore the Channel Islands With Your Grandchild

6 days
(5)
Outdoor: No Sweat
Starting at
3,199
California
Ages 9 – 12
Grandparent
Explore Channel Islands National Park, learn watersport techniques, experience marine life up close with an expert and snorkel in the kelp forest.
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A family navigates river rapids in a blue raft along the rocky canyon walls of Zion National Park.

Rafting, Hiking & Horses: Zion National Park With Your Family

7 days
(4.77)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
2,999
Utah/Arizona
Ages 8 and up
Family Programs
Get a new perspective on Utah and Arizona’s national parks with your family as you hike, climb and horseback ride, learning the unique story of these beautiful places.
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Volcanic landscape in the Galápagos Islands featuring turquoise water, rocky cliffs, and a prominent rock pinnacle under a blue sky with white clouds.

Hike, Bike & Snorkel the Galápagos Islands With Your Grandchild

10 days
(5)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
5,699
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
Ages 8 – 15
Grandparent
Galápa-go on this active adventure that brings you and your grandchild up-close to the natural wonders of the Galápagos, from volcanic landscapes to exciting wildlife.
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