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Make lasting memories with your grandchild or entire family on learning adventures packed with exciting field trips designed to keep explorers of all ages engaged. Explore the grand boulevards of Paris, discover the Grand Canyon, or search for dinosaur fossils in Utah — most importantly, do it together!

Want to learn more about traveling with your grandkids? Check out these Grandparent Travel Tips.

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A smiling child points at a large NSA cryptologic wheel display at the National Cryptologic Museum in Washington, D.C.

Spy Kids: Sleuths & Secrets With Your Grandchild

6 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
2,399
Washington, D.C.
Ages 10 – 14
Grandparent
Decode D.C.’s history of espionage with your spy kid grandchild, as you visit the city’s most notorious spy sites and learn about investigative gadgets from former CIA and NSA agents.
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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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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
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
3,149
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 woman and her grandchild smile together in California with the Golden Gate Bridge visible in the background.

Bridges, Redwoods & Alcatraz: San Francisco With Your Grandchild

6 days
(5)
Let's Go!
Starting at
2,299
California
Ages 10 – 14
Grandparent
A jailhouse that has stories to tell, bridges that stretch across the sparkling sea and the tallest trees on Earth — discover these and more in the Bay Area with your grandchild.
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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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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
(4.64)
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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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 with other wildlife.
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Passengers sail on the 95-foot windjammer Angelique along the Maine coast.

Sail the Maine Coast With Your Grandchild

5 days
(4.83)
Outdoor: No Sweat
Starting at
1,549
Maine
Ages 12 – 15
Grandparent
Sail with your grandchild aboard a 95-foot windjammer, and drop anchor each day to explore islands, beaches and lighthouses with expert naturalists! Plus, sleep in bunks below deck!
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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
2,999
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 young grandchild laughs while whitewater rafting on Idaho's Salmon River, holding a blue paddle and wearing an orange life vest amidst forested mountains.

Whitewater Rafting on Idaho's Salmon River With Your Grandchild

6 days
(5)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
1,899
Idaho
Ages 13 – 17
Grandparent
Float off on a whitewater rafting adventure with your grandchild on the Salmon and Snake Rivers as you learn about paddling, petroglyphs and pioneer history and go camping on the beach!
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The iconic Wonder Wheel in New York City features red and blue passenger cars on its colorful steel frame against a clear sky.

NYC Mosaic: An Exploration with your Grandchild

6 days
(4.91)
Let's Go!
Starting at
2,249
New York
Ages 9 – 16
Grandparent
Journey into the past and explore the present with your family in NYC, where the city’s iconic spots create a mosaic of influences from around the globe.
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The white domes and equestrian statue of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica stand against a blue sky in Paris, France.

Aventure en Famille à Paris: The City of Light With Your Family

9 days
(4.63)
Let's Go!
Starting at
4,999
France
Ages 9 and up
Family Programs
Bienvenue! Experience the best of Paris with your family as you weave your way through awesome neighborhoods, discover iconic landmarks and even learn to speak a little French.
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Grandparent & Family

There’s nothing more fulfilling than multigenerational educational travel and at Road Scholar, we offer intergenerational travel programs for you and your grandchildren to enjoy. Traveling with grandchildren is a great way to make lasting memories and form a deeper relationship. Our intergenerational travel tours bring you to some of the best places to travel with grandparents. Your entire family can visit some of the world’s top destinations for families and grandparents.

 

Build Lasting Memories With Multigenerational Travel

No matter your age, we all have fond childhood memories that stay with us throughout life. Intergenerational travel tours at Road Scholar provide memories that are sure to stick with each member of the family for years to come. If you’re looking for the best vacation for three generations, we have you covered. As grandparents traveling with grandchildren, it can be hard to find activities for everyone. With exciting trips designed for participants of all ages, you can make lifelong memories with everyone in the family.

 

Learning for Everyone

Not only does traveling with grandchildren allow them to gain new experiences, but it also allows them to form a deeper understanding of the world around them. Road Scholar travel programs bring lifelong learners together. Each tour is led by local experts who walk you through the history, landscape and cultures of each destination.

Whether you’re exploring the grand boulevards of Paris, discovering the North & South Rims of the Grand Canyon, or uncovering dinosaur fossils in Utah, our educational travel tours will pique the interest of everyone in the family.

 

Family Adventures at Home and Abroad

At Road Scholar, we have some of the best multigenerational family vacations in the USA to choose from. Explore Broadway in New York City with performances and a walking tour that’s family-friendly and awe-inspiring. Or, take an outdoor adventure with your grandchildren on a horseback and canoe tour in the Ozarks. When traveling with grandchildren and family, you’ll be able to form deeper connections through family-fun experiences.

In addition to exploring destinations close to home, we have intergenerational travel programs abroad. Traveling with grandchildren internationally can be daunting. At Road Scholar, we have a team working with you to take care of all the small details, such as creating an itinerary and booking reservations, so you focus on the big things. Traveling is meant to be exciting and life-changing. We’ll make sure everyone in the family is engaged and immersed in the travel experience.

 

Road Scholar Adventures for Grandparents, Grandchildren and the Entire Family

As you search for the best places to travel with grandparents, you’ll find we have dozens of unique trips to choose from. With over 45 years of offering educational travel adventures, you can find family-friendly vacations that are great for all ages to enjoy. From city tours and hikes to rafting adventures and boating experiences, each intergenerational travel program will be unforgettable. And if you want to learn more about how to travel with the grandkids? Check out these Grandparent Travel Tips.

To narrow down your desired grandparent travel program, use the drop down menus. You can filter your search by several criteria, such as the destination, duration, price, date range and activity level of your trip. Traveling with grandparents and grandchildren is a great way to bring the family together. At Road Scholar, we make it possible for everyone in the family to discover the world around them.

Find the best places to travel with grandparents and family today!