Incredible Small Group Tours For Families With Explore
Share your love of travel with the next generation and inspire the whole family to discover the world together. Explore’s family adventure holidays are designed by experts to offer an unforgettable mix of adventure, relaxation and cultural discovery for everyone. Each trip combines must-see sights with hidden gems, all scheduled around the school holidays.
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8-Day Family Atlas Mountain and Sahara Adventure
From the Atlas Mountains to the Sahara Desert, adventures await across Morocco’s stunningly diverse landscapes. Take a stroll in the High Atlas, cycle the southern mountain slopes and head deep into the desert dunes on camelback to sleep under the stars at a Berber camp.
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From £716pp
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- Journey into the Atlas Mountains – Uncover the remote regions of the Atlas on bike and on foot and experience Berber hospitality.
- Camp on the sands of the Sahara – Delve deep into the dunes of the Sahara on camelback and camp under the stars.
- Explore majestic Marrakech – Get lost in the bustling medina and souks of the captivating Red City.
- 7 nights accommodation
- 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 2 dinners
- Experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader & Driver(s)
- Local transport as per itinerary
8-Day Family Dubrovnik & Croatian Islands Adventure
Explore inlets, bays and neighbouring islands by kayak and have a go at stand-up paddle boarding in the azure waters. From a cycling excursion on Sipan Island to a day trip to Dubrovnik, there’s no shortage of fun on our active family holiday.
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From £1,140pp
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- Water sports – Dive into the Adriatic with daily snorkelling and swimming, as well as the chance to try stand-up paddle boarding.
- Island hop by kayak – Explore grottos and golden-sand beaches of Lopud and neighbouring islands by kayak.
- Dubrovnik – Walk in the footsteps of your favourite Game of Thrones characters as you explore the historic streets of Dubrovnik.
- 7 nights comfortable guest house
- 7 breakfasts & 2 dinners
- Experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader & activity guide(s)
- Local transport as per itinerary
10-Day Family Egyptian Sphinx, Pyramids & Nile River
Witness some of the world’s greatest archaeological sites, including the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx and spot Tutankhamun’s mask at Cairo’s enthralling Egyptian Museum. Then, board a traditional felucca and sail north to Luxor, stopping to visit the Valley of the Kings. Finally, swim and snorkel in the warm waters of the Red Sea.
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- Cairo – Visit the Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum
- Aswan – Experience a traditional dinner at our Nubian homestay.
- Luxor – Explore the stunning Karnak and Hatshepsut Temples and visit the famous Valley of the Kings, the resting place of the Pharaohs.
- Nile River – Sail up the River Nile on a traditional Felucca boat, watching scenes of everyday rural life pass by.
- Hurghada – Spot marine life on a full-day boat trip to snorkel in the Red Sea.
- 9 nights accommodation
- 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 5 dinners
- Experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader, boat crew & driver(s)
- Local transport as per itinerary
8-Day Family Turkey Coastal Adventure
The action is perfectly balanced with free time to unwind and explore this idyllic destination with charming rural villages and seaside towns, expansive golden sand beaches, ancient ruins, lakes and walks in the foothills of the Taurus Mountains.
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From £636pp
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- Natural springs and mud baths – Experience a revitalizing mud bath at Sultaniye springs followed by a evening cruise on the lake
- Activities on the go – Explore the vast Saklikent gorge, tubing on the river through a canyon and canoe to Patara Beach
- Roman ruins – Visit the ancient sites at Xanthos and Caunos with Roman baths and vast theatres
- Full day in Koycegiz, boat trip to Sultaniye springs and evening BBQ on the lake
- Boat ride to Caunos ancient site and Iztuzu beach, visit a turtle conservation centre, continue to Saklikent canyon
- One night stay in a tree-house
- 7 nights accommodation (including one night in a tree-house)
- 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners
- Experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader & driver(s)
- Local transport as detailed on itinerary
13-Day Family South Africa Safari & Beach Adventure
From the game lands of Kruger to the peaceful coastline of the Indian Ocean, Explore’s South African family adventure hits all of the highlights. Spot the Big 5 on multiple game drives, both in vehicles and on foot, before falling to sleep to the sound of the bush at rustic camps and lodges. Get closer to the local culture – old and new – with trips to a traditional Zulu village and into the kingdom of Eswatini.
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- Spot the Big 5 – Hop between South Africa’s top game reserves, including Kruger and Timbavati for the chance to see lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.
- Walking Safari – Get closer to the country’s beautiful creatures on a walking safari in Eswatini’s Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Kosi Bay – Relax on the unspoilt beaches of the Indian Ocean, where we have two days to unwind or spot turtles and whales (within season).
- Drive to Graskop via South Africa’s Panoramic Route
- Scenic drive to Timbavati Game Reserve, stop at Blyde River Canyon
- Full day in Kruger National Park game drive and optional walking safari
- Visit a traditional Zulu village
- 2 nights comfortable hotel and 10 nights comfortable lodge
- 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 4 dinners
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Local transport as per itinerary
8-Day Family Albania Adventure
With its beautiful and diverse landscapes of rolling hills, rugged mountains, spectacular winding coastlines, golden beaches and turquoise seas, Albania has so much to offer active families looking for a new Mediterranean holiday destination. A warm welcome awaits in its quirky towns and cities.
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- Active adventures – Raft along one of Europe’s last wild rivers, hike canyon trails and enjoy wild swimming.
- Seaside fun – Take a thrilling rib boat ride to the Karaburun Maritime Park and discover a pirate’s cave.
- Amazing cities – Discover Gjirokaster’s cobbled streets, coastal Vlora and vibrant Tirana.
- Swim in a pristine river and explore the UNESCO Heritage site Gjirokaster
- White water rafting on Europe’s last wild river and relax in the Benja Thermal Pools
- Scenic drive to Vlora; explore Ali Pasha fortress and swim at Potami beach en route
- Rib boat adventure to Karaburun Marine Park
- Optional visit to Kanina Castle and Vlora Old Town
- Visit Apollonia; drive to Tirana and take the cable car to Djati Adventure Park
- 7 nights comfortable hotel
- 7 breakfasts & 1 lunch
- Tours as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader & driver(s)
- Local transport as per itinerary
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