Luxury Family Holidays for Children in Primary School

Primary school years are magical for family travel as children's natural curiosity peaks, and every experience becomes an adventure. This is the age when a wildlife safari becomes a real-life storybook, a foreign market becomes a treasure hunt, and a plate of unfamiliar food becomes a badge of honour.

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At Scott Dunn, we've spent 40 years learning how to bring that sense of wonder to life, crafting holidays that spark curiosity without overwhelming it, and that give parents the space to enjoy the moment too.

That means itineraries that balance excitement with genuine downtime. From wildlife safaris and long-haul adventures in destinations like Thailand, Costa Rica and the Galapagos, to nearby Scott Dunn Explorers holidays in the Alps and Mediterranean, every holiday is shaped around your family's own interests and rhythm. Whether it's choosing accommodation with pools for afternoon cool-downs, building snack stops into excursions, or hand-picking guides who know how to bring a destination to life for children, we consider every detail that makes family travel effortless, for parents and little ones alike.

Explore our carefully selected destinations and itineraries below. From our signature Explorers holidays with built-in expertise, to fully tailor-made adventures crafted around your family by a dedicated Family Travel Specialist, we'll make sure your next holiday is just right for young explorers and their parents alike.

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Scott Dunn Explorers Holidays

Experience one of the world’s finest luxury family resorts across the Mediterranean, Indian Ocean and French Alps, with exclusive access to our Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Clubs and a holiday thoughtfully crafted around every member of your family.

Our iconic clubs bring to life everything these incredible holiday destinations have to offer in a way your children are guaranteed to love, with immersive activity programmes for children aged 4 months to 11 years. Explore our Voyagers clubs for ages 5 to 7 and Pioneers clubs for ages 9 -11 to discover our unique Explorers kids clubs programme.

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Best Holiday Destinations for Primary Schoolers

Find destinations that enchant younger children with accessible adventures, engaging activities and experiences that spark imagination. Each country offers the perfect combination of excitement, discovery, and family-friendly luxury that makes travel with primary schoolers genuinely easy.

Crete

Crete combines beach relaxation with age-perfect adventures, like exploring Knossos Palace with child-friendly storytelling, easy coastal hikes, and snorkelling in shallow bays.

Discover Crete
France

Our French Alps ski holidays take the stress out of family ski trips. With expert childcare, ski school coordination, and perfectly positioned chalets, parents enjoy mountain time while children build confidence on slopes.

Explore France
Portugal

Find tailor-made trips and our kids clubs on a Portugal holiday. Perfect for young families, stretch out along the golden sands of the Algarve, enjoy high ropes activities in the pine forests and spend days on the water learning to surf.

Uncover Portugal
Kenya

Kenya delivers a wildlife spectacle that captivates young minds, with elephant, lion, and giraffe spotting on game drives. Find child-friendly lodges with junior ranger programs that ensure education and excitement all in one.

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Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a natural playground for primary schoolers: zip-lining through rainforest canopies, spotting sloths and toucans, volcano exploration, and beach time with gentle Pacific waves.

Discover Costa Rica
Italy

Italy enchants young travellers with gladiator stories in Rome's Colosseum, pizza-making classes and gelato at every turn. The mix of history, food, and family-friendly culture creates an educational adventure that never feels like learning.

Explore Italy
The Caribbean

Bask in the extraordinary as you explore vast rainforests and powder-soft sandy coastlines in the Caribbean. Explore family-friendly islands like St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, Antigua, and more.

Explore the Caribbean
Thailand

Legendary white sandy beaches and warm people are only a small part of the allure that draws people to Thailand; any trip here will surpass expectations.

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Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka simply has it all: tropical beaches, cooler mountainous, monumental waterfalls, incredible wildlife, tea plantations, fabulous food and diverse culture featuring time old ancient sites.

Unearth Sri Lanka

Our Luxury Family Tours & Hotels for Primary Schoolers

Our holidays are purposefully designed for families with primary school-aged children, removing the complexity of planning while delivering experiences that genuinely engage young minds.

Each itinerary features child-appropriate activities, carefully timed days that account for little legs and attention spans, and accommodations selected for their family facilities and welcoming atmosphere. Whether it's a guide who brings history to life through storytelling, properties with pools and play areas, or activities designed to educate while entertaining, our holidays and Explorers properties ensure every family member, from the youngest explorer to parents, has an effortless experience.

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Pine Cliffs Resort

Algarve, Portugal

One of Europe’s best family destinations, Pine Cliffs Resort is located on the Algarve in Portugal, just 30 minutes from Faro airport and close to Albufeira. Excellent facilities include golf, tennis, sandy beaches and a Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club.

Daios Cove

Crete, Greece

Daios Cove is a 5* hotel boasting a spectacular setting on a private sandy bay in Crete. Luxury contemporary villas and suites with private pools, great facilities and an exclusive Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club, it's a perfect family destination.

Costa Navarino - The Romanos

The Peloponnese, Greece

Set on a beautiful beach overlooking the Ionian Sea, The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort offers luxury accommodation with a great selection of room choices, fantastic watersports, activities, Spa and our renowned Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club.

Costa Navarino - The Westin

The Peloponnese, Greece

The Westin Resort Costa Navarino is a traditional, luxury hotel situated on the beautiful Peloponnese coast in Greece, offering flexible family accommodation, excellent land and watersports activities, a luxurious spa and Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club.

Niyama Private Islands

Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives

Set across two pristine islands, this luxury 5* resort offers double the fun for active families. Along with our Explorers Kids Club for younger children, sublime watersports, and a sense of seclusion, it’s the perfect escape for both couples and families

Eagles Palace

Halkidiki, Greece

On its own sandy beach on the unspoilt Aegean coast, Eagles Palace is an intimate and charming hotel with traditional Greek hospitality and delicious food to match. The calm shallow waters make it ideal for families, along with its own watersports centre.

Portetta

Courchevel Moriond 1650, France

Set on the slopes at Courchevel Moriond 1650, Portetta is a superb ski-in ski-out hotel for a luxury family ski holiday with an exclusive Scott Dunn Explorers Kids Club.

Sun Gardens Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik, Croatia

With its hillside setting and stunning seafront location, Sun Gardens Dubrovnik is a beautiful resort with a mix of hotel and private residence accommodation and a number of activities on offer that are ideal for families and our Explorers programme.

Carlisle Bay

Antigua

Carlisle Bay, Antigua is one of the Caribbean's most exclusive resorts. A contemporary and luxurious hotel situated in a quiet cove on the unspoilt south coast, with a backdrop of lush tropical rainforest, it is a haven for relaxation and watersports.

The Ritz-Carlton, Abama

Tenerife, Spain

The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife, Abama is a five-star sanctuary above Tenerife’s west coast where a championship golf course is nearby, alongside Michelin-starred dining, spa rituals, a beach club and spaces from the vibrant Citadel to the so tranquil Retreat

Porto Zante Villas & Spa

Zakynthos, Greece

Europe’s most private beach resort, the multi award winning Porto Zante offers exceptional levels of personal service, world class luxury villas, exquisite cuisine, waterfront spa, and warm Greek hospitality, on the dreamy island of Zakynthos.

Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte Hotel

Sicily, Italy

Set on the rugged coastline of southern Sicily, Verdura Resort is a stylish and luxurious Rocco Forte property. With extensive grounds, first class facilities, renowned Rocco Forte Spa and exceptional service, it's perfect for families.

Pine Cliffs Resort Portugal
Daios Cove Greece
Costa Navarino - The Romanos Greece
Costa Navarino - The Westin Greece
Niyama Private Islands Maldives
Eagles Palace Greece
Portetta France
Sun Gardens Dubrovnik Croatia
Carlisle Bay Antigua
The Ritz-Carlton, Abama Spain
Porto Zante Villas & Spa Greece
Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte Hotel Italy

8 nights

Little Trackers Andalusia

Andalusia

A family-friendly Andalusian adventure combining iconic cultural sights, hands-on experiences, and relaxed coastal moments, perfectly paced for all generations to enjoy together.

From

£10,000 pp

9 nights

Little Trackers Balearic Islands

Spain

A luxury, family-friendly Mediterranean island-hopping journey through Menorca, Mallorca, and Ibiza, combining soft adventure, cultural discovery, and private yacht experiences with a relaxed pace designed for both adults and children.

From

£8,500 pp

9 nights

Little Adventures in Northern Spain

Bilbao, Logrono, San Sebastian

This fun adventure takes you all across Spain’s Basque Country and even a little into France, packed with exciting places, amazing food, and outdoor activities!

From

£9,600 pp

13 nights

Little Adventurers in Italy

Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Lake Garda, Venice

Experience Italy’s highlights as a family, from Rome’s wonders and Florence’s art to Tuscany’s countryside and Lake Garda’s fun—ending in magical Venice, with family-friendly hotels and engaging activities delivering memorable moments for all ages.

From

£8,000 pp

11 nights

Little Adventurers in Thailand

Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Yao Yai

This is the perfect Thailand family tour for those seeking a sunny getaway with young children. Complete the experience with gorgeous palm-fringed beaches, chance encounters with exotic wildlife and a gentle dose of culture mixed in for good measure.

From

£5,000 pp

4 nights

Little Adventurers in Iceland

Iceland

A thoughtfully paced Iceland adventure for families, combining Reykjavik, glaciers and volcanoes with hands-on experiences, expert guides and space to relax, from whale watching and snowmobiling to lava caves and the Blue Lagoon.

From

£5,400 pp

5 nights

Little Adventurers in Germany

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Your family's Bavarian adventure combines fairytale castles, Alpine lakes, and hands-on discoveries. From crafting ice cream in Munich to exploring Neuschwanstein's royal halls, cruising Lake Tegernsee, tobogganing down Tegelberg Mountain, and venturing into ancient salt mines, every day balances culture with playful exploration. We handle all the details, so you can focus on what matters: time together, unforgettable experiences, and memories that last.

From

£12,400 pp

9 nights

Little Adventurers in Vietnam

Hanoi, Hoi An, Ninh Van Bay

For families looking to spend quality time together, enjoy the perfect blend of adventure, culture and chill-out time with this itinerary. Glide across emerald waters at Six Senses Ninh Van Bay and go cycling through countryside on this Vietnam tour.

From

£5,700 pp

13 nights

Ultimate Florida Getaway: Magic for Kids, Luxury for Parents

Orlando, Palm Beach & Miami

Florida is perfect for families. From theme parks to the magic of Disney and beaches galore, there's something for everyone. This two-week USA tour of Florida provides a taste of everything and can be easily tailored to allow more beach time or more time to enjoy the parks, all whilst staying in some of the best accommodation Florida has on offer.

From

£9,500 pp

9 nights

Little Trackers, Italy

Lake Garda, Dolomites, Venice

Discover Northern Italy on this unforgettable family journey—from Lake Garda’s shores to the Dolomites and enchanting Venice. Enjoy cycling, sailing, stargazing, deer feeding, and hands-on art, with every day designed to delight adventurers of all ages.

From

£5,400 pp

14 nights

Ultimate Family Fun in California

United States of America

For families looking for action-packed activities and adventure, this 14-night tour of California's iconic cities and attractions is hard to beat. Outdoor enthusiasts will relish the chance to embrace the natural world on this West Coast tour in the USA, with a private guided tour of Yosemite, whale watching, surfing, horse riding, a thrilling off-road driving adventure and sea kayaking. More urban thrills include a private tour of LA, and VIP tours of both Universal Studios and San Diego Zoo.

From

£13,500 pp

9 nights

Family Fun in the Greek Islands

Athens, Kea, Paros & Vouliagmeni

Greece is a fantastic destination for families. There's history, culture and beautiful beaches in abundance, plus plenty for children of all ages. On this touring holiday in Greece, you'll take in the spectacular scenery and ancient traditions of Sifnos and Paros, two authentic Cycladic islands, and then relax in ultimate luxury on the mainland.

From

£5,600 pp

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