Our family travel programs combine the award-winning aspects of Rustic Pathways student travel with the comforts and seamlessness of full-service travel. Enjoy quality time with your children while immersing yourselves in an exotic culture, participating in meaningful service projects, and enjoying challenging adventure activities.
Learn to cook local food, help build a home for a family in need, participate in adventure sports, and enjoy “behind the scenes” visits in a variety of locations. Each family travel experience is designed to enrich your children’s lives and bring your family closer together.
The Rustic Difference
We’ll handle every detail, from designing the perfect itinerary for your family to booking your travel. In addition to planning and customizing the trip for your family, there are three ways Rustic Pathways Family Travel separates itself from the competition.
- Our local staff will share with you what it’s like to live in their communities. They are experts who enable you to have a truly authentic experience.
- Our health and safety measures ensure families have food that meets their dietary needs and clean water to drink, stay in secure accommodations and travel in vehicles checked daily, and participate in activities with trusted vendors and partners.
- We’ve built long-term partnerships with the communities where our families visit to create sustainable service projects that satisfy the community’s vision and have a lasting impact.
Sample Trips
Thailand Service Adventure
Temples, elephants, Thai cooking and beaches are all in the mix in this fun-filled 2-week family adventure! Learn about the tapestry of ancient kingdoms woven into modern Thai culture, treat yourselves to the world-renowned art of Thai massage, indulge in as much Thai food as you can possibly eat and give back by participating in important service initiatives including elephant conservation and community development projects.
Natural Wonders of Costa Rica
Explore Costa Rica’s rich South Pacific coast, learn to surf, and visit a National Park in Bahia Ballena in just one week. Then head inland for jungle hikes, waterfall rappelling, and animal spotting. This program is a way to explore Costa Rica’s biodiverse ecosystems and see the wildlife that this beautiful Central American nation is famous for.
Included in every Rustic Pathways Family Trip
- Fully customized itinerary to fit the needs of your family
- An expert local guide who speaks English
- A private van and driver
- 24/7 personalized support
- A local cell phone and / or SIM card
- Emergency support and services
- All transportation and accommodation
- Daily breakfasts, select lunches, and dinners
- Airport fees, taxes, and entry fees