Luxury Graduation Trips for Families

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The Best Graduation Trips for Families

Seeing your grown-up kid graduate from high school or college is a milestone moment – for them, but also for you. You’ve guided them through the toddler, tween, and teen years, and although you may think back nostalgically to their childhood, this is also a period of excitement – where will they go and what will they do next?

As they forge their paths, your time together may become more rare, and the chance to come together more precious. Our carefully curated graduation trips allow you all to celebrate this significant moment in time on a holiday that’s as special as it is stress-free. It could mean taking part in spiritual ceremonies in Indonesia, traversing land and sea in the home of the Vikings in Norway, or hopping between vineyards in South Africa. Or, we can craft something entirely bespoke – a See you in the Moment trip that’s full of experiences that will linger in your memories for years to come.

The best graduation trips for families look different for everyone. Take a moment to explore some of our most remarkable holidays – and get in touch if you’d prefer something entirely bespoke.

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Places to travel after graduation

South Africa

Everybody’s idea of a bucket list destination looks a little different, but South Africa? It tops a lot of lists. And for good reason – this is a nation with a dizzying and dynamic mix of things to do, from devouring multi-course tasting menus in bucolic vineyards of the Franschhoek Valley, to watching elephants sway at sunrise in a private wildlife concession (with an Amarula-laced coffee in hand). All before hitting the beaches or the tidal pools of cosmopolitan Cape Town. Pondering over the very best places to travel after graduation? We don’t want to seem biased, but… this may be it.
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Australia travel
Australia travel
Australia travel

Australia

Expect minute after minute of ‘wow’ moments on this Australian adventure. You’ll begin in the lively city of Sydney (with a chance to see a show at the Opera House, no less), before travelling to the outback region and Uluru, where you’ll savour fire-red sunsets from the comfort of a luxury tent, all before dining beneath a star-studded sky. There are blissed-out beach moments on an island hideaway in the Whitsundays, shared experiences like snorkelling amongst candy-colored coral in the Great Barrier Reef, and time to kick back and appreciate the rugged beauty on the island of Tasmania. Of course, you could choose to extend your trip – the vineyards of Margaret River in Western Australia are the perfect place to raise a glass to your kids’ graduation.
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Morocco

One of the most compelling and colorful countries in the world, Morocco is the perfect choice for a graduation group of diverse interests. Spend your time on the boho beaches that line the Atlantic Ocean, or in the cobalt-hued town of Chefchaouen, perched on the peaks of the Rif Mountains. Our graduation trip through Morocco will show you that, and more – with time to experience the cafe culture and creative mecca of Tangier (before bedding down in the stylish former home of Yves Saint Laurent), the medinas of Fez (with a private guide who knows every stall-filled backalley), and the wild beaches of Larache, where crowd-free dunes remain untouched by international tourists. Snooze on the sand and stargaze in the evening, and celebrate your momentous occasion.
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Italy

Our trips are carefully crafted to suit a moment in time – case in point, this journey through Italy, which is designed to mirror a transformative life chapter, making it one of our best graduation trips in Europe. You could just view it as a delicious adventure from world-famous Lake Como to the enchanting Amalfi coast, with time to marvel at the vineyards of Tuscany and ancient sites of Rome along the way. Or perhaps view it as a chance to enjoy reflective moments in the countryside, an opportunity for cultural growth in historic cities, and time to channel creativity in a gelato-making masterclass. Oh, and there’s plenty more fun to be had along the way: we’ll be handing you the keys to one of the stylish classic cars going – an Alfa Romeo Duetto Spider. How’s that for a celebratory road trip?
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Parthenon on the Acropolis, Athens in Greece
Parthenon on the Acropolis, Athens in Greece
Parthenon on the Acropolis, Athens in Greece

Greece

Greece: where ancient temples sit shoulder-to-shoulder with new wave wine bars. Where glittering seas are dotted with hundreds – make that thousands – of islands. Where tavernas serving up grandma’s best dishes line pretty harbours. Combine history, delicious food, boutique stays, and thrilling adventure (in the form of a sailing trip across the Aegean) into one graduation trip that showcases everything there is to adore about Greece. On this celebratory holiday, you’ll begin in ancient Athens and journey through the idyllic islands of the Cyclades before a final few days in white-washed Santorini, famous for its blue domes, sunsets, and stop-in-your-tracks panoramas.
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Paris, France
Paris, France
Paris, France

France

If you’re searching for a European graduation trip that recognizes and rewards your kids’ years of hard work and effort, this is it. France is a fabulous destination in itself, with bijou boutiques, fairy-tale châteaux, and chic seaside stays. This trip, however, digs into everything else there is to love about France, from art and culture in Paris (with a private, queue-skipping tour of the Louvre), endless lavender plains and secret wine regions of Luberon, and all-out indulgence and old-world glamour of Nice and Monaco in the French Riviera. As always, the holiday can be tailored to your wishlist. So if you’re still searching for senior trip ideas in France, make this your starting point.
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Pura Ulun temple, Indonesia
Pura Ulun temple, Indonesia
Pura Ulun temple, Indonesia

Indonesia

There are some 17,000 islands in the archipelago of Indonesia, and while it would be lovely to see them all, we’d suggest starting with just a few. Our Uncover Indonesia trip is a celebratory family holiday that’s brimming with bonding moments, like climbing to the top of Borobudur temple in Java to witness the sun rising over the volcanoes in the distance. Or strolling around a cliffside temple on the boho island of Bali. Or diving into the aquamarine waters in the carefree Gili islands, home to some of the planet’s most mesmerizing beaches. Private ceremonies, toes-in-the-sand dining, and horseback rides through local villages are just some of the other lifelong memories you’ll take home.
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houses and boats in Henningsvær in norway
houses and boats in Henningsvær in norway
houses and boats in Henningsvær in norway

Norway

Where in the world can you combine thrilling adventures in the remote wilderness with cosmopolitan city streets and seriously stylish stays? Home to the Northern Lights and the dazzling midnight sun, Norway is one of the world’s most exciting places to travel to after graduation – and this trip is perfectly paced for family bonding. What does that mean, exactly? Well, it’s all about combining ‘we’re in it together’ challenges with moments of relaxation. Think free diving and deep-sea fishing in the arctic waters of the Lofoten islands, before restorative sauna sessions. Or kayaking across the Reine fjord, hiking up a mountain, and sharing a gourmet picnic at the top. Whatever you choose to do, spend a final few days in Norway's vibrant capital, home to floating saunas, speakeasies, and art galleries.
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Ladakh India
Ladakh India
Ladakh India

India

For graduates seeking perspective beyond traditional celebrations, Ladakh offers an immersive journey through one of the world's most compelling landscapes. This remote Himalayan kingdom, where ancient Buddhist monasteries perch above crystalline mountain lakes, provides a profound contrast to undergraduate life. From Delhi's dynamic streets to Leh's thin mountain air, this journey creates natural space for reflection. Local royalty share centuries-old stories, while monastery visits offer mindfulness practices particularly relevant for those entering life's next chapter. In the Indus Valley's remote villages, graduates discover thriving communities and observe some of Earth's clearest night skies, before experiencing the unique cultural fusion of Ladakhi Polo.
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