For families
Round-the-World Travel With Kids
Multi-stop trips built for families. We handle the complex routing so you can focus on the experience. Flexible stopovers, kid-friendly connection times, and baggage that checks through.
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Sample routes
Routes our specialists tag for family travelers
Chicago to Honolulu & Lihue Multi-Stop
Two-week economy multi-stop routing from Chicago to Honolulu for 3 nights, onward to Lihue for 7 nights, then back to Chicago.
Estimated
$880–$1,343
New Zealand & Hawaii Pacific Hop from San Francisco
A focused 5-stop Pacific loop from San Francisco: Auckland, a domestic hop to Nelson on New Zealand's South Island, back through Auckland, a Hawaii layover, and home. Ideal first RTW: compact, on Star Alliance metal throughout, and one of the most price-stable Pacific routings available.
Estimated
$1,596–$2,434
Boston to Lima, La Paz, Galapagos, Easter Island, Darwin & 6 more Multi-Stop
A 6-week economy round-the-world routing from Boston through South America, the Pacific, Australasia, Asia, Africa, and Europe, with 11 stopovers before returning to Boston.
Estimated
$8,676–$13,234
New York City to Asia, South Asia, Europe RTW
A business-class round-the-world routing from New York through the U.S. West Coast, Hawaii, East and Southeast Asia, South Asia, North Africa, and Europe before returning to New York.
Estimated
$15,280–$23,308
Planning reading
Flagship guides every traveler should read
How Much Does an RTW Trip Cost?
What round-the-world flights actually cost: alliance RTW fares, custom multi-stop builds, business class options, and the pricing factors most travelers overlook.
Sean Keener · Customer Service and Managing Director
How to Plan a Round-the-World Trip
The logistics of planning an RTW trip: choosing destinations, picking ticket types, understanding hub routing, and booking in the right window. Not a destination guide; a how-to for the flight strategy.
Sean Keener · Customer Service and Managing Director
When to Buy RTW Tickets
The booking window that consistently produces the best RTW fares: when to lock in, when to wait, how to stage complex itineraries, and seasonal pricing patterns.
Sean Keener · Customer Service and Managing Director
Common questions
What family travelers actually ask
What's included in an AirTreks round-the-world ticket?
Your ticket includes all flights, airport taxes, and fuel surcharges. AirTreks also provides a dedicated travel consultant who handles routing, booking, and any changes. Hotels, travel insurance, and ground transport are not included but your consultant can and enjoy advising.
Do I need travel insurance for a round-the-world trip?
Yes. A multi-month, multi-country trip has too many variables to go without coverage. Look for a policy that covers trip interruption, medical evacuation, and missed connections. World Nomads and SafetyWing both offer plans built for long-term multi-country travel.
Who is AirTreks?
AirTreks is a travel company based in White Salmon, WA that has been building custom round-the-world and multi-stop itineraries since 1987. Our staff is global. Each trip is routed by a human consultant using fare construction techniques that online booking tools can't book.
Can families do a round-the-world trip?
Yes. Families fly RTW every year with AirTreks. Kids over 2 need their own seat. Key adjustments: fewer stops, longer stays in each city, stick to family-friendly destinations with good healthcare. Many families do 4-6 stops over 4-8 weeks.
From the blog
Stories and advice from families who have gone
Taking On The World - Family Travel
Want to travel the world, but not sure how to do it with your kids? This family is sure to inspire your next around the world family travel adventure.
The Family Travel Experience
There is nothing more meaningful for a family than shared experiences on the road. AirTreks travel planner of 20 years, Daniel Gamber, shares his family travel experiences on the blog.
One Family’s Travels Around The World
One woman embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with her three sons, traveling to 12 countries around the world.
This Single Mother Took Her Family Around the World
Rachel Chanthavisay sums the single mom travel experience up with a quote from her daughter… “The whole world is amazing! Can we go again?”
How to Travel With Kids
Family travel can be very safe. Ready to take the plunge? Get out there in the world with your kids using these strategies!
How To Fly Longhaul With A Baby
My babies have racked up more longhaul flights in their first year than some people do in a lifetime. Here are my top tips!
10 Essential Family Travel Resource Links
Some of the best advice and resources around for planning your big long-term family trip.
Flying with children need not be a nightmare
For a good flight experience with little ones, preparation is key. Jade Scully has the details on how to make sure flying with children goes smoothly.
What family travelers say
Real family travelers, real itineraries.
They found a flight that got in at the right time and booked me a seat with extra legroom. AirTreks made it easy.
jeroen
2023
AirTreks handled flights for 6 people departing from different cities, coordinating London connections and a Nairobi safari. The efficiency was wonderful — they nailed every seat preference, every connection, every detail. I could not have coordinated this complexity on my own.
Kim Mather
2019