Road Scholar

Road Scholar

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Popular global tours with a unique focus on educational experiences for mostly senior travelers.
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Adventures Online: The People & Culture of Copenhagen
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • You know what moves me? Exercising my mind
  • Let’s keep walking to a minimum and avoid stairs when we can

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Photography, National Parks, Holy Land

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Sketches of Spain, Morocco and the Canary Islands
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Large Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Learn about the wondrous architectural masterpieces of Spain, including Gaudi’s unfinished La Sagrada Familia and the Alhambra, a Moorish citadel overlooking the city of Grenada.
  • Visit the colossal Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca's landmark building.
  • On the island of Madeira, discover Europe's highest sea cliff and the vineyards of Funchal.

Themes

50 Plus, Education / Learning, Small Ship Cruise

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Off the Map: Rafting Grand Canyon's Colorado River
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • I love pushing myself, and I can keep a steady pace on rugged and steep terrain
  • This is as challenging as it gets? Great
  • Let’s do this
  • At the end of the day, I want to feel like I’ve had a real workout

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Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Winter Sports

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San Antonio: Heart of the City, Heart of the Hill Country
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Stroll along the landscaped walkways of the River Walk and discover the city's rich history with a visit to the Spanish missions designated as a UNESCO World Heritage cultural treasure
  • In the majestic Hill Country, just a short ride from the heart of the city, explore Fredericksburg to learn of its rich German heritage
  • Recall the era of LBJ as you go behind the scenes at his ranch and Texas White House

Themes

50 Plus, Education / Learning

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A Cycling Journey: Vienna to Budapest along the Danube River
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Cycle along the scenic paths of the Danube River Valley for an immersion into the cultures of Austria, Slovakia and Hungary
  • Discover the ancient history of Arabian horse breeding during a visit to an equestrian museum and stud farm
  • With a local historian, embark on a walking field trip of the Old Town Bratislava to learn about its history and landmarks

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Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Cycling & Biking, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks

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Costa Rica at a Slower Pace: Natural Wonders by Water & Land
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • You know what moves me? Exercising my mind
  • Let’s keep walking to a minimum and avoid stairs when we can

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Photography, National Parks, Holy Land

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Door County Cooking, Cuisine and Culinary Arts
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Prepare and enjoy a five-course lunch at the Savory Spoon Cooking School showcasing seasonal flavors
  • Enjoy an exclusive lunch and learn using local ingredients at the Door County Bakery
  • Meet a local farming family and explore the cherry and apple orchards whose bounty they have harvested for decades

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50 Plus, Education / Learning

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The Virginia International Tattoo at the Virginia Arts Festival
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Observe over 800 performers — military drummers, pipers and drill teams — plus choirs and dancers
  • Delve into Norfolk’s U
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  • Navy history as you enjoy a boat excursion through the Norfolk Naval Base and a visit to the Nauticus interactive museum
  • Enjoy VIP seating for the Parade of Nations, featuring bands, floats and marching units from all NATO member countries

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50 Plus, Education / Learning, Festivals & Special Events

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Road Scholar Reviews & Ratings

4.3/5  Great
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Michal McGinnis

Feb 2025

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Wonders of Costa Rica at a slower pace

When I signed up for the Wonders of Costa Rica at a slower pace. The hotel listed in the itinerary for day 8&9 was a 4 star hotel on the beach called the Punta L...

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Floralin

Jan 2025

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Same complaint as everyone else

Same complaint as everyone else. While I can see why the Cancel for Any Reason clause may be necessary for the business model, the problem is that THIS IS NOT EXPLA...

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Lolly Kauss

Dec 2024

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Road Scholar SCAMS older adults

If you want a real review and not their good reviews on their website, read this. Their customer service is horrible and they try to get as much money as possible by...

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John Clark

Dec 2024

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Unethical and misleading trip…

Unethical and misleading trip insurance. Not a refund at all. Money kept a...

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Gerda Reed

Dec 2024

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My Husband and I recently went with…

My Husband and I recently went with Road Scholar to Jekyll Island. It was a beginner to intermediate watercolor class. MY husband had never painted with watercolor ...

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