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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The British Isles by Sea: Ireland, Scotland and England
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Large Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Learn about the canals and historical architecture of Amsterdam.
  • Thrill in the remarkable landform of Northern Ireland's Giant’s Causeway — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Explore the Castle of Mey, the northernmost castle on the UK mainland and long time residence of the Queen Mother.

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Cultural, 50 Plus, Education / Learning, Small Ship Cruise

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Odyssey at Sea: Easter Celebration on The Greek Isles
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Choose from two or more options of activity levels to find your perfect pace
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A Cycling Journey: Austria to Slovenia Along the Mur River
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Discover the underground world of stalactites and stalagmites in the Lurgrotte caves
  • Pedal along the narrow gauge track once used to transport wood by rail, and learn about Club 760's steam engine restoration work at the Narrow Gauge Railway Museum
  • Visit a pumpkin seed mill to enhance your knowledge about the health benefits of this Styrian specialty, and sample Styria's wines in a centuries-old castle cellar

Themes

50 Plus, Education / Learning

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The Bethlehem Bach Festival — Beautiful Music, Steel and History
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Bask in the transcendent melodies of Bach performed by the world-class Bach Choir of Bethlehem
  • Discover the steel-working heritage of Bethlehem as you meet retired steel executives and explore the historic Steelstacks
  • Learn about Bethlehem's history and Bach from esteemed experts, including historians, Moravian community docents, the Bach Choir Archivist, a music professor and the conductor of the Bach Choir

Themes

50 Plus, Education / Learning, Festivals & Special Events, Music

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Pickleball in Hilton Head: America’s Fastest Growing Sport!
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • With instructors, learn to play pickleball or improve your game
  • Enjoy round robins or group play at the renowned Palmetto Dunes, ranked among “The 50 Greatest US
  • Tennis Resorts” by Tennis Magazine
  • Learn about Hilton Head Island’s remarkable history from an educator from the Coastal Discovery Museum

Themes

50 Plus, Education / Learning

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History Along the Mississippi: From St. Paul to New Orleans
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • I’m comfortable with some walking throughout the day
  • I expect to get on and off of a coach, and I’m ready to stroll through cities and to stand for a few hours when we’re learning in museums

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Hiking & Walking, Train & Rail Journeys, High Adventure

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Hiking the Hillsides: Switzerland & Austria With Your Grandchild
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore Castle Tarasp, a Romansh castle surrounded by picturesque hamlets
  • Walk and learn about the classic Swiss tale, Heidi
  • Ride gondolas, funiculars and historic trains as you take in some of Europe’s most spectacular views

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Hiking & Walking, Education / Learning, National Parks

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Grand Canyon National Park: Exploring the North and South Rims
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • I like to spend much of the day exploring
  • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
  • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Photography, National Parks, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness, Relaxing Retreats, Holy Land

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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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