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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Exploring the Grand Canyon's North & South Rims With Your Family
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • I exercise for fun, not to win contests
  • I like to explore at an easy pace, stopping to snap photos and smell the roses
  • Varied terrain doesn’t scare me, but let’s not do anything too extreme

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Family Friendly, Birding, National Parks, Golf

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The Road Scholar Crafts Week at Snow Farm: Drawing for Beginners
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • In the heart of the picturesque Berkshire foothills, learn hands-on techniques from a professional artist
  • Savor the culinary delights of the Snow Farm kitchen as you enjoy meals prepared with organic and natural foods, topped off with delicious homemade breads and desserts
  • Studio explorations at the beginning and end of the week offer an exciting look at the progress of student artists who are participating in other workshops

Themes

50 Plus, Education / Learning

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Extension: Victoria Falls & Chobe National Park
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Feel the power of the incredible Victoria Falls, known as one of the “Seven Natural Wonders of the World,” and learn about David Livingstone’s expedition and discovery of the falls
  • Explore Botswana’s Chobe National Park on game drives to witness lions, leopard, giraffe and massive herds of elephant
  • Visit a local village, meet its inhabitants, help cook an authentic meal and learn about the way of life in the area

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, 50 Plus, Education / Learning, National Parks

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Tanzania and the Great East African Migration
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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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On the Road: San Antonio to Big Bend National Park
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore the darkest skies in the country in a star party with an expert at the McDonald Observatory
  • Travel back in time with a visit to Fort Davis National Historic Site
  • See a wide variety of plants and wildlife as you journey through deserts and mountains of Big Bend National Park

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, 50 Plus, Education / Learning, National Parks

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Multi-Sport Adventure: Sea Kayaking, Bicycling and Hiking in Acadia
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Pedal between stunning cliffs and the rocky coasts along the famed Somes Sound, the U
  • S
  • ’ only Atlantic fjord
  • Discover superior sea kayaking among the rocky Porcupine Islands of Frenchman Bay
  • Learn more about the region’s geology, wildlife, marine environment and history during classes both on-site and on the trails

Themes

50 Plus, Education / Learning, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

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Historic Homes and Gorgeous Gardens in Savannah, Georgia
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Enjoy a social evening at a private house museum and a demonstration of early 19th-century dancing, followed by refreshments in the private garden
  • Visit the Andrew Low House to discover one of the only remaining original 19th-century gardens in the city, maintained continuously for 160 years
  • Explore several private homes in various Savannah neighborhoods with onsite docents giving in-depth historic information to enhance the experience

Themes

50 Plus, Education / Learning

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Winter Ventures in Yellowstone Country
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • I enjoy getting my heart going on my bike or on trails
  • Nothing beats the thrill of taking on a rewarding climb or ride on varied terrain with inclines
  • Let’s keep moving — occasional stops only, please

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine, Family Friendly, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Birding, National Parks, Golf

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Road Scholar Reviews & Ratings

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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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