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Plan a Learning Adventure for Your GroupRoad Scholar Private Group Charters
Road Scholar educational adventures are created by Elderhostel, the not-for-profit world leader in lifelong learning since 1975.
PRIVATE GROUP CHARTERS
Enroll 20 and we’ll w
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the cost for one more!
Greetings!This is Frania Monarski and Megan Bates with Road
Scholar. We’ve helped hundreds of groups plan Road
Scholar learning adventures all over the United States
and around the world.
We’re here to make planning a Road Scholar adventure
for your group hassle-free. We handle all the details —
helping with the marketing, providing your members
with a special toll-free number to enroll, collecting all
the payments, sending out the preparatory materials
and following up with evaluations at the conclusion of
the program.
We’ll do the work, you take the credit.
When you’re ready to get started, just let us know.
Have questions? Call (877) 209-4634, or email us at
Best wishes,
Frania Monarski & Megan BatesROAD SCHOLAR PRIVATE GROUP CHARTERS
Explore the World With Your Group & Save!Enroll 20 and We’ll Waive the Cost for One More
Share your love of learning by enroll-
ing 20 participants on your private
group charter, and we’ll waive the
program cost for your 21st partici-
pant. Or, once you enroll 20, you can
choose to receive a 5 percent give-
back for your organization in lieu of a
free place.
Have a Smaller Group? We’ll Reward You for That, Too
Your smaller group can travel to-
gether on any existing Road Scholar
program, joining other participants
who have enrolled independently. As
the organizer, you’ll receive program
fee credits when you enroll at least 11
members.
Find the Perfect Learning Adventure for Your Group
North America
Arizona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Illinois . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
New Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pennsylvania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Québec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
South Carolina . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Virginia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Washington, D.C. . . . . . . . . . . 7
International
Australia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
China . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Costa Rica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
England . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
France . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Greece . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Ireland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Italy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Kenya & Tanzania . . . . . . . . . 12
Adventures Afloat
Alaska’s Inside Passage . . . . . 14
Columbia and Snake Rivers . . 14
Croatia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
The Galápagos Islands . . . . . . 15
The Seine River in France . . . 16
Cuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Mekong River in Vietnam . . . 17
Adriatic Coast . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Family
Costa Rica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
The Galápagos Islands . . . . . . 20
Illinois . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
South Africa, Zambia, Botswana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
South Dakota . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Wyoming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Birding
Costa Rica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Florida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
New Brunswick, Canada . . . . 21
Biking
Austria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Germany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Italy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Utah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Hiking
Alberta, Canada . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Arizona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Costa Rica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
England . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Galápagos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Italy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Montana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Peru . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Utah . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
e Select Your ProgramBrowse this publication to find the learning adventure that’s perfect for your group.
r Pick a DateAt the latest, we recommend you plan a program in the United States at least six months in advance and nine months in ad-vance for International programs.
tFinalize the DetailsThe dates, price, schedule — we’ll finalize all the details.
u Need Airfare?We can help with that, too! Just ask.
i Get Your Group on BoardWe can provide promotional materials to advertise the program to your group.
o Your Special Toll-Free Number for EnrollingMembers of your group sign up directly with us using a toll-free number.
p We Take Care of the PaymentsYou don’t have to worry about collecting payments from members of your group. We’ll handle that.
a Information Packets Once your members enroll in your program, we’ll send them infor-mation packets that include travel instruc-tions, a packing list, a detailed schedule and much more.
s Have a great time!When your program begins, our Group Leaders will take care of everything and your group will have the learning adventure of a lifetime.
d Take a BowTypically, when a program ends, participants heap on thanks for organizing such an enriching and bonding experience.
Step by Step: How to Plan a Road Scholar Learning Adventure for Your Group
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What’s Included in Your Road Scholar Group Adventure?
The core of Road Scholar is the academic integrity
of our programs and the unmatched value of our
all-inclusive pricing.
All Road Scholar programs include:
f Informative lectures by leaders in their field
f Course-related field trips with special
“behind-the-scenes” access
f Enrichment activities such as cultural
events and performances
f Accommodations in comfortable hotels,
conference centers and inns
f All meals, except where specifically noted.
Sometimes we exclude a few meals from
the program cost, so you can explore local
restaurants on your own.
f Group travel and transfers throughout the
program
f A Group Leader to accompany you 24/7 and
handle all logistics
f All gratuities, taxes and destination fees
f The Road Scholar Travel Protection Plan,
including 24-hour assistance for medical
and other emergencies
When you add up all that you get, Road Scholar
is by far the best value for people who want a
worry-free travel experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get started?
We’re here to make arranging an educational
adventure for your group hassle-free. Browse
through this collection of learning adventures.
Once you have chosen a program, we’ll take care
of all the arrangements. Need help picking a
program? Just ask.
How soon should I begin planning?
Please contact us as soon as you have chosen a
program to ensure enough lead-time for us to
make the arrangements and for your group to
make plans. Typically, this means six months
ahead of time for programs in the U.S. and
nine months ahead of time for international
programs.
What types of programs are available for
groups?
Each of the learning adventures in this
publication is available for your group.
Can I customize a program specifically for my
group?
While some customization is possible, we request
that you select from this collection of programs.
What happens if I can’t get enough people to go?
We won’t finalize the details until you’re
confident that you’ll have enough people to
make your program happen. In the rare instance
when not enough people sign up and you have
to cancel, your deposit is non-refundable.
If individuals cancel after they enroll and if
they purchased the optional Road Scholar Trip
Cancellation, Interruption and Travel Delay
Insurance, they will be reimbursed for covered
reasons.
Is there an age restriction?
Road Scholar private group programs are not
subject to any age requirements, which make
them perfect for families with children or groups
of mixed ages.
Can you arrange airfare?
Yes! Just ask. We’re happy to help.
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SThe Benefits of the Road Scholar Travel Protection Plan
Designed exclusively for Road Scholar
participants, The Road Scholar Travel Protection
Plan provides 24-hour assistance in the event of
an emergency during programs and insurance
for emergency medical evacuation. On Call
International, our emergency-assistance
provider, provides Road Scholar participants with
unparalleled service when the unexpected occurs.
The benefits of the plan include …
North America Programs
f Emergency medical evacuation with
medical escort, if necessary
f Delayed, lost, stolen or damaged baggage
assistance and insurance
f Help with travel document replacement
f Motor vehicle return
International Programs
f Emergency medical evacuation with
medical escort, if necessary
f Medical coverage for accidental injury or
sickness
f Delayed, lost, stolen or damaged baggage
assistance and insurance
f Help with travel document replacement
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“ ‘Croatia by Yacht’ was the perfect
fusion of travel and educational
experience — it cannot be
duplicated on one’s own. The thrill
of learning in Croatia is palpable,
inspiring and endless. No matter
where you have traveled in the past,
you have not seen it all until you
have traveled to Croatia.”
— JANE, ATHENS, GEORGIA
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X Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Arts
Philadelphia for the Weekend: Cultural Highlights3 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #9068NQB
Spend a jam-packed long weekend discov-ering the renowned cultural treasures of Philadelphia, one of America’s top cities for the arts. Dive into fascinating expert-led and self-directed field trips to important historic locales like the National Constitu-tion Center, Independence Hall and Liberty Bell and iconic arts institutions like the Rodin Museum, Philadelphia Museum of Art and Barnes Foundation. Deepen your understanding of the city and its institu-tions through scholarly lectures, and round out your cultural immersion with a ticket-ed performance one evening and seasonal narrated excursions of local interest.
Highlights:
• Experience the extraordinary Barnes Foundation at its new Philadelphia campus, explore the galleries of the Phil-adelphia Museum of Art and see bronze casts of Rodin’s greatest works at the Rodin Museum.
• Examine architecture from three cen-turies and visit acclaimed landmarks of American history at Independence National Historical Park.
• Enjoy a performance of opera, theater, ballet or another cultural event from current offerings.
Meals: 8 total (3B, 2L, 3D)
Lodging: Centrally located members only hotel with fitness center in Rittenhouse Square.
X Charlottesville, Virginia
Three Friends: Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe3 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #9113NQB
Explore the friendship among three U.S. presidents — Jefferson, Madison, Monroe — as you journey back to the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the time when these great men lived, worked, laughed and loved. Learn about their personal stories and the historic events that drew them together, explore their views on contem-porary issues such as religion, government and slavery, and delve into the lasting contributions each made to our nation.
Note: If you are interested in extending your adventure, we offer a five-night version of this program.
Highlights:
• Visit the historic homes of these Amer-ican patriarchs — Jefferson’s Monticel-lo, Monroe’s Ash Lawn-Highland and Madison’s Montpelier.
• Investigate the connection between Jef-ferson’s educational vision and design of his university while strolling the grounds with an expert.
• Enjoy an evening of music from the pe-riod in which these men lived, and meet one of them in an interactive living-his-tory presentation.
Meals: 8 total (3B, 2L, 3D)
Lodging: Varies by date and includes a new, modern hotel, centrally located amid the beauty and history of Virginia’s Blue Ridge foothills, or a charming, modest inn with traditional British decor.
X Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
National Parks
The Battle of Gettysburg: Three Days of Heroism, Sacrifice and History3 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #9114NQB
The Battle of Gettysburg — July 1-3, 1863 — determined the outcome of the Civil War. This bloodiest of battles left 28,000 Confederate and 23,000 Union casualties. Expert battlefield guides bring history alive as you trace battlefield strategies, separate legend from lore, and gain an under-standing of the impact on the town and its people. We’ll also pay our respects at the Soldiers’ National Cemetery.
Note: If you are interested in extending your adventure, we offer a five-night version of this program.
Highlights:
• Experience the new Gettysburg National Military Park & Museum and explore sites related to each day of the battle in-cluding McPherson’s Ridge, Eternal Light Peace Memorial, Barlow’s Knoll, Confed-erate Avenue along the Southern line of Pickett’s Charge, Little Round Top, the 20th Maine and the Wheatfield.
• Be entertained by a folk musician who plays Civil War-era music on his hand-made dulcimer, banjo, accordion and harmonica.
• Meet Hannah Shearer, close friend to Mary Lincoln, in an exceptional liv-ing-history presentation.
Meals: 7 total (3B, 1L, 3D)
Lodging: Stay in the heart of downtown Gettysburg at a historic hotel within walk-ing distance to parts of the battlefield and downtown shops and attractions.
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X Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fe and Taos: A Tale Of Two Cities6 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #11009NQB
Less than 70 miles from one another, Santa Fe and Taos are the jewel cities of northern New Mexico, seemingly enchant-ed places set amidst the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Adobe pueblos built by ancestral peoples still stand, elegant Spanish colonial plazas serve as meeting places as they have for four centuries and beautiful museums display the work of artist-pilgrims who gathered here to find inspiration in the land. Examine Santa Fe and Taos through the eyes of those who have called them home and discover not only what they share, but also what sets each apart.
Highlights:
• Trace the history of governance in Santa Fe and visit the modern New Mexico State Capitol building.
• Be moved by the ancient Native tra-ditions and cultures preserved in Taos Pueblo and gain insight into the art of making Native American pottery with a traditional potter in Santa Clara Pueblo.
• Explore beautiful, world-renowned Canyon Road and see stunning examples of both contemporary and traditional art along the way.
Meals: 15 total (6B, 4L, 5D)
Lodging: Full-service hotel near down-town Santa Fe or comfortable motel in the historic Railyard District. See Date Specific Information for details.
X Washington, District of Columbia
National Parks
Discover Washington, D.C.: The Best of the Capital5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #2833NQB |
Experience the invigorating environment of America’s capital city as knowledgeable instructors immerse you in a wide ranging exploration of Washington D.C.’s iconic memorials, eclectic neighborhoods and topical conversations. During meetings with members of Congress (as available) and seminars with D.C. insiders, discuss policy issues and explore vital history. Delight in an introduction to Washington’s vibrant cultural institutions as you venture into the Smithsonian Museums, National Gallery of Art, Library of Congress, Kenne-dy Center and attend a live performance at a local theater.
Highlights:
• Gain historical insights while visiting Washington’s most treasured monu-ments and its newest memorials.
• Explore America’s unique political sys-tem on visits to the White House, U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court.
• Visit a working embassy to explore another nation’s identity and their government’s view of America and the wider world.
Meals: 12 total (5B, 3L, 4D)
Lodging: Modern, newly renovated hotel convenient to the Metro.
X Chicago, Illinois
Signature Cities
Signature City Chicago: Your Kind of Town5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #2818NQB
The brawny, dynamo of a city described by Carl Sandburg in his famous poem, “Chicago,” has shed its grit but not its frenetic rush. Discover Chicago’s glitter-ing skyscrapers, fine dining, revitalized lakefront, urbane cultural scene, celebrated museums and the tony Magnificent Mile on an exceptional adventure that draws back the curtain on Chicagoans and “their kind of town.”
Note: You may enjoy a more active, small group program, “Out and About in Chicago: Find Art, Architecture, History and More in a World-Class City” (#21908) at a modern, full-service hotel near the Magnificent Mile.
Highlights:
• Examine Chicago’s growth on a pro-fessor-led field trip through the city’s diverse neighborhoods.
• Experience the city’s new waterfront parks and visit the renovated Chicago History Museum.
• Enjoy expert-led visits to the Field Museum of Natural History and the re-nowned Art Institute of Chicago.
Meals: 12 total (5B, 4L, 3D)
Lodging: Centrally located hotel near the Magnificent Mile, overlooking the Chicago River.
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X Québec City, Québec
Signature Cities
Québec: A Signature City5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #19748NQB
Discover the best that Québec City has to offer as locals introduce you to the food, arts and history of this fascinating region. Explore the heart of Old Québec’s Upper and Lower Towns and examine the city’s extensive fortification system with an expert historian. Traverse down pedestrian streets and laneways to discover its quiet residential neighborhoods. A presentation at Musée National des Beaux Arts will introduce you to paintings and sculpture by Québecois artists. Lectures are brought to life with field trips encompassing both landmark sites and less heralded aspects of the city, opening doors to historic interiors that few visitors discover. Learn about Québec’s architecture and enjoy a farewell dinner at Le Château Frontenac.
Highlights:
• Explore the cobblestone streets and well-preserved 17th-century architecture of Old Québec with a local expert.
• Meet locals and experience the flavors of Québec on an expert-led culinary walk exploring the Rue St. Jean and historic Old Port market.
• Discover the rich cultural heritage at the National Museum of Fine Arts, boasting the highest concentration of artists in the province.
Meals: 12 total (5B, 3L, 4D)
Lodging: European-style hotel in the heart of Old Québec.
X San Antonio, Texas
Signature Cities
Signature City San Antonio5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #1981NQB
Active and Moderately Active levels are avail-
able.
San Antonio today is a vibrant meeting of centuries of crossed paths — Native Americans, Colonial Spain, Germans, Old Mexico, the Canary Islands, the Wild West, the Deep South — and its big, gracious heart pays homage to them all. At the Alamo, hear of Travis’ last stand, barge the scenic River Walk’s urban twists and turns, and put an unexpectedly revealing eye on San Antonio’s past.
Highlights:
• Delve into the 26 ethnic groups that settled the Texas frontier, including Germanic influences in the King William District , and explore a museum holding magnificent artworks by American artists, as well as a new museum full of western art.
• Hear our award-winning master sto-ryteller bring history and folklore alive through riveting tales — some true, some tall — that have been spun from cracker barrels to front porches for centuries.
• Learn how to make the perfect enchilada from a female chef who prepared tacos for a presidential dinner, and then sit down to a full Mexican feast.
Meals: 13 total (5B, 4L, 4D)
Lodging: Historic downtown hotel with rooftop pool located on San Antonio’s River Walk.
X Sedona, Arizona
National Parks Train Treks
The Best of Sedona: Natural and Cultural Landscapes in Red Rock Country5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #1062NQB
Discover why Sedona and the Grand Canyon are the two most awe-inspiring sites in Arizona. Go beyond the geology to uncover the natural and human histories of these color-splashed landscapes. Enjoy an exploration of Sedona’s best-loved sights and red-rock vistas. Ride the rails along the wild and scenic Verde River and beside its verdant canyon as you scan for wildlife. Journey via the towering beauty of Oak Creek Canyon to Grand Canyon National Park to explore this iconic and quintessential American treasure with time to walk along the rim while soaking in its grandeur.
Highlights:
• See ancient cliff dwellings while uncov-ering the past of the Sinagua people at Montezuma Castle National Monument.
• In Sedona, visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross and Airport Mesa with its magnifi-cent 360-degree views.
• Spend a full day at Grand Canyon Na-tional Park’s South Rim, complete with interpretive walks accompanied by a local expert.
Meals: 13 total (5B, 3L, 5D)
Lodging: Modern hotel in Sedona with red-rock views, seasonal swimming pool, walking trails nearby.
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X New York City, New York
Signature Cities
Signature City New York: The Big Apple Experience5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #8861NQB
Walking 2-5 miles, lots of stairs. Public trans-portation used throughout program.
Bubbling with history, culture, diversity and energy, New York is whatever one makes of it. Wave after wave of people from the Colonial era to the present have flocked to the Big Apple to seek their fortunes. Whether you’re a first-timer or a former New Yorker reacquainting yourself with old haunts, trace the story of New York from its Dutch beginnings and into the future as you absorb the city’s archi-tecture, economy, politics and more on expert-led field trips to great city icons.
Highlights:
• Discover the Metropolitan Museum of Art, a museum that is to New York what the Louvre is to Paris.
• Recall the heady days of the world’s largest privately owned entertainment and business complex at Rockefeller Plaza, outside and inside incredible Radio City Music Hall.
• Explore the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, gateway to America for millions of immigrants.
Meals: 11 total (5B, 2L, 4D)
Lodging: Midtown hotel within walking dis-tance of Times Square and Theater District.
X Charleston, South Carolina
Signature Cities
Signature City Charleston: Historic Plantations and Gardens5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #19403NQB
Active and Moderately Active levels are available.
In one of America’s most historic and beautiful cities, take a step back in time as you explore the manicured gardens, ornate home interiors and antebellum history of the plantations nestled within Charleston and the coastal Lowcountry. Encounter the life stories of those who lived and worked in these stately homes and historic plantations, black and white, slave and free. Learn about the Gullah people, slave descendants who have preserved more of their African heritage than any other com-munity in the country.
Highlights:
• Step inside the Nathaniel Russell Home and the Edmondston-Alston Home, Mid-dleton Place Plantation and Gardens and Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
• Attend the Charleston City Market, four blocks of open-air buildings where ven-dors sell paintings, pottery, sweetgrass baskets and more.
• Enjoy sumptuous Lowcountry cuisine, a sweetgrass basket-weaving demo, Gullah language and culture, and the only tea plantation in the U.S.
Meals: 12 total (5B, 3L, 4D)
Lodging: Lodging varies by date. Choose between an elegant hotel in Charleston’s historic district with an extensive art collection, lounge area and outdoor pool, and a new hotel across the water in Mount Pleasant steps away from Shem Creek.
X Oakhurst, California
National Parks Holidays
Seasons of Magic in Yosemite: Splendor in the Sierra Nevada5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #1197NQB
Optional hiking up to three miles on gently sloping terrain. Elevations up to 7,000 feet.
Experience the ever-changing beauty of Yosemite National Park and the expan-sive Sierra Nevada on an extraordinary adventure. Feel the mist of Bridalveil Falls. Delight in your first glimpse of Half Dome and Yosemite Valley from historic Tunnel View. Learn about 19th-century artist Albert Bierstadt and his panoramic oil paintings. Walk among towering sequoia trees. Led by an exceptional storyteller, hear the history of this legendary land-scape and delve into its geology, wildlife and vegetation during two fascinating field trips into Yosemite National Park.
Note: Enjoy a three-night version of this program, “Yosemite Getaway” (#11785NQB).
Highlights:
• Stand before natural and manmade marvels like El Capitan, Bridalveil Fall, Sentinel Bridge and Yosemite Falls.
• Walk trails that wind among giant sequoias, the world’s largest trees and some of the oldest living things on earth.
• Study Yosemite artists like Albert Bier-stadt, Thomas Moran and others, and visit the Ansel Adams Gallery and the Native American Village and Museum.
Meals: 15 total (5B, 5L, 5D)
Lodging: Clean, comfortable, rustic confer-ence center on 162 forested acres, walking trails on-site. Rooms are without televi-sions or telephones (both available in main lodge). Wi-Fi in all rooms.
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X Ireland
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The Best of Ireland: A Week on the Emerald Isle8 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #22088NQB
FLEX More time (and some meals) on your own.
From the ancient structures of Cashel to the academic legacy of Trinity College to the cultural hub of Dublin, experience the best of Ireland on this week-long learning adventure. Proud locals and knowledge-able experts take you off the tourist trail to show you the true meaning of their country’s heritage sites and centuries-old traditions.
Highlights:
• Hear from a local farmer and storyteller as you walk the historic countryside of the Ring of Kerry.
• View the famous Book of Kells as you explore historic Trinity College in the company of Irish undergraduates.
• Learn the story of Irish emigration to America and visit Cobh, the point of embarkation for millions of Irish setting sail for the New World.
Itinerary: Arrival Dublin, coach to Cork, 4 nights; coach to Dublin, 3 nights, depar-ture.
Meals: 14 total (7B, 2L, 5D)
Lodging: Cork: Centrally located hotel with modern amenities. Dublin: Conveniently located, modern hotel.
X England
London’s Cultural Heritage9 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #19320NQB
Journey through the ages from medieval to modern on the streets of London, tracing the lives of great figures from London’s history in the famous buildings they’ve in-habited. Talk of Henry VIII at his sumptu-ous Hampton Court Palace, discuss Queen Victoria’s Royal Albert Hall and Victoria and Albert Museum, study the architecture of Sir Christopher Wren at his churches that dot the city and relive Churchill’s “finest hour” at the Cabinet War Rooms and Churchill Museum.
Highlights:
• Expertly led scholarly field trips to the sites of London’s major historical events and eras, from the medieval city to the Victorian “Albertopolis” to Princess Diana’s Kensington Palace.
• Delve into the history of legal London at Lincoln’s Inn Fields and survey some of England’s greatest treasures at the British Museum.
• Take an evening tour of Sherlock Holmes’ London including a visit to a local pub.
Itinerary: Arrival London, 8 nights; de-parture.
Meals: 17 total (8B, 3L, 6D)
Lodging: Four-star hotel that was once the London residence of the Vanderbilt family, restored to its former glory.
X Italy
Rome: The Eternal City8 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #19688NQB
Rome is famously built on seven hills — you will explore them all during this program — but the heights reached by its art, architecture and influence are much higher than its summits. Venture beyond the popular icons of Rome to seek out its hidden treasures with local experts who lead you to enlightening experiences without the crowds. Captivating lectures and illustrated presentations delve into the Eternal City from before Caesar to modern Roman identity.
Highlights:
• Witness great masterpieces at the Vati-can Museums, the Sistine Chapel and the Galleria Borghese.
• Examine stunning frescoes, mosaics and sculptures in buildings such as: Basilica of St. Mary Major, a third-century Ro-man house, Capitoline museum.
• Local experts illuminate the history of Rome through lively presentations on topics like the art of Michelangelo and Bernini.
Itinerary: Arrival Rome, 7 nights; depar-ture.
Meals: 17 total (7B, 4L, 6D)
Lodging: Four-star hotel within walking distance to Piazza Venezia, Forum and Trevi Fountain.
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X France
Independent Paris: People, Places, Culture8 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #10034NQB |
From a table at a street-side café near the Sorbonne, you watch stu-dents excitedly discoursing, mothers shepherding children along the sidewalk, the life of a Parisian neighborhood unfolding before you. It’s just one moment in your independent exploration of the Paris behind the postcards. Stroll the grand boulevards, meet local experts who illuminate the city’s most marvelous treasures, compare the city’s diverse quarters and savor every new experience that crosses your path.
Highlights:
• A local Road Scholar expert introduces you to life as a Parisian as you explore Ile de la Cite, the center of Paris.
• Examine and discuss the art of Paris at museums, gardens and an open-air market.
• Enjoy ample free time for independent discoveries or choose to follow the group leader to intriguing corners of the city.
Note: Included in the Program Only Price: Seven nights hotel accommodation, six-day Métro and museum passes, all breakfasts, five lectures by a local expert, six escorted field trips and an option to join any of six additional escorted excursions at no additional charge. Not included: airport transfers.
Itinerary: Independent arrival Paris, 7 nights; independent depar-ture.
Meals: 10 total (7B, 1L, 2D)
Lodging: Small Parisian hotel in the heart of the historic Faubourg Saint-Antoine, near the Bastille and Marais districts.
X Greece
Greece: Island Hopping in the Aegean14 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20916NQB |
In the Cycladic Islands, discover where mild Aegean breezes refresh communities built among the remains of ancient civilizations and waves lap at the shores of fishing villages where traditional ways of life survive unchanged for centuries. From grand architecture to captivating archaeological sites, learn how the story of Greek civili-zation is the story of its islands.
Highlights:
• In Athens, climb the Acropolis to the Parthenon and discover Greece’s most important relics in the National Archaeological Museum.
• Come ashore on the islands of Mykonos, Delos, Paros and Santo-rini to learn about their role in Greek civilization and conjure the ancient Minoan civilization on the island of Crete.
• Participate in traditional music and dance and taste ouzo, a time-honored drink among Greeks.
Itinerary: Arrival Athens, 2 nights; ferry to Mykonos, 2 nights; ferry to Paros, 2 nights; ferry to Santorini, 2 nights; ferry to Crete, 3 nights; overnight ferry, 1 night; disembark Athens, 1 night; depar-ture.
Meals: 32 total (13B, 8L, 11D)
Lodging: Athens: Four-star hotel steps from Acropolis. Mykonos: Four-star hotel on shores of Aegean Sea. Paros: Cycladic-style hotel an easy walk to Old Town and seafront. Santorini: Elegant hotel amid fragrant gardens and palm trees. Crete: Boutique hotel with spectacular views of Venetian Fortress and Mediterranean.
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X Kenya | Tanzania
The Best of Kenya and Tanzania: A Classic Safari14 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #18783NQB
Follow the endless cycle of life as you track the big five on the Serengeti plains. Trace the migratory path north through the remote Serengeti, an area rarely visited by outsiders, and cross into Kenya’s Maasai Mara reserve to search for the elusive leop-ard. Learn about elephants in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro and rhinos in the Great Rift Valley.
Highlights:
• Replicate the annual migration as you journey from the Serengeti plains, through its riverine forest and rocky promontories, into the Maasai Mara.
• Search for the “Big Five” — lions, ele-phants, buffaloes, leopards and rhinos — in East Africa’s most iconic national parks.
• Discover the unique ecosystem of the Ngorongoro Crater.
Itinerary: Arrival Nairobi (Kenya), 1 night; safari van to Amboseli National Park, 2 nights; safari van to Ngorongoro Conser-vation Area (Tanzania), 2 nights; safari van to Serengeti National Park, 2 nights; safari van to Lake Victoria, 1 night; safari van and fly to Maasai Mara National Park, 3 nights; fly back to Nairobi 1 night; departure.
Meals: 34 total (12B, 12L, 10D)
Lodging: Nairobi: Historic hotel. Amboseli National Park: Luxury tented safari camp. Ngorongoro Conservation Area: Wildlife lodge. Serengeti National Park: Comfortable park lodge. Masai Mara National Park: Luxury tented safari camp.
X Cuba
Authentic Cuba: People and Society Today9 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20594NQB
Delve into the rich history and heri-tage of Cuba. In the heart of Havana and Cienfuegos, meet members of the local communities to discuss their lives and cultural traditions. Meet face-to-face with community leaders, local residents, artists, and intellectuals to discuss Cuba today and explore local landmarks that are significant to Cuba’s cultural heritage.
Highlights:
• Meet with members of a local musical group in Cienfuegos and learn about their careers as musicians.
• Enjoy lively interactions at a local Senior Center.
• Learn about conservation and enjoy lunch at a beachfront private enterprise.
Note: Round-trip charter flight from Miami to Cuba is included.
Itinerary: Arrival Miami, Fla., 1 night; flight to Santa Clara (Cuba), coach to Cienfuegos, 3 nights; coach to Havana, 4 nights; flight to Miami, 1 night, depar-ture.
Meals: 21 total (9B, 5L, 7D)
Lodging: Miami: Comfortable hotel near airport. Cienfuegos: Mid-Century modern hotel with outdoor pool. Havana: Historic landmark hotel on the Malecón.
X Costa Rica
Best Value
A Taste of Costa Rica8 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #8577NQB
Low-level clouds drift through the sweet cedar and hanging moss. Even in dim sun-light, the orchid’s flowers brighten your path as you hike. In this interdisciplinary introduction to Costa Rica, learn about the nation’s rain and cloud forests and the in-separable bond between the people and the land. Explore volcanic terrain and tropical gardens, as well as culture and history. Meet residents in local communities for an intimate experience of this peaceful nation.
Highlights:
• Hike through the mystical cloud forest at Monteverde and experience the thrill of white water rafting at Sarapiquí.
• Enjoy scenic views of Arenal Volcano from up in the rainforest canopy during a walk on a combination of nature trails and hanging bridges.
• An interactive presentation introduces an important gourmet coffee roaster in Costa Rica.
Itinerary: Arrival San José, 1 night; coach to Sarapiquí, 2 nights; coach to Arenal, 2 nights; coach to Monteverde, 2 nights; coach to San José, 1 night; departure.
Meals: 22 total (8B, 7L, 7D)
Lodging: San José: City center hotel. Sarapiqui: Rainforest eco-lodge. Arenal Volcano: Comfortable hotel with volcano views. Monteverde: Quiet, family-run hotel.
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X Australia
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Discover a Land Down Under: Melbourne, Adelaide & Sydney11 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #22091NQB |
FLEX More time (and some meals) on your own.
From koalas snoozing in gum trees to the vaulted “sails” of the Sydney Opera House, Australia is a land like no other. Journey from Melbourne to Adelaide to Sydney, getting a close-up view of exotic wildlife, experiencing magnificent coastal sights and learning about the rich indigenous heritage still vital to Australia’s cultural identity.
Highlights:
• Journey the length of Great Ocean Road, one of the world’s great-est coastal drives.
• Enjoy time to explore Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney on your own during full free days.
• Join an expert to explore the magnificent Sydney Opera House, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Itinerary: Arrival Melbourne 3 nights; coach to Port Campbell 1 night; coach to Adelaide 2 nights; flight to Sydney 2 nights; departure
Meals: 18 total (9B, 4L, 5D)
Lodging: Melbourne: Comfortable hotel located in the heart of Melbourne Port Campbell: Comfortable hotel Adelaide: Comfortable hotel near the city center and southern parklands Sydney: Hotel overlooking Darling Harbour.
X China
Classic Icons of China and Yangtze River Cruise15 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #15122NQB |
Gain a vivid overview of ancient and present-day China as you encounter its most significant icons. On the Yangtze, discover how the world’s third-longest river influenced China’s development for thousands of years. Uncover the differences between the South and North as you explore imperial Beijing, ancient Xi’an, cosmopolitan Shanghai, and sail beneath the mystical mountains of the Li River.
Highlights:
• Voyage down the Yangtze River, sailing through its legendary gorges, to the Three Gorges Dam to examine firsthand this ex-traordinary feat of engineering.
• Walk the Great Wall and enter the Forbidden City.
• Sail the Li River amidst mystical mountains that have shaped for centuries images in Chinese landscape painting and poetry.
Note: Optional tai chi and Chinese conversation classes.
Itinerary: Arrival Beijing, 3 nights; fly to Xi’an, 3 nights; fly to Guilin for coach to Yangshuo, 2 nights; fly to Chongqing, embark Yangtze vessel, 3 nights; fly to Shanghai, 3 nights; departure.
Meals: 37 total (14B, 12L, 11D)
Lodging: Beijing: Four-star hotel steps from historic sites. Xi’an: Hotel in heart of downtown. Yangshuo: Hotel on banks of beautiful Li River. Yangtze River Vessel: First-class vessel with outside cabins and private balconies. Shanghai: Gracious hotel near important sites.
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organizations when combined with a prior overview study opportunity.
This combination added a depth of understanding to our in-country lectures,
home visits and cultural understanding of China.”
— LEE ANN, LOS ANGELES, CALIF.
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X Oregon | Washington
Adventures Afloat
Lewis and Clark’s Discovery: The Columbia and Snake Rivers by Small Ship8 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20810NQB |
Amid breathtaking mountains and spectacular canyons, sail nearly 1,000 miles aboard a replica coastal steamer discovering lands forged by volcanoes and washed by catastrophic floods. Explore Portland’s unique culture, visit local vineyards and museums and learn about the adventure of Lewis and Clark from an expert.
Highlights:
• Discover Hells Canyon — one of the deepest gorges on earth — via a jet boat excursion along the Snake River.
• Thrill in the sight of the towering Multnomah Falls and sample wines at a local vineyard.
• Learn about the natural and cultural history of the Columbia River during a visit to the Hanford Reach Visitor Center
Itinerary: Arrival Portland, Ore., 1 night; embark Safari Legacy, 7 nights (ports of call include Clarkston, Richland, The Dalles, Asto-ria); disembark Portland, departure.
Meals: 23 total (8B, 7L, 8D)
Vessel Description: SS Legacy: With the look of a classic turn-of-the-century steamer on the outside, the Safari Legacy delights its passengers with an exquisite Victorian-style décor throughout its interior. Its staterooms comfortably accommodate up to 88 guests, and the ship features a stunning dining room, library and spa retreat.
X Alaska
Adventures Afloat
Alaska’s Inside Passage Up Close8 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #11479NQB |
Famed for deep glacial fjords, spectacular mountains and lush tem-perate rainforest, Alaska’s Inside Passage and Glacier Bay National Park offer natural and scenic gifts rivaled only by the rich histories of the indigenous nations who have lived here for millennia. Experience the magnificent sights, sounds and the amazing blue of glaciers. Study Alaska history at the new Alaska State Museum in Juneau, explore secluded bays via sea kayak or guided watercraft and visit an Alaskan sea life touch tank, all in the company of experts who narrate your experience with in-depth analysis of this yet untamed land.
Highlights:
• Traverse the waters of 30-mile-long Tracy Arm, a narrow fjord enclosed within soaring cliffs of granite and dotted with glittering icebergs.
• Board the White Pass narrow-gauge railway for an evocative jour-ney back through a frenzied time of uncertainty and adventure: the gold rush era.
• Along the way chances to see whales, puffins, otters, bears, mountain goats and sea Lions—the wealth of wildlife is amazing!
Note: Order of ports will vary subject to Glacier Bay schedule approved by the National Park Service. Please note that some departures operate in reverse.
Itinerary: Arrival Sitka, 1 night; embark Admiralty or Baranof Dream, 7 nights (ports of call include Eastern Baranof Island, Frederick Sound, Windham Bay or Hobart Bay, Tracy Arm Fjord, Juneau, Skag-way, Glacier Bay National Park); disembark Juneau, departure.
Meals: 23 total (8B, 7L, 8D)
Vessel Description: Baranof Dream: The 144-foot Baranof Dream fea-tures a shallow draft for navigating intimate coves and passages, a spacious bow for viewing fjords and glaciers, a covered outside deck and a relaxed cruising speed for optimum viewing of wilderness and wildlife. Cabins offer large viewing windows. The Lounge and Din-ing Room offer intimate venues to get to know your fellow travelers.
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X Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Adventures Afloat
The Galápagos: Natural and Cultural History10 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #6043NQB |
Study unique animal and plant species on this small ship voyage in one of the world’s most extraordinary settings — the Galápagos Islands. Encounter the fascinating wildlife that inspired Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution.
Highlights:
• Encounter the exotic animals that made the Galápagos famous including Blue-footed Boobies, Darwin finches, giant tortoises, and Marine Iguanas.
• Navigate the inlets, swim with sea lions, and snorkel off remote beaches in search of tropical marine life.
• Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz in search of giant tortoises living in the wild.
Itinerary: Arrival Quito (Ecuador), 2 nights; embark Tip Top III, 7 nights (ports of call include Baltra Island, Santa Cruz Island, Santiago Island, Bartolome Island, Genovesa Island, Puerto Egas, Isabela Island, Fernandina Island); disembark Baltra Island, flight to Guayaquil, 1 night; departure.
Meals: 28 total (10B, 9L, 9D)
Vessel Description: Galaxy II: The Galaxy II is a 88.5-foot-long first class motor catamaran built in 2014. The vessel can accommodate up to 16 passengers in eight air-conditioned cabins with en suite bathrooms. Cabins are located on the Upper and Main Decks and are all outward facing, with large windows. Public areas include a dining room, common room, bar, sun/sky deck and small library.
X Croatia | Montenegro
Adventures Afloat
The Best of Croatia: A Coastal Voyage by Yacht12 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20118NQB |
With its turquoise waters, idyllic coves and 1,000 islands, Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast is best discovered by boat. Set sail on a privately chartered yacht for an adventure that leads to rural villages and breathtaking national parks and into fascinating history.
Highlights:
• Discover Diocletian’s Palace, built as a massive seaside retirement villa by the Roman emperor.
• Explore Mljet National Park, distinguished by its dense woods, beautiful saltwater lakes and island monastery.
• Spend an afternoon and night in Montenegro to explore the town of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Note: Please note that some dates operate in reverse, beginning in Split (Croatia) and ending in Herceg Novi (Montenegro). Departures operate on one of three different ships: MSY Barbara, MY Futura, and MS Aloha.
Itinerary: Arrival Dubrovnik (Croatia), coach to Herceg Novi (Mon-tenegro), 2 nights Herceg Novi; coach to Dubrovnik, embark vessel, 7 nights on board (ports of call Dubrovnik, Island of Mljet National Park, Korcula Town, Hvar Town, Stari Grad, Trogir, and Split); dis-embark Split, 2 nights Split ; departure.
Meals: 28 total (11B, 8L, 9D)
Vessel Description: Futura: Built in 2013, this beautiful and modern yacht measures 154 feet and can carry up to 38 passengers in 19 cabins. The ship features a large sun deck, lounge and WiFi throughout. Cabin amenities include air conditioning, safe, and hairdryer.
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X France
Adventures Afloat
The Seine: D-Day Beaches to Paris14 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #12416NQB |
Trace the events of history’s largest invasion on June 6, 1944, from Normandy’s beaches to the liberation of Paris. At charming ports of call local experts discuss life along the Seine River, ranging from medieval history to Impressionist art.
Highlights:
• Delve into the events of D-Day with experts at Sainte Mere Eglise and Utah and Omaha Beaches.
• Explore the historic sites of Paris’s World War II occupation and learn about its final liberation in August 1944.
• Voyage along the Seine in comfort aboard a deluxe two-deck river ship.
• Enjoy the opportunity to spend two nights and two full days in Paris — one is spent on board the vessel and one in a hotel.
Itinerary: Arrival Paris (France), coach to Caen, 5 nights; coach to Honfleur, embark vessel, 6 nights (ports of call include Caudebec, Rouen, Giverny); disembark Paris, 1 night; departure.
Meals: 34 total (13B, 10L, 11D)
Vessel Description: MS France: The MS France is a deluxe two-deck river ship that was built in 2001 and refurbished in 2010. It is 110 meters long and can accommodate 159 passengers in its 78 cabins, all of which have windows. Each cabin is equipped with a window, TV, radio, safe and private bathroom with shower and hair dryer. Public spaces include a dining room, lounge, bar and dance floor, central heating, gift shop, radiophone, radar, large sun deck with deck chairs, library, fully air-conditioned.
X Cuba
Adventures Afloat
A Caribbean Voyage to Cuba7 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #21303NQB |
Discover the people and culture of Cuba on a round-trip voyage from Montego Bay, Jamaica. Learn about traditions and daily life as you engage with youth, seniors and business owners. Enjoy dance performances and presentations by community arts organizations as you step back in time in the colonial streets of Santiago de Cuba, experience the heart of Old Havana, the Caribbean panache of feisty Cienfuegos and the Spanish influence in Trinidad de Cuba. Partici-pate in exclusive Road Scholar People-to-People interactions in each port, and engage in fascinating onboard lectures.
Highlights:
• Delve into Cuban culture and history during exclusive Road Schol-ar activities onboard the ship.
• Attend performances, rehearsals and presentations by community organizations in Havana and Santiago de Cuba.
• Meet and talk with private entrepreneurs, youth, performers, art-ists and others who introduce you to the full spectrum of modern Cuban life.
Itinerary: Arrival Montego Bay (Jamaica) to embark MV Celestyal Cristal, 7 nights (ports of call include Santiago de Cuba(Cuba), Hava-na, Maria La Gorda, Cienfuegos; disembark Montego Bay (Jamaica) for departure.
Meals: 20 total (7B, 6L, 7D)
Vessel Description: Celestyal Crystal: This 521-foot ship offers a yacht-like experience for up to 1,200 passengers. Its elegant public spaces include three restaurants, several lounges, a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, gym and spa. Passengers will enjoy Mediterranean breezes on the sun deck and open promenades. All cabins have private baths, air conditioning, TV and radio.
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X Vietnam | Cambodia
Adventures Afloat
Angkor Wat and the Mekong River: Life Along the Mekong in Cambodia and Vietnam14 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #19033NQB |
In the 19th and 20th centuries the nations of Vietnam and Cambo-dia — the offspring of empires that dominated Asia for more than 1,000 years — were beset by imperial warfare and ethnic violence. Today, these modern states are integrating into the global commu-nity even as they mend the wounds of an era of atrocity. Consider legacies both bleak and beautiful as you navigate up the Mekong River to access villages and rice paddies where authentic Khmer and Vietnamese culture lives on.
Highlights:
• Visit Vietnam’s National University to meet with a professor and students.
• Sail along the Cho Gao Canal and observe local people as they tend the land, fish and travel to and from market.
• Learn about the depredations of the Khmer Rouge at the “Killing Fields” and the S-21 Interrogation Center.
• Uncover the story of the Khmer Empire while exploring the Ang-kor Temple Complex.
Note: Please note that some dates operate in reverse.
Itinerary: Arrival Siem Reap (Cambodia), 3 night; embark mv Toum Teave, 7 nights (ports of call include Tonle Sap, Kampong Chhnang, Phnom Penh, Mekong Delta, Cho Gao Canal); disembark Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), 2 nights; departure.
Meals: 33 total (12B, 11L, 10D)
Vessel Description: Toum Tiou: Built in 2001, this river vessel has two large decks with 10 air-conditioned rooms accommodating up to 18 participants on exclusive charters. Each room has a window facing the water and a private toilet, shower and sink.
X Italy | Croatia | Greece
Adventures Afloat
Voyages to Antiquity: Venice, Athens and the Adriatic Coast14 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #19079NQB |
The dramatic beauty of the Adriatic coast has long inspired writers, poets and artists. Experience sun-splashed islands, lofty mountains plunging into the sea, winding fjords and magnificent bays. Soak in manmade splendor from the Byzantine beauty of St. Mark’s to the classical elegance of Ancient Olympia and Epidaurus.
Highlights:
• Discover the magnificent Acropolis of Athens and examine arti-facts up close at the Acropolis Museum.
• Learn about the Olympic Games at the ancient sanctuary of Olym-pia.
• Experience Venice like a local, venturing off the beaten path to explore its neighborhoods.
Itinerary: Arrival Athens (Greece) 2 nights; embark Aegean Odyssey, 9 nights (ports of call include Gythion, Katakolon, Ithaca, Corfu, Sa-rande (Albania), Dubrovnik (Croatia), Split, Zadar, Ravenna (Italy), disembark Venice, 2 nights; departure.
Meals: 35 total (13B, 10L, 12D)
Vessel Description: Aegean Odyssey: The Aegean Odyssey is a premium-class ship especially rebuilt for sailing along shallow coastlines, among remote islands and into small, uncrowded harbors that larger ocean liners can’t reach. Public areas include several gourmet restaurants, library, Internet center, sweeping sun decks, outdoor pool, gym and spa.
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X Gardiner, Montana
Family Program National Parks
Yellowstone’s Great Outdoor Adventures for Families5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20977NQB |
Z For grandchildren ages 9 and up.
From streamside habitats to forested mountains, come together as a family for a week of exploring the wild wonders of Yel-lowstone National Park. Enjoy adventures and hands-on explorations within the largest nearly intact temperate ecosystem on earth, where plants, animal, bugs, fish, water, geology, habitat and weather pat-terns work together to make the whole.
Note: This is a Family program for participants, their adult children and grandchildren ages 9 and up.
Highlights:
• Experience riparian habitat and geology while rafting the mighty Yellowstone River outside the park and then make camp for a night under star-filled skies.
• Yellowstone’s volcano is revealed through thermal basin, canyon, forest and foothill hikes, and you examine mud pots, fumaroles, geysers and hot springs and search for wildlife in their native habitat.
• The creak of saddle leather and hoof beats on the trail punctuate trailside discoveries in the high country, followed by an authentic cowboy cookout and campfire.
Meals: 14 total (5B, 4L, 5D)
Lodging: Comfortable local hotel most nights. One night camping in wall tents.
X Chicago, Illinois
Family Program
Family Adventures in the Windy City5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #22001NQB |
Z For grandchildren ages 8 and up.
Chicago is a world-class city rich in history, art, culture, parks and recreational opportunities just perfect for families to learn, play and grow together! Join up with your children and grandchildren for an in-depth, family-style exploration of all that this city has to offer. Experience Chicago from the shores of Lake Michigan and from the parks and museums alongside it, and get to know the entire city from the tallest building in North America to Wrigley Field to Hyde Park, home of President Obama. Let the city of “Big Shoulders” open its arms wide and welcome you and your whole family!Note: This is a Family program for participants, their adult children and grandchildren ages 8 and up.
Highlights:
• Go behind the scenes at the world-fa-mous Museum of Science and Industry.
• Visit iconic Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, where an expert takes you to stadium areas most fans never see.
• Experience the city from the Skydeck of the tallest building in North America while learning how it was built.
Meals: 9 total (4B, 1L, 4D)
Lodging: Downtown hotel with indoor pool and gym.
X Mount Rushmore, South Dakota
Family Program National Parks
Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and the Badlands: Expanding Horizons 5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #4752NQB |
Z For grandchildren ages 8 and up.
Enjoy the fun of shared time as you explore Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park and the beauti-ful Black Hills. Saddle up for a Western trail ride and discover ancient fossils and lunar-like deposits in the Badlands. Share stories around an open fire while you learn, laugh and create memories with your multi-generational family.
Note: This is a Family program for participants, their adult children and grandchildren ages 8 and up.
Highlights:
• Go horseback riding, splash in a historic warm water spring, visit a mammoth sink hole and learn how to pan for gold like Potato Creek Johnny.
• Experience Custer State Park’s “wildlife loop” in search of buffalo, pronghorns, begging burrows and big horn sheep.
• Take a chair lift up to a ridge for a spe-cial view of Mount Rushmore and feel the wind in your hair as you zip down on the Alpine slide.
Meals: 13 total (5B, 3L, 5D)
Lodging: Secluded lodge with a view of Mount Rushmore on 45 forested acres with large meadow that is often a wildlife playground.
X Begins in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Family Program Outdoor Adventures
Snorkeling, Zip-Lines & More: Family Adventures on Puerto Rico’s Coral Reef7 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #21911NQB |
Z For grandchildren ages 9 and up.
The coral reefs of Puerto Rico are some of the most beautiful eco-systems in the world. Thousands of species rely on reefs for surviv-al, just as thousands of communities all over the world also depend on them for food, protection and jobs. Come with your family to Puerto Rico and snorkel the waters around this beautiful island to learn firsthand about the biology of coral reefs and the efforts being made to conserve and protect them even as they are threatened. Visit waterfalls and hike rainforest trails, go for a night hike in a nature reserve and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters with help from professional divers.
Note: This is a Family program for participants, their adult children and grandchildren ages 9 and up.
Highlights:
• At Culebra Island, one of the most spectacular eco-destinations in the Caribbean, go snorkeling among turtles, stingrays and coral reefs in the company of certified professionals.
• Go hiking at night in Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve with a local naturalist who leads you to the top of the Fajardo Light-house.
• Experience the beauty and excitement of the rainforest on an expert-led zip-lining adventure at Yunque Rainforest EcoAdven-ture Park.
Meals: 19 total (7B, 6L, 6D)
Lodging: Comfortable hotels in both San Juan and Fajardo.
X Costa Rica
Family Program
Tropical Paradise 8 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #19799NQB |
Y For grandchildren ages 9-12.
Active. Unhurried. Environmentally aware. Live the Pura Vida — the “pure life” — of Costa Rica with three generations of your fami-ly. Explore a tropical paradise home to some of the world’s most pristine ecosystems from beautiful beaches to verdant rainforests to a living volcano. Encounter and learn about wildlife including crocodiles, turtles, macaws and more.
Highlights:
• Explore the base of Arenal Volcano to learn about geothermal activity and swim in nearby hot springs.
• Join a turtle expert on an evening beach walk in search of nesting turtles.
• Zipline and walk through the jungle during an energizing water-falls canopy tour and jungle challenge.
Itinerary: Arrival San José, 2 nights; coach and boat to Tortuguero, 2 nights; boat and coach to Arenal Volcano, 2 nights; coach to Punta Leona, 4 nights; coach to San José; departure
Meals: 22 total (8B, 7L, 7D)
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X Galapagos
Adventures Afloat Family Program
The Galápagos: Natural and Cultural History: Family Program10 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20873NQB |
Z For grandchildren ages 8 and up.
Study unique animal and plant species in one of the world’s most extraordinary settings. Learn about delicate ecosystems, Darwin’s observations and the human impact on the Galápagos.
Highlights:
• Encounter the animals that made the Galápagos famous including Blue-footed Boobies, giant tortoises, and marine iguanas.
• Swim and snorkel among colorful fish, rays, and playful sea lions.
• Examine unique volcanic formations such as lava bombs, spatter, and cinder cones during island hikes.
Note: This is a Family program for participants, their adult children and grandchildren ages 8 and up. Cruise itinerary and islands visited can be changed without prior notice.
Itinerary: Arrival Quito (Ecuador), 2 nights; flight to Galápagos and board vessel, 7 nights; disembark and flight to Quito, 1 night; departures.
Meals: 28 total (10B, 9L, 9D)
Vessel Description: Yolita II: The Yolita II is a 114-foot, expedition-sized vessel that can accommodate 16 passengers in 10 cabins.
X South Africa | Zambia | Botswana
Family Program
Family African Adventure: Wildlife Encounters With Your ‘Pride’13 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20948NQB |
Z For grandchildren ages 10 and up..
Three generations learn about wildlife, culture and human history of Africa together through field trips, game drives, walking safaris and fun activities. Search for the Big Five (elephant, lion, rhino, Cape buffalo and leopard) and many other fascinating creatures in the wilderness. Learn the skills needed to survive in the African bush and meet the elephants saved by a rescue operation up-close.
Highlights:
• Learn to track African wildlife on foot and during game drives.
• See the awesome Victoria Falls, one of the world’s biggest water-falls.
• Enjoy a scenic sunset boat ride on the Zambezi River and keep an eye out for wildlife along the banks.
Note: This is a Family program for participants, their adult children and grandchildren ages 10 and up.
Itinerary: Arrival Johannesburg (South Africa), 2 nights; coach to Plumari Game Reserve, 3 nights; flight to Kasane (Botswana), coach to Chobe National Park, 3 nights; coach and boat to Livingstone (Zambia), 3 nights; flight to Johannesburg for departure.
Meals: 33 total (11B, 11L, 11D)
Lodging: Johannesburg: Charming lodge with lush gardens. Plumari Game Reserve: Lovely thatched chalets with patios and private baths. Chobe National Park: Authentic tented safari camp with twin beds and attached baths. Livingstone: Luxury lodge overlooking the Zambezi River.
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X Grand Manan Island, New Brunswick
Outdoor Adventures
Fundy Spring and Fall Migrations: Birding on Grand Manan Island
6 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #5377NQB | Walking up to one mile. Must be able to board and disembark vessel. Bring your own binoculars for birding.
Grand Manan is internationally renowned as a bird watcher’s paradise, still teeming with the myriad bird species that captivated J.J. Audubon in 1833. On this field trip-based program, study the seasonal migrants of the Grand Manan archipelago, and round out your week of learning with a visit to the Alan Moses Bird Collection at the island museum.
Note: Includes round-trip transfers from St John with pick-up/drop off at airport or hotels.
Highlights:
• Experience a six-hour boat trip among the outer islands to study seasonal migratory birds.
• Field trips unveil the Anchorage Bird Sanctuary, the beaches and ponds of White Head Island, Castalia Marsh Sanctuary and more.
• Local interpreters and experts deliver up-close encounters with birds, sea life and the inter-tidal zone.
Meals: 17 total (6B, 5L, 6D)
Lodging: Century-old inn with period furnishings, large verandah overlooking fisherman’s wharf.
X Naples, Florida
Outdoor Adventures
Birding Southwest Florida, Sanibel and the Everglades
5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #11908NQB | Walking up to 2.6 miles one day; other walks 1-2 miles over varied terrain.
Discover diverse birding habitats in the Western Everglades and Ca-loosahatchee Watershed. Boardwalks, beach paths and hiking trails help us penetrate swamps, pines, oak hammocks and mangrove forests to see wintering birds and native breeders. Twenty species of wading birds call southwest Florida home, in addition to a variety of birds of prey, including Bald Eagles, Swallow-tailed Kites and the endangered Snail Kite. Purple Gallinules and eastern Burrowing Owls are our rarer natives.
Highlights:
• Walk the boardwalk at Fakahatchee State Preserve, looking for bald eagles, anhingas, ospreys and owls.
• Explore a wildlife refuge that is a habitat to more than 220 species — including the colorful Roseate Spoonbill.
• Experience Tigertail Beach’s exceptionally tame plovers.
Meals: 14 total (5B, 4L, 5D)
Lodging: Comfortable hotel with pool, fitness center.
“Our bird club has enjoyed numerous Road Scholar charter programs.
All have been outstanding. Excellent organization, terrific instructors and
lots of friendly, helpful folks made for some great birding experiences.”
— JERRY, WIMBERLEY, TEXAS
“Our family of 15 recently traveled
to the Galápagos Islands with
Road Scholar. I have been highly
recommending it to friends.”
GLORIA, CHATTANOOGA, TN
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X Costa Rica
Outdoor Adventures
Costa Rica Birding: Off-the-Beaten Path — Motmots to Quetzals10 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20616NQB | Walking up to three miles a day over uneven terrain in tropical conditions.
In this small-group adventure, go off-the-beaten path to explore some of the less-visited birding hot spots in Costa Rica. In a range of habitats — primary premontane forest, oak woodlands, cloud forests and more — spot myriad rare and vibrant species. Each unique and beautiful location offers the chance to identify numerous intriguing endemic and migratory birds in one of the world’s great birding destinations.
Highlights:
• Observe brilliantly colored Resplendent Quetzals while they feed on the fruit of the aguacatillo tree.
• Spot nocturnal birds and mammals, including owls, on nighttime hikes.
• Look for water birds and shore birds during a boat ride along the mangrove-lined banks of the Tarcoles River.
Note: Maximum group size for this program is 12. So you can get the most out of your experience, all of our birding programs have a maximum participant-to-instructor ratio of 14:1. Road Scholar birding programs are conducted in accordance with the American Birding Association’s Code of Ethics. Learn more at http://www.aba.org/about/ethics.html
Itinerary: Arrival San Jose, 1 night; coach to Carara, 2 night; coach to Golfito, 2 nights; coach to San Vito, 2 nights; coach to San Gerardo, 2 nights; coach to San Jose, 1 night; departure.
Meals: 31 total (11B, 10L, 10D)
Lodging: San Jose: Mountain hotel. Carara: Rainforest lodge. Golfito: Rainforest lodge. San Vito: Lodge and research station. San Gerardo: Lodge in private cloud forest reserve.
X Cuba
Outdoor Adventures New
Birding in Cuba: Discover the Island’s Exotic & Native Species15 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #22426NQB
Venture to coastal habitats, tropical rainforests and Biosphere Re-serves in search of vibrant, exotic birds — many of which can only be found here, on the captivating island of Cuba. Exploring with an ornithology expert, look for the brilliant yellow collar of the Cuban Grassquit, spy the dazzling green and red Cuban Parakeet and keep an eye out for the endangered Gundlach’s Hawk. On this unique journey, get a close-up view of many of Cuba’s endemic species, meet conservationists and scientists, and learn about culture and history in colonial Old Havana.
Highlights:
• With a birding expert, search for Cuba’s 368 bird species, includ-ing 25 species that can only be found here.
• Explore a variety of diverse bird habitats on field trips to National Parks and UNESCO Biosphere Reserves.
• Meet the locals and learn about organic farming and conservation projects.
Itinerary: Arrival Miami, 1 night; charter flight to Camaguey, 2 nights; coach to Cayo Coco, 3 nights; coach to Topes de Collantes, 2 nights; coach to Zapata, 3 nights; coach to San Diego de Los Baños, 2 nights; coach to Havana, 2 nights; flight to Miami, departure.
Meals: 43 total (15B, 14L, 14D)
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X Moab, Utah
Outdoor Adventures National Parks
Biking Arches and Canyonlands National Parks5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #2270NQB | Quality 24-speed hybrid-style bicycles are provided, including back rack and small pack. Bring bicycle helmets. Bicycling 10-30 miles daily at ele-vations from 5,000 -7,000 feet. Rolling hills, easy to moderate climbs, some steep, on paved national and state park roads/highways with moderate traffic. Hikes up to four miles to arches.
Pedal your way through rock monuments created in eons past on this incredible bicycle journey. Descend from the scenic La Sal Mountains into the deserts and canyonlands while learning about the natural forces that shaped these markers of time from before the era of dinosaurs. Hike up to the arches and mesas of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks and ride past spectacular unnamed formations. Enjoy the vista from Grandview Overlook, and return to Moab, east-central Utah’s outdoor adventure gateway and preferred backdrop of many Western films.
Highlights:
• Witness the stunning Island in the Sky and Needles districts of Canyonlands National Park and learn about flora and fauna adapt-ed to the harsh climate.
• Experience the view and thrilling, all-day descent from the peaks of the La Sal Mountains into Moab.
• Learn from experts about the volcanic activity and erosion that created the “painted” rocks and arches.
Meals: 10 total (5B, 5D)
Lodging: Comfortable lodge with swimming pool centrally located in Moab.
X Italy
Outdoor Adventures
From the Alps to Verona: A Cycling Odyssey Through Northern Italy11 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #20865NQB | For novice to experienced cyclists comfortable biking as a group 20-38 miles a day at a rate of 10-12 mph, with rest breaks every 25 minutes. Personal bike helmet required, 27-speed hybrid bikes provided. Cycling will be primarily on dedicated paved and some unpaved bicycle paths, some secondary roads. Walking up to one mile/day, standing for up to two hours/day on uneven terrain, stairs and cobblestones.
Follow the Adige River Valley from the shadow of the Alps, through the Dolomites in Trentino, across Lake Garda and onto the plains of Veneto, a journey by bicycle that exposes you to Northern Italy at the pace of a true explorer, not a mere tourist. Accompanied by experts and other cyclists, ride to ancient Roman outposts, sprawl-ing vineyards and great monuments of the German — and Italian — speaking worlds, stopping for local insights and perspectives on each treasure you encounter.
Highlights:
• Marvel at Otzi, the 5,300-year-old mummy found in a local glacier.
• Ferry across Italy’s largest lake to the ancient villa ruins of Ve-ronese poet Gaio Valerio Catullo.
• Learn about the art of winemaking at a unique production facility near Salorno.
Itinerary: Arrival Innsbruck (Austria), coach to San Valentino alla Muta (Italy), 1 night; bike to Silandro, 1 night; bike to Merano, 1 night; bike to Bolzano, 2 nights; bike to Salorno, 1 night; bike to Trento, 1 night; bike to Lake Garda, 1 night; ferry to Sirmione, bike to Peschiera del Garda, 1 night; bike to Mantova, 1 night; coach to Verona, departure.
Meals: 20 total (10B, 10D)
Lodging: Centrally located three- and four-star hotels throughout.
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X Austria | Germany
Outdoor Adventures
Bicycling Along the Danube13 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #3044NQB | For experienced cyclists biking 15-40 miles a day at 10-12 mph, with rest breaks every 25 minutes. Cycling will be primarily on dedicated paved bicycle paths. Participants must bring their own bicycle helmet. Field trips and excursions require walking and standing up to two hours.
Centuries ago, “treppelweg,” or towpaths, were laid down along the mighty Danube so that horses could pull barges along the river. This system allowed goods to be transported between the Black Forest and the Black Sea — a 1,777-mile journey. In Germany and Austria, many of these storied paths have today been converted into beautiful bike paths. Follow the “treppelweg” on a bike journey that reveals the environments, folklore and city and village life along the Danube.
Highlights:
• Led by experts who know the Danube well, bike along this river on scenic, car-free bike paths.
• Discover the fascinating history of shipping on the Danube River during a visit to the Schiffahrtsmuseum tucked away in Castle Greinburg.
• Enjoy an organ concert at St. Stephan’s Cathedral in Passau, home to the largest church organ in the world..
Itinerary: Arrival Munich (Germany), coach to Deggendorf, 2 nights; bike to Passau, 2 nights; bike to Schlogen (Austria), 1 night; bike to Linz, 2 nights; bike to Grein, 1 night; bike to Melk, 1 night; bike to Krems, 1 night; bike to Tulln, coach to Vienna, 2 nights; departure.
Meals: 24 total (12B, 12D)
Lodging: Deggendorf: Hotel outside town. Passau: Hotel in historic district. Schlogen: Riverside hotel. Linz: Downtown hotel. Grein: Hotel on main square. Melk: Hotel in historic district. Krems: Hotel near town center. Vienna: Historic hotel.
X Healdsburg, California
Outdoor Adventures
Wine Country Biking5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #17660NQB | Bike 15-25 miles a day on scenic country roads with some hills. Program designed for recreational riders with intermediate riding ability. Daily rides on country roads, not bike trails. Maps will be available for anyone who wants to extend their ride at the end of the day.
Make a cyclist’s and wine-lover’s pilgrimage to Healdsburg in Sonoma County, the heart of Northern California’s famed wine country. Pedal country roads to some of the more than 200 wineries nourished by bountiful sunshine and Pacific microclimates in this land of plenty. Enjoy picnic lunches at wineries and historic sites along the trail and learn about the art of raising grapes and turning them into fine wines. Discuss Sonoma County’s intriguing history and learn the finer points of tasting and enjoying wine.
Note: All hybrid bikes and helmets are provided. You may bring your own bike and/or helmet.
Highlights:
• A knowledgeable outfitter handles your cycling needs and leads the way along the back roads of wine country, allowing you to simply enjoy your surroundings and absorb new knowledge.
• Become a more discerning taster and customer during an evening wine-appreciation session with an expert instructor.
• Learn about the rich history of Healdsburg and the area surround-ing it during a historian’s lecture and an expert-led discovery of the Healdsburg Museum and Historical Society.
Meals: 12 total (5B, 3L, 4D)
Lodging: Comfortable inn with heated outdoor pool, fitness room and bocce court.
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X Sedona, Arizona
Outdoor Adventures
Hiking Sedona: Adventure in the Red Rocks5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #2117NQB | Daily hikes of 4-8 miles over sometimes rocky terrain and elevation chang-es of up to 1,000 feet. Hikes will be on both established trails and off-trail with uneven terrain, high steps, desert vegetation and rocky areas. Hikes are usually conducted as one group with a hike leader and a sweep, but for our most challenging hike we will have an extra leader to facilitate varying hiking speeds.
In Sedona’s spectacular red-rock country, travel pathways in multi-hued canyons with field-based instruction bringing you face-to-face with the majesty of this world-renowned hiking destination. Explore hidden ruins and unparalleled red rock landscapes.
Highlights:
• Spend five days hiking in Sedona’s red-rock country.
• Discover plant life unique to the Sedona area.
• Experts discuss the region’s archaeology, ethnobotany and Colo-rado Plateau geology.
Meals: 14 total (5B, 4L, 5D)
Lodging: Modern hotel in Sedona with red-rock views, seasonal swimming pool, walking trails nearby.
X Galápagos
Outdoor Adventures
Survival of the Fittest: Hiking, Biking & Water Sports on the Galápagos Islands 10 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #21781NQB |
Trails are easy or moderately challenging; volcano hike is challenging. Island transfers can be in rough waters. Kayak and paddle board on calm bays. Biking difficulty is moderate on sandy coastal roads.
Get up close to the amazing wildlife and surreal landscapes of the Galápagos Islands as you hike, snorkel, paddle and bike your way from one unforgettable natural scene to the next. Along the way, naturalists and local experts illuminate the unusual birds, sea life and terrestrial animals that have evolved in “nature’s laboratory.” This learning adventure is an opportunity to experience the islands’ unique environments in a way that most visitors to the Galápagos seldom do.
Highlights:
• While hiking, biking and kayaking, come into contact with the rich wildlife of the Galápagos Islands.
• Snorkel off remote beaches in search of marine life and hike up to the edge of the second largest caldera in the world.
• Expert naturalists provide fascinating insight into the survival and adaptive techniques of the indigenous animals, including Blue-footed Boobies, Darwin’s finches and giant tortoises.
itinerary: Arrival Guayaquil, 2 nights; fly to Baltra, ferry and coach to Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz and boat to Floreana Island (Galápagos Islands), 3 nights, boat to Isabela Island, 3 nights; boat to Santa Cruz Island, 1 night; flight to Guayaquil, 1 night; departure.
Meals: 26 total (10B, 9L, 7D)
Lodging: Guayaquil: Comfortable downtown hotel. Floreana Island: Oceanfront lodge near a secluded bay. Isabela Island: Comfortable beachside hotel. Santa Cruz: Comfortable hotel.
“We have chartered 12 hike-oriented
Road Scholar programs so far. These
programs often take us on hikes we
couldn’t have found for ourselves.”
— RON, CLEVELAND, OHIO
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X Canmore, Alberta
Outdoor Adventures National Parks
Canadian Rocky Mountain Hiking: Banff, Lake Louise and Yoho6 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #5339NQB
Activity options available: Moderate (5-6 miles; 1,000-1,700 feet elevation gain) or Motivated (7-9 miles; 1,200-2,400 feet elevation gain). Starting elevations of 4,200-7,200 feet.
Hike the alpine trails of the Canadian Rockies at the national parks of Banff and Yoho. Expert-led hikes explore the clear streams, turquoise glacial lakes, and mountain vistas while learning about glaciology, human history, and the unique wildlife of each region. Admire the world-famous Lake Louise as you learn about the challenges the future holds for these gems of Canada’s wilderness.
Highlights:
• Explore alpine meadows, forests, and mountain wildflowers on expert-led hikes as you learn about the region’s ecology, history, and biodiversity.
• Learn about the remarkable Spiral Tun-nels and witness the amazing engineer-ing feats of early railway construction.
• Discover treasures such as the Victoria Glacier and the Grand Chateau Lake Lou-ise on the shores of Lake Louise.
Meals: 16 total (6B, 5L, 5D)
Lodging: Rooms with mountain views. Free shuttle from Calgary Airport.
X Gardiner, Montana
Outdoor Adventures National Parks
Hiking in Yellowstone: Take a Walk on the Wild Side5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #4874NQB
On Moderately Challenging dates, expect
hikes of 3-6 miles on established hiking trails at elevations of 5,200-10,243 feet. Challenging dates: expect hikes of 5-8 miles on each of four field days.
Yellowstone National Park offers 1,200 miles of hiking, walking and backpacking trails that wind through the park’s 2.2 million acres of spectacular and mostly untouched terrain. Led by a naturalist, explore pathways that thread through Yellowstone’s matchless landscape of diverse flora, thermal features, landforms, canyons, cascades and waterways.
Note: Maximum of 12 participants per hiking group; participants generally divided into two groups to hike.
Highlights:
• Discover a spectacular and mostly untouched landscape while hiking a fragment of Yellowstone’s 1,200 miles of backpacking, hiking and walking trails.
• Four days in the field offer a tantalizing glimpse of the Great Caldera’s infinite wonders.
• An instructor’s interpretation and obser-vations enhance your hiking field trips and provide an intimate portrait of the park’s wildlife, habitats and geology.
Meals: 13 total (5B, 4L, 4D)
Lodging: Motel, patio overlooking Yellow-stone River. Some rooms up one flight of stairs.
X Moab, Utah
Outdoor Adventures National Parks
Hiking Arches and Canyonlands National Parks5 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #6132NQB
Challenging: Hiking up to 10 miles daily on varied terrain; elevations of 4,000-12,000 feet. Moderately Challenging: Hiking 2-8 miles daily; elevations of 4,000-6,000 feet.
From the countless spires to the deep canyons, our hiking journey through Utah’s Arches and Canyonlands National Parks reveals how nature’s forces have jointly sculpted and scoured this dramatic landscape. During daily hikes with natural history experts, explore the spectacu-lar arch and canyon formations and the geological record, view ancient petroglyphs and investigate salt dome collapses and ancient fault lines.
Highlights:
• Trek different sections of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks including the Needles Slickrock Trails and Island in the Sky White Rim Overlook.
• Discover how the sedimentary layers have left a record dating back more than 250 million years.
• Observe the geologic wonders of the Fisher Towers and Utah’s signature Delicate Arch.
Meals: 13 total (5B, 4L, 4D)
Lodging: Comfortable lodge with swim-ming pool centrally located in Moab.
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Outdoor Adventures
Walking & Hiking in Idyllic Tuscany and Mystical Umbria11 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #3573NQB | Walking 4-8 miles per day over the course of 3-5 hours; trails and dirt roads are well-marked and generally gently undulating with some rocky sections and steep ascents and descents. Elevations of 5700 feet. Sturdy walking/hiking shoes are required (ankle-high shoes are not required, but highly recommended).
Walk and hike through the incomparable Italian countryside and get up close to the culture, history, geology, art, flora and fauna of Tus-cany and Umbria. Discover not only storied beauty and panoramic views of rolling pastures, famed vineyards and olive groves, but also learn about and appreciate some of the most historic and best-pre-served medieval towns, villages and monuments in Europe.
Highlights:
• In the town of Bevagna learn about two of Umbria’s finest Ro-manesque churches, while in Siena marvel at the medieval archi-tecture made of sienna-colored brick.
• Follow in the footsteps of Saint Francis as you visit his hermitage and explore the town of Assisi.
• Savor the best cuisine in Tuscany at a special lunch at a mountain hut, visit renowned wineries and sample local cheeses.
Itinerary: Arrival Rome, coach to Pienza (Tuscany), 5 nights; coach to Montefalco (Umbria), 5 nights; coach to/departure Rome.
Meals: 26 total (10B, 7L, 9D)
Lodging: Pienza: Comfortable hotel located only a few yards away from the ancient walled part of town. Montefalco: Beautifully restored hotel surrounded by olive trees and with a wide view of the Umbrian valley.
X England
Outdoor Adventures
Walking the English Countryside: the Cotswolds and Cornwall14 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #18730NQB |
Up to six hours of strenuous, moderate- to fast-paced activity per day, equivalent to hiking six miles over varied terrain.
Thanks to thousands of miles of public and ancient footpaths, walking is an integral part of the British way of life. With rolling hills, scattered stone villages, and a wealth of historic monuments and buildings from prehistoric times to the present day, there is no better countryside to roam than that of the Cotswolds and the Duchy of Cornwall.
Highlights:
• On expert-led walks, discover quaint Cotswold villages and wild-life-rich sandy bays and the dramatic coastline of Cornwall.
• Learn about the Cotswolds’ designation as an “Area of Outstand-ing Natural Beauty” from a Countryside Ranger.
• Meet a local Cornwall expert to hear about the spectacular coast-line and its wildlife.
Itinerary: Arrival London, coach to Mickleton (Cotswolds), 6 nights; coach to Cornwall, 6 nights; coach to London, 1 night; departure.
Meals: 29 total (13B, 3L, 13D)
Lodging: Mickleton near Chipping Campden: Traditional Cotswolds hotel, built in 1870 and home to the “Pudding Club.” Cornwall: Country house in an idyllic setting with 15 acres of enchanting gardens and woodlands. London: Comfortable airport hotel.
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X Peru
Outdoor Adventures
Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu12 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #19937NQB |
Hiking up to six hours a day accompanied by leaders and porters. Eleva-tions of 14,000 feet. Elevation sickness can affect even healthy, physically fit people. Two and a half days in the Sacred Valley are intended to help participants acclimate to higher elevations before starting the Inca Trail. Participants can go back to Cusco (additional costs apply) after the first day of hikes if they feel unwell/unable to complete the Inca Trail.
Let your feet carry you into natural beauty, mystery and even spiritual awareness on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The Inca constructed an advanced road and trail system over which agile runners would deliver messages (in the form of knotted cords known as quipu) and even carry fresh fish into the highlands for the ruling class. Led by experts, hike the most famous stretch of this road system, passing through lush cloud forests and alpine tundra and examining Incan ruins before successfully arriving at the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu.
Highlights:
• Hike the famed Inca Trail from Pisacucho to Machu Picchu.
• Experience the “Lost City of the Incas” through an on-site lecture or an optional hike to the summit of Wayna Picchu.
• Learn about the Incan agriculture system in the Sacred Valley.
Note: Inca Trail permits are issued in limited quantities and on a first-come, first-served basis. The permits are person-specific and must match the bearer’s passport records. Participants must email or fax a copy of their passport identification page to the Program Coordinator upon enrollment.
Itinerary: Arrival Lima, 2 nights; flight to Cusco, coach to the Sacred Valley, 3 nights; hiking the Inca Trail, 3 nights; Machu Picchu, 1 night; train and coach to Cusco, 2 nights; flight to Lima, departure.
Meals: 28 total (11B, 9L, 8D)
Lodging: Lima: Modern hotel. Sacred Valley: Country lodge on the site of a 350-year-old monastery. Inca Trail: High-quality expedition-style tents. Machu Picchu: Newly renovated hotel. Cusco: Four-star hotel.
X Costa Rica
Outdoor Adventures
Walking & Wellness: Costa Rican Secrets of Longevity6 NIGHTS | PROGRAM #21436NQB | Walking up to five miles (about two hours) a day on irregular terrain in-cluding forest and beach trails. Hot and humid weather, wet rocks, muddy trails, and terrain incline can increase the level of difficulty. Program includes two moderately challenging activities.
Throughout the world, demographers have identified six areas where the local populations live measurably longer lives. Costa Ri-ca’s Nicoya Peninsula is among them. Amid its beaches and nearby forests, waterfalls and an active volcano, learn about living longer and healthier lives. Cultivate your well being, as you take daily na-ture walks, relax in thermal pools and volcanic mud baths, and bask in the Pacific sunsets of nature’s paradise.
Highlights:
• On energizing walks through various terrain, we will be conscious of trying to achieve 10,000 steps a day — a goal recommended for a healthy lifestyle.
• Learn about the local plant and animal life, comparing and contrasting the characteristics of the different ecosystems we’ll explore.
• Enjoy fresh, clean air, nutritious food, optional morning stretch-ing sessions and multiple outdoor activities, all contributing to your personal wellbeing.
Itinerary: Arrival Liberia, coach to Rincon de la Vieja, 3 nights; coach to Playa Pan de Azucar, 3 nights; departure.
Meals: 16 total (6B, 5L, 5D)
Lodging: Rincon de la Vieja: Charming mountain resort with bungalows and villas. Playa Pan de Azucar: Hotel on the beautiful, secluded Playa Pan de Azucar beach.
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with final program details no later than eight weeks before
the start of programs outside the U.S. and no later than three
weeks before the start of programs within the U.S. If you
have questions about your program, please contact us and we
will assist you.
Safety & Risks
Certain risks — from natural disasters to accidents,
outbreaks of illness, terrorism and even war — are inherent
in travel. While such occurrences are beyond our control, we
make substantial efforts to be prepared for such possibilities.
We are guided by advice from the U.S. Department of State,
as well as on-site personnel. Our publications and program
materials include information about special demands and
conditions to guide participants in program selection.
Admission & Participation Policy
Granting or denial of admission to a program is within the
sole discretion of Road Scholar. Road Scholar may revoke
admission or limit or terminate participation at any time
if, in the opinion of Road Scholar, a participant’s condition,
behavior or actions are problematic, inappropriate or
disruptive. Road Scholar reserves the right to take action
as needed on an individual or group basis when, in Road
Scholar’s sole opinion, the health, safety or well-being of
participants requires such action.
Photography
Road Scholar reserves the right to take photographs or
videos during any program and to use them, whether taken
by representatives of Road Scholar or by participants,
for promotional purposes. By enrolling in a Road Scholar
program, participants agree to allow their images to be
used in such photography; participants who prefer that
their images not be used are asked to identify themselves
to program staff and the photographer at the start of their
program.
Seller of Travel Information
Road Scholar’s Washington Seller of Travel Reg. No.
602244658. CST #2068427-40. Florida Seller of Travel Reg.
No. ST35594.
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