WHO IS FOR?
Are you inquisitive? Ready to explore new places and meet other interesting people? Do you love to find new perspectives and challenge yourself to expand your mind? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you’re a Road Scholar!
Here are a few fellow participants you might meet on a Road Scholar adventure.
Robert, 74 & Linda, 72 — Road Scholar Class of '05
• Retired architect and retired professor
• Two children, three grandchildren
• Both are bookworms, nature lovers, play bridge and value their grandkids and each other's company
• Have attended 17 Road Scholar programs
• They just took their first grandparent programs with their 12-year-old granddaughter, Natalie
Mary, 68 — Road Scholar Class of '22
• Retired high school teacher
• Solo traveler
• Loves animals, books, knitting, volunteering, gardening, walking
• Has attended 11 Road Scholar programs
• Mary loves the camaraderie of Road Scholar learning adventures — she celebrated the New Year with Road Scholar at the Rose Parade
Barbara, 77 — Road Scholar Class of '98
• Retired elementary school teacher
• Travels with friends
• Two children, two grandchildren
• Enjoys gardening, walking, needlecra s, her Lifelong Learning Institute and thinks of herself as an adventurer
• Has attended 30 Road Scholar Programs
• Discovered Road Scholar's virtual classrooms during the pandemic and has enjoyed more than 15 lectures and three Adventures Online programs
Kayaking the Everglades: Exploring the River of Grass
Discover the delicate beauty of Florida’s Everglades with experts and naturalists, discussing the region’s unique ecology, history and culture as you kayak this great American preserve.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 21349TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
• Experience a twilight paddle on the East River.
• Paddle through the 10,000 Islands and learn the history of Calusa Shell Mound settlers who raised tomatoes on the islands in the early 1900s.
• Learn about unique adaptations of flora and fauna from a naturalist in Big Cypress National Preserve.
Per-person prices starting at:
$1,899 DBL | $2,259 SGL
X South Dakota & Wyoming
On the Road: Mount Rushmore, Yellowstone and Grand Tetons
Explore iconic monuments and national parks of South Dakota and Wyoming. From Mount Rushmore to Old Faithful, from the Mammoth Site to Little Bighorn Battlefield — it’s a big adventure!
Length: 10 Days/9 Nights Meals: 20 Refer to 20297TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
• Learn how Mount Rushmore was carved at the mountain.
• Experience the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody, Wyoming, the oldest and most comprehensive museum of the American West.
• View the waterfalls in Yellowstone National Park and look for herds of bison in Hayden Valley.
Itinerary: Arrival Rapid City, S.D., 3 nights; Cody, Wyo., 1 night; West Yellowstone, Mont., 1 night; Grand Teton National Park, 2 nights; Billings, 1 night; Rapid City, S.D., 1 night; departure.
Per-person prices starting at:
$3,899 DBL | $5,229 SGL
X Alaska
The Best of Alaska’s National Parks: From Denali to Kenai
Come explore the national parks of Alaska with our experts. Discover unique wildlife, stunning landscapes and ancient forests as you explore one of the most unspoiled regions on earth.
Length: 11 Days/10 Nights Meals: 28 Refer to 1012TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
• Watch for grizzly bears, Dall sheep, moose and caribou on a journey into Denali National Park.
• Stretch your legs and minds on hikes that cross alpine tundra, through boreal forest and past mountain lakes.
• Explore Kenai Fjords National Park on a daylong journey by boat to view marine mammals, tidewater and alpine glaciers and teeming seabird rookeries.
Itinerary: Arrival Fairbanks, 1 night; Denali, 5 nights; Seward, 3 nights; Anchorage, 1 night; departure.
Per-person prices starting at: $6,999 DBL | $8,679 SGL
X Utah & Arizona
The Best of Utah's Grand Circle of Parks and Monuments
Explore some of the world's most impressive geological formations with experts as you discover Utah’s Grand Circle. Plus, float down the Colorado River and learn about Navajo culture.
Length: 11 Days/10 Nights Meals: 27 Refer to 2814TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
• Discover five national parks, three state parks and two national monuments, each exquisite and full of natural wonders.
• Explore the breathtaking slot canyons and sandstone walls of Antelope Canyon.
• Float down the Colorado River through towering canyons and Horseshoe Bend.
Itinerary: Arrival St. George, Utah, 2 nights; Bryce Canyon, 1 night; Torrey, 2 nights; Moab, 2 nights; Page, Ariz., 2 nights; St. George, Utah, via Antelope Canyon, 1 night; departure.
Per-person prices starting at:
$3,399 DBL | $4,389 SGL
We’re With You Every Step of the Way
We’ve been offering educational travel adventures for decades, so we are experts at making your experience comfortable, enriching and worry free — every step of the way.
FINDING THE RIGHT EXPERIENCE.
Finding the right experience starts with knowing the details. Every learning adventure you see in this publication is also available on our website, where you can find a wealth of information.
The amount of activity you can expect each day, lodgings and special dietary considerations are all online for you as you do your research.
Visit www.roadscholar.org and search by the program number to get all the details.
ENROLLING.
You can enroll in almost all of our programs on our website 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
If you have any questions or feel more comfortable having someone enroll you, you can give us a call Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. ET.
When you first sign up, you only have to put down a low deposit to secure your space. Be sure to read the transfer and cancel conditions before you enroll to understand your options.
See all the ways you can enroll with peace of mind at www.roadscholar.org/benefits
PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT.
We like to think of your Road Scholar educational adventure as an investment in yourself. So you can have the greatest peace of mind, we o er the optional Road Scholar Trip Protection Plan with “Cancel for Any Reason” Coverage. The plan has many benefits, such as a cash reimbursement of any Road Scholar transfer or cancellation fees you may incur for a reason covered by insurance, such as illness or injury. Your airfare is also covered whether you purchase it through Road Scholar or independently if you need to cancel your enrollment for a covered reason — an exceptional benefit and value o ered exclusively to Road Scholar participants.
The “Cancel for Any Reason” benefit provides a credit good for future travel with Road Scholar for the full amount of the Road Scholar cancellation fee if you cancel for any reason not covered by insurance.
See all the benefits at www.roadscholar.org/trip-protection
PREPARING.
Preparing for your program is almost as much fun as being there. You can dive into your reading list and research ways to get the most out of your experience. In the months and weeks leading up to your learning adventure, we’ll send you email communications with information and tips to make sure you are prepared with everything you’ll need. A er you enroll, you’ll also find all the details of your particular program in the “Upcoming Trips” section of your Road Scholar online account.
Visit www.roadscholar.org/my-account and click on “Upcoming Trips” to find your details.
HAVING THE LEARNING
ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME.
Once you arrive and your Road Scholar learning adventure begins, you can relax knowing that you’re in good hands. Your Group Leader is an expert and is there to make sure your experience is as enriching and memorable as possible. Since we don’t want you to worry about the details, we include everything in the price of our programs — lodging, most meals, lectures, field trips, gratuities and taxes. We also include the Road Scholar Assurance Plan. Designed especially for Road Scholar participants, the Road Scholar Assurance Plan provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program and insurance for emergency medical evacuation.
See all the benefits of the Road Scholar Assurance Plan at www.roadscholar.org/assurance
LOOKING FOR THE FINE PRINT?
Please refer to the Deposit, Transfer & Cancellation Policy on program webpages for specific deposit amounts, transfer and cancellation fee schedules.
Visit www.roadscholar.org/terms-andconditions to see the details of our policies.
SELLER OF TRAVEL INFORMATION:
Road Scholar’s Washington Seller of Travel Reg. No. 602244658. CST #2068427-40. Florida Seller of Travel Reg. No. ST35594.
X Sedona, Arizona
Best of Sedona: Natural & Cultural Landscapes in Red Rock Country
Immerse yourself in the story of Sedona as you join local experts to learn about and explore ancient cliff dwellings, iconic red rocks, a heritage railway and the majestic Grand Canyon.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 13
Refer to 1062TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
• See ancient cliff dwellings while uncovering the past of the Sinagua people at Montezuma Castle National Monument.
• Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross and Airport Mesa with its magnificent 360-degree views of Sedona.
• Spend a full day at Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim, complete with interpretive walks accompanied by a local expert.
Per-person prices starting at:
$1,899 DBL | $2,419 SGL
FOR OUR OUTDOOR ADVENTURES:
X Mount Rushmore, South Dakota
The Best of Mount Rushmore, the Black Hills and Badlands
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.
Discover South Dakota’s beautiful Black Hills and Badlands, where bison mosey through roadside meadows and hand-carved mountains tower over vast stretches of untouched wilderness.
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights Meals: 16
Refer to 13160TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
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.
• Expand your mind at Mount Rushmore National Memorial, the Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park.
I love pushing myself, and I can keep a steady pace on rugged and steep terrain. This is as challenging as it gets? Great. Let’s do this. At the end of the day, I want to feel like I’ve had a real workout.
• Experience the otherworldly moonlike landscape of spectacular Badlands National Park.
• Discover an active paleontological dig site, which boasts the largest concentration of mammoth remains in the world!
Per-person prices starting at: $2,099 DBL | $2,699 SGL
As outdoor enthusiasts know, some days can bring new variables — the weather, the terrain, my energy level — so I enjoy the flexibility of choosing from multiple options of length, challenges and pace.
X Florida
Keys, Everglades & Dry Tortugas: Human History & Outdoor Study
Discover the Florida Keys with a master naturalist as you visit protected islands, explore coral reefs, taste local cuisine and enjoy lectures on shipwrecks, pirates and Native peoples.
Length: 7 Days/6 Nights Meals: 15 Refer to 2801TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
• Learn about Florida Keys ecology as you explore Dry Tortugas National Park and two state parks.
• Enjoy a special visit to Biscayne National Park.
• Delve into evidence of 10,000 years of human history, from pirates and shipwrecks to farmers and presidents.
Itinerary: Arrival Miami; Miami, 1 night; Key Largo 1 night; Key West, 3 nights; Key Largo, 1 night; Miami, departure.
Per-person prices starting at: $3,349 DBL | $4,719 SGL
X Ventura, California
The Wildlife & Wonders of Channel Islands National Park
Explore the pristine ecology of Channel Islands National Park, discovering a wealth of unique flora, fauna and geology as you learn the islands’ story from local naturalists.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 12 Refer to 14758TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
• Join local naturalists who add expert insight during expeditions to Channel Islands National Park.
• Discover how the islands’ isolation has created a unique ecosystem as you study endemic plants and geology.
• Trace the human history from the Native Chumash people to explorers, fur traders, ranchers and scientists.
Per-person prices starting at:
$2,199 DBL | $2,679 SGL
X The Southwest
Best of Color Country National Parks: Zion, Bryce & Grand Canyon
Discover the colorful and ancient landscapes of three iconic national parks as you explore geological monuments, visit historic lodges and marvel at scenic wonders with a naturalist.
Length: 8 Days/7 Nights Meals: 19 Refer to 11573TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
• Enjoy a free day to explore Zion National Park on your own, taking in its natural beauty and impressive hiking trails at a pace that’s right for you.
• Spend a day among hoodoos and other rock formations of Bryce Canyon National Park.
• Marvel at the awe-inspiring expanse that awaits at “Bright Angel” while at the Grand Canyon's North Rim.
Itinerary: Arrival Las Vegas, Nev., 1 night; Zion National Park, Utah, 2 nights; Bryce Canyon National Park, 2 nights; North Rim Grand Canyon, Ariz., 1 night; Kanab, 1 night; Las Vegas, Nev., departure.
Per-person prices starting at: $2,999 DBL | $3,939 SGL
X Yosemite National Park, California
The Best of Yosemite National Park: An American Icon
READY
Discover the wonders of Yosemite National Park alongside naturalists as you learn about and explore Yosemite Valley, Tuolumne Meadows, Mariposa Grove and many other iconic treasures.
Length: 6 Days/5 Nights Meals: 12
Refer to 19237TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
• Experience the impressive granite formations of Half Dome and El Capitan, a favorite for rock climbers.
• Discover Yosemite’s cultural and natural history with a local naturalist on trails in Yosemite Valley and Wawona.
• Explore Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias to stand in awe of hundreds of these impressive trees, and explore the Ahwahnee Hotel with a local expert.
Itinerary: Arrival Brisbane, Calif., 1 night; Yosemite National Park, 4 nights; Brisbane, Calif., departure.
Per-person prices starting at: $3,149 DBL | $4,019 SGL
X Chincoteague Island, Virginia
Island Adventure: Discover Chincoteague and Assateague Islands
Get an insider’s perspective on Chincoteague and Assateague, where you’ll enjoy nature, attend cultural performances, search for wild ponies and wildlife and sample local cuisine.
Length: 4 Days/3 Nights Meals: 8 Refer to 10545TYG online or when calling.
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Best of all, you’ll ...
• Walk a short distance on the 37-mile-long beach on Assateague Island — the longest undeveloped beach in the mid-Atlantic — accompanied by an expert who teaches you about dune ecology and the natural forces that constantly reshape the island.
• Learn how these islands inspire the arts as you enjoy a painting demonstration from an awardwinning wildlife artist and an evening performance by local musicians who teach you sea shanties, old and new.
• Explore restricted sections of the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge in search of ponies, Sika elk, waterfowl and migratory birds and learn about the island’s aquaculture industry while cruising local waters.
Per-person prices starting at: $1,099 DBL | $1,359 SGL
