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EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
ChallengingGet ready to keep up with our highest-energy group. These demanding — and rewarding — programs are for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts.

Program Details > Meals & Lodging

Meals: 27 total, 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinner

 The following meal choices available when requested in advance: Gluten Free; Low Salt; Low Fat; Vegetarian.

 If you have dietary restrictions due to medical requirements, please call (800) 454-5768, to see if we can accommodate your needs.

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Hotel Haarlem Zuid: Haarlem, 2 nights
Type: Four-Star Hotel

 Description: Hotel Haarlem Zuid is located on the outskirts of Haarlem about a 25-minute drive from Schiphol airport and 30 minutes from Amsterdam. The hotel has very spacious rooms and is located at the edge of town, a 5-minute bus ride from the center. The city of Haarlem itself is very old and beautiful with a lovely main square and many restaurants, bars and shops.

Contact info:
Toekanweg 2
Haarlem LC, 2035 Netherlands
phone: +31 23 536 7500
web: www.haarlemzuid.nl

Room amenities: Each room has a hair dryer, safe, television, pay television, telephone and Internet access (for a fee).

Facility amenities: The hotel offers a restaurant, bar, lounge, pay phone, fax machine, laundry service, Internet access, gift shop and fitness room. There is a public indoor heated swimming pool with a water slide right behind the hotel.

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/A
Please contact Road Scholar Travel Services if you would like assistance making hotel reservations for additional non-program nights. (800) 241-1404

Check in time: 3:00 PM
MS Switzerland II: At sea, 7 nights
Type: Cruise Ship

 Description: The MS Switzerland II was built in 1991 and completely renovated and converted in winter 2000/2001. The ship was specially designed for river cruising and offers an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere.

Ship Information: Year of construction: 1991, Conversion: 2001, Length: 110 m, Width: 11,10 m, Draught: 1,20 m, Engines: 1500hp, Crew: 26 persons, Passengers: 110, Power: 220 Volt, Flag: Switzerland, Fully air-conditioned.

Contact info:
eWaterways
6 W. Lancaster Ave.
Ardmore, PA 19003 USA
phone: 877-359-7458
web: www.eWaterways.com

Room amenities: All the cabins are outward facing and have large panoramic windows, twin beds, radio, color TV, minibar, safe, hair dryer, air conditioning, and separate shower and WC.

Facility amenities: The ship offers a stylish panoramic lounge, with a bar and dance floor, where you will be spoiled by the MS Switzerland II's friendly crew and entertained by the on-board pianist; an entrance hall with a comfortable library, on-board boutique, and reception; a charming restaurant; Sun Deck where you may relax as the European landscape passes by; a coffee corner in the large lobby; and laundry service for an additional per garment cost. The valid on-board currency is the Euro. In addition, credit cards (Visa/MasterCard/American Express) are accepted on board. There are only very limited on-board facilities for changing

Smoking policy: Yes
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Hotel Bildungszentrum 21: Basel, 1 nights
Type: Three-Star Hotel

 Description: The Hotel Bildungszentrum 21 is located in Basel's largest private park, a stone's throw away from the historic city center and easily accessible by public transportation. Simply but nicely furnished, the hotel offers its guests a calm and relaxing atmosphere. The breakfast room and restaurant have charming views of the rose garden, and it is the only hotel in Basel with its own park. The Hotel Bildungszentrum 21 is also close to the impressive ancient Spalentor, one of the three surviving city gates that formed part of the fortifications of 1400.

Contact info:
Missionsstrasse 21
Basel, CH-4003 Switzerland
phone: +41 61 260 21 21
web: www.bildungszentrum-21.ch

Room amenities: Each room has a television, telephone, safe, free wireless Internet access and a hair dryer.

Facility amenities: The hotel offers a park, restaurant, 24-hour front desk, safe, business center, fax/photocopying services, laundry and dry cleaning services, currency exchange, coffee & tea facilities, and free wireless Internet access in the rooms.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights after:
Please contact Road Scholar Travel Services if you would like assistance making hotel reservations for additional non-program nights. 1-800-241-1404

Check out time: 12:00 PM


The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.
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