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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: 39 total, 13 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 13 dinner

 The following meal choices available when requested in advance: 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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Doubletree Hotel - San Francisco Airport: Burlingame, California, 1 nights
Type: Hotel

 Contact info:
835 Airport Blvd.
Burlingame, CA 94010 USA
phone: 650-344-5500
web: www.doubletree.com

Room amenities: Hairdryers, irons, ironing boards, coffee makers and two-line speaker phones with ISDN modem lines atop work desks.

Facility amenities: Library, fitness room and bayside jogging path. Restaurant and 24-hour food service. Full-service business center.

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

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Please check with the hotel
Please contact DoubleTree Hotel Reservations directly at 650-344-5500 for additional reservations.

Check in time: 3:00 PM
Holiday Inn Fresno Airport: Fresno, CA, 2 nights
Type: Full Service Hotel

 Description: Hotel renovated in 2008, 2 floors, near Yosemite National Park and Sequoia Kings Canyon

Contact info:
5090 East Clinton
Fresno, CA 93727 USA
phone: 559-252-3611
web: www.holiday-inn.com/fresno-airport

Room amenities: Free morning newspaper delivered to room, Cable TV, Coffee Maker, Microwave Oven, Mini Refrigerator, High Speed and Wireless Internet Connection in Room, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board.

Facility amenities: Indoor and outdoor pool, health and fitness center, business center, on-site laundry facility, on-site restaurant

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

Elevator: Yes
Yosemite Lodge at the Falls: Yosemite, CA, 2 nights
Type: Hotel

 Description: As the closest property to Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Lodge at the Falls is an idyllic spot for families, group retreats and visitors seeking the comforts of a hotel after an exciting day exploring the wilderness.

Contact info:
9006 Yosemite Lodge Dr.
Yosemite Valley, CA 95389 USA
phone: 209-372-1001
web: www.yosemitepark.com

Room amenities: Telephone and TV

Facility amenities: Rooms are furnished with a desk, private bathroom, telephone and television with select programming.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Plaza Hotel: Carson City, Nevada, 3 nights
Type: Full Service Hotel

 Description: Conveniently located on Carson City's main street, close to the capital and casinos.

Contact info:
801 South Carson
Carson City, NV 89701 USA
phone: 775-883-9500
web: www.carsoncityplaza.com

Room amenities: In-room refreigerators and microwaves

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

Elevator: Yes
Red Lion Inn Hotel Redding: Redding, California, 1 nights
Type: Hotel

 Contact info:
1830 Hilltop Drive
Redding, CA 96002 USA
phone: 530-221-8700
web: www.redlion.com

Room amenities: Hairdryers, irons, high-speed internet.

Facility amenities: Outdoor pool, wading pool, whirlpool, exercise room., business center. On-site massage therapy for an additional fee.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Red Lion Hotel: Eureka, California, 2 nights
Type: Hotel

 Description: Walking distance to Old Town Eureka

Contact info:
1929 Fourth Street
Eureka, CA 95501 USA
phone: 707-445-0844
web: www.redlion.com

Room amenities: Hair dryers, irons

Facility amenities: Heated outdoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, exercise room, newly renovated guest rooms

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.
Mendocino Hotel and Garden Suites: Mendocino, California, 2 nights
Type: Hotel

 Description: The hotel is listed on the National Register. It is a restored Victorian decorated with many beautiful antiques.

Contact info:
45080 Main Street
Mendocino, CA 95460 USA
phone: 800-548-0513
web: www.fortbragg.org

Room amenities: TV, hair dryers, phones, room service. Garden setting.

Facility amenities: The Participants are housed in the garden suites, lovely garden setting. Hotel has full service restaurant and bar. Lobby has fireplace and ocean views.

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

Additional nights after: Please call hotel.
The hotel is usually fully booked on weekends. If participants choose to stay after they must arrange their own return transportation to SFO.

Check out time: 11:00 AM


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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