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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.
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Start of Program
Aug 25, 2012
Day 2: Room check-in starts at 3:00pm. 6.00pm Meet at hotel lobby for RS registration.
You will be staying at the Radisson Blu Lietuva Hotel that night.
Location: Vilnius
Nearest city or town: Vilnius
Nearest highway: n/a
Nearest airport: Vilnius VNO
Transportation to site: Public transportation is not recommended. Arrival transfers are provided for all participants who obtain air tickets from the Road Scholar Travel Services. Independent travelers may join the group transfer bus free of charge if arrival/ departure flts into VNO and out of DME meet the transfer schedule. Subject to space availability on transfer buses. Otherwise please consider an official taxi upon arrival in VNO (approx cost $30 ) and approx. $100 for departure out of DME in Moscow (to be paid in local currency). Note: The final group transfer schedule will be available 2 weeks prior to arrival on site. Transfer details will be provided by the Program provider - ETC - after enrollment.

End of Program
Sep 10, 2012
Day 18: 10.00am. Room checkout is 12:00noon
You will be staying at the Peking Hotel the night before.
Location: Moscow
Transportation to site: Public transportation is not recommended. Departure transfers are provided for all participants who obtain air tickets from the Road Scholar Travel Services. Independent travelers may join the group transfer bus free of charge if arrival/ departure flts into VNO and out of DME meet the group transfer schedule. Subject to space availability on transfer buses. . Otherwise please consider an official taxi upon arrival in VNO (approx cost $30 ) and approx. $100 for departure out of DME in Moscow (to be paid in local currency). Additional Transfer details will be provided by the Program provider - ETC - after enrollment.
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Type: Four-Star Hotel

 Description: The Radisson Blu Lietuva hotel (3-4* ) is located on the bank of the Neris River, a short walk to the Old Town and close to major tourist and cultural sites. Built in 1980, It is a fully renovated conference-style hotel (291 rooms). The simple but elegant interiors reflect the spirit of modern Vilnius, and some guestrooms and bars have a stunning view of the river

Contact info:
Konstitucijos Str. 20
Vilnius, LT 09308 Lithuania
phone: (+370) 5-272 6271
web: www.radissonblu.com

Room amenities: Standard guestrooms are not large in size, simple, tastefully furnished, airconditioned, have a full bath or shower and standard amenities, including high speed Internet, TV, telephone, and hairdryer.

Facility amenities: The hotel features a nice modern lobby; with an ATM, and a number of ships, a fitness center, a business center offering Internet access, several bars, and two restaurants. It is fully air conditioned, offers WiFi service, has 24-hour security, and employs English speaking staff.

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

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Approximately $130 twin basis.
Additional hotel nights can be requested by contacting Road Scholar Travel Services. RSTS will confirm the reservation and rate and you will pay the hotel directly by Credit card or by cash for the additional nights. Do note the reservation will be separate from the program reservation and it is likely that you will need to check out of the room and check back in to a different room with the group. Extra nights can also be reserved independently via Internet.

Check in time: 3:00 PM
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Type: Three-Star Hotel

 Description: The Hotel Peking is situated in the heart of Moscow, next to the famous Tchaikovsky concert Hall, less than 2 miles from Red Square, the Kremlin, and the Bolshoi Theater. It is a 3-star Russian-managed hotel and a famous Moscow architectural landmark. It is housed in one of the city's unique 'wedding-cake' buildings, constructed in 1956, a typical example of Soviet neogothic-style skyscrapers.

Contact info:
7 Bolshaya Sadovaya Street
Moscow, Russia
phone: +7 (495) 620-22-15
web: www.intourist-hotels.ru

Room amenities: Guest rooms may differ in decor and configuration but they have been renovated, and are elegantly decorated in a traditional style. All are rather spacious, have high ceilings, large windows, and smart reproduction furniture. However, depending on room location one must be prepared to hear street noise if the windows are opened. Rooms are air-conditioned, have safes, a small refrigerator, telephone and television with satellite and local channels. All have updated bathrooms with basic amenities and a hairdryer.

Facility amenities: The Hotel Peking represents the architectural grandeur of the Soviet era and has elegant, renovated but somewhat old-fashioned rooms (a total of 122 rooms and suites). There are 2 restaurants, a bar, a cafe, a small gym, and a small business center with Internet access (a fee applies). The hotel is air conditioned, has elevators, and a newly renovated lobby with an ATM machine. Services at the hotel are limited, with no laundry service. The friendly hotel staff speaks English and there is 24-hour security.

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

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights after: $250 -$270 win room, approx.
Additional hotel nights can be requested by contacting Road Scholar Travel Services. RSTS will confirm the reservation and rate and you will pay the hotel directly by Credit card or by cash for the additional nights. Do note the reservation will be separate from the program reservation and it is likely that you will need to check out of the room and check back in to a different room with the group. Extra nights can also be reserved independently via Internet.

Check out time: 12:00 PM
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