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Washington D.C.
Inside American Diplomacy With the Foreign Service
Political Science
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Discuss foreign policy with diplomats, attend international briefings and go behind the scenes of “Embassy Row” as you gain special access to the U.S. Foreign Service.
Activity Level
Program No. 18260RJ
Length
5 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
1449
Alberta/British Columbia
The Best of the Rockies by Rail: Western Canada's Splendor
Train Treks
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Voyage to the heart of the Canadian Rockies by train — and glass-enclosed gondola! — discovering ancient glaciers, unique wildlife, isolated towns and stunning alpine views.
Activity Level
Program No. 3748RJ
Length
12 days
Rating (4.96)
Starts at
5199
California
The Best of Yosemite National Park: An American Icon
National Parks
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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.
Activity Level
Program No. 19237RJ
Length
6 days
Rating (4.9)
Starts at
2649
California
Four Jewels: Sequoia, Kings Canyon, Yosemite & Death Valley
On the Road
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Witness awe-inspiring nature, grand artifacts of geography, ancient flora and unique fauna as you immerse yourself in four of California’s most stunning National Parks.
Activity Level
Program No. 4352RJ
Length
9 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
2799
Spies, Lies & Intelligence: The World of International Espionage
Washington D.C.
Spies, Lies & Intelligence: The World of International Espionage
Political Science
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Discover a world of espionage and learn about spy history and 21st-century intelligence threats as you explore the nation’s capital and its museums with intelligence experts.
Activity Level
Program No. 16126RJ
Length
5 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
1499
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Hiking the Azores: A Nature Lover’s Paradise
Azores
Hiking the Azores: A Nature Lover’s Paradise
Walking/Hiking
Free Airfare From Select Cities
Learn about the Azores’ island beauty as you join expert naturalists on hikes to the woodlands, thermal spring pools, caves and volcanic landscapes of Europe’s best-kept secret.
Activity Level
Program No. 23579RJ
Length
10 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
3749
Louisiana/Mississippi/Tennessee
The Best of the Mississippi River: Voyage Into Southern Heritage
River Boats
Free Airfare From Select Cities
Explore the Mississippi River aboard a paddlewheel riverboat, attending jazz performances, learning about Civil War history and enjoying three nights in New Orleans!
Activity Level
Program No. 20994RJ
Length
11 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
4699
Iceland
Fire and Ice: A Circumnavigation of Mystical Iceland
Expedition
Free Airfare From Select Cities
On an expedition cruise ship, discover Iceland’s natural fjords, geysers, glaciers and fascinating human history during a voyage around this dramatic country.
Activity Level
Program No. 21877RJ
Length
13 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
6899
Ontario/Michigan/Illinois
Voyage to All Five Great Lakes: A Small Ship Adventure
Small Ship
Free Airfare From Select Cities
Explore the pristine beauty of all five Great Lakes aboard a small ship, delving deep into the region’s heritage, history and natural wonders.
Activity Level
Program No. 21866RJ
Length
11 days
Rating (4.9)
Starts at
7299
Alaska
Alaska's Inside Passage Up Close
Small Ship
Free Airfare From Select Cities
The mighty glaciers and dramatic fjords of Alaska’s Inside Passage are incredible. Aboard an expedition ship, learn about this untamed land and its stunning diversity of wildlife.
Activity Level
Program No. 11479RJ
Length
10 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
7299
Singles at No Extra Cost
Solo travelers love Road Scholar for the warm camaraderie. And here’s another reason — it doesn’t cost extra to have a room to yourself on these learning adventures!
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Independent Quebec City
Quebec
Walking and Hiking in Québec City
Walking/Hiking
Singles at no Extra Cost
Take daily hikes across four centuries of history and French Canadian heritage in the urban UNESCO setting of Québec City with enjoying plenty of time for independent explorations.
Activity Level
Program No. 23165RJ
Length
5 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
1079
Scotland’s Highlands: A Stay at the Aigas Field Center
Scotland
Scotland’s Highlands: A Stay at the Aigas Field Center
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Singles at no Extra Cost
Experience the very best of the Scottish Highlands as you stay in the historic home of renowned naturalist Sir John Lister-Kaye.
Activity Level
Program No. 22674RJ
Length
11 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
2949
Massachusetts
New England Maritime Sampler
Regional Studies
Singles at no Extra Cost
Voyage along Cape Ann’s beautifully rugged coast, exploring unique wildlife, classic New England charm, traditional cuisine and the region’s famed history of shipbuilding.
Activity Level
Program No. 11077RJ
Length
6 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
1349
The Best of Costa Rica: Exploring Natural Wonders
Costa Rica
The Best of Costa Rica: Exploring Natural Wonders
Nature & Environment
Singles at no Extra Cost
With more than 5% of the world’s biodiversity, 121 volcanic formations, 801 miles of coastline and hundreds of endemic birds, Costa Rica is a true Mecca for nature lovers to explore.
Activity Level
Program No. 11586RJ
Length
12 days
Rating (4.95)
Starts at
2599
Hiking Beartooth Mountains Wyoming
Wyoming
Hiking in the Beartooth Mountains of Wyoming
Walking/Hiking
Trek through the magnificent Beartooth Mountains and Shoshone National Forest as you learn about their unique geology and ecology, and absorb their natural beauty.
Activity Level
Program No. 22798RJ
Length
6 days
Rating (5)
Starts at
1799

The Armchair Explorer

The Colors of Acadia National Park

Explore one of New England’s greatest treasures — Acadia National Park! From emerald forests to sapphire lakes to rose granite mountain peaks, the colors of Acadia are waiting to be discovered!

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The National Parks With Road Scholar
We roll back the clock on this celebration of the National Park Service’s 100-year anniversary and show you some of North America’s most spectacular outdoor classrooms.
 
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