Georgia
Signature City Savannah
Program No. 11376RJ
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Signature City Savannah
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Savannah is a beautiful city, and this is a great way to experience it for the first time.
— Review left November 9, 2025
The Signature City Savannah tour was my first trip with Road Scholar. I had a wonderful time learning about the history of Savannah and meeting some wonderful people. I am definitely planning to go on more trips with Road Scholar!
— Review left November 2, 2025
The Signature Savannah was a delightful experience of Southern beauty, culture and history. Definitely a trip to remember.
— Review left October 27, 2025
Svannah is a welcoming city with a lot to offer for a lot of different tastes.
— Review left October 25, 2025
I experienced Savannah as a beautiful modern city. It is a city of beauty, interesting and its history is for everyone to hear and learn.
— Review left October 13, 2025
This was my first Road Scholar trip and I couldn’t have wished for a better experience. The quality of the lectures was amazing, cotravelers very friendly and and I thoroughly enjoyed myself.
— Review left September 13, 2025
I was surprised at how thoroughly I enjoyed this program. It was very well paced and included a mix of differing types of experiences. I usually go on more active types of programs such as the many hiking programs that Road Scholar offers. I was concerned that this program wouldn't be active enough, but I was wrong. The group leader, Beverley Citron, the various experts at the places we visited, and the Road Scholar provided experts made this program very enjoyable. I highly recommend it.
— Review left May 28, 2025
Wonderful trip to Savannah. Joyce is an excellent group leader. She knows Savannah like the back of her hand.
— Review left April 16, 2025
Beautiful Savannah is everything you have ever heard said about it. Everyone gets out and walks around enjoying the neighborhoods and historical "squares".
— Review left April 15, 2025
This program is a must for anyone wanting to explore Savannah, GA. The presenters are excellent, tours are great, group leader is fantastic and Savannah is amazing.
— Review left April 14, 2025
The purpose of a signature city Road Scholar trip is to give participants a sample of what the city has to offer. The signature city Savannah experience hits the mark.
— Review left April 11, 2025
SO MUCH FUN!!!
We were introduced to several 'pictures' of history on Savannah. Religion, architecture, art, homes which are 100+ years old.
Speakers joined us to share history, music, etc. food and, so much more! The leaders become your friends, food/rooms were terrific. Your leader will help you with anything you need/want .. like a dear friend. I was exhausted at the end in a wonderful way. Thank you, Road Scholar Senior Women
— Review left March 15, 2025
I greatly enjoyed the Savannah trip. The guide was very well prepared and seemed to know everyone in Savannah which made it much more fun! The lecturers did a great job making the information enjoyable by adding narratives about various Savannah natives.
I thought the food was fine. We went to several different restaurants in addition to a cooking school. I do not understand why people were disappointed in this area.
I particulary liked visting all the churches and the parks. We were lucky enough to see a barge on the river going under the bridge. Yes, the bridge needs to be made taller!!! It was a tight fit...
SCAD was amazing, something for the town to be very proud of!
Thank you to everyone at Road Scholar. I made new friends from other states who I will continue to "speak to".
I will definitely go to more places with Road Scholar in the future!
— Review left March 7, 2025
I really enjoyed the Savannah Road Scholar tour in Savannah, GA Feb 16-21.
I highly recommend this tour.
— Review left February 26, 2025
Excellent introduction to the historic city of Savannah.
Excellent introduction to the historic, beautiful, and quirky city of Savannah. Highly recommended!
— Review left February 24, 2025
This was my first ROAD SCHOLAR trip. It was a very positive experience. It will not be my last.
— Review left February 22, 2025
This program is an action-packed week in beautiful Savannah, Georgia. It was the perfect mix of group activities, plus free time to explore on our own. Joyce is an excellent leader, and worked very hard to make sure it was an enjoyable experience for all of us. She helped me figure out how to best utilize the free time to do some other things I was interested in. I was particularly happy with the accommodations, and the hotel breakfast. Overall, a great program.
— Review left October 26, 2024
Our Group Leader, Beverley, helped to make my first Road Scholars adventure a memorable experience. All of the lecturers and tour guides were extremely knowledge. Their depth of knowledge made the history of Savannah come to life.
— Review left October 13, 2024
Plan your Spring 2025 Road Scholar tour in Savannah, Georgia! You won't be disappointed.
— Review left May 8, 2024
Our Leader, Joyce H., was one of the very best for the 15 Road Scholar I have taken part in.
— Review left April 28, 2024
We had a great experience in Savanna. Learned a lot of history, visited some great art museums, ate some great food, met some terrific people from around the country, stayed at a great hotel, and even took a dinner cruise on the Savannah River!
— Review left April 28, 2024
Savannah has more parks than any other city in the USA that I have visited.
I loved the parks and the greenery in the downtown area, Also the restored old houses were a pleasant surprise.
— Review left April 27, 2024
I am glad I was able to see Savannah in the Springtime.
— Review left April 14, 2024
Savannah Signature City trip was both educational and enjoyable from start to finish! I’m sure to travel with Road Scholar again!
— Review left March 10, 2024
The Signature City Savannah trip was outstanding. It was a well rounded program with history, music, art, and even a cooking class featuring local cuisine. I learned and experienced so much more than if I had traveled to Savannah on my own. Beverly Citron, the Group Leader, and all the presenters were top notch, and helped to foster cohesiveness in the group. Highest recommendation for this trip.
— Review left March 9, 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed this program It had the perfect amount of lectures,field trips and presentations Our leader Beverly was pleasant and efficient
— Review left March 9, 2024
The program, scheduled activities, Embassy Suites Savannah hotel, lectures, & entertainment were excellent! Our group leader, Beverly Citron, was amazing and the regional experts and presenters were fantastic.
— Review left February 23, 2024
Excellent trip exploring Savannah. We visited many places of interest I did not go on my own when visiting Savannah several years ago. Small group. Great travel companions. Highly recommend !
— Review left December 4, 2023
Road Scholar makes a marvelous connection between you and the site you visit. You learn so much painlessly! Treat yourself and go!
— Review left October 15, 2023
I like my Road Scholar travels but honestly don’t want to share the totality of this experience.
— Review left October 14, 2023
Where do you experience the music of Johnny Mercer, hands-on preparation of Low-country shrimp and grits with a black-eyed pea salad, an historic trek through a graveyard, and a tour of an art and design school ahead of its time? In Road Scholar's Signature City Savannah program, of course. Don't miss it!
— Review left October 6, 2023
A very enjoyable program that adds a better understanding of the slave situation from many generations ago.
— Review left September 25, 2023
What a gem of a city, and Road Scholar was a perfect way to experience it!
— Review left September 18, 2023
This was my first solo trip and I am so glad I did it. I learned so much more about slavery than I ever knew. Joyce our leader was so knowledgeable and her love for Savanna was readily apparent. I made many much needed new friends. I will take more of these tours!
— Review left May 21, 2023
My mom and I just finished the Signature Savannah program. Beverly Citron was our group leader. She is absolutely wonderful! She caused everyone to be so comfortable, integrated and interactive with each other. The tour was totally on schedule and had a wide variety of educational and experiential activities. Savannah itself is quite historically and artistically interesting. The Johnny Mercer trio with David and Alisha Duckworth and Roger Moss was a treat. Joyce Harvison provided informative lectures about historical information. Chef Darin was quite humorous and fun. The houses, squares and museums we explored provided a great cross section portraying Savannah. This was our first Road Scholar program and I highly recommend it!
— Review left May 2, 2023
Cooking Shrimp with red eye gravy and touring some of the oldest homes in the USA, what could be better.
— Review left March 11, 2023
Overall a really good experience with varied activities, while showing what Savannah is all about. The Embassy Suites is a good place to stay and they gave us a lot of consideration. The days were full but not too full. It was fun to go around Savannah in a trolley, the tours were good. I have gained a good understanding about Savannah's history and present.
— Review left February 25, 2023
Such a wonderful trip. I met many good folks. It was eye-opening to hear and learn about the history of Savanna. I really enjoyed the cooking class and learning to use cooking tools for cooking better.
— Review left November 22, 2022
An excellent introduction to a previously unknown location.
— Review left November 17, 2022
A must city to visit
— Review left November 14, 2022
This was a great trip (9/11-16) made all the better by our wonderful leader, Joyce, and such interesting, welcoming, and fun group members. I was hoping to get an email list and group photo, but haven’t received that as of yet…I sure hope to. (Hi Sharon & Bill/bro…enjoyed our chats and hope to see you again). Looking forward to my next trip in January. RS makes traveling solo easier.
— Review left October 26, 2022
Fantastic experience. Can't wait to take my next Road Scholar trip.
— Review left October 11, 2022
What a great way to visit Savannah! I had a great time and felt like I really learned a lot. A great way to vacation. I'm hooked on Road Scholar.
— Review left September 26, 2022
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— Review left September 17, 2022
This was my first Road Scholar trip in 3+ years, and it exceeded my expectations. Our guide Beverley was first-rate and always responsive to group requests and needs. The lectures, trolley tours, historic houses, churches, and museums were educational and enjoyable, and the River Street Market was a treat for shopping. My favorite events were a Johnny Mercer trio (piano, bass, vocalist) that performed for our group on our last full day, and a cooking class that evening with a Savannah chef. Lodgings at the Embassy Suites were comfortable and well-appointed, and their breakfast buffet was outstanding. We had a friendly, punctual group of 20 (no laggards) and shared laughs and stories over dinners. I didn't have as much time as I would have liked to explore the River Walk with all its shops - our trolley stopped there for a 10-minute photo op - but that's an excuse to return to Savannah for another visit. Outstanding itinerary and trip!!
— Review left June 22, 2022
Our Guide Beverly was top notch. She was very organized and kept us organized, although I must admit this group of travelers was very organized themselves. We had no late comers and all were very congenial .
Savannah is a beautiful destination. We covered a lot of territory and were exposed to much of the history. Historic homes and museums were visited . A highlight was a cooking class in which we all participated and then got to consume the feast!
The accommodations at the Embassy Suites were wonderful.
As a solo traveler I would recommend this trip to all.
— Review left June 8, 2022
You will NOT be disappointed with your Road Scholar adventure!
— Review left May 24, 2022
This program covers the historical, cultural, and culinary aspects of Savannah in a most interesting and enlightening way. I learned something from every place we visited, from every presentation we had, and from the hands-on cooking class. Having this program led by a very personable and knowledgeable group leader made it all the more enjoyable!!
— Review left April 30, 2022
I cannot imagine a better way to see and learn about Savannah. Two thumbs up!
— Review left April 10, 2022
Signature City Savannah will be a great experience for anyone interested in early American history as well as those who love music, food and just being outside in the lovely squares. Exploring Savannah is a way to time travel without leaving modern comforts!
— Review left February 26, 2022
This was a very enjoyable trip. The pace is well described. All of the docent's were well versed. There was ample opportunity for free time to explore on our own.
— Review left November 16, 2021
Our Travel Director, Joyce, was friendly and knowledgeable. The Embassy Suites hotel was a quiet location but easy walk to waterfront. Comp breakfast with nice selection had made to order omelets and two free drinks at happy hour to share conversation with fellow travelers. Chris’ intro to Savannah history, the Jepsen and Ships of the Sea Museums, and Chef Darin’s “Low Country Cuisine” cooking class were all highlights.
— Review left November 3, 2021
Truly enjoyed this program. The group leader was informative and delightful. Will certainly return for more programs.
— Review left October 31, 2021
Savannah was a wonderful place to finally be back "on the road again". Our venue was excited to once again welcome Road Scholar travelers. Our group leader, Beverly Citron, ensured we had an enjoyable, safe week.
— Review left October 2, 2021
Savanah is an intersting, great city to explore with Road Scholar. The squares are an interesting, charming aspect of this town.Check it out !
— Review left March 23, 2020
This program provides an excellent overview of Savannah's history and culture. I especially enjoyed the concert of Johnny Mercer's songs and the southern cooking class (and meal). For your free afternoon, I recommend taking a tour of Bonaventure cemetery.
— Review left March 19, 2020
Great experience. If only the weather had been warmer.
— Review left November 19, 2019
This is a great trip for those who are seeing Savannah for the first time. Its a good blend of history, music and food. The location of the hotel is perfect for walking around the historic city during your free time. would suggest you plan ahead of time for the free time, as reservations at the popular sites are booked well ahead of time. November is a perfect time for weather and low crowds. Great trip to see a city for the first time!
— Review left November 17, 2019
Visiting Savannah was something my husband and I had wanted to do for some time. The program gave us a wonderful picture of the history, culture, music and food. We kept busy without being overtaxed. Our location was such that we could easily walk the historical district and we took full advantage of that detail.
— Review left April 23, 2019
We absolutely loved our 2nd Road Scholar program in Savannah. We loved it so much in 2013 we decided to return. I was different in some ways and much the same in others. All was enjoyable. Savannah is a beautiful city and Larry helped us explore and enjoy it's beauty as he sees his "hometown."
— Review left March 10, 2019
The survey seemed to be too long at first, but by the end I decided it was a good one that it provided a reasonable opportunity to provide accurate feedback; and I was glad to do it because I enjoyed this program so very much.
— Review left March 9, 2019
I am a firsr time traveller with Roads Scholar, and uncertain as to whether the descriptions were accurate or enhanced. My expectations have been exceeded. Great hotel in perfect location, talented and informative tour guide and events that perfectly matched the description. I will be back and bring friends !
— Review left March 1, 2019