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German Icons: Berlin, Dresden and Munich

Program No. 16877RJ
Dive deep into the culture of Germany as you explore three iconic cities, discovering politics in Berlin, architecture in Dresden and weisswurst, beer and a baroque palace in Munich.

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May 16 - May 26, 2025
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At a Glance

Join local experts to discover the shared history and unique identity behind Germany’s most important cultural metropolises — Berlin and Munich. While both cities boast rich history, traditions and arts, the cultures of each are strikingly different. Halfway between Berlin and Munich, visit the city of Dresden to marvel at the cultural treasures that lay hidden behind the Iron Curtain for a generation.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two hours/two miles at a time, sometimes twice per day. Some program days require walking up to five miles and standing for up to 2 hours. Some sights are only accessible by stairs and/or cobblestones. Public transportation and motor coaches used throughout the program.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • Examine Berlin’s artistic treasures on the famous Museumsinsel and the German Bundestag, redesigned by Sir Norman Foster.
  • Discover Dresden with its newly restored Frauenkirche and the highly regarded Semperoper.
  • Explore the collection of Old Masters from the 14th to the 18th centuries at one of the oldest art galleries in the world: the Alte Pinakothek.

General Notes

Program includes independent time to explore the city and several meals on your own. Group Leaders will provide directions for self-directed excursions. Suggestions for free-time activities provided in preparatory materials.
Featured Expert
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Wolf Refardt
An expert on the military history of the 19th and 20th centuries, Wolf Refardt enjoys sharing his knowledge during his lectures and classes on the events of the Cold War. Wolf has published papers on themes that range from Sepulchral culture in enlightened absolutism to the development of public welfare in Brandenburg, and to the history of battles that took place during World War II.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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An expert on the military history of the 19th and 20th centuries, Wolf Refardt enjoys sharing his knowledge during his lectures and classes on the events of the Cold War. Wolf has published papers on themes that range from Sepulchral culture in enlightened absolutism to the development of public welfare in Brandenburg, and to the history of battles that took place during World War II.
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Sabine Rosenkranz was born in Dresden, East Germany, where she grew up to become an English teacher. In love with her beautiful home city, she decided she wanted to introduce it to visitors. Sabine became a licensed city excursion leader 25 years ago and has delighted in leading American visitors around Dresden since the German reunification of 1990. She particularly enjoys showing off the Saxon State Art Collections.
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Vera Blumenthal studied Egyptology and Classical Archeology at the Humboldt University of Berlin where she obtained her PhD degree with a thesis about the Egyptian Old Kingdom. For more than twenty years, she has worked as a freelancer for the Berlin State Museums, concentrating more and more on cultural education. She is an expert in the history and architecture of Museum Island at Berlin and one of the founders of the agency ARIADNE, specializing on organizing high quality group education in the museums of Berlin.
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Duration
11 days
10 nights
What's Included
18 meals ( 9B, 4L, 5D )
4 expert-led lectures
11 expert-led field trips
1 performance
An experienced Group Leader
9 nights of accommodations
Taxes and customary gratuity
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Activity Note
Hotel check-in available from 3:00 p.m. Luggage can be stored at the hotel if you arrive early. Remember to bring your nametag (sent previously).
Afternoon:
Orientation: 4:30 p.m. The Group Leader will greet everyone with a warm welcome and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule and any changes, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures including contact numbers for key staff, and answer any questions you may have. We will review COVID-19 protocols and will adhere to applicable requirements and guidelines throughout the program. Please note that in Germany it is often expected to pay for using public restrooms with small change; we advise carry 50c pieces with you during field trips. Periods in the daily schedule designated as “Free time” and “At leisure” offer opportunities to do what you like and make your experience even more meaningful and memorable according to your personal preferences. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions. Program activities, schedules, personnel, and indicated distances or times may change due to local circumstances/conditions. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
Dinner:
At a local restaurant.
Evening:
At leisure. Continue getting to know your fellow Road Scholars, settle in, and get a good night’s rest for the day ahead.
Activity Note
Getting on/off a motorcoach several times; short walks to and standing at field trip sites; cobblestones. The specific sites seen during our motorcoach field trip will depend on schedules and local conditions at the time of the program.
Breakfast:
In the hotel dining room.
Morning:
Our Group Leader will continue the program introduction, and we’ll be joined by an expert local historian who will give a presentation on Berlin’s problematic past, its vibrant present, and potential future. We’ll then board a motorcoach with our expert for a field trip to see some of the city’s highlights including the Berlin Wall monument, Checkpoint Charlie, Gendarmenmarkt Square with the restored Konzerthaus and the French and German churches, Paris Square and the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, Holocaust Memorial, Potsdamer Square (the new and old), Memorial Church, and new architecture.
Lunch:
At a pleasant spot during our field trip, we’ll stop and have packed lunches.
Afternoon:
Our expert-led field trip continues aboard the motorcoach with stops at key sites.
Dinner:
This meal has been excluded from the program cost and is on your own to enjoy what you like. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.
Evening:
At leisure.
Activity Note
Walking up to 1.6 miles at different sites; standing, climbing flights of stairs. Getting on/off a motorcoach. Walking and other free time activities according to personal choice.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
In the morning, we will have an opportunity to venture behind the scenes of German politics and discuss current issues with a political expert. We will then take a walking field trip with the Group Leader this morning to one of the city’s most famous landmarks, the former Reichstag building that is now the seat of the Deutscher Bundestag, the German Federal Parliament. As we see and appreciate the magnificent architecture, we will also learn more from a staffer about Germany’s turbulent political past — and that mysterious 1933 fire! — before ascending to the recently rebuilt glass cupola. From here, you can enjoy spectacular views of the parliamentary and government district and Berlin’s sights.
Lunch:
On your own to sample local fare. Why not try a typical German dish, the "currywurst?" Did you know the invention of currywurst is attributed to Herta Heuwer, a true Berliner? Your Group Leader will be happy to point out the best place to give it a try!
Afternoon:
Free time. Take this opportunity for personal independent exploration to see and do what interests you most. Please refer to the list of Free Time Opportunities at the end of the daily schedule. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.
Dinner:
From the hotel, we’ll take the motorcoach to a restaurant.
Evening:
We will enjoy a classical music concert.
Activity Note
Walking up to 2 miles; cobblestones, standing in the museum. Getting on/off a motorcoach. Walking and other free time activities according to personal choice.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
We will begin the morning with a lecture by a knowledgeable local expert who will join us in a conference room to provide an overview of Berlin's famous Museumsinsel — Museum Island — at the northern tip of Spree Island, where the settlement that became Berlin began. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Museum Island complex is home to five internationally acclaimed museums. After the lecture, we will go and see one of the exhibitions led by the local expert. The Altes Museum houses treasures from ancient Greece and Rome. The Alte Nationalgalerie, in a magnificent classical temple, has one of the largest collections of 19th century sculpture and paintings in Germany. The Bode Museum features sculptures, paintings, and a numismatic collection. The Neues Museum holds works of art from pre-history through Egyptian, including the world famous bust of Nefertiti. The Pergamon Museum is renowned for its extraordinary Babylonian, Greek and Roman antiquities.
Lunch:
At a restaurant on Museum Island.
Afternoon:
Free time. Take this opportunity to see and do what interests you most. You are welcome to remain and continue exploring the treasures of Museum Island.
Dinner:
On your own to enjoy local fare. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.
Evening:
At leisure. Prepare for transfer to Dresden in the morning.
Activity Note
Walking a short distance to the train station. Our luggage will be sent ahead from Berlin to Dresden while we take the train and will be waiting for us at the hotel when we arrive; bring only what you will need on the train. The trip from Berlin to Dresden is approximately 2 hours depending on connections. Standing in the museum, walking on cobblestones. Walking and other activities during independent exploration according to personal choice.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
After checking out of the hotel, we will take a short walk to the train station. Your luggage will be sent directly to the hotel in Dresden so you will only need to bring what you need for the train ride.
Lunch:
At the hotel.
Afternoon:
Before checking in at our hotel, we will visit the Royal Palace with a local expert. After this, you can visit the "Historic Green Vault" – one of Europe's finest treasure collections, recently reopened after 68 years – on your own. It was amassed by Augustus the Strong, the 18th-century Prince of Saxony. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore on your own or just relax. We recommend visiting one or more of the city’s 30 museums, many of them world-class institutions. Please note that some museums are closed on Mondays.
Dinner:
On your own.
Evening:
At leisure.
Activity Note
Walking up to 2 miles and standing, approximately 2.5 hours; cobblestones, climbing stairs. Walking and other activities during independent exploration according to personal choice.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
A local expert will lead our walking field trip in Dresden that provides an overview of the Old Town and sites including the Frauenkirche — Church of Our Lady — the Zwinger, Brühl’s Terrasse, Procession of Princes, Dresden Castle, and the New Synagogue. The Frauenkirche has been one of Dresden’s spiritual landmarks since the 11th century. The splendid Baroque church that replaced the old Gothic edifice in the 18th century was one of the city’s foremost architectural landmarks until 1945. Dresden was virtually destroyed by the massive Allied bombing campaign against Nazi Germany in the final stages of World War II. The Frauenkirche was among the casualties, its ruins standing for decades as a symbol of war’s destruction. Sentiment slowly grew for a restoration of the great church as a memorial to peace. It was restored piece by piece and reconsecrated in 2005 before an audience of 60,000 people with millions watching on television.
Lunch:
At a local restaurant.
Afternoon:
As a special highlight, we will head out on foot for an expert-led field trip to see the Semperoper near the Elbe River in the historic center of Dresden, another Dresden institution devastated by the 1945 bombing and later resurrected. It was long one of the finest opera houses in Europe, called “Semper” for its designer, Gottfried Semper, after opening in 1841. It took 40 years after World War II, but the building was completely reconstructed and reopened in 1985. It has continued to present some of the world’s greatest musical artists. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore on your own or just relax.
Dinner:
On your own.
Evening:
At leisure. Prepare for check-out and transfer to Munich in the morning.
Activity Note
Our luggage will be sent ahead from Dresden to Munich while we take the train and will be waiting for us at the hotel when arrive; bring only what you will need on the train. The trip from Dresden to Munich is about 290 miles, approximately 5 hours including one change of trains. Getting on/off a bus; walking up to 3 miles, cobblestone streets.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
With our Group Leader, we will take a train from Dresden to Munich.
Lunch:
On your own either aboard the train – which has restaurant cars – or after arrival in Munich.
Afternoon:
When we arrive at the hotel for check-in, collect your luggage and take some time to freshen up and relax before our next field trip. We’ll then meet a local expert for a walking field trip of Munich. Highlights include the Marienplatz, English Garden, Cathedral of our Blessed Lady, and Viktualienmarkt.
Dinner:
At a local restaurant.
Evening:
At leisure.
Activity Note
Walking up to 5 miles, extensive standing in the palace and gardens, taking of public transport to brewery.
Breakfast:
In the hotel dining room.
Morning:
We will gather in a conference room to hear a lecture about Munich and Bavaria. After this we’ll board the tram for an expert-led field trip to another special highlight, the Nymphenburg Palace in the western part of Munich. Begun in 1664, it was for many years the principal summer residence of Bavaria’s rulers. The palace is considered a unique synthesis of artistic achievement in baroque architecture and garden design. It is one of the largest palaces in Europe; the Italianate façade alone is more than 2,000 feet long. The complex of palace and landscaped garden park is beloved by Munich’s residents and visitors alike.
Lunch:
On your own to enjoy local fare. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.
Afternoon:
This afternoon we will first have some leisure time to explore on your own. Afterwards, we will transfer by public transportation to a local brewery where we will enjoy a short introduction about the art of brewing, plus — of course! — a tasting.
Dinner:
At the brewery.
Evening:
At leisure.
Activity Note
Getting on/off a tram. Walking up to 2 miles inside the museum.
Breakfast:
At the hotel.
Morning:
This morning we'll board the tram for a field trip to Munich's art district. The Alte Pinakothek and Neue Pinakothek (Old and New Picture Galleries) are two of the important galleries in the world. Led by an expert, we’ll explore the artistic treasures of the “old” Pinakothek, which is indeed one of the world’s oldest galleries and was once the largest. Its magnificent collection consists of Old Masters from the 14th to the 18th centuries.
Lunch:
On your own.
Afternoon:
Free time.
Dinner:
At a local restaurant. Share favorite experiences and enjoy camaraderie with new Road Scholar friends during our farewell dinner.
Evening:
At leisure. Prepare for check-out and departure in the morning.
Activity Note
Hotel check-out by 12:00 Noon. See your program’s “Transportation Information” regarding transfers.
Breakfast:
At the hotel. This concludes our program. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that program. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that program. We hope you enjoy Road Scholar learning adventures and look forward to having you on rewarding programs in the future. Don’t forget to join our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram. Best wishes for all your journeys!
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MEALS
18 Meals
9 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
5 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
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4 nights
Location: Berlin
First class designer hotel with a large conference center in the heart of Berlin. Expressive art and exclusive design create a generous and harmonic ambience. In the vicinity are the German Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, the Potsdamer Platz, the Museumsinsel (Museum Island), the German State Opera, concert halls and theaters as well as Europe’s largest variety theater, the Friedrichstadtpalast.
2 nights
Location: Dresden
The NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt hotel , formerly known as NH Dresden Altmarkt, is right at the heart of Dresden on the market square. Tourists and business travelers will find everything they need in walking distance of our newly-built hotel. - quick stroll to the famous Frauenkirche - close to train station and Prager Strasse tram stop - easy walk to shops, bars and sightseeing hotspots like the Zwinger and the Royal Palace
3 nights
Location: München
Located in the heart of Schwabing, you can reach the trendy district in just a few minutes' walk, where art, culture and exclusive shopping await you. Spend an unforgettable stay at our hotel in Munich in one of 292 stylishly furnished, partially barrier-free rooms or suites, including use of our 300 m² wellness landscape. The Valentinum Bar & Terrace restaurant with regional and international specialities, the bar with cigar lounge, "Cinemathek" and our spectacular beer crystal round off the offer perfectly.
4 nights
Location: Berlin
First class designer hotel with a large conference center in the heart of Berlin. Expressive art and exclusive design create a generous and harmonic ambience. In the vicinity are the German Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, the Potsdamer Platz, the Museumsinsel (Museum Island), the German State Opera, concert halls and theaters as well as Europe’s largest variety theater, the Friedrichstadtpalast.
2 nights
Location: Dresden
The NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt hotel , formerly known as NH Dresden Altmarkt, is right at the heart of Dresden on the market square. Tourists and business travelers will find everything they need in walking distance of our newly-built hotel. - quick stroll to the famous Frauenkirche - close to train station and Prager Strasse tram stop - easy walk to shops, bars and sightseeing hotspots like the Zwinger and the Royal Palace
3 nights
Location: München
Located in the heart of Schwabing, you can reach the trendy district in just a few minutes' walk, where art, culture and exclusive shopping await you. Spend an unforgettable stay at our hotel in Munich in one of 292 stylishly furnished, partially barrier-free rooms or suites, including use of our 300 m² wellness landscape. The Valentinum Bar & Terrace restaurant with regional and international specialities, the bar with cigar lounge, "Cinemathek" and our spectacular beer crystal round off the offer perfectly.
4 nights
Location: Berlin
First class designer hotel with a large conference center in the heart of Berlin. Expressive art and exclusive design create a generous and harmonic ambience. In the vicinity are the German Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, the Potsdamer Platz, the Museumsinsel (Museum Island), the German State Opera, concert halls and theaters as well as Europe’s largest variety theater, the Friedrichstadtpalast.
2 nights
Location: Dresden
The NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt hotel , formerly known as NH Dresden Altmarkt, is right at the heart of Dresden on the market square. Tourists and business travelers will find everything they need in walking distance of our newly-built hotel. - quick stroll to the famous Frauenkirche - close to train station and Prager Strasse tram stop - easy walk to shops, bars and sightseeing hotspots like the Zwinger and the Royal Palace
3 nights
Location: München
Located in the heart of Schwabing, you can reach the trendy district in just a few minutes' walk, where art, culture and exclusive shopping await you. Spend an unforgettable stay at our hotel in Munich in one of 292 stylishly furnished, partially barrier-free rooms or suites, including use of our 300 m² wellness landscape. The Valentinum Bar & Terrace restaurant with regional and international specialities, the bar with cigar lounge, "Cinemathek" and our spectacular beer crystal round off the offer perfectly.
4 nights
Location: Berlin
First class designer hotel with a large conference center in the heart of Berlin. Expressive art and exclusive design create a generous and harmonic ambience. In the vicinity are the German Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, the Potsdamer Platz, the Museumsinsel (Museum Island), the German State Opera, concert halls and theaters as well as Europe’s largest variety theater, the Friedrichstadtpalast.
2 nights
Location: Dresden
The NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt hotel , formerly known as NH Dresden Altmarkt, is right at the heart of Dresden on the market square. Tourists and business travelers will find everything they need in walking distance of our newly-built hotel. - quick stroll to the famous Frauenkirche - close to train station and Prager Strasse tram stop - easy walk to shops, bars and sightseeing hotspots like the Zwinger and the Royal Palace
3 nights
Location: München
Located in the heart of Schwabing, you can reach the trendy district in just a few minutes' walk, where art, culture and exclusive shopping await you. Spend an unforgettable stay at our hotel in Munich in one of 292 stylishly furnished, partially barrier-free rooms or suites, including use of our 300 m² wellness landscape. The Valentinum Bar & Terrace restaurant with regional and international specialities, the bar with cigar lounge, "Cinemathek" and our spectacular beer crystal round off the offer perfectly.
4 nights
Location: Berlin
First class designer hotel with a large conference center in the heart of Berlin. Expressive art and exclusive design create a generous and harmonic ambience. In the vicinity are the German Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, the Potsdamer Platz, the Museumsinsel (Museum Island), the German State Opera, concert halls and theaters as well as Europe’s largest variety theater, the Friedrichstadtpalast.
2 nights
Location: Dresden
The NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt hotel , formerly known as NH Dresden Altmarkt, is right at the heart of Dresden on the market square. Tourists and business travelers will find everything they need in walking distance of our newly-built hotel. - quick stroll to the famous Frauenkirche - close to train station and Prager Strasse tram stop - easy walk to shops, bars and sightseeing hotspots like the Zwinger and the Royal Palace
3 nights
Location: München
Located in the heart of Schwabing, you can reach the trendy district in just a few minutes' walk, where art, culture and exclusive shopping await you. Spend an unforgettable stay at our hotel in Munich in one of 292 stylishly furnished, partially barrier-free rooms or suites, including use of our 300 m² wellness landscape. The Valentinum Bar & Terrace restaurant with regional and international specialities, the bar with cigar lounge, "Cinemathek" and our spectacular beer crystal round off the offer perfectly.
Participant Reviews
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Bonita | Woodland Hills, CA
Overall, my trip to Germany was a perfect blend of history, culture, and adventure. Berlin stood out with its dynamic atmosphere and rich history. The hospitality was warm, and the people I met were welcoming, making every interaction memorable. I can confidently say it was one of the most enriching travel experiences I've ever had.
— Review left November 1, 2024
Marion – Class of 2022 | Pinecrest, FL
This trip was a fascinating view of eastern Germany and it's very distinct character different from western Germany. The tour guides Karin and Sigrid did a great job leading us through various cities and multiple train trips. While Berlin is a must see for cultural and historic reasons I actually found Dresden to be the most interesting. The art and artifacts at the Zwinger Palace were stunning. Of course the Green Vault is also a must see. And then there is Munich with the food, beer, art and culture. Had a great time. I also enjoyed the fact that we had a small group .
— Review left July 12, 2024
Karen – Class of 2020 | Apache Junction, AZ
Berlin is a REALLY COOL place to visit! I had no idea! I could have stayed there a week longer and still not have scratched the surface.
— Review left June 18, 2024
Patricia – Class of 2013 | Kihei, HI
An absolutely fabulous trip. The group was so enthusiastic and enjoying the same things. The leader was more than you could imagine, helping all of us and enjoying the trip himself. All of the additional speakers were "the best".
— Review left May 15, 2024
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Arthur – Class of 2022 | Philadelphia, PA
This tour was fantastic! We could not have had better tour guides than Andrea Janssen and Gabi Elfgen, who were patient, professional and caring, with great attention to detail. The three hotels were very comfortable and with great breakfast buffets, though the hotel in Munich is in a rough neighborhood. We enjoyed each of the lectures and walking tours. The bus tour in Berlin, led by Burkhard Heyl was outstanding. We very much enjoyed the walking tours, led by expert guides - of the Reichstag, of Dresden, and of Munich. None of them shrank from discussing awful aspects of German history, Nazism, WWII, and the Iron Curtain. Since this was our first visit to Germany, we learned a great deal about the history, art and culture. The choice of three cities in different regions was great. We have a suggestion for the future. Before the trip began, Andrea and Gabi asked participants via email if we had any questions. Kate and I replied, asking if it would be possible to arrange a visit to Dachau while we were in Munich. They said it would be and had some ideas, even refining these ideas while we were on the first legs of the trip. But other travelers didn't know about our plans. When they did hear about it, a number expressed interest. Some only heard about it on the morning of the day we would go. So, altogether 7 out of the 24 people on the tour visited Dachau during several hours of free time on one day. We think that if more had known what we were planning, even more would have wanted to come along. Road Scholar should make a Dachau trip as a definite option, so travelers can make decisions up front. Many Americans, whether with Jewish background or not, would be interested. All in all, we would strongly recommend this tour to everyone we know who might be interested in visiting Germany. Thank you!
— Review left June 25, 2023
Natalie – Class of 2016 | Sebastopol, CA
Fabulous trip to Berlin, Dresden and Munich. Developed better informed perspective of the EU. Wishing I could live in Berlin, a sane and beautiful city. Great guides were caring and accommodating, often going above and beyond their duties to provide us with a safe and satisfying fun travel and learning experience.
— Review left June 21, 2023
Maria – Class of 2022 | Poway, CA
Thoroughly enjoyed the German Icons (Berlin, Dresden and Munich). Our guides Ulrike and Helmut were awesome. Enjoyed the speakers, subject matter experts, sights, sounds and tastes of Germany. The beer was awesome too!
— Review left May 10, 2023
Stefanie – Class of 2019 | New York, NY
Our third Road Scholar trip and another winner. RS has the right mix of activities, education and FUN, can't be beat.
— Review left June 19, 2022
Karen – Class of 2019 | Tallmadge, OH
This program exceeded my high expectations. If you want to immerse yourself in these glorious cities, this is an experience for you! Beauty, history, food and friends galore.
— Review left October 17, 2019
Mimi – Class of 2003 | Haddon Township, NJ
Easy and accessible
— Review left October 7, 2019
Lindsay – Class of 2019 | Berkeley, CA
If you wear hearing aids and have a significant hearing loss, this trip might not be right for you. Assistive listening device didn't have enough volume for me.
— Review left July 1, 2019
Mary – Class of 2019 | Brooklyn, NY
The German Icons trip was a good introduction to the country through three major cities. The historical information provided was outstanding. I've never liked German food, and this trip didn't change my mind. The group leaders and other people on the trip were interesting and congenial.
— Review left May 20, 2019





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