Small Group Tours for Active Adults 50+

Since 2009, Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor has brought together active travelers 50+ who want to see remarkable places without the crowds and impersonal feel of traditional group touring. Come with your spouse or partner, with friends, or on your own—and discover how quickly fellow travelers become friends.

“I came by myself and within a day I felt like I was traveling with friends.”

Lisa L., Edinburgh and the Scottish Highlands by Scenic Rail , September 2025

This Is What It's Like to Travel With Us

Travel With Friends. Make New Ones.

Go Beyond the Ordinary.

See More. Experience More.

A Better Way To Travel

Truly Small Groups

Usually just 10–16 travelers.
Come with your spouse or partner, come with friends, or come on your own.  Small enough to get to know one another, move easily, dine together, and experience places without feeling like part of a crowd.

No Big-Bus Touring

We believe the journey should be part of the experience.
Instead of spending your vacation riding around on a big tour bus, we use scenic trains, ferries, boats, local transportation, and carefully arranged transfers whenever practical.

No Hit-and-Run Sightseeing

See more by rushing less.
We don't try to cram as many cities as possible into one trip. We stay longer, give you time to explore, and balance guided experiences with free time to actually enjoy where you are.

And Look Where You Can Go

The Magic of Venice

The Spirit of Scotland

Discover the Heart of Paris

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Travel With People Like You

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Our travelers are curious, friendly, active adults who enjoy seeing the world and experiencing destinations in a more personal, relaxed and engaging way.

Most of our travelers are 50+, although our trips are open to adults age 25 and older. Some travel as couples, some with friends, and many join us on their own. Solo travelers are a big part of our groups and quickly discover they are not really traveling alone.

Our tours are designed for active, independent travelers. You should be comfortable walking, climbing stairs, navigating cobblestone streets and uneven surfaces, and handling your own luggage when necessary. Because of the nature of our small-group itineraries, we generally cannot accommodate travelers who require a wheelchair, mobility assistance, or personal assistance during the trip.

What brings everyone together is a similar way of traveling. Our guests enjoy comfortable hotels, great food, interesting experiences, free time to explore, and the company of other travelers who are just as excited to be there.

You do not need to know anyone before you come. That is part of the fun. With groups small enough for everyone to get to know one another, conversations start easily, friendships form naturally, and before long it can feel less like joining a tour and more like traveling with friends.

Come by yourself. Come as a couple. Come with a friend. You’ll fit right in.

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