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Travel the World in Small Groups. Feel Welcome from the Start.

Since 2009, we've helped thousands of travelers experience the world through carefully planned small group tours where strangers quickly become friends. For over 17 years, Steve and Linda of The Traveling Professor have brought together a welcoming community of travelers age 50+ who enjoy great destinations, good company, and the comfort of traveling with people who quickly feel like friends. Our small group tours are designed for solo travelers, couples, and friends... Join our community of over 7,000 travelers...

Europe Small Group Tours

Explore Europe with confidence on expertly planned small group tours for active adults, solo travelers, couples, and women 50+. Discover iconic cities, scenic rail journeys, charming villages, and authentic local experiences with hand-picked hotels, expert guides, and personal service throughout.

Venice and Northern Italy Small Group Tour

Venice, Florence & Northern Italy Tour

Venice, Florence, Padua, Verona, Vicenza, Tuscan wine tasting on a guided small group tour. April 2027.

Iceland small group tour with waterfalls glaciers and Northern Lights

Iceland & the Northern Lights

Waterfalls, glaciers, Blue Lagoon, and Northern Lights. October 2026 & March 2027.

Small group tour in Paris with travelers near Eiffel Tower and historic landmarks

Paris Once Again

Museums, landmarks, neighborhoods, cuisine, and flexible guided exploration in beautiful Paris. Various 2027 dates.

Ireland small group travelers exploring Dublin and countryside castles

Dublin & the Gems of Ireland Tour

Dublin, Belfast, Cliffs of Moher, Dingle, and Wild Atlantic Way on a scenic Ireland tour. July 2027.

Norway fjords small group tour with mountain and waterfall views

Norway & the Fjords by Scenic Rail Tour

Fjords, Oslo, Flåm, and Bergen.  June & August 2027.

Normandy Beaches guided small group history tour in France

Normandy Invasion Beaches

D-Day beaches, battlefields, cemeteries, and expert-guiding. September 2026.

Scotland small group tour through Highlands by scenic rail

Edinburgh & Scotland by Scenic Rail  Tour

Inverness, Skye, and the Scottish Highlands by scenic rail and guided touring. August 2027.

London Small Group Tour

Royal London Small Group Tour

Westminster, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Windsor Castle exploration. September 2027.

North America and South America Small Group Tours

Experience the beauty and diversity of the Americas through thoughtfully designed journeys from Canada to Peru. See dramatic landscapes, fascinating history, wildlife, and local traditions while traveling at a comfortable pace.

Montreal and Quebec City Christmas Markets Tour

Montreal & Quebec Christmas Markets Tour

Festive Christmas markets, Old World charm, French Canadian culture, and holiday lights. December 2026.

Christmas Markets river cruise festive villages lights mulled wine and Europe

Quebec Christmas Markets for Ladies Only Tour

Christmastime in Quebec. Markets and women-only camaraderie. November–December 2027.

Newfoundland small group tour Gros Morne coast icebergs and Viking Trail

Newfoundland Icebergs & Viking Trail Tour

Icebergs, whales, Viking history, Gros Morne, and dramatic Atlantic coastal scenery. June 2027.

Santa Fe small group tour adobe architecture art galleries and Southwest culture

Santa Fe & Taos Small Group Tour

Taos, Ghost Ranch, Rio Grande Gorge, art, culture, and Southwest beauty. May 2027.

European River Cruises by AmaWaterways

Experience Europe’s finest river cruises with confidence through our expertly selected AmaWaterways journeys. Sail the Danube, Rhine, Seine, and Douro aboard award-winning ships featuring exceptional dining, immersive guided excursions, and outstanding service. Book with a certified AmaWaterways partner offering trusted guidance, added value, and personal support before and after your cruise.

Tulip Time river cruise in Holland with colorful spring flowers

Amsterdam Tulip Time River Cruise

The Netherlands at peak tulip season with gardens, canals, and luxury river cruising. April 2028.

Christmas Markets river cruise with festive European village lights

Rhine Christmas Markets River Cruise

Swiss Alps, Rhine castles, festive markets, and charming villages on a luxury cruise. December 2027.

Douro River cruise Portugal vineyards Porto villages and scenic wine country

Blue Danube Discovery River Cruise

Budapest, Vienna, Bratislava, and more on Europe’s iconic Danube River cruise. May 2027.

Douro River cruise travelers enjoying Portugal vineyard scenery

Lisbon & Douro River Cruise

Lisbon, Salamanca, Porto, vineyards, and scenic Portugal river cruising. September 2028.

Professor Steve Solosky founder of Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor

Iconic Christmas Markets of Europe River Cruise

Sail through Europe’s festive Christmas markets, historic cities, and holiday traditions. December 2028.

Paris and Normandy Small Ship Cruise

Paris & Normandy River Cruise

Cruise the Seine through Paris, Giverny, Rouen, and Honfleur with guided sightseeing and elegant river cruising. September 2028.

Small Group Tours for Active Adults

Featured Small Group Tours and Cruises for Active Adults, Seniors, Couples & Solo Travelers

Iceland and Northern Lights adventure tour 2027

Iceland and the Northern Lights

October 2026 and March 2027

Active adult travelers walking historic Venetian street

Venice, Florence and Northern Italy

March 2027

Paris skyline with Eiffel Tower on 2027 small group tour

Paris Once Again

May 2027

Tour guide explaining Irish history in Dublin, 2027

Dublin and the Gems of Ireland

July 2026 and July 2027

Norwegian fjords scenic rail journey on small group tour 2027

Norway and the Fjords by Scenic Rail

June 2027 and August 2027

Edinburgh castle and Scottish Highlands scenic rail tour 2027

Edinburgh and the Highlands by Scenic Rail

September 2027

Group at Machu Picchu summit on Peru journey

Peru Machu Picchu and the Amazon

November 2026

Christmas Markets in Quebec City and Montreal tour, 2027

Christmas Markets of Montreal and Quebec City

December 2026 and 2027

Paris and Normandy D-Day Beaches tour preview 2027

Normandy Invasion Beaches

September 2026 and October 2027

Tulip fields on European river cruise small group tour 2027

Tulip Time European River Cruise

April 2027

European Christmas Market River Cruise Shoppers

Christmas Markets European River Cruise

December 2027

Small Group Santa Fe Tour

Santa Fe New Mexico

May 2027


Feel Welcome from the Start

For over 17 years, Steve and Linda of The Traveling Professor have brought together a welcoming community of travelers age 50+ who enjoy great destinations, good company, and the comfort of traveling with people who quickly feel like friends.

Our small group tours are designed for solo travelers, couples, and friends who want a comfortable, well-planned travel experience. Many of our travelers come on their own and are warmly welcomed from the start. With thoughtful itineraries, centrally located hotels, a comfortable pace, and plenty of shared experiences, our trips make it easy to feel included.

We believe travel is not just about the places you go. It is about the people you meet along the way. Join our community of over 7,000 travelers and discover how enjoyable small group travel can be when you feel welcomed, cared for, and among friends.

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