Many seniors have an interest in staying active while traveling, and many senior travel tour companies offer "senior adventures" to appeal to those travelers. But even among tour companies that cater to the over-50 crowd, not every adventure is going to fit every traveler. For one thing, the 50-plus age range spans decades of life experience, interests, and physical ability.
Some active seniors want downtime between adventures; others have health or mobility considerations or are traveling with less-active companions. And while a few are chasing specific bucket-list goals, many simply want to go somewhere enjoyable, do something engaging, and stay healthy. With that in mind, here are five types of trips designed to suit a range of travel styles and interests for active seniors.
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Many tour companies for seniors offer walking and cycling adventures that allow active older travelers to combine outdoor and urban experiences. European tours are especially well designed for taking walkers and cyclists into beautiful towns and countryside on a single trip. Two companies I recommend are Country Walkers and VBT Bicycling Vacations, which offer both U.S. and international tours with guided and self-guided options. They also provide all the support you’ll need during your trip.
