Unique Experiential Adventure Holidays and Senior Travel

Many thousands of travellers have enjoyed the unique and experiential adventure holidays and senior travel tours in the 15 years of our operation. Travel and Learn Tours was launched in 1990 by the University of Waikato in New Zealand, and Calder & Lawson Tours has further developed the University's original concept with their assistance. Our reputation for satisfying our clients is renowned.

Our Travel & Learn tours have been designed especially for Kiwis and interested people from other cultures. They are ideal for travellers, especially seniors who want to discover new cultures, meet local people and find out more about the places they visit. You'll get more out of your trip travelling with people who have similar interests as you and feel comfortable knowing that you will be well looked after throughout the entire journey.

Professional Guidance

On a Travel & Learn Tour you can look forward to an ideal combination of talks, lectures and well trained National Guides and Tour Group Leaders guiding you all the way. Our tour packages include airfares, transfers, coaches, trains, boats and most meals. We provide you with excellent background material and recommended reading lists.

Personalised Service

We listen carefully to what our clients want and empathise with their needs. We demand the highest standard of service from our Tour Group Leaders who thoroughly evaluate every tour-group when planning tours, keeping in mind age groups, energy levels, interests and travel goals. And rest assured, adventure holidays don’t necessarily mean bungi jumping! They cater specifically for senior travel and a more sedate level of adventure.

Tour Summaries


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A Discovery Of Ancient Egypt – September 2012

Tuesday 11 September – Monday 01 October 2012 The Tour From the hustle and bustle of Cairo,… More

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South American Highlights – June 2012

Thursday 21 June – Friday 13 July 2012 The Tour From mystical Machu Picchu to the thunderous… More


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Spectacular Slovenia & Croatia October 2012

Monday 01 October – Thursday 25 October  2012 The Tour Travel from the untouched alpine lakes and… More

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Splendid Sri Lanka – March 2012

Saturday 24 March – Monday 09 April 2012 The Tour Marco Polo considered Sri Lanka “the finest… More


Borneo

Borneo Sarawak & Sabah – October 2012

Sunday 16 September  - Friday 05 October  2012 The Tour The third largest island in the world,… More

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Cycling in Vietnam and Cambodia – March 2012

Sunday 11 – Saturday 31 March 2012 The Tour Vietnam and Cambodia attract visitors for their vibrant… More


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Trans USA by train in autumn – October 2012

Sunday 23 September – Sunday 14 October 2012 The Tour Begin this epic rail journey in Washington… More

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The gardens of Holland & England with Floriade – May 2012

Visit the beautiful gardens of Holland and England and experience Floriade, a unique World Horticultural Expo

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Beautiful British Columbia by train – June 2012

Enjoy this uniquely exhilarating train tour through beautiful British Columbia and stunning Alberta, specially designed for 50+

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Discover Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia – April 2012

Rediscover ancient traditions, arts, history – a fascinating cocktail of influences from Turkey, Russia, Persia, Asia


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50+ Study of China and Yangtze River – April 2012

This 50+ study tour of China and the Yangtze River is one of our most popular

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Undiscovered Cuba by romantic railcar – February 2012

Journey in a specially chartered railcar through spectacular Cuban island landscapes with their unique eclectic culture