The perfect holiday for CSI fans

Join forensic pathologists, FBI agents and scientists in Las Vegas and learn all about crime scene investigation on a four-night Road Scholar break, courtesy of US operator Bon Voyage.

The above itinerary - an ideal choice for fans of CSI and Silent Witness - is just one of the huge number of diverse breaks featured by Road Scholar, one of the world's largest educational organisations aimed at mature adults who are passionate about learning and exploration.

Further highlights include a field trip to a County Clerk Coroner's Office and a detention centre, along with behind the scene visits and lectures on a wealth of topics including crime scene investigation, fingerprinting, dental forensics and forensic anthropology.

On offer on a choice of dates in February, March and September, prices start at £885 per person (twin share) inclusive of return flights from Gatwick or Manchester, accommodation with breakfast at the three-star Gold Coast Hotel & Casino, most lunches and dinners and the above itinerary.

Other ideas for 2009 - in addition to a wealth of hiking, wildlife and outdoor adventure holidays throughout the United States - include Astronomy and Space, Ghouls, Ghosts and Horror Movies, Entertainment Las Vegas-style, Opera, Opera and More Opera, Clown School and Brain Training.

For more information and reservations, log on to Bon-voyage.co.uk.