King Arthur. Stonehenge. Braveheart. Sherlock Holmes. Robin Hood. The Beatles. It's impossible to overstate how Great Britain has influenced the world, and there's no better way to see this historic and beautiful place than by wandering afoot, from the iconic countryside and castles of England's Cotswolds, National Parks of Wales, and to the rugged coastline and highlands of Scotland.
It's hard to imagine a region more rich in highlights than the incredible landscape of the Austrian Alps. It seems as though a postcard-worthy view is revealed around every bend in the road, curve of the river or crest of a mountain pass. Jagged peaks, alpine meadows, cobblestone villages, fairy-tale castles and so much more. There's never been a better reason to hop on a bike and ride.
Bike through valleys of world-famous vineyards. Forests of soaring redwoods. Quiet pastoral landscapes. The dramatic Pacific coast. Rippling sand dunes. And the brilliantly colored mountains of Death Valley. California has some of most diverse cycling terrain you'll find anywhere in America.
Go on a Germany bike tour in a storybook world that makes childhood fairytales come alive. Pass magnificent castles and palaces, gaze at the majesty of the Alps and bike your way through villages, lakes and wildflower covered hills. A timeless world of beauty, rich history and a landscape made for exploration.
Congratulations to the winners of the 2022 Guest Photo Contest! Thank you to all who entered. Be sure to submit your photos for the 2023 photo contest by December 31, 2023.
For over 40 years, Backroads has been setting the stage for active travel adventures around the globe. Our tours showcase the world's best biking & walking, plus lodging, dining & cultural attractions.
Perhaps you're traveling solo, as a couple or with friends. Your family vacation may include kids & teens or young adults. With active trips tailored to different travelers, there's a Backroads adventure for you.
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Top 10 Backroads Trips with Fantastic Gateway Cities.
These ten trips provide a special opportunity to truly peel back the layers of cultural intrigue & go deep in the rich history of these incredible destinations.
Discover the top 10 adventure vacations for couples. Active biking, hiking vacations & more.
From the pink sand beaches of Bermuda to cliff side Cinque Terre, this list of top 10 trips for beach lovers checks all the boxes for a proper beach vacation.
At Backroads, we know the hold great mountain landscapes possess and can't wait to share these top 10 destinations with you!
Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 Guest Photo Contest! Thank you to all who entered. Be sure to submit your photos for the 2024 photo contest by December 31, 2024.
From storied French appellations to upstart Chilean vineyards, here are some of our favorite wine-making destinations around the world—and the Backroads trips that will take you there.
Are you in need of a cycling getaway where locals appreciate riders? Here is our list of top 10 biking friendly trips.
With the right planning, you can time these ten Backroads trips to coincide with truly incredible festivals, seasons and natural phenomena that will make your adventure even more spectacular.
If you're looking for some adrenaline pumping, heart stopping, palm sweating, teeth clenching fun, these 10 trips have your name written all over them.
A hotel that feels like a relaxing oasis is one of the great rewards of adventure travel. Here are ten of our favorite hotels that exemplify rich character and charm.
From Champagne’s estates to luxury lodges set amidst South African game reserves, this list will point you in the right direction if you’re looking for refined foods, sumptuous spas & accommodations that you’ll be loath to leave
We’ve compiled some of our top favorite trips for photographers, chosen for their variety of picturesque themes – from sweeping landscapes to colorful villages to ancient temples and more.
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For adventurous families with Teens & Kids looking to do something new, exciting and different, Backroads Family Trips offer all a family could ask for. Here are 10 trips that consistently rank as our top family adventures, from Alaska to Croatia to the Wild West!
