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From Action & Adventure Trips to Bucket List Destinations to our History & Culture Trips, you're sure to find the perfect trip for your next adventure.

Leader Hiring & Training

Backroads Trip Leaders elevate your vacation into a seamless, worry-free and unforgettable adventure.

Office & Field FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Backroads Office and Trip Leader jobs.

Best For Kids 7-9

The activities on these trips are appropriate for younger ages and don't have the activity age restrictions of some other Family Trips.

BEST Club | Backroads Loyalty Program

As a member of our Backroads Extra Special Travelers (BEST) Club program, we’re saying thank you with the evolution of our rewards program. BEST Club membership is free, and anyone who’s traveled with Backroads on at least one trip is automatically enrolled.

About Family Adventures

When it’s time to hit pause on the day-to-day and pack in some quality family fun, we know the stakes are high. You want unforgettable, not just fine. A vacation that gets a 10-out-of-10 from everyone? That’s where we come in. All the logistics handled and every detail nailed down so you can just show up and all feel like kids again.

The Winter Holiday You've Been Waiting For

Backroads has launched dozens of new biking, hiking, walking & other active travel tours around the world! Visit our site to learn more and plan your next adventure today.

More Ways to Go Active

Looking for more active adventures as unique as you are? Backroads lets you explore snow-filled landscapes, hike hut to hut or take an e-bike for a spin – always at your own pace. Find comfort in faraway places and in homes away from home at accommodations from the charming to the luxurious. Whether your thing is wildlife viewing, small yacht cruising or culinary traditions you’ll discover sweet (and savory) trips across the globe. 

Unplugged Bike Tours

We’re returning to our roots with a new offer—which really isn’t new at all—that brings together riders who prefer to forego the e-bike and keep it acoustic.

Deluxe Hotels

These properties have great ambience, typically feature ample amenities and include boutique inns in charming villages, hard-to-book national park icons and distinctive lodges with modern comforts.

Office Staff

Our global team combines decades of knowledge and experience to create the fun-filled seamless adventures our guests love. The magic of Backroads is a result of the energy and dedication of our field staff, as well as the dynamic individuals you’ll find at one of four global hubs working in Trip Development, Marketing, Sales, IT and so many other areas.

Office Staff Benefits

All of our office employees around the world receive a benefits package and awesome perks.

Summer's Calling

It’s a time made for movement—easygoing strolls on the Italian coast, family fun from Alaska to Acadia and epic rides in the world’s top cycling destinations. Wherever the season takes you, make it unforgettable. Let’s go chase summer, one amazing adventure at a time. 

2024 Guest Photo Contest Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 Guest Photo Contest! Thank you to all who entered. Be sure to submit your photos for the 2025 photo contest by December 31, 2025.

Complimentary Backroads Apparel

When you book your Backroads trip you'll be able to select a complimentary piece of apparel. Your selection will be sent to you 45 days prior to the start of your Backroads trip. Colors and designs are subject to change.

Backroads Terms & Conditions

View the terms and conditions regarding reserving your Backroads trip. Book a biking, hiking, multisport or family vacation with Backroads.

Regional Requirements

Backroads is very excited to be adventuring again. Discover the protocols that have allowed us to travel responsibly in these unusual times.

World-class Accommodations

Your adventure doesn't end when you hop off the bike or step out of your hiking shoes. We hand-select accomodations for every tour so that you can unwind at the best hotels a region has to offer.

The Joy of Exploring Actively

You're looking for adventure. Whether biking or hiking, from easygoing to avid, our active tours set the standard for on-trip support with world-class leaders & equipment.