45 YEARS OF REDEFINING TRAVEL SINCE 1979
FRONT COVER: Tom Hale, Backroads Founder, President & CEO, in Rajasthan, India
AWE-INSPIRING & ACTIVE What started as a middle-of-the-night brainstorm in 1979—to take guests on bike trips through the American west—is now a thriving enterprise on seven continents with an unmatched choice of activities for all kinds of travelers. As we head into our 45th year of exploring the world, we’re excited to jump-start your wanderlust for 2024. Whether you’re looking to bask under the stars on a glamping adventure or explore European islands by bike or on foot, we have a trip of a lifetime waiting for you.
Avery Hale Smith • Executive Vice President
Tom Hale • Founder, President & CEO
YOUR ADVENTURE, YOUR CHOICE.
Into the Wild p. 32
The Lap of Luxury p. 30
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Majestic Waterfalls p. 48
Thrill of the Chill p. 50
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Iceland
Canada
United States
Cuba
Belize
Guatemala
Costa Rica
Colombia
Ecuador
FIND YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE
Peru
Chile
Argentina
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7 CONTINENTS. 55+ COUNTRIES. ENDLESS WAYS TO EXPLORE!
Norway
Finland
Sweden
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Scotland
Denmark
England
Ireland
Poland Czech Republic Slovakia
Netherlands
Wales
Germany Belgium Switzerland
Austria Slovenia
France
Croatia
Italy
Montenegro
Portugal
Spain
Turkey
Greece
Japan
Morocco
Israel
Jordan
Nepal
Bhutan
India
Laos
Thailand
Cambodia Vietnam
Tanzania
Bali
Zambia
Tahiti
Namibia Botswana
South Africa
New Zealand
Tasmania
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Antarctica
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EXPERIENCE THE BACKROADS
The Very Best Leaders Backroads Trip Leaders are our employees—not independent contractors. They’re rated 9.8 out of 10 by our guests. Our world-class recruiting, hiring, training, benefits, compensation and performance programs are second to none. More Leaders Not only are our leaders world class, there are more of them, with at least three on each trip.* Never Subcontracted We don’t trust others to do the job we’ve promised we’ll do for you. World’s Best Hotels As the leader in active luxury travel, our Premiere hotels are among the finest properties around the world. When you prefer a less luxurious option, our Casual hotels are known for their character, charm and setting.
Multiple Daily Routes Choose from several routes each day to give you the freedom to explore at your own pace, always with empowering GPS maps/directions.** Perfect for Mixed Abilities Take it easy or take it up a notch. It’s up to you—do as much or as little as you like. Experts at Trip Design With 45 years of experience, our 50-person in-house trip development team, led by 12 Trip Designers with an average tenure of 17 years, partners with 200 Field Experts to create the ultimate experience for you. Two or More Support Vans Multiple support vans make all the difference. When one van is spoken for the additional van(s) remain at your service.*
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— JUST THE FACTS DIFFERENCE Scotland
The Right Group Size Our groups are small enough to explore the world with optimum flexibility and big enough to welcome a variety of fun-loving travel companions. World Leaders in Family Travel We’ve revolutionized family travel, with over 1,000 scheduled departures for families in more than 40 countries. We're the only company offering distinct family trips for three different kids’ age ranges. Incredible E-bikes One of the lightest e-bikes available, the Backroads custom designed Titanium Electric-Assist Bike provides plenty of power to flatten the hills and more than enough battery range to cover the distance. Available for guests 16 or older. †
Straight Talk We tell it like it is—we want you on the right trip for you. Unbeatable Choice
Backroads is unmatched in our offering of 6,000 Biking, Walking & Hiking and Multi-Adventure Trips. Wherever, whenever and however you want to travel, we have a great trip for you.
*Less than 5% of our guests choose trips that are small enough to support with one van and less than three leaders. **All trips have GPS-powered maps and directions available via the Backroads On Trip App. And for bike rides, we also provide Wahoo GPS devices for easy turn-by-turn navigation. † E-bikes are available throughout North America and Europe, and most Southern hemisphere trips.
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BIKING
JOURNEY ON TWO WHEELS The joy of exploring new landscapes under your own power, the moments of shared discovery and the satisfaction of celebrating it all with an espresso in the next village—all at your own pace, with no obligation to slow down or keep up with anyone else. Look for this icon: B
WALKING & HIKING
SAVOR EVERY STEP We’ve been exploring the world’s wild trails and ancient footpaths for more than three decades. Hitting the trail with your fellow travelers is exhilarating, immersive and simply fun—and the support of multiple leaders guarantees you can always go at your perfect pace. Look for this icon: W
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MULTI-ADVENTURE
THE BEST OF ALL WORLDS Join us as we bike, hike, paddle and so much more on these active and culturally rich adventures, expertly planned to highlight the unique character of your destination. Experience a region from different angles, discovering exhilarating activities and immersing yourself in its culture and landscapes.
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EASYGOING BY DESIGN
Easier than our other trips but still wonderfully active, these journeys are the perfect way to explore a region up close and in depth with fellow travelers who also want to slow down and savor the experience. Choose from E-biking, Walking and Multi-Adventure Trips.
For full collection of Dolce Tempo Trips, see web.
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SO MUCH MORE THAN ACTIVE Yes, we find the best bike rides and hikes in the world, but being on a Backroads trip is about more than the physical activities. It’s not just the invigorating walk, it’s the chat you have with the local farmer along the way.
It’s not just the thrilling ride on your bike, it’s the cold pint you enjoy at the local pub. By exploring on two feet or two wheels, the world opens itself to you, one precious moment at a time.
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Siem Reap, Cambodia Do as the locals do and bring yourself good luck with a traditional water blessing.
Ouirgane, Morocco Journey to a remote Berber village to see traditional life and share mint tea with locals.
Huilloc, Peru Chat with our friends in Huilloc, a Quechua weaving community high in the Andes.
Crete, Greece Sip a glass of Ouzo and move to the beat of a traditional Cretan dance with the locals.
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THE LEADERS YOU WANT TO TRAVEL WITH Backroads Trip Leaders elevate your vacation into a seamless, worry-free and unforgettable adventure. Their secret? Big smiles, deep local knowledge and a healthy helping of behind-the-scenes wizardry. They’re the best in the business, and they earn praise from the most discerning experts we know: our guests. Backroads travelers tell us we have the best leaders anywhere with words of praise that distinguish them in the world of travel. See for yourself how this most carefully cultivated global workforce defines the quality of your trip experience.
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“The joy, knowledge, humor and attention to detail by the leaders had us feeling like we were part of a family. Their attitudes ignited cohesion of the entire group. Several people were traveling solo and all felt included.”
Toni Hoge • El Cajon, CA
“Our leaders were perfect. Honestly, where do you find these extraordinary people?”
Buffy McKay • Ridgewood, NJ
“Backroads Trip Leaders are the absolute best. They show such concern for the well-being of the guests and amazing flexibility and readiness to adapt to the needs of the group.”
Yolanda Becker • Fort Worth, TX
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Brenta Dolomites
Lefay Dolomiti Resort & SPA
RECHARGE AT THE WORLD’S BEST HOTELS
We have longstanding local relationships with some of the finest hotels in the world, from sumptuous independent properties to prestigious alliances like Relais & Châteaux and Auberge Resorts Collection. Decades of working with the best hotels give us the inside knowledge to secure our favorite rooms well in advance.
Our hotels offer experiences as special as the regions we explore, from lavish luxury at historic palaces to elegant castles turned Renaissance villas. When you hop off the bike or step out of your hiking shoes, our carefully hand-selected accommodations await, ready to offer you the very best stay.
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LOCAL FLAVORS, INSPIRED CUISINE From farm-to-table lunches in country kitchens to Michelin- starred culinary adventures, we
believe that the best vacations are full of mouthwatering memories. Following an afternoon of biking, hiking, paddling or surfing, it’s time to see what else is on the menu. Our dining experiences reflect the unique flavor of every region we visit. We dine together because memorable meals go well with a side of storytelling and laughter— but you always have the option to split off and do your own thing.
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ADVENTURES ARE BETTER TOGETHER
support you need, and large enough to keep the conversations interesting. And with unique trip types thoughtfully tailored to different travelers, your adventure will feel like it was designed just for you—because it was.
Over more than four decades, we’ve built a community around our love of active travel. That’s why our trips are so special: because of the people you share them with. Our group sizes are small enough to deliver the personalized
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COUPLES, FRIENDS & SOLOS
Enjoy enormous flexibility on our small group trips. Discover the world and savor the fun-loving company of your fellow Backroads travelers with as much or as little camaraderie as you like.
NEW! WOMEN'S ADVENTURES For the longtime friends, the solo travelers, the sisters, mothers and daughters—share unforgettable experiences and local encounters with this special collection of our expertly designed trips. See p. 23
FAMILY Only Backroads offers trips for three distinct age groups, where you can enjoy the kind of unique, authentic experiences that families just can’t find elsewhere. See p. 46
• Families with Teens & Kids • Families with Older Teens & 20s • Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond
GO PRIVATE!
Whether you’re traveling with friends, family or colleagues, our Private Trips are a great way to see the world. You get the same amazing Backroads itineraries— continually refined and improved for over four decades— enjoyed with the traveling companions of your choosing.
Visit backroads.com/private to learn more.
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EUROPEAN ISLANDS
THE BLUE EFFECT
Islands represent escape. Isolation. But not these European archipelagos. Woven into a web of trade and cultures and ideas since ancient times, these islands are destinations in their own right. The blue backdrop is just a bonus.
Corsica Denmark Islands Mallorca & Menorca Portugal’s Azores Sardinia Sicily Sicily & the Aeolian Islands B B M B M W W W
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ANCIENT WONDE�S No need for a DeLorean. We’ll transport you back in time to visit some of the world’s most epic historic treasures. With iconic sites like mountaintop Machu Picchu, jungle-shrouded Angkor Wat and the Roman ruins of the UK, prepare to be awestruck. WORLD HERITAGE SITES
Belize & Guatemala Peru Scotland & England Vietnam & Cambodia M W
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Greece
EUROPEAN COASTAL FAVORITES
THE OLD WORLD & THE SEA Why choose between your wanderlust fix and your dose of vitamin sea? Smell the salty air, taste today’s catch and feel exhilarating new winds. Bliss is found where you least expect it along Europe’s sun-strewn beaches and faraway shores.
Bordeaux to Biarritz Cinque Terre & Tuscany Cornwall Croatia B M W W M
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WOMEN’S ADVENTURES - NEW!
THE ULTIMATE GIRLS’ TRIP
Women of Backroads—longtime friends, solo travelers, sisters, mothers and daughters—these trips were designed just for you. Hike, bike and adventure through wild landscapes thousands of miles from everything you know, but instantly feel at home.
Camino de Santiago Cinque Terre & Tuscany Cotswolds Greece’s Peloponnese W
Iceland Portugal
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EPIC PEAKS
LIVING THE
Dolomites
Something in us is drawn to mountains. On a primeval level, they both protect and challenge us. And we’re awed by their crystal light and kaleidoscopic angles. Here is beauty to make you lightheaded. Blame it on the altitude.
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HIGH LIFE
Argentina’s Patagonia Canadian Rockies Dolomites French, Italian & Swiss Alps B M B M W
Norway’s Lofoten Islands Swiss Alps B M W
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PARADISE IS PEOPLE GREAT FOR PRIVATE GROUPS
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Backroads Private Trips pair our 40+ years of travel expertise with your handpicked guest list. From birthdays to graduations to retirements, choose a date and celebrate the Backroads way. You bring the guests. We’ll do the rest.
Start planning your Private Trip today! See web to learn more.
“Planning a Private Trip with Backroads means less stress or worry. It's turnkey. Backroads manages logistics and trip leadership so you can focus your time on family and friends. We've now taken four Private Trips with Backroads and have two more scheduled and it just gets better every time." JOHN & ANNE BARRY • CHARLOTTE, NC
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A FEAST FOR THE SENSES GOURMET DELIGHTS
Whoever said “eat to live, don’t live to eat” never traveled with us. When hiking among fields of spices or cycling through heirloom family orchards, food deserves center stage. Be it a Michelin- starred restaurant or a Tuscan nonna ’s kitchen, our mouthwatering meals will not only get your taste buds singing—but also connect you to the heart of a place.
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WINE LOVERS
DRINK IT ALL IN
Bordeaux & Dordogne Burgundy Madrid to Douro Valley & Porto Provence Wine Country to Luberon Tuscany Wine Country B B B B
It’s not just wine in a glass; it’s a gateway to the essence of a place. Explore the world’s celebrated wine regions, drinking in the flavors and stories of a culture at your own pace.
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Argentina’s Mendoza
THE LAP OF LUXU�Y LUXE HOTELS
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From historic castles and châteaux to warm hospitality at elegant inns, the world-class hotels we stay in are as spectacular as the scenery we explore. We book the best hotels so you can truly rejuvenate for another active day.
Argentina’s Mendoza California Wine Country German & Austrian Alps Mallorca Provence Luberon to Lavender Country B W B W M
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INTO THE WILD Leave it to Mother Nature to be the ultimate travel guide: rugged mountains to climb, serpentine fjords to sail, unreal flora and fauna to discover… the marvels are endless. Backroads brings you luxurious creature comforts. Earth provides the wonder. THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Alaska Canadian Rockies Heli-Hiking Chile Patagonia & Fjords Cruise Galápagos & Andes Iceland‘s Golden Circle & Volcanic Highlands M W M W W W
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Scotland
DOLCE TEMPO Explore a region up close and in depth. In the company of fellow travelers, slow down and drink it all in. Linger atop spectacular mountain trails. Savor leisurely e-bike rides between historic sites. As easy as you like it, still wonderfully active. Choose from E-biking, Walking and Multi-Adventure trips. EXPLORE. ESCAPE. UNWIND.
Alaska Canadian Rockies Dolomites Ireland Mallorca Napa & Sonoma M M B W
Nova Scotia Peru W
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Bhutan
SPIRITUAL PATHS
GOOD
VIBRATIONS
Be they towering temples, ancient footpaths or hippie hideaways, some places just feel different. Whether you’re called by a spiritual energy or moved by storied pasts, take the pilgrimage.
Bali Bhutan Camino de Santiago India Sedona M M W M W
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HIKING HIGH MOUNTAIN ESCAPES
HUT TO HUT
We’re all about getting out there. Letting your feet take you where worries can’t catch up. These trips take the concept to new heights. Across new frontiers. Because there’s nothing like rounding a corner of the trail only to see windows glowing in welcome.
Nepal
Dolomites Italian, French & Swiss Alps Nepal Peru Pyrenees W W W W
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EUROPEAN VILLAGES Every good fairy tale starts in a village. So do many great hikes and bike rides. Then they pass through another village. And another. Stroll the square with locals. Inhale the scents of flower boxes. This is the beating heart of Europe. QUINTESSENTIAL IDYLLS
Brittany & Normandy Cinque Terre & Tuscany Cotswolds Ireland Swiss Alps B M W B M W W
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GLAMPING ADVENTURES LUXURY
Great Smoky Mountains
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THE STARS
Adventure-filled days of biking and hiking in national parks. Oozing s’mores, starlit skies. Retreat to our glamping resorts, praised by Condé Nast Traveler . Unwind by the warm glow of the campfire and swap stories beneath the twinkling sky.
Black Hills & Badlands Bryce & Zion Great Smoky Mountains M M M
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Aspen
SWEET ESCAPES IN US & CANADA SMALL- TOWN CHARM Bucolic landscapes and enchanting vistas grace these charming towns. Envision a picturesque hamlet with craft brews, farm-to-table eats and rolling bike paths. Join us to discover small-town comfort, excellent rides and stunning hotels.
San Juan Islands
Aspen Carolinas Martha‘s Vineyard & Nantucket Nova Scotia San Juan Islands B B B M B M W B W
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Greece
MIX IT UP WITH MULTI-ADVENTURE BIKE, HIKE, PADDLE & MORE
Costa Rica
Belize
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Basque Country Belize & Guatemala Costa Rica Greece Palm Springs & Joshua Tree Tanzania M M M M M
Sometimes it’s because a unique sport is the perfect pairing for a destination. Sometimes it’s because an activity is too much fun for us to say no to. And sometimes it’s because there are just too many good choices. Multi-Adventure. How will you explore the world?
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FAR-FLUNG VOYAGES
AWAY FROM IT ALL
Take a break from the day-to-day and journey with us to an exotic destination. You’ll be too busy soaking in Japanese hot springs, sipping Tasmanian wine, hiking to the edge of the Earth in Newfoundland or island-hopping around Tahiti to have a care in the world.
Antarctica Japan Newfoundland Tahiti Tasmania B M M M
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FUN FOR THE
French, Italian & Swiss Alps
FAMILIES WITH TEENS & KIDS Kids are all about curiosity and exploration. And with Backroads Family Trips around the world, you can finally compete with that summer camp they keep talking about. The adventures abound. But what lasts will be the memories.
French, Italian & Swiss Alps Hawaii Loire Valley B M
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WHOLE FAMILY
Norway
Galápagos & Andes
Greece
Packed with options and plenty of photo-ready moments, these expertly planned itineraries offer opportunities to explore together at any pace with the independence, challenge and wow factor your older kids crave. FAMILIES WITH OLDER TEENS & 20s | YOUNG ADULTS 20 s & BEYOND Argentina’s Patagonia Lake District Galápagos & Andes Greece Norway’s Fjords Quebec M M W M W M
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FEEL THE RUSH
M A J E S T I C
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Vietnam
Thundering. Powerful. Awesome. There’s nothing quite like starting to hear the pounding of a cascade before its dramatic reveal. From Iceland to Laos, hike, bike and witness firsthand some of the world’s most wondrous falls.
Columbia River Gorge Costa Rica Iceland Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos Yosemite Valley B M W M W
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THRILL OF THE SNOW ADVENTURES
The world contains so much wonder during the quiet winter seasons. Luxe igloos and thermal soaks await amid sparkling landscapes. Active pursuits? Try snowshoeing and ice climbing, for starters. Who said that only “summer” and “vacation” go hand in hand?
Canadian Rockies Finland & Sweden Iceland Northern Lights Yellowstone & Tetons M M
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SOAK UP THE SUN WARM WINTER DESTINATIONS
Bali
This winter head to sunnier skies and bask in rejuvenating warmth in bucket-list destinations like Bali, India and Tasmania. With swimming, hiking, biking, yoga and more, you’ll be in paradise.
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BEAT THE HEAT EARLY SPRING & LATE FALL FAVORITES
These shoulder-season trips are the perfect way to experience some of the world’s most exciting hot-weather destinations without the crowds or the high temps. Red rocks, golden plains and desert splendor await.
Andaluc í a Arizona Death Valley Morocco Palm Springs & Joshua Tree B B W M W
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US NATIONAL PARKS
AMERICA’S NATIONAL TREASURES Dodge the crowds, hike off-the-beaten-path routes and journey deeper on our one-of-a-kind national park adventures. Bike Going-to-the-Sun Road, marvel at the Grand Canyon, visit Crater Lake’s otherworldly caldera or summit Cadillac Mountain. Join us for an unforgettable vacation!
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GUEST-FAVORITE BIKE TOURS
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Tuscany
There’s a reason the love of cycling is what started Backroads back in 1979. And why these quintessential bike tour destinations remain some of our guests’ all-time favorites. Some old classics, and some new. Always fully supported.
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OPEN WATE� Unpack just once, and your window drifts past city spires and green shores. Spend a week biking and hiking as new landscapes scroll by around you. Sound impossible? It’s an active cruise. Small ships. Real destinations. Utterly unique vacations. ACTIVE OCEAN & RIVER CRUISES
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Quebec
Discover the rural landscapes and fascinating cultures between the cities that bring us together. Journey beyond these beloved gateways and experience the food, colors, flora and fauna that make a region unique. Cities are just the start. EXCITING GATEWAY CITIES URBAN BOOKENDS
Berlin to Prague (Germany to Czech Republic) Burlington to Montreal (Vermont to Quebec) Copenhagen (Sweden to Denmark) Munich to Salzburg (Germany to Austria) B
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TRIP PRICE Prices are per person based on double occupancy (two people per room) and quoted in US dollars. Prices are valid at time of publishing and are subject to change at any time. You can always find the most current prices on our website, or by calling us. Once you book your Backroads trip, your price is guaranteed. Prices cover land costs only, and do not include airfare to and from the trip. Trip prices include accommodations, baggage transfers, porterage and all ground transportation during your trip. Please see the trip web page for more specifics on all items included in the trip price. Local taxes may apply in select destinations. Active Cruises are subject to port fees. Private rooms and pro bike or tandem upgrades incur a supplemental fee. ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATIONS If you book after the Final Payment due date (see web) and Backroads must request additional rooms from our hotels or ships, you will be charged your trip deposit (and Final Payment for Special Departures and Active Cruises) before you are confirmed on the trip. If we are unable to confirm your room(s) within 7 business days, you will receive a full deposit refund. If we can confirm your room(s), your remaining balance will be charged on the day following confirmation using the same payment method as your deposit. If you decide to cancel before or after the rooms have been confirmed, cancellation fees will apply TRAVELING SOLO If you are traveling solo and prefer to share a room, Backroads will endeavor to find you a roommate of the same gender. We are able to pair roommates over half the time , saving you the private room fee. The earlier you book, the more likely we can find you a roommate. TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN Because you can’t plan for the unexpected, we strongly encourage that you consider the Arch RoamRight Travel Protection Plan to help protect against financial loss due to cancellation fees. A travel protection plan may protect up to 100% of your vacation investment when unforeseen covered issues arise. Visit backroads.com/travel-insurance for a detailed plan summary and more information. GUEST TRANSFER & CANCELLATION POLICY Exceptions to our cancellation policy cannot be made for any reason, including but not limited to weather, terrorism, civil unrest, pandemics, personal, family or medical emergencies. There is no refund for arriving late or leaving a trip early. Private rooms, staterooms and internal air charges are considered part of the total trip price and are subject to cancellation fees. Percentage cancellation fees are calculated on your total trip price. We reserve the right to cancel departures in cases of force majeure or the failure of third parties—such as hotels or ships—to honor their reservations. In these cases, you will be refunded your trip price. Backroads is not responsible for expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled or postponed trips, such as airline tickets, or for costs that are incurred due to travel delays, flight cancellations or illness.
BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE Your deposit is FULLY REFUNDABLE † on Scheduled and Private Trips Your deposit is FULLY TRANSFERABLE † on Scheduled Trips YOUR TRIP WILL RUN ¤ at any group size In the event that your trip only has one party at the time of final payment, for most departures we’ll call you to ask if you’d prefer to travel with more guests. Most Backroads guests prefer a robust group of travelers; if you choose to transfer to a fuller trip, you’ll receive a $300 credit, per guest. If instead you prefer to travel with a very small group, an additional $800 per guest guarantees your trip will run. If even one more party signs up, we’ll refund your $800. † see web for details ¤ Applies to Scheduled Trips only. Does not apply to Private Trips, Cruises or Special Departures (Africa Safaris; Vietnam & Cambodia Walking & Hiking; Peru Trekking and possibly others as noted on our website); Asia; Latin America; Middle East; Dalmatian Coast; Martha’s Vineyard & Nantucket; Morocco; New Zealand; Amalfi Coast Premiere; Iceland Northern Lights; Yellowstone & Tetons Snow Adventure and trips with Internal Air.
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TRIPS IN THIS CATALOG
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European Islands p. 18 Corsica Denmark Islands Mallorca & Menorca
Wine Lovers p. 29 Bordeaux & Dordogne
BIKING MULTI
WALKING
BIKING MULTI
WALKING
SROW
BDBB BUCB DUMB PROB TUSB
Burgundy
DSDB
Madrid to Douro Valley & Porto Provence Wine Country to Luberon
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Portugal’s Azores
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Tuscany Wine Country Luxe Hotels p. 30 Argentina’s Mendoza California Wine Country German & Austrian Alps
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Sicily
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Sicily & Aeolian Islands Ancient Wonders p. 20 Belize & Guatemala
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SIAW
WCYB
WCYW MUSW
BZGM
Peru
Mallorca
PERM PERW
MALB PRSB
Scotland & England Vietnam & Cambodia
Provence Luberon to Lavender Country
SLEB VCAB
SLDW VCAW
Into the Wild p. 32 Alaska
European Coastal Favorites p. 22 Bordeaux to Biarritz
ALKM ALKW
Canadian Rockies Heli-Hiking Chile Patagonia & Fjords Cruise
BDZM
CNHW CLPW
Cinque Terre & Tuscany
CQTW ELLW
Cornwall
Galápagos & Andes
ECAM ECRW
Croatia Greece Puglia Turkey
Iceland’s Golden Circle & Volcanic Highlands Dolce Tempo p. 34 Visit backroads.com/dolce-tempo to learn more Spiritual Paths p. 36 Bali
DCTB DCTM DCTW
ICHM
GRCM GRPW
PLAB
TKYW
Women’s Adventures NEW p. 23 Camino de Santiago
BLIM
Bhutan
STGB
STGW CQTW ELCW GRPW
BTNM BTNW
Cinque Terre & Tuscany
Camino de Santiago
STGB
STGW
Cotswolds
India
INDM
Greece Pelopponese
Sedona
AZSW
Hiking Hut to Hut p. 37 Dolomites
Iceland Portugal
ICHM ICSW
DMHW FISW NPLW PELW CAPW
PGLB
PGLW
Epic Peaks p. 24 Argentina’s Patagonia
Italian, French & Swiss Alps
Nepal
ARLM ARPW
Canadian Rockies
Peru
CNJB CNOM CNNW DMSB DMTM DMSW
Dolomites
Pyrenees
European Villages p. 38 Brittany & Normandy Cinque Terre & Tuscany
French & Italian Alps
FIAW
Lofoten Islands
BNYB
BNYW CQTW ELCW
NWAM
Swiss Alps
SWAB SWAM SWAW
Great for Private Groups p. 26 Visit backroads.com/private to learn more Gourmet Delights p. 28 Champagne & Alsace ASCB Provence Active Culinary
Cotswolds
Ireland
IREB
IREM IREW
Swiss Alps
SWAB SWAM SWAW
Glamping Adventures p. 40 Black Hills & Badlands
SDBM CYZM NCTM
PRCW
Thailand
Bryce & Zion
THDB
Tuscany Active Culinary
Great Smoky Mountains
TUCW
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Small-Town Charm in US & Canada p. 41 Aspen
Warm Winter Destinations p. 52 Bali
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CDOB
BLIM INDM TASM
Carolinas
India
NCSB NCSM
Martha’s Vineyard & Nantucket
Tasmania Thailand Vietnam
MTVB NSAB
Nova Scotia
NSAW
THDB THDM
San Juan Islands
PSDB PSDM PSDW
VCAB VCMM VCAW
Mix It Up with Multi-Adventure p. 42 Basque Country
Early Spring & Late Fall Favorites p. 53 Andalucía
BQYM BZGM CRCM GRCM PJTM TZAM
ANDB
Belize & Guatemala
Arizona
AZAM AZSW
Costa Rica
Death Valley
DVYB
Greece
Morocco
MORW
Palm Springs & Joshua Tree
Palm Springs & Joshua Tree
PJTM PJTW
US National Parks p. 54 Arches & Canyonlands
Tanzania
Far-Flung Voyages p. 44 Antarctica
MCAW NCTW
Blue Ridge & Smoky Mountains
AAAM
Japan
Bryce & Grand Canyon Crater Lake & Cascades
JPNB
CYGM
Newfoundland
NFLW
CKEB CKEM CKEW GLAB GLAM GLAW MEAB MEAM MEAW
Tahiti
Glacier
TIIM
Tasmania
Maine’s Acadia
TASM
Families with Teens & Kids p. 46 French, Italian & Swiss Alps
Guest-Favorite Bike Tours p. 56 Chile
FITM
CLEB GLBB PGLB PRSB SBOB TUSB
Hawaii
Glacier to Banff
HWBM
Loire Valley
Portugal Provence
LVYB NLBB
Netherlands & Belgium Yellowstone & Tetons
Santa Barbara to Ojai
YTNM Families with Older Teens & 20s | Young Adults 20s & Beyond p. 47 Argentina’s Patagonia Lake District ARLM Galápagos & Andes ECAM ECRW Greece GRCM Norway’s Fjords NWYM NWYW Quebec QBCM Majestic Waterfalls p. 48 Columbia River Gorge CGEB CGEM Costa Rica CRAB CRAM Iceland ICSM ICSW Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos VCLB Yosemite Valley YOVW Snow Adventures p. 50 Canadian Rockies CNOM Finland & Sweden LPDM Iceland Northern Lights ICLM Yellowstone & Tetons YTSM
Tuscany
Active Ocean & River Cruises p. 58 Croatia
DCTM
Danube
DANB DURB
Douro
Galápagos
ECGM
Rhine Seine
RIRB SERB
Exciting Gateway Cities p. 60 Berlin to Prague (Germany to Czech Rep.) Munich to Salzburg (Germany to Austria)
BEPB
MUSB MUSM MUSW
Madrid to Valencia (Spain)
VLMB PMVB
Parma to Verona & Venice (Italy) Copenhagen (Sweden to Denmark)
DSNB Burlington to Montreal (Vermont to Quebec) VTQB
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