2026 Active Adventures

2026 ACTIVE ADVENTURES HIKING & WALKING • BIKING • MULTI-ADVENTURE

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7 CONTINENTS. 60+ COUNTRIES. ENDLESS WAYS TO EXPLORE.

This is your time—to explore the world in ways that feel personal, immersive and unforgettable. At Backroads, we craft active adventures steeped in cultural discovery and meaningful connection. Whether you’re biking scenic country roads, hiking breathtaking trails or unwinding in hotels that celebrate the best of a place, we handle every detail so you can focus on the moments that move you.

AWE-INSPIRING & ACTIVE

Backroads has been crafting unforgettable adventures for decades. And for the past five years, we’ve had the joy and privilege of leading the company together as father and daughter, blending years of know-how with a fresh perspective as we guide Backroads into its next chapter. It’s an exciting time. We’re entering our third year of Women’s Adventures, expanding our Unplugged trips for riders who want to go electric-free, and launching our new 30s & 40s collection. To our longtime guests: thank you for continuing to travel with us. Your loyalty, stories and enthusiasm are the heart of Backroads. And if you’re new here: welcome! We’re thrilled to share the spirit of Backroads and invite you into a community that celebrates discovery, connection and the joy of exploring the world on two feet or two wheels. Wherever the path leads next, we’ll be out there—ready for what’s around the bend.

Avery Hale Smith • Chief Experience Officer

Tom Hale • Founder, President & CEO

Camino Del Norte

OUR GUESTS SAY IT BEST

“At Backroads, I feel not only deeply cared for but deeply inspired. Everything, from the bikes and hotels to the food and the leaders, is world-class. I can’t imagine a better way to

“Your team has mastered the art of true modern hospitality: deeply connecting people to a place and to each other. And for that I am forever grateful.” Jennifer Zimmerman • Westport, CT

experience the world.” Diana Sheehan • Princeton, NJ

“Backroads has changed my vacation experience from mundane sightseeing to unbelievable adventuring. There is absolutely nothing like it. And the guides and accommodations are off the charts!” Paul Vagianos • Ridgewood, NJ

“We used to tell our kids that being consistently good is great and being consistently great is legendary. Backroads is consistently great.” Laura Gibbs • Birmingham, MI

Argentina’s Mendoza Wine Country & Andes

REDEFINING ACTIVE TRAVEL SINCE 1979 EXPERIENCE THE BACKROADS DIFFERENCE

Unbeatable Choice We’re unmatched in our offering of 7,000+ Hiking & Walking, Biking and Multi-Adventure itineraries. No matter where, when, how and with whom you want to travel, Backroads has the perfect trip. Active for Everyone Take it easy or take it up a notch. It’s always up to you—do as much or as little as you like, even if your traveling companion prefers a different tempo. Multiple Daily Routes Daily activity options invite you to explore your destination at your own pace and comfort level. Navigate with confidence using GPS maps and directions in the Backroads On Trip App, plus Wahoo bike devices for seamless turn-by-turn tracking. Straight Talk From terrain and climate notes to local customs and cultural traditions, we tell it like it is before you book—we want you on the right trip for you.

Extraordinary Hotels Our hand-selected hotels are some of the world’s best, with options to suit every taste and travel style—Premiere for ultimate luxury, Deluxe for chic comfort and Casual for a more relaxed charm. Top-Tier Bikes for Every Rider Engineered for excellence and maintained by pros, our fleet of 10,000 custom-built titanium bikes is in a class of its own. Enjoy complimentary performance road bikes and hybrid e-bikes throughout Europe and North America and on most southern hemisphere trips. Experts at Trip Design Behind each itinerary is a half-century of experience and a trip design team that brings precision, passion and purpose to every detail: 12 Regional Directors and 27 Regional Leads collaborate with 300+ Trip Experts in the field to craft extraordinary active adventures. 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.

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The Best Leaders, Bar None With an average guest rating of 9.8/10, our leaders are in a league of their own. Our recruiting, hiring, training, benefits and performance programs are singular in the world of travel, attracting outstanding individuals and developing their talents and skills. They’re not independent contractors, but valued employees with strong ties to the communities where they lead. More Leaders, More Support With more Backroads leaders on every trip, you’ll always have support when you need it. A team of at least three leaders plus two or more support vans gives you the freedom to ride, hike or pause— knowing we’re right there when it counts.* Never Subcontracted We’ve been setting the standard for quality since 1979. We don’t subcontract because we don’t trust others to do the job we’ve promised you we’ll do.

The Right Kind of Together Who you travel with matters just as much as where you go. That’s why we continue to create unique ways to share experiences around the world—like our Family Adventures, Women’s Adventures, Unplugged Trips (no e-bikes) and trips for travelers in their 30s & 40s. Family Travel Perfected We’ve spent years fine-tuning the art of family travel, and we know how to create trips that make everyone happy. Whether you’re traveling with little explorers, independent teens or young adults, no one offers more dates, more destinations or more options for your family than we do. No One Does Private Better Unrivaled in our selection of ready-to-book dates and adventures across the globe, traveling with your crew has never been easier—or more fun. Thousands of expertly planned itineraries to choose from, perks for Private Trip Organizers and dedicated support every step of the way.

*Less than 5 percent of our guests choose trips that are small enough to support with one van and fewer than three leaders.

It feels good to move. Hiking, biking or paddling, you’re part of the landscape— not just passing through it. With expert support and the flexibility to experience the world your way, Backroads trips invite you into the heart of a place, where natural wonders, time-honored traditions and meaningful cultural encounters await. It’s active, and so much more. WAYS TO GO ACTIVE SEE THE WORLD UNDER YOUR OWN POWER

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BIKING

Whether you chase the climb, coast into town or linger where the view holds you—this is biking with Backroads: immersive, flexible and awe-inspiring from start to finish.

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HIKING & WALKING

Thoughtfully supported adventures that give you the freedom to wander the world’s most beauti- ful trails at your own pace and in great company. Includes: Active Culinary, Home Base & Lodge-to-Lodge

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MULTI-ADVENTURE

Love a little bit of everything? So do we. Bike, hike, paddle and dive into local thrills like rafting, surfing and rock climbing—for the travelers who want it all. Includes: Active Safaris, Glamping & Snow Adventures

DOLCE TEMPO

Optimally active and elegantly balanced journeys with plenty of opportunity for culinary detours, vineyard visits and spa time. Easy(going) does it.

UNPLUGGED

Designed for cyclists who want to experience a ride together—with all its ups and downs—under their own power (no e-bikes). A small number of e-bikes are available for companion riders.

YOUR EXPERT TRIP LEADERS THE DREAM TEAM

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Guides, interpreters, facilitators, cheerleaders and all-around sources of inspiration and goodwill, our Trip Leaders set Backroads apart. This team of pros is rigorously trained, brilliantly resourceful and just plain fun. Their greatest superpower? Making every journey feel personal—and totally unforgettable. See for yourself how the most carefully cultivated global workforce in the world of travel defines the quality of your trip experience.

Meet the team! backroads.com/leaders

”They’re like that great friend who doesn’t drag you out on the dance floor, but just makes you want to dance.” Graham Finley • Edmonton, AB

DAYS OF WONDER. NIGHTS OF WOW.

RECHARGE AT THE WORLD’S BEST HOTELS Premiere, Deluxe & Casual Hotels • Small Ships When we select hotels, we’re looking for something that feels both exceptional and true to the spirit of your destination. It’s not just about comfort or elegance—it’s about staying somewhere that reflects the beauty of the region, with thoughtful design, genuine hospitality and a strong sense of place.

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai

ADVENTURES ARE BETTER TOGETHER

TRIPS FOR EVERY TRAVELER

30s & 40s NEW

Couples, Friends & Solos

Women ’ s Adventures

Families

Private

Since 1979, we’ve brought together travelers who crave movement, connection and a different way to see the world. And our groups are just the right size—small enough to deliver personalized support on the road and trail, big enough to keep the conversations interesting at the table. Whether you arrive solo or with others, you’ll have the flexibility to go your own pace and room to connect in whatever way feels right. Real camaraderie, fostered by adventure.

Solo Room Savings: We’ve made it even easier to go solo or enjoy your own space on select dates with private room savings. Go your own way: backroads.com/solo 16

“ Starting as strangers, we quickly became a tight-knit group, sharing stories, laughter and the thrill of adventure. ” Sheryl Whyte • Rocky View, AB 17

CROATIA & BEYOND

Ancient walled cities, glamorous seaside towns and pristine islands, all connected by miles of sun-drenched Adriatic Coast. Miles to explore by bike, from karst landscapes to vineyards and fragrant rosemary fields, and on foot, in pine and cypress forests and along rugged cliffs to secluded bays perfect for swimming. Craving even more? Pair the delights of Croatia with Slovenia’s glacial lakes and snowcapped peaks or a kayak adventure on Montenegro’s World Heritage Bay of Kotor.

“We are obsessed with Backroads. Love the value, the service, the activities, the ’ special ’ stuff that happens along the way, the leaders who are so knowledgeable and the like-minded guests/friends that we meet on the trips.“ Dana Steele • Tiburon, CA

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Croatia Croatia & Montenegro Croatia Ocean Cruise Croatia & Slovenia B H M M M B M Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Dolce Tempo

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RIVERS OF EUROPE The Danube, dividing East and West. The Rhine and Rhône, linking seafaring worlds to Alpine heartlands. The wines of the Douro, the châteaux of the Seine and the canals of the Low Countries: rivers have written European history with their waters. Now they’ll write the story of your vacation. Sail across the Continent and find the perfect balance between active adventure and sublime relaxation. Unpack once, settle in and go with the flow.

Bordeaux River Cruise Danube River Cruise Douro River Cruise Dutch & Belgian Waterways Cruise Provence’s Rhône River Cruise Rhine River Cruise Seine River Cruise Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family B B M B B B B

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Cinque Terre & Tuscany Tuscany Active Culinary Tuscany by the Sea Tuscany Wine Country Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Dolce Tempo • Women’s Adventures • Family B B H H savor the region’s celebrated flavors with new friends and spend leisurely afternoons sipping un caffè in a leafy piazza or lounging under a striped umbrella by the sea. BELLA TOSCANA Equal parts classic and totally unexpected, there’s no place quite like Tuscany, and we’ve been sharing the very best of this sun-warmed destination with Backroads guests for more than four decades. Bike at your own pace to medieval hilltop towns, hike to world-class vineyards,

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ITALY’S DOLOMITES

Ascend to Alpine bliss on a grand adventure in Italy’s towering World Heritage landscape. Hike and bike through a fairy-tale tableau of pine forests and jewel-toned lakes. Of glacial valleys carpeted with wildflowers, quaint villages and luxurious hideaways. A blend of Italian, Austrian and Tyrolean cultures. In winter, trek snowy plateaus and warm up next to roaring fireplaces. Life in the Dolomites is always on the up and up.

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H Austrian Alps & Italy’s Dolomites Bavaria, Tyrolean Alps & Dolomites Brenta Dolomites Home Base Dolomites Dolomites to Lake Garda B M H B H M B

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Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo • 30s & 40s

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PORTUGAL Wander Lisbon’s winding cobblestone streets, adorned with iconic azulejo tiles. Sip unique wines amid the sweeping terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley. Bask in the beauty of towering limestone cliffs and white-sand beaches along the dazzling Algarve coast. Whatever draws you to Portugal, you’ll discover a laid-back charm, exceptional cuisine, extraordinary hotels and a Mediterranean climate perfect for active adventures.

Madrid to Porto Madrid to the Douro River & Porto Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo • 30s & 40s B

Algarve & Alentejo Algarve & Andalusia Camino de Santiago Lisbon to Porto H

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ISLANDS OF SPAIN & PORTUGAL Just a hop, skip and a jump from the Iberian Coast lies a world of wonders. From epic cycling routes in the Balearic and Canary Islands to the lush levadas (aqueducts) of Madeira and the black- sand beaches of the Azores, these are anything but ordinary “fly and flop” getaways. Exhilarating outdoor adventures reveal spectacular scenery and rich cultural heritage, capturing the magic of island life in a whole new way.

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Madeira Mallorca Mallorca & Menorca B H M

Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo • 30s & 40s

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FRENCH WINE COUNTRY It’s not just the fairy-tale castles, swaying sunflower fields and legendary wine regions that give France its singular character. It’s also the morning markets and ancient cobblestones of the country’s most beautiful villages. The light-filled luxury hotels and the culinary elegance of its world-class restaurants. For nearly 40 years, we’ve been perfecting itineraries that take you on and off the beaten path in this one-of-a-kind destination. Joie de vivre awaits in France.

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Bordeaux & Dordogne Champagne & Alsace Loire Valley B

Provence & Costa Brava Provence to the French Riviera H

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Provence Wine Country to Luberon Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo

Luberon to Lavender Country Provence Active Culinary H

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ICELAND Iceland distorts all sense of scale. Travelers are dwarfed by immense glaciers, waterfalls and volcanoes. At the same time, tenacious Icelanders pull electricity from the ground and maintain the arts in towns of a few hundred residents—a testament to humanity’s vast ambitions. Our trips immerse you in all the pleasures of this unique island. Access remote natural wonders by day. Then soak in steaming thermal waters beneath the midnight sun.

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Iceland: Glaciers & Coast Iceland: Northern Lights Iceland Ocean Cruise Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo M H M

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“Having never been on an active vacation, I didn’t know what to expect. I have now fallen in love with the concept. Backroads managed to find the perfect balance of challenge and fun.” Becca Jones • Charlotte, NC

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SCANDINAVIA & THE BALTICS

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In these sea-swept countries on top of the world, summer is a gift. Time to wander mountaintops, bike on rural and coastal roads, dine on fresh fish. Relish unique stays in spa oases and converted castles. But then, you could also come and embrace the crisp golden autumn or radiant winter. And discover that between the wilderness and the ancient cultures that thrive here, Scandinavia and the Baltics are the real gifts.

Norway’s Fjords Norway’s Lofoten Islands Norway’s Northern Lights Sweden & Denmark Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo H M H B M H

Baltics Denmark Islands Finland & Sweden Northern Lights Finland Northern Lights Norway & Sweden Norway’s Ålesund Fjords H B B B M

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Europe’s garden-like northwestern shores enchant with soft landscapes and stunning architecture, tended to and shaped by generations. Not to mention a flair for spending time outside—whether that means relaxation on café terraces, recreation on peaceful trails or everyday errands on shady pedestrian streets. Here, bike paths and canals are the preferred ways to get around. There’s no better way to experience the highs of the Low Countries. NETHERLANDS & ITS NEIGHBORS

“Backroads’ knowledge and attention to detail made this trip unlike any vacation we’ve ever taken. It was like being shown around a foreign country by family that lived there.“ John Burnell • Olmstead Falls, OH

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Amsterdam to Bruges Amsterdam to Brussels Dutch & Belgian Waterways River Cruise Germany & Netherlands Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo B B H M B

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ALL OF THE ALPS At this point, Mother Nature is just showing off. Here, under a glittering sky, green valleys plummet into the distance and snowy peaks pile higher than the clouds. There are endless ways to enjoy this natural playground—and a laundry list of colorful cultures that call it home. That’s why we’ve created incredible adventures with everything from cycling to hiking in five countries. Come discover the most stunning landscapes the Alps have to offer.

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French Alps French & Italian Alps French & Italian Alps Lodge-to-Lodge French, Italian & Swiss Alps German & Austrian Alps Home Base Germany to Austria’s Alps Italian & Swiss Alps H H M M H B M

Swiss Alps Swiss Alps to Lake Como Switzerland H M B

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BRITISH & EMERALD ISLES

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It’s no wonder these windswept isles have given the world such a wealth of folklore, culture and magic. Here amid castles and ruins, listen to legends. Learn Irish words over a pint of Guinness or sip tea in the quaint Cotswolds. Find Arthurian sites in Cornwall or tee up in the green birthplace of golf. Join us to chase Nessie or explore rugged Scottish isles—and no matter where the left lane takes you, you’re welcomed by age-old hospitality traditions.

Scotland & England Scotland’s Inverness & Isle of Skye Scottish Highlands Wales Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo H H H B B H M

England’s Cornwall England’s Cotswolds Ireland’s Connemara Ireland’s Cork & Kerry

Ireland’s Cork & Killarney Ireland’s Dublin to Belfast

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ARGENTINA & CHILE The Southern Andes astound. From the Argentine Lake District’s pine-studded shores to the Chilean Lakes’ surreal landscape of rain forests and araucaria trees, Mendoza’s windswept vineyards and Patagonia’s larger-than-life wilderness, this legendary range has a hundred faces. Follow the stars of the Southern Cross overhead... and get ready for Argentina and Chile to turn what you knew about mountains upside-down.

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Argentina ’ s Mendoza Wine Country & Andes Argentina ’ s Patagonia Argentina ’ s Patagonia Lake District Chile Chile ’ s Patagonia M H H M B H

Chile ’ s Patagonia & Fjords Cruise Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo

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NEW ZEALAND

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The Maori call New Zealand the “Land of the Long White Cloud.” Like a cloud floating in an otherwise cloudless sky, these remote twin islands do seem to contain their own complete world. Towering glaciers? Got it. Local wine? Why not. Sandy beaches, misty rain forests, fjords, lakes and some of the best outdoor activities on earth? Discover paradise in the South Pacific.

North Island South Island

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JAPAN

Japan is having a moment—and for good reason. From Tokyo’s electric buzz to Kyoto’s serene temples, it’s a country that’s both deeply traditional and irresistibly modern. Ride ancient samurai roads, hike to hidden shrines and savor sushi that doubles as art. Soak in steamy mountain onsens and rejuvenate at timeless ryokans , where Japanese hospitality transforms rest into ritual. Come get to know Japan the way everyone’s dreaming of—actively, immersively and unforgettably.

Alps to Imperial Kyoto Izu Peninsula to Kyoto Nikko to Kyoto H M

Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo

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“New to Backroads? Prepare to have the adventure of a lifetime. From the moment you meet your leaders until you say goodbye, each and every minute is exhilarating.” Becky Adams • Saint Paul, MN

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VIETNAM & CAMBODIA

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Prepare to be surprised in this colorful land where ancient traditions and modern zest mix as naturally as pho and chili sauce. From gleaming Hanoi to the vine-covered ruins of Angkor Wat, Vietnam and Cambodia enchant visitors with their indomitable spirit. Whether you cruise the Mekong River in old-world splendor or rest your head at handpicked resorts on heavenly beaches, these stunning landscapes beg to be hiked and cycled.

Vietnam Vietnam & Cambodia Vietnam & Laos Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Mekong River Cruise B H M M

Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo • 30s & 40s

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AFRICAN ACTIVE SAFARIS This isn’t just safari—it’s next-level adventure that wows even the most seasoned traveler. Go beyond the Land Rover and bike alongside wild elephants, paddle remote waterways or hike where the Big Five roam. Experience distinct ecosystems, private air charters, exclusive game viewing and a mix of activities you won’t find anywhere else. All on your terms, with every detail handled in true Backroads style.

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Namibia, Botswana & Zambia South Africa & Botswana Tanzania Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family M M M

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CANADIAN �OCKIES

Experience Rocky Mountain majesty in Canada’s extraordinary national parks. Towering peaks, thundering waterfalls, serene glacial lakes and open meadows alive with wildflowers. After a great day of cycling, hiking or snowshoeing, soak up the stars from an outdoor hot tub and get to know charming mountain towns. Come explore Wild Rose Country and beautiful British Columbia.

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Banff & Lake Louise Banff to Jasper Banff to Lake Louise & the Bugaboos Heli-Hiking Banff to Lake Louise Golden Season B M H H

Banff to Lake Louise Snow Adventure Banff to Yoho Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo • 30s & 40s M H

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AMERICAN AUTUMN

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Fall in the Eastern US is a season like no other. The hush of golden forests in Vermont. The scent of fallen leaves on a winding Catskills trail. Soft mountain mist rolling over the Blue Ridge at sunrise. It’s apple cider shared on a farmhouse porch, bourbon sipped slow in Kentucky, a blaze of crimson maples reflected in a still Finger Lake. With Backroads, each moment is thoughtfully paced to let you savor the crisp air, vibrant colors and seasonal charm of these storied regions.

Maine ’ s Acadia New York ’ s Finger Lakes Vermont Vermont to Quebec B B B H

Berkshires & Catskills Blue Ridge & Great Smoky Mountains Carolinas H B

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Hudson Valley & Catskills Kentucky Bourbon Country

Available for: Couples, Friends & Solos • Family • Women’s Adventures • Dolce Tempo • 30s & 40s

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TRIP INDEX

Biking Hiking & Walking Multi-Adventure

AFRICA Active Safaris

DURB NLRB PRRB RIRB SERB

Douro River Cruise

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Dutch & Belgian Waterways River Cruise

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Provence’s Rhône River Cruise

NABM

Namibia, Botswana & Zambia

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Rhine River Cruise Seine River Cruise

South Africa & Botswana

Tanzania

ASIA & THE PACIFIC Japan

Bella Toscana

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Cinque Terre & Tuscany Tuscany Active Culinary

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TUCW TUMB

JPNW JP1W

Alps to Imperial Kyoto Izu Peninsula to Kyoto

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JPNB JPNW JPNM

Tuscany by the Sea

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TUSB

Tuscany Wine Country

Nikko to Kyoto Nikko to Kyoto New Zealand

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Italy’s Dolomites

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MUVB

Austrian Alps & Italy’s Dolomites

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Bavaria, Tyrolean Alps & Dolomites

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North Island South Island South Island

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Brenta Dolomites Home Base

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Dolomites Dolomites Dolomites

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Vietnam & Cambodia

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Vietnam

Dolomites Hut-to-Hut

Vietnam & Cambodia Vietnam & Cambodia

DMHW

VCAW VC1W

Dolomites Lodge-to-Lodge Dolomites to Lake Garda Dolomites to Lake Garda

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DMLB

VCNM

Vietnam & Laos

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Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Mekong River Cruise

DMLW DM1W

VCLB

DMLM DMWM

Dolomites to Lake Garda

CANADA Canadian Rockies Banff & Lake Louise

Dolomites Snow Adventure

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Spanish & Portuguese Islands

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CNNW CN2W

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AOSW AO1W

Azores Azores

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CNJB

Banff to Jasper Banff to Jasper

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CISM

Canary Islands

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Banff to Lake Louise & the Bugaboos Heli-Hiking Banff to Lake Louise Golden Season Banff to Lake Louise Snow Adventure

CNHW

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MRDW

Madeira

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MALB MA2B

Mallorca Mallorca

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CNFW

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MAMB MAMW

Mallorca & Menorca Mallorca & Menorca

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CNOW

Banff to Yoho Banff to Yoho

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Portugal

EUROPE Croatia & Beyond

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PGSB PGLB

Algarve & Andalusia Algarve to Alentejo Algarve to Alentejo Algarve to Alentejo Camino de Santiago

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pg. 18

DCTB DCTW

Croatia Croatia Croatia

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   PGLM PG1M

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PGLW PG1W STGW ST1W

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  DCTM

  DCMM DC1M

Croatia & Montenegro

DURB DUMB STNW DUMB DUMB

Douro River Cruise

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SVCB

Croatia & Slovenia’s Alps

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Douro Valley

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  SVCM

Croatia & Slovenia

Lisbon to Porto Madrid to Porto

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DCTM

Croatia Ocean Cruise Rivers of Europe Bordeaux River Cruise Danube River Cruise Danube River Cruise

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pg. 20

Madrid to the Douro River & Porto

BDRB

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French Wine Country Bordeaux & Dordogne

pg. 30

  DANB DA1B

BDBB

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DANM

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ASCB LVYB

  SWAW SW1W

Champagne & Alsace

Switzerland

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SWSW SWCW

Loire Valley

Swiss Alps

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PRSB PR1B

Swiss Alps to Lake Como

Luberon to Lavender Country

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PRCW PRFB PRFW

Provence Active Culinary

British & Emerald Isles England’s Cotswolds

pg. 40

ELCW EL1W

Provence to the French Riviera Provence to the French Riviera Provence to the French Riviera Provence Wine Country to Luberon

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ELLW IRCB

England’s Cornwall

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  PRFW

Ireland’s Connemara

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PROB PRBW

IREB

Ireland’s Cork & Kerry

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 IREM

Provence & Costa Brava

Ireland’s Cork & Killarney Ireland’s Cork & Killarney Ireland’s Dublin to Belfast

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  IREW IR1W

Iceland

pg. 32

ICGW

IRBW

Greenland & Iceland Iceland: Fire & Ice Iceland: Fire & Ice

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ICSW IC1W

SLDB SL2B SLHW SL1W

Scottish Highlands Scottish Highlands

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 ICHM

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ICSM

SLDW

Iceland: Glaciers & Coast Iceland: Northern Lights

Scotland’s Inverness & Isle of Skye

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   ICLM

SLEB

Scotland & England

ICCW

WALW

Iceland Ocean Cruise

Wales

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LATIN AMERICA Argentina & Chile Argentina’s Mendoza

Scandinavia & the Baltics

pg. 34

BALB DSDB

Baltics

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pg. 42

Denmark Islands

AGMM

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Wine Country & Andes

LPDW LP1W

Finland Northern Lights

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ARLW AR1W

Argentina’s Patagonia Lake District Argentina’s Patagonia Lake District

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LPDM

Finland & Sweden Northern Lights

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  ARLM   ARPW

NWAW

Norway’s Lofoten Islands Norway’s Ålesund Fjords Norway’s Northern Lights

Argentina’s Patagonia

 NWDM

CLEB

Chile Chile

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NWLW

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  CLEM

  NWYW   NWYW    NWSB

Norway’s Fjords Norway’s Fjords Norway & Sweden Sweden to Denmark

CLPW CLTW

Chile’s Patagonia & Fjords Cruise

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Chile’s Patagonia

UNITED STATES American Autumn

DSNB

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pg. 54

The Netherlands & Its Neighbors

pg. 36

HDBW NCTW NCSB HDCB KTYB MEAB

Berkshires & Catskills

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NLBB NL1B

Amsterdam to Bruges

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Blue Ridge & Great Smoky Mountains

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NLBW

Amsterdam to Brussels Amsterdam to Brussels Dutch & Belgian Waterways River Cruise Germany & Netherlands

Carolinas

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  NLBM

Hudson Valley & Catskills

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NLRB

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Kentucky Bourbon Country

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NLGB

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Maine’s Acadia Maine’s Acadia

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All of the Alps

pg. 38

  MEAM ME1M

FIMM FIAW

French Alps

FI1M

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MEAW FNLB VTSB VTSW BVQI

Maine’s Acadia National Park

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French & Italian Alps

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New York’s Finger Lakes

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  FISW   FITM

French & Italian Alps Lodge-to-Lodge

Vermont Vermont

French, Italian & Swiss Alps

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IAZW

Italian & Swiss Alps

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Vermont to Quebec

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MUBW

German & Austrian Alps Home Base

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