2026 FOB EXPLORATION
7 CONTINENTS. 55+ COUNTRIES. ENDLESS WAYS TO EXPLORE.
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This isn’t just travel. It’s Backroads. Active adventures that offer freedom, flexibility and meaningful connection. Fully supported by expert Trip Leaders, with the world’s finest hotels and one-of-a-kind dining experiences. Join the best travel community around—and see where the journey takes you.
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Tom Hale Founder, President & CEO
Avery Hale Smith Chief Experience Officer
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Choose Your Active 8 Walking & Hiking 10 Biking 12 Multi-Adventure 14 Easygoing Dolce Tempo Why Backroads 4 The Backroads Difference 6 The Very Best Leaders
World-Class Hotels 34 Premiere Hotels 36 Deluxe & Casual Hotels - including Glamping 38 River & Ocean Cruising
Fellow Travelers 22 Classic - Couples, Friends & Solos 24 Women’s Adventures 32 30s & 40s NEW! 26 Family Trips for All Ages & Stages 28 Private - Just You & Your Crew
Find Your Trip 42 Walking & Hiking Including: Active Culinary, Home Base and Lodge-to-Lodge 112 Biking Including: Unplugged (no e-bikes) 114 Our Bike Fleet 194 Multi-Adventure Including: Active Safaris and Snow Adventures
Reserving Your Trip 256 Important Information 258 Trip Index
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REDEFINING ACTIVE TRAVEL SINCE 1979
EXPERIENCE THE BACKROADS DIFFERENCE
Unbeatable Choice We’re the world’s leader in active travel, with 6,500+ Walking & Hiking, Biking and Multi- Adventure trips. For all the unique ways you want to explore, we've got the perfect journey. Active for Everyone We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5), with plenty of options in between so that you can find an adventure that fits just right. Multiple Daily Routes Daily activity options invite you to dive into your destination at the pace and distance that feel right for you. 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 among the finest in the world, 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 Our custom fleet—over 10,000 professionally maintained bikes—is unmatched. Enjoy complimentary performance road bikes and touring e-bikes in most destinations. And coming on June 1, 2026, on bike trips in Europe and North America, you'll be able to choose our new state-of-the-art performance e-bike. Experts at Trip Design What sets us apart? Nearly 50 years of experience and a trip design team that brings precision, passion and purpose to every detail: 15 Regional Directors (with an average tenure of 18 years) and 30 Regional Leads partner with 250 Trip Experts in the field to create the ultimate experience for you.
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The Best Leaders, Bar None They make magic happen—and no one does it better. With an average guest rating of 9.8/10, our global team represents 90+ nationalities and has deep ties to the communities we visit around the world. They’re also our employees—not independent contractors, and our hiring and training process is unlike anything in travel. More Leaders, More Support Not only are Backroads Trip Leaders world-class, there are more of them to ensure you'll always have support when you need it. With at least three leaders on every trip and two or more vans on the road each day, you’re free 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 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.
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 trip collection, Women’s Adventures, Unplugged journeys (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 truly work—for everyone. Whether you’re traveling with little explorers or independent teens and up, 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. Pro tip: Book 12-18 months in advance and choose from thousands of dates and hundreds of expertly planned itineraries with options for everyone. *Less than 5% of our guests choose trips that are small enough to support with one van and less than three leaders.
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YOUR TRIP.
From architects and lawyers to former Olympians, nonprofit founders and polyglots, our Trip Leader community is as dynamic as the destinations we explore. And they’re way more than guides. They’re rigorously trained, passionate pros who bring energy, insight and heart to every adventure, ensuring your experience is comfortable, fun and unforgettable.
Visit backroads.com/leaders to learn more about this incredible team.
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THEIR SUPERPOWER.
9.8 OUT OF 10 r n
"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
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WALKING & HIKING STEP INTO SOMETHING GOOD Thoughtfully supported adventures that give you the freedom to wander the world’s most beautiful trails at your own pace and in great company.
Special Collections > Active Culinary > Home Base > Lodge-to-Lodge Find your path on p. XX
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BIKING YOUR RIDE,
YOUR RHYTHM 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.
Special Collection > Unplugged (no e-bikes) Discover our full bike fleet on p. XX
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MULTI-ADVENTURE
VARIETY IS THE SPICE OF TRAVEL
Love a little bit of everything? So do we. Bike, hike and dive into local thrills like rafting, surfing or rock climbing—for the travelers who want it all.
Including
Snorkeling
Walking & Hiking
Biking
Rafting
Active Safari
and so much more!
Special Collections > Active Safari > Snow Adventures Find your road and trail mix on p. XX
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DOLCE TEMPO
TAKE YOUR SWEET TIME Optimally active and elegantly balanced journeys with plenty of opportunity for culinary detours, vineyard visits and spa time. Easy(going) does it. Walking • E-biking • Multi-Adventure
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PREMIERE HOTELS
DAYS OF WONDER. NIGHTS OF WOW.
Be immersed in the best of the best—A-list retreats, treasured independents and works of art from prestigious alliances, all personally vetted by our team to ensure your stay is flawless. Impeccable service. Coveted locations. And added luxuries like Michelin-starred dining, world-class spas and bespoke experiences. These aren't just hotels. They're destinations.
Featuring
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DELUXE & CASUAL HOTELS LAID-BACK LUXE With adventure-ready locations, authentic local touches and design-forward style, these handpicked hideaways are a natural fit for journeys rich in soul and scenery.
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Ready to join the glamp squad? Travel + Leisure can’t get enough of stylish safari- style resorts like Under Canvas and Terramor, and neither can we.
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BON VOYAGE
Unpack once and cover more distance on small ship journeys with exclusive access to hidden harbors, wild coastlines and breathtaking landscapes. Active on-shore Backroads adventures. All the timeless elegance of ocean and river travel. It’s two vacations in one.
Welcome aboard!
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ONE TRIP.
"Starting as strangers, we quickly became a tight-knit group, sharing stories, laughter, and the thrill of adventure."
Sheryl Whyte • New York, NY
Arrive solo or together—either way, you’ll share the journey with others drawn to the same place, at the same time. With charismatic leaders and space to connect on your terms, these moments spark something lasting: real camaraderie, fostered by adventure.
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COUNTLESS CONNECTIONS.
What to Expect > Walking & Hiking < 20 guest > Biking & Multi-Adventure < 26 guests > Active Cruises < 30 guests (+/-100 on Full Ship Celebrations)
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COUPLES, FRIENDS & SOLOS Welcome to group travel that hits the sweet spot: enough freedom to do your own thing, and plenty of moments on the bike or trail to feel part of something special. With Trip Leaders who set the tone, you’ll find a space where everyone—introverts, extroverts, solos, seasoned pros and first-timers—feels welcome. And the evenings? Like the best dinner party you never wanted to leave. CLASSIC TRIPS
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Traveling on Your Own? You’ve found the right place! We’ll even help you find a roommate if you choose. (Insert mention of new Solo Savings)
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WOMEN'S ADVENTURES Say yes to ditching the to-do list. To moving your body, clearing your head and laughing hard with women who totally get it. No planning, no expectations. Just a truly great adventure that’s all yours. Come as you are. We’ll handle the rest.
Visit backroads.com/womens-adventures to learn more.
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From The BackBeat “From trekking in Nepal to strolling along the coast in Portugal, being active together brings people together fast. You don’t have to be an athlete or a hardcore adventurer. It’s not about pushing to the limit or setting a personal record—it’s about enjoying the company and the conversations that unfold naturally when you’re walking side by side. Being active in beautiful places, without pressure or competition, just feels GOOD.”
Visit backroads.com/avery for more from Avery Hale Smith about why
women’s adventure travel is booming—and why it matters.
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TRIPS FOR 30s & 40s NEW FOR 2026
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Active without pressure. Social without small talk. Beautifully planned, but never over-scripted. Discover a new collection of some of our most epic itineraries, now shared with other travelers in their 30s and 40s.
Visit backroads.com/30s-40s to learn more.
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YOUR FAMILY VACATION EXPERTS You’ve got enough to plan—let us make this part easy. Our Family Trips are centered around fun and connection in the great outdoors, with just the right mix of activity and downtime. From first hikes and rafting excursions to major life milestones, these adventures grow with your family. And with Trip Leaders who know how to engage every age, you’ll share big experiences—and the small, meaningful moments that matter most.
Visit backroads.com/family to learn more.
Go Private! Backroads Private Trips are perfect for family reunions & celebrations. All ages welcome.
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For Families With > Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (all kids 4+ welcome) > Older Teens & 20s For ages 17+ (siblings 14+ welcome ) > 20s & Beyond For ages 20+ (siblings 17+ welcome)
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YOUR CREW. YOUR TRIP. OUR EXPERTISE. GO PRIVATE
Backroads Private Trips are the ultimate way to explore the world with the ones who matter most. Whether it’s a family reunion, a milestone celebration with friends or just because, we’ll handle every detail—from seamless logistics to unforgettable activities and extraordinary hotels. You bring your people. We’ll bring the magic.
Visit backroads.com/private to learn more.
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Pro Tip All scheduled departures are available as Private Trips— until another guest books. Planning 12–18 months ahead gives you the widest selections and best pricing.
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