Backroads

This trip bubbles over with legendary names like Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot and Gewürztraminer. But have you biked vine-laced hills to the town where Napoleon enjoyed lavish soirées? Or pedaled alongside French canals, listening as they quietly flow by you? Have you ever tasted Champagne in Champagne? Oh, you will.

Attend an exclusive private dinner and champagne pairing at world-famous Moët & Chandon, the oldest Maison de Champagne

Bike by canals and through scenic towns on the famed Route des Vins, hugging the peaceful Vosges foothills

Travel through some of France's most beautiful villages, with half-timbered houses and gardens filled with colorful geraniums

Indulge in one of the most memorable dining experiences ever—two Michelin stars at the incomparable Auberge de l'Ill

A four-country journey has never been this relaxed. And when you're this content, you'll want to say yes to everything. Pedal the lush Black Forest? Yep. Stroll through medieval Cologne? Ja. Sip brews at a biergarten, see Strasbourg's soaring Gothic cathedral and cruise through Amsterdam's canals like a local? Of course! 

Savor a rich and ever-changing tableau as you cruise the Rhine's mighty waters and pedal some of its most scenic stretches 

Explore the the romantic streets of baroque Heidelberg, medieval Strasbourg and impeccably preserved Riquewihr 

Bike the evocative Route des Vins in Alsace, and stop to taste world-class Gewürztraminers and Rieslings 
Cruise through the picturesque Rhine Gorge, admiring its multitude of fortress ruins and castles

Captivating Prague. It's only the start of your trip. Bike Bohemia's gentle contours, discovering enchanting Tábor and Český Krumlov. Explore Austria's Wachau Valley wine region. Even find Richard the Lionheart's castle. Last stop: romantic Vienna. There's so much to experience in the Czech Republic and Austria.

Explore culturally rich Czech Republic destinations including Český Krumlov, a charming 13th-century town with twisting lanes and red-tile roofs 

Bike along the fabled Danube River and past idyllic vineyards in the Wachau Valley, a remarkable World Heritage landscape

Discover Austria's living folklore in picture-perfect villages with locals donning traditional attire and onion-shaped church steeples 

Experience two very different countries and cultures in one trip, with Prague and Vienna as intriguing bookends

Just ask anyone in Vermont or Quebec. The best things in life take time. Like leisurely biking amid the Green Mountains of the Northeast, serene valleys and pristine lakes. Savoring the fresh air. Hand-pressed apple cider and world-renowned breweries. Peaceful winding roads. Handicrafts. It makes sense really, that perfection can't be rushed. Like this perfect vacation. 

Explore two countries and cultures in one trip of idyllic mountains, verdant valleys and crystal-clear lakes

Bike quiet rolling roads past classic New England farms, quaint country houses, maple syrup stands and covered bridges

Roll through Quebec's enchanting Eastern Townships, where French is spoken and lush pastureland abounds

Taste foie gras, fresh cheeses, apple cider, taffy made with maple syrup and other local delicacies

The Loire Valley—right out of a fairy tale. Graceful castles and flawless manicured gardens. An idyllic scene made lush by the majestic water of the Loire River. A rolling symphony of vineyards, orchards, fields and rivers. Decadent cuisine and exquisite wines to cap off a day of bike touring. Order and elegance have shaped the Loire Valley. Now it’s your turn.

Highlights

• Bike through a landscape fit for kings and queens to explore Renaissance, medieval and classical châteaux
• Relax at gracious castle-hotels, admire grand French architecture and experience the richness of life in the Loire
• Taste unique wines from local vineyards and savor the gastronomic delights of one of France's most fertile regions
• Visit Candes-St-Martin and Montsoreau, both designated by France as Les Plus Beaux (the most beautiful) villages

Breathtaking. It's an interesting word. Being humbled by the land is a different kind of "breath taking." Rafting on a glacier-fed river. Hiking a slot canyon. Biking among crystalline lakes. Elk. Bighorn sheep. It's the difference between "taking it in" and "diving in." Some vacations are about catching your breath. This one's about losing it. 

Highlights

• Discover natural and historic treasures by foot, bike and boat through Banff and Jasper National Parks
• Walk on the massive Athabasca Glacier's icy lunar landscape alongside our informative mountain guides
• Hike gorgeous alpine trails in the lovely Bow Falls and the Valley of Five Lakes
• Navigate the glacier-fed rapids of the Athabasca River in a Class II float and take in majestic mountain scenery from the water

It's a slower pace of life here in southern France. Amid the limestone Alpilles, where olive trees glisten in the breeze. And in the sunny Luberon, whose villages tempt you to relax over a pastis or a local rosé. With Mont Ventoux standing tall above it all. Pedal leisurely to medieval towns. Soak up views of vineyards and windswept countryside. Slow down and find bliss on your bike in Provence.

Pedal through a beautiful landscape of hilltop villages, green vineyards and fragrant orchards

Savor classic Provençal specialties: goat cheese, olives, lavender sachets and herbes de Provence

Discover the vibrant artist community of St-Rémy and admire the landscape that inspired van Gogh

Experience Provençal life in renowned Gordes, ocher-hued Roussillon and beautiful Venasque

Sweden and Denmark share connections. Pristine cities and endless islands basking in the blissful Scandinavian summer sun. Nordic cuisine is innovative and delicious. The locals are charming, happy, enviably good-looking—and they share your love for the bike. Two countries connected by a simple appreciation of nature, food, culture and life.

Pedal easygoing terrain on a bike-friendly mix of tranquil country lanes, fun coastal roads and dedicated cycling paths

Explore the serene land- and seascapes of the Stockholm archipelago, bathed in the ethereal sparkle of the midnight sun

Pamper yourself at historic and luxurious Grand Hôtel Stockholm, stylish Kokkedal Slot and at the elegant 18th-century Hotel D'Angleterre

Marvel at splendid castles, royal palaces and medieval landmarks set against the beauty of the Baltic Sea

Ride off the beaten track in New Mexico, the land that so inspired Georgia O'Keeffe. Where high-desert beauty awaits. And routes perfect for biking. Like the back roads of Taos past traditional adobe homes and sagebrush. Or the high road to Chimayó. The Sangre de Cristo Mountains and down Gallery Row in Santa Fe. A ride, a destination and a vastness you won't easily forget.

Bike breathtaking high-desert mesa landscapes filled with juniper trees, sagebrush and iconic adobe homes 

Explore artsy Santa Fe and authentic Taos, where amazing art and stunning scenery compete for attention 

Delight in watching the sun set from your private terrace at Santa Fe's Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado 

Discover a multicultural weave of Spanish, Mexican, Anglo and indigenous traditions and cuisines

Interested in a recipe for true splendor? Wildflower pastures and crystal-blue lakes. Centuries-old monastic breweries and charming biergartens. Fantastic palaces of mad kings. Timeless grandeur of the Bavarian Alps. Combine natural beauty with historical magnificence—then sit back and drink it all in. You've discovered life at its finest.  

Discover mountain pastures and quaint villages tucked into landscapes that seem straight from a storybook 

Savor extraordinary Michelin-starred cuisine and world-famous Bavarian beers at the best restaurants and biergartens 

Cycle on quiet roads and peaceful bike paths through deep forests, past scenic lakes and over gentle hills with breathtaking Alpine backdrops 

Explore sophisticated Munich and fairy-tale Salzburg, magnificent gateway cities in two distinct countries