The World's #1 Active Travel Company
At Backroads, they believe that traveling under your own power and at your own pace opens up an opportunity to connect more meaningfully with the world.
_Our mission is to provide a travel experience so transformative that you’ll never want to travel in any other way. We provide amazing support on meticulously planned itineraries with superb accommodations so you can be totally present enjoying your adventure.
Since 1979, we’ve been doing what we do best: taking people on unforgettable active vacations around the world. What sets us apart? Our thoughtful, meticulous trip design. Our elegant hotels and world-class dining. And our Trip Leaders, who are consistently described by our guests as the best guides they’ve ever had. Backroads sets the benchmark for incredible biking, hiking and multi-adventure trips worldwide. Never subcontracted, in more than 65 countries and with more dates to choose from than any other company. That’s the Backroads standard._
Maine's Acadia Bike Tour
Tour Operator: Backroads
USA
5 days (Bike: 5 days)
159 mi (~32mi per day)
Various
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US$ 2999
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National Park, Bar Harbor & Camden
Maine's beauty lies in its rawness. Tart wild blueberries. Hills rising from Camden's rocky shores. Centuries-old roads that hug the shoreline, connecting village to village. Morning mist on Penobscot Bay. Even a delicacy like Maine lobster still involves shells and claws. It's raw. It's true. It's Maine.
Savor the scent of salty sea air, fresh morning fog and the crash of waves on rocky shores, like only the state of Maine can deliver
Engage your senses as you listen to the silence of deep pine forests and soak up breathtaking ocean views
Discover the countless charms of seaside Camden, with its historic homes and delightful shops and boutiques
Experience the mouthwatering flavors of the day's fresh catch, like lobster with plenty of butter for dipping—need we say more?
Vermont Bike Tour
Tour Operator: Backroads
USA
6 days (Bike: 6 days)
247 mi (~41mi per day)
Various
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US$ 3799
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A Classic Autumn in New England
Rolling hills, warm colors, cool mornings invite you. Round the corner and you're high above in the Green Mountains. Later, you're in quiet farmland. Taste the maple. Savor the brilliant foliage. Take a break in Woodstock and walk the quaint shops in biking shoes. It's okay. They've heard the clip-clop before. Southern Vermont was made for the ride.
Ride through the classic Vermont landscape of vibrant fall foliage, picturesque rivers, old red barns and meandering waterways
Taste a variety of local specialties like maple syrup, cheese and craft beer—and for a pick-me-up, order a maple latte
Explore Stowe, Warren, East Middlebury, Woodstock—quintessential New England villages with top-notch shopping and dining
Cruise on two wheels past grazing cows and quaint towns, mixing in some challenging climbs and exhilarating descents
Tuscany by the Sea Bike Tour
Tour Operator: Backroads
Italy
6 days (Bike: 6 days)
211 mi (~35mi per day)
Various
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US$ 5099
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Tour Operator Backroads
Tuscan Vineyards & Dramatic Coasts
La natura pu√≤ pi√π dell'arte: Nature is beyond all teaching—or so the Italian proverb goes. Here, in Tuscany's Maremma, nature abounds. Countryside, vineyards and farms. The clear waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The untouched Orbetello Lagoon. Like fine wine, Tuscany can be described in great detail. But to be learned, it must be experienced.
Travel on two wheels from the verdant hills of the storied Tuscan countryside to the crystalline waters of the Silver Coast
Bask on a luxurious private beach and dock for swimming and sunning at the elegant Hotel Il Pellicano
Admire stunning views of the sea and a blue-green lagoon from the spectacular promontory of Monte Argentario
Celebrate with Super Tuscan wines at state-of-the-art Le Mortelle winery in Castiglione della Pescaia
Vietnam & Cambodia Bike Tour
Tour Operator: Backroads
Cambodia & Vietnam
8 days (Bike: 5 days)
144 mi (~29mi per day)
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Vietnam's Hanoi to Cambodia's Angkor Ruins
A biking adventure through this corner of Southeast Asia is something to savor. Like a Vietnamese coffee, this trip is bold and invigorating. It's sweet too, like the smiling faces you'll see as you ride past farmers tending lush rice paddies. And it's well-balanced, with an intriguing contrast of frenetic cities and tranquil villages. From vibrant Vietnam to the mesmerizing ancient temples, quiet red-dirt roads and lush jungles of Cambodia, you'll want to experience every last drop of this journey.
Savor a two-country journey teeming with captivating history, vibrant culture and some of the most delicious cuisine in Asia
Venture by air to Hué, once the capital of imperial Vietnam, and discover the Royal Citadel, an important Vietnam War site
Explore wonderfully preserved Hoi An, a World Heritage site and Vietnam's oldest town, and pedal over scenic Ocean Clouds Pass
Bike to Cambodia's dramatic Angkor Wat ruins and explore the iconic Bayon and Ta Prohm temples—an unforgettable experience!
Canadian Rockies - Iconic Lakes, Peaks & Glaciers
Tour Operator: Backroads
Canada
6 days (Bike: 6 days)
301 mi (~50mi per day)
Various
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US$ 3999
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Tour Operator Backroads
Beneath the Peaks in Banff & Jasper National Parks
Breathe in the pristine air of the Canadian Rockies. Deeply as you ascend. Slowly when you reach a viewpoint. Snowcapped mountains, flowering meadows, virgin forests, crystalline lakes, rushing rivers—the raw beauty here can take your breath away. Explore this magnificent mountain range by bicycle. And don't forget to breathe.
Witness the beauty of soaring peaks, massive glaciers and brilliant lakes in some of North America's most dramatic landscapes
Admire the blue-green glacial splendor of Lake Louise—a world-renowned jewel—and bike through the Bow River Valley
Bike through Banff and Jasper National Parks—realms of amazing wildlife, from hoary marmots to black bears, bighorn sheep and pikas
Journey through the heart of the Canadian Rockies on the incredible Icefields Parkway and end your days in elegant mountain hotels
California: Santa Barbara to Ojai Bike Tour
Tour Operator: Backroads
USA
6 days (Bike: 6 days)
243 mi (~41mi per day)
Various
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US$ 3499
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Tour Operator Backroads
West Coast Beaches & California Cool
Let's see. How a spa visit feels after a glorious bike ride along rolling hills to the boutique wineries of the Santa Ynez Valley. How exquisite our evening meal tastes after cycling down the coast to the heart of Ojai Valley. Let's enjoy the best of biking with the best of everything. The American Riviera. A foodie's paradise. Luxury Hotels. And sunsets that just don't quit. Let's, shall we?
Explore California's "other Wine Country"—the back roads and authentic tasting rooms of the Los Olivos area feel just like Napa in the 1970s
Cruise on two wheels down serene palm-fringed bike paths that spread out along the sun-kissed coast of the American Riviera
Choose from a wealth of diversions along the way—quaint towns, historic sites, a beach boardwalk and stunning views of the Pacific
Feel the laid-back vibe and small-town charm of Ojai, where natural beauty and an independent spirit merge within a bountiful valley
Croatia Bike Tour
Tour Operator: Backroads
Croatia
6 days (Bike: 5 days)
191 mi (~38mi per day)
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US$ 4299
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Sapphire Waters of the Dalmatian Coast
Sapphire waters and whitewashed villages. Over 200 days of yearly sunshine. Marvel at sublime Adriatic vistas while you pedal. Then be a part of the view as you sail between islands. It's as relaxing as the Caribbean, as historic as Venice. It's a destination reborn, yet it still feels like, as the Croatians say, The Mediterranean as it once was.
Bike and island-hop along the Dalmatian Coast, home to sapphire sea views, pristine beaches and hidden coves
Explore the sun-drenched Adriatic, wander cobblestone streets and connect with our long-time local friends
Enjoy the freshest seafood and regional cuisine, and sample wines made from Croatia's sprawling vineyards
Discover the ancient secrets of Dubrovnik, an architectural gem often referred to as the Pearl of the Adriatic
Arizona Bike Tour
Tour Operator: Backroads
USA
5 days (Bike: 5 days)
210 mi (~42mi per day)
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US$ 2699
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Tucson's Blue Sky & Saguaro National Park
Is this a mirage? Vast skies above the Sonoran Desert. Towering saguaro cacti bursting to life in the spring. Splashes of color across the earthy terrain. Roadrunners—and cyclists!—revitalized by cooler fall temperatures. Boutique hotels and charming resorts in quaint artists' towns. It's not a mirage. It's Arizona.
Highlights:
Mingle with creative souls in artsy Tubac and explore historic Tumac√°cori Mission, a National Historic Park
Cycle past the otherworldly towering saguaros, jumping chollas and organ pipe cacti in Saguaro National Park
Meet Gila monsters, raptors and prairie dogs at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum—a one-of-a-kind experience
Savor distinctive Sonoita wines and Southwestern delicacies in Tucson, America's first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
Costa Rica Bike Tour
Tour Operator: Backroads
Costa Rica
6 days (Bike: 5 days)
159 mi (~32mi per day)
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US$ 3599
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Arenal Volcano to the Nicoya Peninsula
Consider some of the best days of your life—and include this week in Costa Rica. You'll bike amid enchanting scenery. Soak in hot springs, hike in a tropical dry forest, bliss out on a beach and marvel at that majestic volcano. Love those papaya batidos. Be greeted by howler monkeys! Six incredible days that will never be forgotten.
Bike past thriving rain forests, breathtaking waterfalls, captivating villages and farming hamlets
Ride in the shadow of imposing Arenal Volcano after a boat ride across its beautiful sister lake
Rejuvenate in hot springs in a jungle oasis full of lush palms, colorful bromeliads and verdant ferns
Experience Costa Rica from a bird's-eye view by zip line or suspended bridges in the rain forest
Piedmont Bike Tour
Tour Operator: Backroads
Italy
6 days (Bike: 6 days)
185 mi (~31mi per day)
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US$ 4999
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Slow Food & Wine Lover's Paradise in Piemonte
Between the Alps and the Mediterranean. The benchmark for Italian wines. And land of the Slow Food Movement. You're in Piedmont, a place of richness. With every meal, a delight. Every stay, decadent. Perhaps you never considered Piedmont with all that Italy has to offer. But when you're this close to the Alps, your experience can't get much higher.
Delight in a culinary landscape renowned for its abundant delicacies and an ancient tradition of wine cultivation
Cycle through Piedmont's idyllic scenery—tranquil hamlets, castles and vineyards of Le Langhe
Explore the 1,000-year-old World Heritage site of La Morra, a premiere Barolo-producing town
Experience the historic charm, five-star luxury and Michelin-starred cuisine of Relais San Maurizio