Backroads

An island almost as close to Africa as to Europe. It's historic. Passionate. It's Sicily. The homeland of some of Europe's friendliest hosts. Where art and architecture hail from countless centuries. Where Mount Etna simmers on the horizon and delicious seafood forever raises the bar. Ready to surrender to an island's allure? Let it be Sicily.

Bike above the Mediterranean Sea with breathtaking views of Mount Etna, Europe's largest active volcano

Indulge in the island's homegrown bounty, from delectable prosciutto and ricotta to world-class wine and olive oil

Climb the tiled stairs of Caltagirone, a town dating back to the Bronze Age, and shop for painted ceramics made by locals

Revel in incredible Sicilian baroque architecture at the World Heritage sites of Scicli, Modica and Ragusa

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

In the Netherlands, there are more bicycles than people. And in Belgium, passion for le vélo is legendary. Hop on the saddle and you too will be smitten. As you explore the flat-as-a-pannekoek landscape, amid the flower fields and silent canals. And in the bustling cities and storybook villages. Come bike with us in the Netherlands and Belgium and feel the love.

Ride through scenery straight out of a Dutch masterpiece—windmills, canals, pitch-roofed farmhouses and vast skies

Luxuriate in hotels reminiscent of the 17th-century Golden Age, with their old-world opulence and white-glove traditions

Feast on Belgium's national treasures—world-class beer, chocolate and waffles—as well as plenty of Dutch cheese along the way

Explore picturesque Amsterdam and medieval Bruges, two captivating gateway cities in two unique countries

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

You'll feel Mallorca's irresistible allure from the moment you ease your bike onto the road. Maybe it's the steep peaks and gorges of the Serra de Tramuntana. Or the nearly deserted back roads, where vigorous climbs and curlicue descents thrill cyclists of all persuasions. Or the sea fringed by secret pebble beaches. Come fall in love with it all.

Behold endless vistas of the turquoise Mediterranean Sea from the rocky valleys of the Tramuntana Mountains

Pedal the narrow and curvaceous peninsula road to breathtaking Cap de Formentor, at the island's tip

Savor delectable seafood and other local specialties during a meal at a former fortress on the Bay of Palma

Wander through secluded mountain towns and stone terraces, lush and teeming with wild lavender and citrus groves

Snow-blanketed volcanoes towering above shimmering lakes. Fine local wines and inspired cuisine. Untamed stands of dense forest. This is Chile's Lakes and Volcanoes District. A place where old-world charm comes alive in lakeside German villages and ancient indigenous cultures thrive. Discover a region of enchanting beauty that is at once wild and refined.

Embark on an epic road-biking trip through Chile's Ring of Fire—complete with forests, lava fields, waterfalls and rivers

Enjoy the comforts of luxury hotels including the Relaix & Châteaux &Beyond Vira Vira at the foot of Villarrica Volcano

Savor local flavors as you indulge in a wine-pairing tasting menu and Chilean-style barbecues

Witness a total solar eclipse on our 12/12/20 departure and a 94% eclipse on our 12/14/20 departure. We expect these trips to fill fast—book early!

The pristine air in the Canadian Rockies will change you. Breathe deeply as you ascend. Breathe slowly when you reach a viewpoint. Snowcapped mountains, virgin forests, flowering meadows, rushing rivers, crystalline lakes—the raw beauty here can take your breath away. Discover this magnificent mountain range by bicycle. And don't forget to breathe.

Behold 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 pedal through the Bow River Valley

Journey through Banff National Park, a realm of amazing wildlife, from hoary marmots to black bears, bighorn sheep and pikas

Cycle through the heart of the Canadian Rockies on the incredible Icefields Parkway and end your days in elegant mountain hotels

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

It's a feast for the senses in the South of France. The earthy allure of Provence and the glamorous seduction of the French Riviera. Exquisite wines. Spectacular rides. Shimmering beaches. Glowing sunsets. You needn’t be fluent in French, but learn one word: ralentissez. Slow down. Take your time. Southern France is for savoring.

Experience the relaxed Provençal lifestyle as you journey from picturesque Aix-en-Provence to the sparkling Mediterranean

Ride past stunning Ste-Victoire through the rolling vineyards, rustic valleys and perched villages that inspired Cézanne

Sail from elegant St-Tropez to glamorous Cannes along the golden coast of the alluring and chic French Riviera

Unwind at unique luxury hotels and do as the locals do—enjoy a glass of chilled ros√© or try your hand at a game of p√©tanque

There's a special flavor here. A blend of excellence and tradition. Yes, it's in the wine, but it transcends everything. It's in the gracious demeanor of the people. It's in villages that sit quietly among the vineyards. You feel Burgundy's rich flavors as you ride toward the colorful tile roofs in Beaune. And you quickly understand that the wine is only where Burgundy's story begins.

Explore Burgundy's Côte d'Or wine regions, whose forests, lakes and farmlands make for tranquil rides

Discover some of France's most picturesque villages, including Flavigny, Noyers, Vezelay and Ch√¢teauneuf

Bike along the Route des Grands Crus and through Morvan's fairy-tale landscape to historic Ch√¢teau de Chastellux

Access a private tour with a local expert at acclaimed 15th-century winery Les Hospices de Beaune