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13 Aug 2024

New for 2025... A Scandinavian Journey: Denmark to Sweden

Introducing our new tour for 2025: A Scandinavian Journey: Denmark to Sweden. Uncover the unique culture, breathtaking beauty and captivating history of this remarkable region.

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By Hannah Rose

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Must-see sights and hidden delights of England and Scotland

17 Jul 2024

Your UK adventure awaits...

If breathtaking landscapes, medieval cities and majestic landmarks sound like your idea of heaven, our England tours and Scotland tours are sure to deliver. Along with iconic sights, the two countries are overflowing with hidden treasures just waiting to be discovered on one of our small group escapes.  

While our UK tours are great all year round, travelling outside of the peak summer season allows for a more authentic experience. During the shoulder season months of March and April or October and November, you’ll experience fewer crowds and more space to soak up the atmosphere. Enjoy a slower pace of life as you adventure through sleepy towns and ever-changing scenery.  

From national parks brimming with incredible wildlife to enchanting hill-top villages sitting amongst the quintessential British countryside, discover the beauty of England and Scotland on one (or more) of our tours… 

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By Hannah

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5 reasons why a small group tour is ideal for solo travellers

13 Aug 2024

Solo traveller looking for your next adventure? Discover why our small-group tours are perfect for you!

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By Hannah Rose

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What To Pack For Your Blue-Roads Touring Tour

11 Mar 2019

What To Pack For Your Blue-Roads Touring Tour

Wondering what to take with you on your upcoming Blue-Roads Touring tour?

It’s important to bear in mind that what you pack will depend on the countries you’re visiting and the time of year in which you plan to travel. So be sure to do some research before your departure.

In the meantime, use our handy packing list to get you started.

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By Marianne Lampon

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Five last-minute shoulder season escapes

22 Aug 2024

There’s still time to explore the Med in 2024...

The European summer may be coming to an end – but there’s still plenty of time to savor a small group adventure in the balmy Mediterranean this October or November! 

Whether you fancy a jaunt around idyllic Italy or a memorable adventure through la belle France, the fall shoulder season is one of the best times to travel to Europe’s more southerly locales. As well as delving into rich cultures and sampling flavorful cuisines, you’ll: 

  • Experience fewer crowds and quieter streets
  • Encounter milder weather than the peak summer months
  • Soak up all manner of stunning seasonal scenery  

Allow us to inspire you with the following enchanting Europe tours in the Med and beyond that still have a few seats available... 

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A warm welcome awaits...

30 Dec 2024

The rugged Scottish Highlands, the idyllic shores of the French Riviera, the rolling hills of Tuscany...there are so many glorious destinations to discover in 2025! 

Our passionate and highly knowledgeable Tour Leaders can’t wait to welcome you on your next escape. Where will the road less travelled take you?  

 

Welcome to...

 

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By Jemima Forbes

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Ghostly tales and ancient folklore – stories of Ireland’s mythological past

14 Dec 2024

Chilling tales await...

From atmospheric glens to misty cobblestone streets, Ireland is the perfect backdrop for haunting tales. As such, it is where a plethora of ghostly myths and magical folklore lay their beginnings, making this place a wonderful place to visit when the veil between this realm and the next thins.

Whilst the autumnal months of October and November will create a spooky ambience where these tales come alive, the spring months of March and April will see the opening of new buds, warm weather and vast views lit by the golden sun. To savour every moment of your enchanting escape that little bit more we recommend travelling during these shoulder season months. These times of year are when you’ll find less crowds, cheaper prices and tranquil weather. Plus, our small group tours during this time tend to cost 10% less than peak season months.

Take a peek into some of the tales which welcome you to Ireland’s long, mythical history...

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By Faye Smith

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Let us guide you through Christmas... with giveaways!

5 Dec 2024

Prizes for your next travel adventures

This festive season, let us guide you toward the spirit of travel and discovery with a chance to win some incredible prizes in our Guided Through Christmas giveaway!

This December, we're spreading the Christmas cheer by teaming up with some familiar Tour Leader faces to give away truly wonderful prizes.

Each week, the prizes will get bigger and better the closer we get to New Years!

Read on to see what you could be in with a chance of winning...

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By Nicole Read

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10 romantic cities in Europe you can travel to with Blue-Roads Touring

16 Nov 2024

From Paris to Marrakech and beyond...

From the classical ambience of Paris to the timeless nature of Athens and the spectacular flourish of Marrakech, romance can be found in cities across the globe.  

Here, we’ve collated ten romantic cities which feature across our tour range. If you and your partner are looking for inspiration for your next getaway, look no further... 

 

The author, Faye Smith.

By Faye Smith

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Explore Italy and the Mediterranean's Hidden Gems

12 Nov 2024

The warmth of the Med awaits...

When most people think of the Med, images of Greece’s paradisical beaches and Italy’s idyllic islands often spring to mind. However, the region spans a huge section of Europe – including the sunny South of France, spectacular Spain and magical Malta… 

While our small group tours of the Mediterranean take in many iconic destinations, they’re also packed with hidden gems. These lesser-known and typically less crowded destinations allow you to delve off the tourist trail and immerse yourself in the local culture. Plus, for an even calmer touring experience, you could book your next escape during the quieter shoulder season months.  

From sleepy coves lapped by crystalline waters to lesser-known wine regions, here we look at a few Mediterranean treasures that won’t be on your typical bucket list. 

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By Jemima Forbes

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Your 2025 travel inspiration: 5 extraordinary tours

6 Sep 2024

Welcome to your next adventure with Blue-Roads Touring...

Dreaming of your next escape? Now is the perfect time to start planning your 2025 adventure!

Whether you’re stuck on where to start or want to cover a lot of places in just a short amount of time, our carefully crafted itineraries ensure a one-of-a-kind adventure.

Brimming with unique experiences, Blue-Roads Touring tours go beyond the ordinary. You’ll be guided by a passionate and insightful Tour Leader as you journey along the road less travelled. Immerse yourself in a region’s local culture and uncover hidden gems and traditional delicacies with a small group of like-minded travellers in tow.

But the question is, where will 2025 take you?

From the glittering lakeside villages of Italy to the vineyard-sprinkled meadows of France and the rugged coastlines of Ireland, discover all the inspiration you need for the year ahead...

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By Hannah Rose