Bologna

31 Jul 2025

More Than Just Ragu: Why Bologna should be on your list

This irresistible destination nestled in the heart of the world-famous Emilia-Romagna region is charming, yet less chaotic and touristic than its louder neighbours. 

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By Nikkita Vass

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A landscape view of the grand Kronborg Castle in Helsingør, Denmark.

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

13 Aug 2024

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

Besalu

Siestas, Stories & Scenic Roads: Through Julia’s Eyes

15 Jul 2025

Today, we step into Julia’s world for a heartfelt look behind the scenes of life on the road.

Julia Antiguedad

By Julia Antiguedad

St Michael's Mount

Meet Your Tour Leader: from the Classroom to the Coast

29 May 2025

Every Back-Roads journey is shaped by those travel moments that just feel... different. Our Tour Leaders play a huge part in creating those extraordinary memories for guests that last a lifetime.

Russell Chapman

By Russell Chapman

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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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By Jemima Forbes

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Enchanting Austria: Fall into a Fairytale

6 Dec 2022

A new story awaits

Austria’s dreamlike mountainscapes, glistening glacial lakes and captivating castles seem to have leapt from the pages of a fairytale.

Our Essence of Austria tour distils the magic of this country into eight enchanting days – uncovering local stories and bewitching sights further off the tourist trail. Are you ready to turn the page on a new adventure?

Katherine Conlon

By Katherine Conlon

WWI monument with 'their name liveth for evermore' etched into stone with helmet leaning against it

Tales of soldiers from our Battlefields tours

28 Nov 2022

From great generals who led troops into battle to everyday heroes who showed humanity and good faith during the Christmas Truce of 1914, delve a little deeper into the lives of Australian soldiers who served during the Great War.

The author, Faye Smith.

By Faye Smith

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Greece: the legends behind the landscapes

18 Nov 2022

A land of gods and heroes

We’re thrilled to announce our brand-new tour, Greece: Legends and Landscapes, filled with mythical lore, gripping tales and sensational sites.

Let us delve deeper into the legends which roam the vistas of Greece, making this land the most fabled of its kind.

The author, Faye Smith.

By Faye Smith

Corners of Cornwall

The Ultimate Guide to Cornwall

17 Oct 2022

Our Corners of Cornwall tour

Are you ready to journey to one of England’s most picturesque destinations? Our Corners of Cornwall tour traverses the breathtaking Jurassic Coast located in Southern England. If you fantasize about evocative, wild landscapes and timeless coastal towns this tour is your match made in heaven.

We’ve collated some tour highlights, from enigmatic viewpoints to heavenly Cornish cuisine...

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By Nikkita Sartori-Sigrist

Discover Portugal

Top locations in Portugal for 2023

5 Oct 2022

Top locations in Portugal for 2023

Portugal is bursting with breathtaking beauty, awe-inspiring architecture and sumptuous cuisine. Our Discover Portugal tour transports you to some of Portugal’s most adored locations for a truly unforgettable adventure.

Unearth more jaw-dropping locations experienced on this much-loved tour below.

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By Nikkita Sartori-Sigrist

Highlights of Britain

Celebrating 100 tours in 2022

27 Sep 2022

We are thrilled to announce that we have just concluded our 100th tour back on the road! This season has been abundant with spectacular scenery, mouthwatering cuisine and unforgettable memories.

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By Nikkita Sartori-Sigrist