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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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By Jemima Forbes

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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

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Tour Leader Tales: Greatest Moments on the Road

1 Aug 2022

Imagine everything our extraordinary Tour Leaders have witnessed on the road. Endless idyllic, mesmerising views. Hidden corners of quaint villages full of mouthwatering cuisine. The intoxicating culture encountered each time our luxury mini-coach stops at a new, hypnotising destination. But what about their most memorable experiences?

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By Nikkita Sartori-Sigrist

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Flavio’s Famous Carbonara Recipe

27 Jun 2022

Our guests treasure the gustoso (tasty) food on our much-loved Italian tours. Think savouring the top-rated pizza in the world on our Enchanting Southern Italy tour, unlocking the secrets of Tuscan cuisine during a cooking class on our Tuscan Treats tour or joining a truffle hunt with a local farmer on our tour aptly named Italian Indulgence.

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By Nikkita Sartori-Sigrist

Heart of England Tour

Tour Leader Tales: Travelling in 2022

24 Jun 2022

Tours are back!

It has now been a little over 2 months since we ran our long-awaited, first tour of 2022! As many of our brilliant guests, Tour Leaders, Drivers and Head Office staff will be aware, it had been a turbulent time waiting for trips to recommence. However, we are thrilled that so many guests have already booked onto a multitude of our award-winning tours for 2022 and beyond.

Here are a few insights from our remarkable Tour Leaders about their Blue-Roads Touring experience, travelling in 2022.

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By Nikkita Sartori-Sigrist

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A Scottish Journey: Our Guests' Best Bits

17 May 2022

After an incredibly challenging period for Blue-Roads Touring, we are thrilled to report back on our first tour to depart since November 2019.

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By Nikkita Sartori-Sigrist