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Expertly Crafted Small Group Tours with Back-Roads


Europe is filled with well-known destinations, but what about venturing off the tourist trail? Travelling is more than just visiting popular tourist sites - it's about delving deeper. Real, meaningful travel involves taking time to explore, meeting the locals, tasting traditional cuisine and discovering the hidden stories that lie off the beaten track. Plus, book during the Price Freeze Sale and lock in your 2026 European journey at 2025 prices!*

Back-Roads Touring has dedicated over 40 years to crafting small group holidays that genuinely take you deeper into each destination:
  • Connect with a small group
  • Be guided by the best
  • Soak up every moment
  • Feel like a local
  • Go beyond the surface
Back-Roads tours are crafted for those who want more than just to see a destination - they’re designed for travellers who want to feel part of it. These tours unfold at a pace that allows for true immersion, with plenty of time to explore, connect and create unforgettable memories.

Created just for you. 

Take advantage of the 2026 price freeze - book by 30 June 2025!

Tuscan Treats

8 days from $3,519*pp
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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Florence
  • Luca
  • Volterra
  • Pienza
  • Rural Tuscany
INCLUDES
  • 7 nights in hand-picked accommodation
  • 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners
  • Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • Explore the medieval town of Volterra
  • Tuscan cooking class
  • Local cheese and wine tasting in Pienza
BONUS
  • 2026 tours at 2025 prices*
Picture a place where each sun-dappled street leads to a new and surprising discovery. Explore Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and the romantic heart of Tuscany. In Lucca, take in the rocky coastline dotted with the candy-coloured villages of the Italian Riviera. A soft breeze whispers through rows of olive trees, while the scent of gently simmering ragù fills the air. Drive through the charming Chianti countryside to a regional cookery class, where you’ll learn local recipes and savour the delicious results. This is more than a tour of Tuscany - it is an invitation to experience Italy with all your senses.

Valid for travel Select dates 19 March - 05 November 2026

Discover Portugal

10 days from $5,399*pp
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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Lisbon
  • Alvados
  • Viseu
  • Douro Valley
  • Braga
  • Porto
INCLUDES
  • 9 nights in hand-picked accommodation
  • 9 breakfasts and 5 dinners
  • Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • Cruise along the Douro River
  • Learn about the locally-produced cheeses
  • Visit the famed University of Coimbra 
BONUS
  • 2026 tours at 2025 prices*
Discover Portugal’s true essence as you journey from Lisbon to the cinematic Douro Valley. Admire the intricate azulejos that adorn Lisbon’s buildings, visit a family-run olive oil producer in Alvados and cruise the Douro River in a traditional rabelo boat in Pinhão. Along the way, discover cosy eateries tucked into cobblestone alleys, savour the perfect pastel de nata and sip local wines surrounded by olive groves. Let the power of the Atlantic and the warmth of Portuguese culture become part of your story.

Valid for travel Select dates 18 March - 07 November 2026

Norway: Fjords & Glaciers

8 days from $5,859*pp
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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Oslo
  • Ulvik
  • Sogndal
  • Stryn
  • Leikanger
  • Bergen
INCLUDES
  • 7 nights in hand-picked accommodation
  • 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners
  • Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • Ride the Flåm Railway
  • Ferry through Geiranger Fjord
  • Learn about Norwegian salmon farming
BONUS
  • 2026 tours at 2025 prices*
This scenic tour of Norway begins in the city of Bergen, where you'll explore historic streets, visit a replica of the medieval Gol Stave Church, and take in views of the Vøringfossen waterfall and the vast Hardangerfjord. Highlights include a ride on the iconic Flåm Railway, visits to inspiring glaciers and time at the Norwegian Glacier Museum. Along the way, guests will discover local traditions at the Sunnfjord Museum, sample regional delicacies and enjoy panoramic views from the Geiranger Skywalk. With fresh salmon dishes, unique local beers, pastel-hued facades and remarkable medieval stave churches, Norway’s distinctive character is sure to stir the soul.

Valid for travel Select dates 10 May - 20 September 2026

Paris to Nice through Vineyards & Mountains

12 days from $6,339*pp
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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Troyes
  • Beaune
  • Annecy
  • Drôme Region
  • Gréoux-Les-Bains
  • Nice
INCLUDES
  • 11 nights in hand-picked accommodation
  • 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 5 dinners
  • Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • Indulge in a French Alp fromagerie
  • Gaze at 15th-century architecture
  • Wine tasting in renowned regions
BONUS
  • 2026 tours at 2025 prices*
This enchanting French tour weaves through cities, storybook villages and world-renowned wine regions. From sipping Champagne in Reims and exploring Troyes’ medieval laneways, to sampling Burgundy vintages in Beaune and relaxing in lakeside Annecy, every stop reveals a new slice of French charm. You'll journey through scenic alpine peaks and the wild beauty of the Verdon Gorge, unwind in the thermal town of Gréoux-les-Bains and savour the sunshine of Provence before finishing on the glittering shores of Nice. Along the way, enjoy guided tours, gourmet experiences, and the perfect blend of culture, nature and cuisine.

Valid for travel Select dates 08 April - 07 October 2026

  *Conditions apply

*Conditions apply: Prices are per person twin share land only in AUD unless otherwise specified, correct as at 22 May 25 for bookings made before 30 Jun 25, subject to change without notice & availability at time of booking. 2025 Price Freeze prices are for tours departing 01 Mar - 30 Nov 2026 & are frozen at 2025 prices, based on a like for like week of departure date. Where no departure within the same week of travel, the 2026 price is frozen against the closest previous 2025 departure date. Excludes the new tour A Taste of Medieval Italy & does not apply to pre or post-accommodation or transfers. Back-Roads Touring reserves the right to amend or withdraw this offer at any time. Further conditions apply, see backroadstouring.com/terms-and-conditions. Further terms & conditions, payment conditions, booking & cancellation fees apply.

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