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Step beyond the familiar and into places where each destination reveals itself in its quieter corners. Wander down narrow, cobbled lanes that open into the heart of local life, where neighbours stroll to familiar restaurants and daily routines play out in the streets. These are the kinds of moments shaped by Back-Roads Touring, designed for travellers drawn to experiences that feel more lived-in, more local and more real.

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Expertly Crafted Small Group Tours with Back-Roads

Back-Roads Touring is about slipping away from the well-worn routes and into the quieter edges of each place, where the pace shifts and the details come forward. In France it might be narrow lanes between stone villages and markets set up before the day fully wakes, in Italy hillside roads that lead into small towns where recipes are passed down rather than written down. In Cornwall coastal backroads open into fishing coves and cliff paths where the sea does most of the talking, while in Scotland the journey threads past lochs, glens and villages that feel held apart from time. 

These journeys are shaped for those who prefer to move beyond the surface and step into the quieter rhythm of a place, where everyday life reveals itself in small, meaningful moments. These are journeys designed not just to show a place, but to let you step into it - where local life unfolds through family-run kitchens, shared stories, quiet backstreets and long-held traditions that shape the character of each destination. For a limited time, 2027 departures are available at 2026 prices.*

With over 40 years dedicated to small-group travel, Back-Roads Touring has refined the art of travelling deeper, where each journey is designed to feel more personal and connected:
  • Connect with a small group
  • Be guided by the best
  • Soak up every moment
  • Feel like a local
  • Go beyond the surface
Take advantage of the 2027 price freeze – book by 30 June 2026!
Corners of Cornwall
Perfect for Tours and couples
Europe (United Kingdom)

Corners of Cornwall

8 days from $5,399*pp

Filled with evocative sights and fascinating stories, this unique corner of South West England will have you discovering maritime heritage, rural beauty and culinary pride.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • London
  • Dartmoor National Park
  • Falmouth
  • St Austell Bay
  • Salisbury
INCLUDES
  • Seven nights in hand-picked accommodation
  • Seven breakfasts and three dinners
  • Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • Visit Britian’s first tea plantation
  • Discover the historic port towns of Padstow and Port Isaac
  • Admire the cliffs of the Jurassic Coast
Trace the edge of England on a small-group journey from London through Cornwall, where wild moorlands meet sheer coastal cliffs. The route moves from the open stretches of Dartmoor National Park to the fossil-lined curves of the Jurassic Coast, with time spent exploring landmarks such as Wells Cathedral and Salisbury Cathedral. Along the way, pause in working fishing villages like Port Isaac and Padstow, wander through the creative corners of St Ives and cross the causeway to St Michael’s Mount, crowned by its medieval castle. A visit to Tregothnan Estate offers a glimpse into British tea traditions, while the slower pace allows for long lunches, sea air and local favourites like Cornish pasties and cream tea.

Valid for travel Select dates May - October 2027

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 64884

Treasures of Scotland
Perfect for Tours and couples
Europe (United Kingdom)

Scotland: Lochs & Landscapes

8 days from $5,749*pp

Settle into a Scottish tale of towering peaks, storied lochs and timeworn castles, with a dram of local Scotch whisky in hand.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Glasgow
  • Arran
  • Oban Area
  • Luss
INCLUDES
  • Seven nights in hand-picked accommodation
  • Seven breakfasts and three dinners
  • Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • Experience a Highland safari
  • Boat trip though Loch Lomond
  • Visit the World Heritage mil village at New Lanark
This journey begins in Glasgow and unfolds through landscapes shaped as much by history as by nature. Step into the past at the UNESCO-listed New Lanark mill village then continue to the Isle of Arran, where a guided wildlife safari reveals red deer, golden eagles and the island’s character. From there, head to Oban, known for its harbour and fresh coastal produce and explore nearby Dunstaffnage Castle and the gardens of Arduaine. The route then cuts through Glencoe’s striking valleys before finishing with a cruise across Loch Lomond, where wide Highland views stretch across the water.

Valid for travel Select dates May - September 2027

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 64885

Mont Saint-Michek, Normandy
Perfect for Tours and couples
Europe (France)

La Belle France

10 days from $5,929*pp

This tour takes you from France’s northern shores to château-sprinkled countryside, breaking off to see WWII sites, explore centuries-old villages and sample home-grown delicacies.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Paris
  • Honfleur
  • Arromanches-les-Bains
  • Dinan
  • Angers
  • Chinon
  • Montlouis-sur-Loire
INCLUDES
  • Nine nights in hand-picked accommodation
  • Eight breakfasts and six dinners
  • Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • Feel the cobblestones in Mont Saint-Michel
  • Enjoy a tasting session in the Loire Valley
  • Visit Claude Monet's estate in Giverny 
Step into a land of renowned artists and royal crusaders, hilltop monasteries and valley castles. Begin in the City of Lights, Paris and venture to Giverny, the home of Claude Monet - one of the world’s most celebrated artists. The vivid colours in every room paint a picture of his life and the surrounding gardens host flowers in every shade. In Normandy, savour the region’s orchard fruits and visit the Memorial Museum of the Battle of Normandy. Reflect on history as you gaze over Omaha Beach. Enter fairytale territory in the Loire Valley, where the skyline is dotted with castle turrets. At a local winery, enjoy a glass or two of exquisite wine while soaking in the scenery.

Valid for travel Select dates March - October 2027

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 64882

Lucca, Italy
Perfect for Tours and couples
Europe (Italy)

Italian Indulgence

13 days from $7,629*pp

An intoxicating mix of world-shaping cities and imagination-firing landscapes, Italy is a land where remarkable experiences lie around every corner.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Rome 
  • Perugia
  • Rural Tuscany
  • Lucca
  • Ligurian Riviera
  • Langhe Region 
  • Lake Maggiore
  • Sondrio
  • Trento
  • Venice
INCLUDES
  • 12 nights in hand-picked accommodation
  • 12 breakfasts, two lunches and four dinners
  • Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • Experience a truffle hunt
  • Discover Lake Maggiore on a boat tour
  • Soak up the atmosphere of Lake Como
Experience Italy at its most captivating on a small-group journey from Rome to Venice, weaving through Tuscany, the Ligurian Riviera and the Italian Lakes. This thoughtfully designed tour pairs iconic highlights with lesser-known areas, from Siena and Lucca to guided discoveries in Florence, along with time in Portofino and Lake Como. Along the way, connect with local culture through hands-on experiences including a Tuscan cooking class, truffle hunting in Alba and regional wine tastings, complemented by scenic boat rides on Lake Maggiore and visits to the Borromean Islands. With carefully chosen accommodation, regional cuisine and expert guidance throughout, it’s a blend of culture, flavour and beautiful landscapes that captures the spirit of la dolce vita.

Valid for travel Select dates May - November 2027

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 64883

*Conditions apply

*Conditions apply: Prices are per person twin share land only in AUD unless otherwise specified, correct as at 05 May 26 for bookings made 07 May to 30 Jun 26, subject to change without notice & availability at time of booking. 2027 Price Freeze prices are for tours departing 01 Mar - 30 Nov 2027 & are frozen at 2026 prices, based on a like for like week of departure date. Where no departure within the same week of travel, the 2027 price is frozen against the closest previous 2026 departure date. Excludes all new tours: London Uncovered, Iceland: Sagas and Springs, A Tale of Yorkshire Tradition, and Balkan Treasures: Albania, North Macedonia and Kosovo. The price freeze 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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