Once the site of some of the bloodiest and deadliest battles of World War Two, the now quiet northern beaches and hills of France sit under peaceful blue skies. For history-buffs, a battlefield tour i…
Touring in style with Back-Roads
There are many features that distinguish Back-Roads Touring from other travel and tour companies – small groups of 18 or less, authentic local experiences, boutique accommodation, and of course, sceni…
What to expect travelling with Back-Roads Touring
Travelling with an organised tour doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on authentic local experiences or ‘me’ time for your own exploration. In fact there are plenty of reasons why an organised tour can…
Heading to the UK? Try one of these short breaks
Holidays to the United Kingdom come in many sizes. For most of us, we’re visiting friends or relatives, or just holidaying for a short period of time. While it’s great to catch up with loved ones whil…
Behind-the-scenes with a Back-Roads tour leader
As anyone who has ever been on an organised tour knows, having a tour leader who is engaged and passionate, who shows a genuine interest in their guests and the destinations visited, can make all the …
History comes alive on a battlefield tour
Everyone loves to travel but it’s our unique interests and hobbies that usually influence our choice of destination, tours and activities. For history-buffs, a battlefield tour is the ultimate e…
Four must-do Back-Roads tours
Back-Roads Touring has been guiding small group tours across the UK and Europe for over 30-years. True to their name, the small-group tour operator avoids freeways and congested toll-ways by sticking …