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NEW!
Provence & Costa Brava
Walking from Sunny Southern France to Beguiling Barcelona
Dear Traveler,
As if an escape to sunny Provence weren't idyllic enough, this incredible new trip also introduces you to the glorious Mediterranean seascapes of Spain's Costa Brava. From manicured vineyards to rugged coastline, experience the elegance of southern France and the raw splendor of Spain—two distinctive countries in one exceptional trip. Join us and we'll open up these two captivating regions in a way that only Backroads can.
You'll enjoy a backstage pass into the rugged Lubéron Valley of Provence, land of lavender, olives and honey. Here, amid ancient villages and prestigious vineyards, exploring with your Backroads trip leaders is like having good friends show you the hidden corners of their home town. This is where your leaders live, work and play, and they're delighted to put their insider's knowledge to work giving you the most authentic Provençal experience possible. Partake in a private wine tasting at a welcoming family-run domaine. Learn about the region's Gallo-Roman past from a Provence history expert. And experience the charming town of St-Rémy at its vibrant best—on market day! Then journey to Spain's Costa Brava where ancient trails lead to white-washed villages, hidden coves and intoxicating views. Sample delicious tempranillo wine, linger in artisanal shops and taste locally made specialties, and meet our local friends, who can't wait to introduce you to the places they love.
So what are you waiting for? Come explore Provence & Costa Brava with Backroads this spring, summer or fall. You'll benefit from our superlative support, logistical expertise and talented trip leaders who reveal their favorite regions from intriguing new perspectives that other travelers miss. And nobody out there can match the fun and camaraderie you'll enjoy when you travel with us.
À bientôt and hasta luego—we hope to welcome you on a Backroads trip in 2012!
Tanya Nygaard
Regional Manager, France
P.S. Book your Backroads trip at www.backroads.com or give one of our experienced Trip Consultants a call at 800-462-2848, 7 days a week from 7 am to 5 pm Pacific time.
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The Provençal Art de Vivre
The sun-kissed seduction of Provence is impossible to resist. Join us in this land of vibrant colors, intoxicating fragrances, delicious flavors and living history. Wander past fields of fiery red poppies and groves of silvery green olive trees. Lose yourself in ancient villages amid a mélange of cobblestone lanes, artisanal shops and outdoor markets. Gaze at red-tile roofs against deep blue sky. And marvel at the starry nights. Cézanne, van Gogh and a host of others found inspiration in the region's uniquely luminous landscapes. It's easy to understand why. | |
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Costa Brava's Beauty
Grandiose vistas abound in Spain's Costa Brava, where cliffs plummet to the Mediterranean, forming the famously curvaceous coves. Our hiking route follows the Camí de Ronda—ancient walking paths once used by smugglers—up steps, through tunnels and past incredible seascapes. Enjoy your own piece of Costa Brava heaven on a hidden white-sand beach, then ascend to a botanical garden, an explosion of color and fragrance above the sea. | |
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Historic Abodes
Near La Place de la Fontaine in Saignon, Auberge du Presbytère was originally three village houses dating back to the 11th and 12th centuries. Enjoy an evening at the welcoming Hôtel Le Gordos, set within the centuries-old rock walls of a Provençal country home, just outside the center of Gordes. Splendid views are yours to admire at Hotel Sant Roc, perched above the Mediterranean in the heart of Costa Brava. | |
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