Join us at the historic crossroads between East and West. You'll bike the gentle contours of the Czech landscape amid rolling pastures, evergreen forests, lakes, rivers and age-old hamlets. Encounter magical places like Český Krumlov, with its medieval castle and warren of cobblestone streets. Pedal Austria's scenic Wachau wine region and follow the path of the romantic Danube River, riding in the shadow of the imposing Melk Abbey. And hoist a pint of pivo or raise a glass of Riesling to the promise of exciting new discoveries in the Old World.

It's no mystery why our biking journey among the classic Loire Valley châteaux is a perennial favorite with Backroads travelers. First, the cycling is superb for all abilities, with mellow terrain for easygoing riders and first-timers, plus longer options if you're keen for more of a challenge. Combine this with quiet roads, famed Vouvray wines, stays at characterful château-hotels and a whole range of wonderful dining opportunities, and you can forget about being king or queen for a day—it's your chance to be treated like royalty for an entire week!

Stop to smell the lavender in Provence! Experience a land of vibrant colors, intoxicating fragrances, delicious flavors and living history. You'll pedal 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. Savor full-bodied wines and haute cuisine. Sip pastis and engage in a leisurely round of pétanque. And find yourself effortlessly embracing the Provençal art de vivre.

To D.H. Lawrence, Tuscany was "the perfect centre of man's universe." Dante, a Tuscan native, more than likely called it "divine." You'll undoubtedly conjure up a few superlatives of your own as you pedal from one stellar view to the next, admire incredible Renaissance art and architecture, and savor delicious pecorino cheese, homemade pasta, fruity olive oils and Super Tuscan, Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino wines. Few things in this world live up to the hype. We're delighted to report that all the fantastic things you've heard about Tuscany are true!

While the dramatic vertical relief of the Canadian Rockies is astounding from afar, nothing can prepare you for the jaw-dropping impact once you're among the peaks, gazing over vast U-shaped valleys and down onto lakes too intensely turquoise to be real. This multisport trip focuses on Banff and Jasper National Parks, where you'll pedal among the mountains with hardly a car in sight. Hike on the massive Athabasca Glacier with expert mountain guides and ramble above the tree line to share incredible views with mountain goats.

Experience a sensory feast in Northern California's incredible wine country. Two-wheel it amid world-famous vineyards, forests of soaring redwoods, perfect pastoral landscapes and the captivating Pacific coastline. Discover the joys of wine-tasting, spa-hopping, indulging in massages, mud baths and mineral soaks to your heart's desire. Dine on cuisine crafted by culinary geniuses. And get cozy at elegant hotels praised by Travel+Leisure and Condé Nast.

Be sure not to miss out on our exclusive one-time-only Bike, Camp & Fiesta trip coming up in California's Wine Country from September 30 to October 5. Imagine having the time of your life biking, wine tasting, hiking, dancing, dining and laughing with 100 or so like-minded singles. Best of all—thanks to the camaraderie that flows naturally on every Backroads adventure—you're sure to leave the trip with new friends. So come join us and experience it for yourself!