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INTEGRITY

We operate our own trips everywhere in the world, controlling quality each step of the way. We don't pay others to do the job we promise you we'll do. more image What to be Aware of with Others


SUPPORT

We provide two support vans on our trips, so we're there when you need us, exponentially improving your experience.* more image What to be Aware of with Others

 

BIKES

The Backroads fleet of over 4,000 bikes is truly the best in the world—custom-designed titanium bikes, top-of-the-line Specialized S-Works Roubaix and Ruby Pro for women, and the Co-Motion Periscope Torpedo tandem. more image What to be Aware of with Others

 

LEADERS

Our hiring, training and performance management programs are second to none and it shows. We hire only 8-11% of leader applicants. Last year on average, our guests scored our 235 leaders 9.7 out of 10. more image What to be Aware of with Others

 

EXPERTISE

We pair experienced Backroads leaders with local guides on international trips, giving you a superior vacation every time. more image What to be Aware of with Others


 

ROUTES

Two vans allow us to support route options for truly varying abilities. We access the best of a region, not just the point-A-to-point-B routes that can be supported by one van.
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HOTELS

We designate our hotels as Premiere or Casual so you know what to expect. And we use guest feedback to monitor the quality of our hotels and restaurants.
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TRIP SIZE

We attract great guests! And our groups are small enough to move through the world with maximum flexibility and big enough to invite compelling group dynamics.
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FAMILY

We are the true active family travel specialists! In the last decade alone we've successfully run over 2,000 dedicated family trips. more image What to be Aware of with Others

 

SINGLES

For over two decades, we've been the specialist in travel for singles and solos. Our new and improved program includes: a Facebook community, single room specials, early booking deals, interactive trip scheduling and more dates than ever. more image What to be Aware of with Others

 

EVEN MORE

Downloadable GPS directions and cyclometers**, detailed elevation profiles, daily regional snapshots, self-navigable directions, area maps, custom-built kids bikes, telescopic walking poles, gourmet picnic lunches, the world's best Trip Consultants available 7 days a week and much more.

 

VALUE

Backroads' level of totally unsurpassed quality promises you the most extraordinary experience. more image What to be Aware of with Others

 

*95% of our guests are on trips with two vans or more; the remaining 5% of our guests are on trips with very few guests and will have one van.
**Available on biking trips in Europe and North America