Destinations

It’s no surprise that Mallorca is one of the most popular cycling destinations for recreational and professional cyclists alike. While the climbs of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range will challenge even the most experienced cyclists, the dramatic mountaintops against the bright blue Mediterranean Sea are well worth the effort.

This year marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy, pivotal moments when allied forces liberated occupied France and ultimately brought an end to World War II. As a Backroads Trip Leader in Brittany & Normandy, I’ve witnessed first hand the profound impact of revisiting this history and the sense of pride and hope it instills.

While Mallorca is well-known as a world-class cycling destination, its plentiful hiking trails with stunning ocean vistas and dramatic mountains deserve equal attention. Whether hiking through ancient citrus groves, up to an 18th-century monastery or along picturesque cliff sides, these hikes won’t disappoint.

Explore with active travel experts to some of the most stunning regions in the world. Join Backroads for spring bike rides in North America, summer hikes in Europe, fall safaris in Africa and winter adventures in South America. Get ready for an incredible year of travel!

Croatia: it’s one of our favorite places to host our guests, and for good reason! Whether it’s the iconic architecture made famous by Game of Thrones, crystal blue waters or delicious meats and seafood, Croatia delivers a wide range of experiences that we love to share.

One of the things we hear most often from parents on our trips is that they love traveling with us because it’s one of the only times in their busy lives when all they have to do is show up and have fun. You meet us on day one, and we take care of the rest. A truly carefree vacation!

After a fun-filled and full day of biking or hiking, there’s nothing like sipping a cold beer and taking in a stunning view. Whether you fancy celebrating in a festive biergarten in Germany or drinking craft beer along the rocky coastline of Maine, a cold brew after an exciting day of adventure is the perfect recipe for a vacation well spent.

I booked Backroads’ Tanzania Active Safari Tour, confident that we’d have the best possible itinerary for our African honeymoon. But I had no idea how wonderful it would be—or that the Backroads crew and our local hosts had a few surprises in store along the way.

The aurora borealis, or the northern lights, are truly a spectacle. We’ve all seen those stunning photos of green, pink, purple, blue, and indigo curtains dancing through the sky. It’s something many of us dream of seeing in our lifetime, and we’re here to tell you that 2024 is the year to see them.

Your 40s are a great time of your life to travel, but they’re an even better time to travel with Backroads. We take care of the logistics so that in your busy life, you can be sure that every precious day you spend on vacation will count to the fullest. Besides, group travel is a built-in way to meet new friends.