The best gifts aren’t always things we can hold in our hands. When it comes to travel, they take many forms: moments of connection, a renewed sense of wonder, the confidence that comes from trying something new or the simple luxury of letting someone else handle the details.

Dreaming of hiking one of the world’s most iconic trails without spending weeks on the trek? Backroads lets you experience legendary routes like the Tour du Mont Blanc, Inca Trail, Camino de Santiago and W Trek on expertly designed trips featuring the most memorable highlights, comfortable accommoda…

Canada offers everything from rugged mountains and whale-filled coastlines to charming French-speaking towns and dramatic ocean landscapes. Explore five distinct regions and discover which destination belongs at the top of your travel wish list.

The gateway to your adventures in the rest of Iceland, Reykjavik is colorful, pedestrian-friendly and has more than enough sights, shopping and food to fill your days before or after your Backroads trip.

Forty years after first encountering Keukenhof as a landscape architecture student, Mark Hieber finally experienced the iconic garden in person. A visit on a Backroads Bike Tour brought new perspective to a landscape he had long admired.

Can AI plan the perfect trip? It can suggest destinations and itineraries, but authentic travel experiences still depend on local expertise, cultural knowledge and the human ability to adapt when the unexpected happens. Backroads believes people remain the heart of great travel.

Does your family prefer flip flops or fleece? Castles or cowboys? Every family has its own travel style, and the world is full of incredible places to explore together. Answer a few fun questions about the landscapes, wildlife and experiences that inspire you most and find the family adventure that…

What are some unique places to kayak in Europe? A Backroads Trip Leader shares four unforgettable kayaking experiences in France, Ireland, Croatia and Norway, each offering a unique mix of history, culture, scenery and adventure.

For many at Backroads, Yosemite is more than a destination. From trail cleanups to native seed collection, our Yosemite FaceLift experience offered a meaningful way to give back to a place that means so much to the Backroads community.

Dragon is a beloved local guide who has spent nearly 25 years helping Backroads travelers experience Vietnam through its culture, history and people. Known for his energy, local connections and hospitality, he creates authentic experiences that help guests form meaningful connections with the countr…