Good to be cared for and challenged to experience new vistas and cultures.

Out of 8 trips with BR, this tied with Croatia for most beautiful scenery. Learning a little about the Basque culture and long historical impact was a bonus. And the hotels were over the top with luxury and atmosphere.

We loved this trip. Basque Country is beautiful and the hikes allowed us to experience it from our starting point at Biarritz on the beautiful Bay of Biscay, to the hills and gorgeous vistas, to the charming small towns. The accommodations were also truly outstanding. To top it off, our guides significantly enhanced our experience. Sam (especially), Mario, Lucie and Bertrand were all knowledgeable and responsible but also fun, interesting and genuine people who the entire group bonded with. Just great people to hang out with. Our overall group was also wonderful and also bonded quickly. The only mild disappointment was the food. It was fine but in our opinion not up to the standards of other Backroads trips we've done. But we're picky. Overall this was a wonderful trip and we highly recommend it. We're looking forward to our next Backroads adventure (they have all been great).

I'm still living this beautiful trip weeks later! Everything was absolutely perfect, from the planned (yet still flexible) walks and hikes into beautiful landscapes, to the fantastic accommodations and food, and especially our amazing leaders who made us feel ours was the only trip they will ever do. They were not just knowledgeable, but ever-helpful, thoughtful and so fun! As the only single person in our group of couples, I never felt left out, and in fact by the trip's end it seemed that we were all one easy family. Backroads, I'm exploring my next adventure with you!

Loved the extras -- musicians, pelotte playing, winery tours, loved Etienne and Lucille, unflappable, joyful, interesting and great company. So happy that I got to see this area of the world in this way; have signed up for the Galapagos trip, would also like to do Dolomites sometime.

I can't say enough good things about our guides (Lizette, Etienne, and Tyler) and all that they did to make everything run smoothly. The accommodations were lovely, the scenery was gorgeous, the hiking was challenging enough, the cultural experience was appreciated, and the weather was perfect. We have done many guided biking trips with other companies, but this was our first hiking trip and I was sold on what Backroads delivered. It was first class from beginning to end.

A thoroughly wonderful trip which we highly recommend! This Backroads adventure exceeded our expectations in every way. The guides are very special people - friendly, warm, and extremely knowledgeable about the region. Such terrific hospitality! We particularly like the different options so if there is an afternoon we want to 'hang back' and explore a village or get a massage we can do so. We've been on three Backroads trips and we have since signed up for a fourth this summer. Next on our travel agenda - Salzburg to Munich. Can' wait! Rick and Julie Pullen

Had a fabulous time! Such a beautiful place to visit and I loved learning about the history and culture. Thank you for a fantastic vacation!

Backroads really thought of everything......Simply put, there is no reason not to do another trip with your company. I would go back today if I could.