Have you noticed something a bit different? It’s an exciting new chapter for us, as our Back-Roads brand has been refreshed to reflect our more intimate, meaningful touring experience. But don’t worry, our expertly crafted small-group tours haven’t changed...
Read on to understand what sets us aside from traditional, large group touring companies and picture yourself delving deeper into local life, culture and roads less travelled...
Soak up every moment
No early wake-up calls just to queue at a landmark. No herding from site to site. Just the right pace, with plenty of opportunities to soak in the scenery, stop for a café au lait, or wander off on your own adventure.
Moments to savour...
Appreciating a free afternoon in the Douro Valley. Decide between sipping the aromas of a glass of fresh vinho verde at an idyllic vineyard or unwinding at one of the best estates in the Douro region on our Discover Portugal tour.
Connect with a small group
Our tours are crafted for no more than 18 guests, making every journey feel personal, relaxed, and engaging. Whether you're sharing a laugh over a regional dish or exchanging stories during a countryside stroll, these are the connections that elevate your experience with us.
Immerse yourself in some of our small group experiences...
Taking a stroll around the maze of lantern-lit cobbled streets in Naxos together, discovering its ancient ruins and charming villages on our Greece: Legends & Landscapes tour.
Be guided by the best
Our Tour Leaders are more than guides. They’re storytellers, insiders and passionate hosts who bring each destination to life in more ways than one. They’ll lead you far beyond the surface of traditional group tours of Europe and take you to the spots you’d never find on your own...
More personalised Tour Leader experiences...
Wind your way to a local fromagerie to uncover the secrets of traditional cheese-making (did you know France produces over 1,000 distinct types?) on our Paris to Nice through vineyards and mountains tour.
Feel like a local
Our journeys are carefully crafted with personal touches that help you feel at home, wherever you are. Think thoughtfully selected accommodations with charm and character, regional dishes served in atmospheric settings, and meaningful encounters with locals proud to share their stories.
Local moments on our tours...
Stay in family-run agriturismos, experiencing authentic Italian hospitality and cuisine on our brand-new tour for 2026; A Taste of Medieval Italy.
Go beyond the surface
These aren’t your typical Europe bus tours. Our tours are designed to peel back the layers of each destination. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the culture, history, and people that make each place unique.
Explore in more depth...
Journey through the hidden coves and historic fishing villages of Cornwall, gaining insights into the area's maritime heritage on our Corners of Cornwall tour.
2026 tours are now available to book - why not join us on one of our small group tours that feel more like travelling with friends than ticking off a list with strangers.
Find your next expertly crafted small-group tour here.