Bologna

31 Jul 2025

More Than Just Ragu: Why Bologna should be on your list

This irresistible destination nestled in the heart of the world-famous Emilia-Romagna region is charming, yet less chaotic and touristic than its louder neighbours. 

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By Nikkita Vass

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New for 2025... A Scandinavian Journey: Denmark to Sweden

13 Aug 2024

Introducing our new tour for 2025: A Scandinavian Journey: Denmark to Sweden. Uncover the unique culture, breathtaking beauty and captivating history of this remarkable region.

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By Hannah Rose

Besalu

Siestas, Stories & Scenic Roads: Through Julia’s Eyes

15 Jul 2025

Today, we step into Julia’s world for a heartfelt look behind the scenes of life on the road.

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St Michael's Mount

Meet Your Tour Leader: from the Classroom to the Coast

29 May 2025

Every Back-Roads journey is shaped by those travel moments that just feel... different. Our Tour Leaders play a huge part in creating those extraordinary memories for guests that last a lifetime.

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By Russell Chapman

Pastries made in France

Your French food guide: 10 things to try in France

2 Sep 2024

Ready to embark on a gastronomic adventure through France? Discover 10 foods you need to try on your next French escape.

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48 Hours in Dublin: The Perfect Mini-break

12 Jan 2020

Wherever you go in Ireland, you’re almost guaranteed a warm welcome – and nowhere more so than in Dublin. Expect a rich tapestry of tumultuous history, enchanting hidden laneways and oodles of hearty fare – all washed down with the city’s emblematic tipple (a pint of creamy Guinness).

By Natalie Baker

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A Castle, a Garden and a Cathedral: Three of Kent’s Most Evocative Sights

19 Dec 2019

A Castle, a Garden and a Cathedral: Three of Kent’s Most Evocative Sights

From its expertly manicured estates to its rolling vineyards and hedgerow-lined country lanes, it’s easy to see why leafy Kent has earned the nickname ‘garden of England’. But it’s not just a holiday destination for lovers of all things blossoming and beautiful; this historic corner of Southeast England is also home to plentiful cultural delights.

Creative Copywriter Jessica Morris took a tour of some of the county’s most significant locations to find out more about what they have to offer our guests.

By Jessica Morris

Christmas-time indulgence

Festive Fancies: Our Top 6 Must-Try Christmas Foods

17 Dec 2019

Festive Fancies: Our Top 6 Must-Try Christmas Foods

Christmas: it’s all about spending time with your loved ones, giving and receiving carefully chosen gifts… and of course, tucking into mouth-watering, heart-warming food. If you’re anything like us, you’ll have spent the last few weeks dreaming of a festive feast fit for Saint Nicholas himself – complete with turkey, stuffing and all the trimmings.

But beyond the traditional roast? There’s a world of alternative festive fare out there that would make a welcome addition to any Christmas table. So, to get you inspired to try something different this year, we’ve rounded up a few of our best-loved European Christmas foods.

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By Natalie Baker

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My first solo touring experience

17 Oct 2019

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By Lucy Caskey

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Our Top 10 Gastronomic Experiences

9 Aug 2019

Our Top 10 Gastronomic Experiences

Stories waiting to be unravelled. Secrets waiting to be revealed. Delicious flavours that tantalise your every taste bud. It’s time to embark on a voyage of gastronomic discovery with our one-of-a-kind culinary experiences. Here, we’ve selected some of our European favourites to share with you. Are you ready to discover your Europe?

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By Erin Bunn

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7 Reasons Why You Should Join Our Corners of Cornwall Tour

2 Aug 2019

Discover Cornwall with Back-Roads Touring Touring

From windswept moors and wild coastlines to historic cities and picture perfect fishing villages, the county of Cornwall is filled with evocative sights and fascinating stories. Our Back-Roads Touring Corners of Cornwall tour seeks out the maritime heritage, rural beauty and culinary pride of this unique corner of South West England – here are seven reasons why it’s time to join the journey.

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By Erin Bunn