Truffles, Castles & Tastings: Our Favourite Signature Moments

UK and Europe tours with Back-Roads Touring have just become even more intriguing, enchanting and delightful...

Here at Back-Roads Touring, we want to ensure that you don’t just receive an average experience; we want to take you on unique journeys that you’ll never experience anywhere else. Something that delves a bit deeper into the hidden gems, away from the hustle and bustle.

Every tour has been crafted and put together by our expert team to ensure you have a more personalised experience that takes you off-the-beaten track for a more authentic adventure.

That’s why we’re always making sure we deliver new tours that spark curiosity.

So, if you need a taste of something new, exciting and full of adventure, let’s tell you all about these 3 brand new tours that you could be journeying on in 2024:

Feed your curiosity with Italian pizza toppings...

Picture this: You’re sat at a bistro table outside on a hot European summer's day in the capital of Italy, Rome. The sun beaming on your face and suddenly, the smell of cheesy, doughy and oh-so-good Italian aroma tickles your nostrils.

You can’t deny that smell, but nothing draws people in more than the delicious sight, smell, texture and taste of pizza!

9th February marks National Pizza Day, so what a time to celebrate this mouth-watering delicacy than getting that Italian tour booked where you’ll be visiting local restaurants, seeking back street food vendors and be in the heart of where pizza came from!

So, if that first paragraph has got you daydreaming over an Italian escape, let us inspire and educate you on all things Italian pizza...

Love is in the air in Verona...

Fair Verona awaits!

Rich Romanesque and Gothic architecture, red wine risotto, a stopping point for both Milan and Venice and not forgetting being the home of Juliet’s house – are just some of the many things this beautiful city is known for.

But why, where and how did Verona’s reputation of being “the city of love” come from?

To celebrate the season of romance, we uncover the reasons why in our latest blog post...

A culinary adventure awaits you...

Crumbly cheddar, silky-smooth ricotta, tangy halloumi...there’s no shortage of mouth-watering cheeses to try in Europe!

20 January marks National Cheese Day, so what better time to celebrate the many delectable cheeses you could encounter on a Back-Roads Touring escape? As well as seeking them out for yourself at local restaurants and cafés, you might also have a chance to indulge in a cheese-tasting session with a local artisan.

So, if you’re dreaming of a small group tour filled with culinary delights, let us inspire you with these six un-brie-lievable picks...

New cuisines await in 2024...

Handmade pasta dishes, decadent desserts, hearty homecooked pies...Europe has no shortage of delicious delicacies to try! Why not make 2024 the year you tantalise your taste buds with a few sumptuous new cuisines?

You’ll savour plenty of local food and drink on one of our small group tours. Here are just a few of the gastronomic experiences you could be enjoying on your next unique Back-Roads Touring adventure:

A moment of gratitude

Recently, we asked you – our marvellous guests – to share some of your favourite Tour Leader moments. From special birthday treats to veering off the itinerary, our local experts have made a difference to your extraordinary escapes over the years.

Let’s take a moment to reflect on a handful of experiences and feel grateful for the people who make our tours so special.