Truffles, Castles & Tastings: Our Favourite Signature Moments

A Scottish Journey

After an incredibly challenging period for Back-Roads Touring, we are thrilled to report back on our first tour to depart since November 2019.

A Scottish Journey has been an excellent tour to kick off our 2022 season, encompassing towering mountains, mesmerising scenery and enchanting lochs. It has been a pleasure for our Tour Leader Rob Carr to be reconciled with guests after what has felt like an eternity of waiting for international travel to resume. Rob is an extremely insightful Tour Leader with a passion for dazzling guests with intriguing Scottish history.

Our wonderful guests started their voyage in charming Edinburgh and embarked upon a 10-day adventure abundant in Scottish treasures. The fascinating history of Culloden Battlefield was unearthed, the breathtaking Cairngorms National Park was admired, and a glass (or several) of Scotland’s world-famous whisky was delightfully sampled.

After an unforgettable tour back on the road, here are some of our guests' highlights!

ANZAC Day 2022

Today we are commemorating ANZAC Day by reflecting upon the immense sacrifice that soldiers in the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps have made for us throughout history. Courage, endurance and companionship are all strongly associated with 'the ANZAC spirit', which is deeply embedded in both nations' cultures. Today we honour our heroes by collating some excerpts of Remembrance and ANZAC Day poems.

National Pizza Day

This National Pizza Day, we’ve decided to help you uncover where to find the best pizza in Italy. With so many authentic Italian eateries to choose from, it can be difficult to decide where to venture to get those tastebuds tingling. The destinations we’ve collated include where to find the oldest pizzeria in the world and where to find trapizzino, the iconic Italian pizza pocket. Buon appetito!

So, where was pizza originally discovered and how did this heavenly dish make it to our plates today? Pizza originated in Naples in the 1700’s, so understandably the Neapolitans have a pretty good grasp on how to craft the most flavoursome pizzas. That’s why we will start with this world-renowned food destination to reveal where you can savour some truly magnificent pizza!

Embrace an alternative view

Otherworldly vistas and architectural wonders await in the fascinating countries that frame the glimmering Adriatic Sea.

Here our European Tour Leader Lana shares some of her favourite photos taken on our tours of Croatia and Montenegro, where dazzling viewpoints, local legends and authentic experiences combine to form an awe-inspiring adventure along the Adriatic coast.

Our Battlefields Tour Leader Steve shares stories from the front line of the First World War, including the military sites and war memorials we visit, and the personal pilgrimages we make on our tours of France and Belgium.

An Iberian adventure awaits

Sun-kissed valleys with neat rows of vines slowly ripening under the glowing Mediterranean sun. Refined coastal towns where architectural wonders merge seamlessly into lively tapas bars and wide stretches of sandy beaches.

The ancient lands of Iberia offer endless experiences for those who are new to its shores, or those returning to uncover more of its captivating history, glorious landscapes and rich cultural traditions.

Here our in-the-know Spain and Portugal Tour Leaders Elaine and Kriszti share their top tips to ensure your complete immersion in this magnificent region, guaranteeing you'll reap the rewards of its many treasures on your Back-Roads Touring journey.