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Maine Bike Tour

Iconic Coast from Camden to Acadia National Park

• Bike picturesque routes, enjoying the salty sea air, the morning fog and the crash of waves on Maine’s rugged rocky shores and scenic peninsulas
• Engage your senses as you listen to the silence of deep pine forests and soak up ocean views
• Discover the countless charms of seaside Camden, with historic homes, working harbors and welcoming galleries and shops
• Experience the mouthwatering flavors of the day’s fresh catch, like lobster with plenty of butter for dipping and a glass of crisp local white wine
• Be inspired by captivating views from a bayside hotel with New England character and an elegant, centrally located boutique retreat

• Itinerary 5 days, 4 nights
• Activity Level 2-4
• Start Portland End Portland
• Accommodations Premiere Hotels

Dolomites Hut-to-Hut Hiking Tour

Alpine Adventure amid Italy’s Dramatic Mountains

• Hike amid kaleidoscopic fields of wildflowers, deep pine forests, charming mountain huts and picturesque villages
• Taste hearty and delicious Tyrolean-Italian cuisine paired with sensational views of the surrounding landscape
• Behold stretch-forever vistas of dramatic jagged peaks and deep glacial valleys as you hike on Sennes Pass
• Soar over the tree line on lifts to reach remote trails in Puez-Odle National Park, a World Heritage Site
• Stay in family-owned alpine rifugios perched high in the mountains and experience warm hospitality, hearty meals and starlit skies

• Itinerary 6 days, 5 nights
• Activity Level 3-5
• Start/End Bolzano
• Accommodations Casual Hotels

Santorini & Crete Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Sun-Splashed Mythical Greek Isles

• Pair bike routes on dynamic and mountainous Crete with panoramic hikes on Santorini
• Archaeological site visits, local storytellers and traditional musical instruments keep the continuity of Greek history alive
• Kayak the turquoise sea, play and relax on black- and red-sand beaches and explore ancient waterside ruins
• Learn how to cook Greek food like a local in a fun interactive lesson
• Kick back in infinity pools at whitewashed island retreats draped in bougainvillea

• Itinerary 6 days, 5 nights
• Activity Level 1-3
• Start Heraklion, Crete End Santorini
• Accommodations Premiere Hotels

Bhutan Hiking & Walking Tour

Buddhist Culture, Himalayan Peaks & Tiger’s Nest

• Hike to secluded temples and monasteries, including the famed Tiger’s Nest, which clings to the side of a cliff
• Meet our knowledgeable Bhutanese guides and friends who open doors normally closed to foreign travelers
• Climb herders’ trails to spectacular panoramic views that encompass several snowcapped Himalayan peaks, framed by fluttering strings of colorful prayer flags
• Exchange ideas with Buddhist monks- and receive a blessing-at a monastery where foreign groups and seldom received
• Traverse a suspension bridge over the Pho Chhu river before rafting its thrilling rapids

• Itinerary 8 days, 7 nights
• Activity Level 1-4
• Start/End Bangkok, Thailand
• Accommodations Premiere Hotels

Hawaii’s Big Island Multi-Adventure Tour

Volcanoes National Park & the Kohala Coast

• Discover the Big Island’s unique culture as you walk in the footsteps of King Kamehameha on ancient footpaths designed to connect the island’s communities
• Hike with a local expert through Volcanoes National Park, exploring the geological features of an active volcano
• Bike through lush rain forests, across lunar landscapes and along a stretch of the famed Ironman course
• Swim, snorkel, and kayak in the warm waters of Puako Bay for close encounters with Hawaii’s fascinating marine life
• Tour a thousand-year-old lava tube used by ancient Hawaiians, which features its own distinct ecosystem and fascinating mineral formations

• Itinerary 6 days, 5 nights
• Activity Level 1-3
• Start Kailua-Kona End Kailua-Kona or Kohala Coast
• Accommodations Premiere & Casual Hotels

Spanish Pyrenees to Costa Brava Bike Tour

Barcelona, Spanish Flavors, Peaks & Beaches

• Ignite your love affair with Catalonia’s culture, art and architecture in the enchanting gateway city of Barcelona
• Ride scenic routes into the majestic French Pyrenees and the cycling mecca of Girona
• Enjoy world-class dining-irresistable tapas, fresh seafood, Catalan fusion cuisine and regional white and red wines
• Spin through dazzling Costa Brava, where the Mediterranean laps against miles of white-sand beaches
• Get in touch with your sacred side as you pedal part of the Camino de Santiago, a famous pilgrimage route

• Itinerary 6 days, 5 nights
• Activity Level 2-5
• Start Barcelona End Barcelona
• Accommodations Casual & Deluxe Hotels

Antarctica Ocean Cruise Multi-Adventure Tour

Penguins, Icebergs, Glaciers & Epic Grandeur

• Discover Antarctica’s untamed landscapes by water, land and treks across solid ice
• Kayak amid icebergs and bundle up to hike across a frozen wonderland
• An expert expedition team guides you on excursions to landings where few other humans have set foot, reached by nimble Zodiacs
• Spot incredible wildlife, from humpback whales to seals, seabirds and South Pole’s most famous residents: gentoo penguins
• Fill your days sailing to and from Antarctica via the Drake Passage with onboard stretching and conditioning classes, lectures from expert biologists and more

• Itinerary 11 days, 10 nights
• Activity Level 1-2
• Start Ushuaia Finish Ushuaia
• Accommodations Small Luxury Ships

Iceland Ocean Cruise Hiking & Walking Tour

Passage to the Land of Fire & Ice

• Hike amid ancient volcanoes, bizarre rock formations, thundering waterfalls and pristine fjords as you voyage near the Arctic Circle
• Experience outings exclusive to Backroads guests through dramatic landscapes and on secluded islands with cliff-nesting birds
• Rejuvenate in mineral-rich thermal pools, venture near steaming mud pots and hidden cascades and witness geothermal power in action
• Watch for incredible wildlife, including cliff-nesting seabirds, orcas, dolphins and seals
• Indulge in the luxury of the intimate Ponant superyacht-with find French cuisine, open-air lounges and spa treatments

• Itinerary 8 days, 7 nights
• Activity Level 1-3
• Start/End Reykjavik
• Accommodations Small Luxury Ship

Bordeaux & Dordogne Bike Tour

Grand Wine Estates & Gourmet Experiences

• Pair the Dordogne’s lush countryside, a patchwork of meandering rivers, sun-dappled farmland and dense forests, with Bordeaux’s renowned vineyards
• Savor celebrated regional cuisine, artfully crafted by world-class chefs and served in Michelin-starred restaurants
• Bike through the historic Périgord as you explore it’s limestone plateaus, Roman ruins and white stone architecture
• Stroll through medieval Saint-Émilion, beloved for its extraordinary monolithic cathedral, quaint architecture and exceptional wines
• A guided tour of the Rouffignac Cave drawings provides you with an up-close look at what European life might have been like eons ago

• Itinerary 6 days, 5 nights
• Activity Level 2-4
• Start Bordeaux End Bordeaux
• Accommodations Premiere Hotels