St Nicholas Church

Extend your escape with Back-Roads Touring combinables – the perfect multi-destination adventure

The author, Faye Smith.

Written by Faye Smith

Faye relishes in discovering the history and cuisine of each country she ventures to, usually with a book in one hand and a glass of white wine in the other.

Paris to Nice through Vineyards and Mountains & Provence and the French Riviera

English Lavenders

Glistening glasses of bubbles, decadent culinary delights and the rolling fields of fragrant flowers await you on this extended escape in France. A combined total of 18 nights, our Paris to Nice through Vineyards and Mountains and Provence and the French Riviera small group tours provides an experience of excellence you’ll never forget. Begin this journey in the captivating capital of Paris and traverse the road less travelled to Nice, passing through quaint villages, beautiful vineyards and other picturesque surroundings. 

Explore Eastern Europe & Alpine Escape: Germany, Austria and Italy

Fürth (Hessen)

From majestic mountains to ancient cities, Back-Roads Touring welcomes you to explore Europe’s best kept secrets. On a combined journey of our Explore Eastern Europe and Alpine Escape: Germany, Austria and Italy tours, you’ll encounter 20 days of succulent recipes, beautiful wine regions and historic intrigue. Your adventure begins in the gothic capital of Budapest and ends in the romantic city of Venice – meaning you’ll explore an abundance of ever-changing landscapes too. 

Highlights of Britain & A Scottish Journey

Small town in England and Scotland

One of our expert Tour Leaders will welcome you to the charming villages and quintessential towns of England and Scotland on a 21-day journey that uncovers inspirational literary settings, histories of past battles and the intricacies of local delicacies. Choose to extend your British escape when you combine our Highlights of Britain and A Scottish Journey tours – starting in the breathtaking city of London and ending in Scotland’s stunning capital, Edinburgh.

Iberian Inspiration & Discover Portugal

La Giralda

If you’ve dreamed of visiting Spain and Portugal, look no further than joining our Iberian Inspiration and Discover Portugal tours. Here, you’ll be welcomed on a 22-day journey filled with age-old traditions and unique flavours. A local expert filled with passion, knowledge and kindness will welcome you to the road less travelled in the cosmopolitan city of Madrid. Then, you’ll embark on your adventure, visiting quaint villages and secluded cities until you reach Lisbon where another Tour Leader may greet you, taking you on the next part of the adventure which ends in Porto. 

 

The Emerald Isle & Corners of Southern Ireland

An unforgettable Irish journey awaits on this 20-day excursion through Ireland. Filled with mystical atmospheres, cragged coastlines and local folklore, our combined tours of The Emerald Isle and Corners of Southern Ireland will transport you to a magical place where the veil between this world and the next thins. You’ll join your fellow travellers in Dublin where you’ll be welcomed with an included dinner filled with traditional cuisine. Then, follow the winding roads through this captivating land and end your extended escape where your journey began.  

Photo of the view

 

What part of the world will you traverse in 2025? And when? We recommend travelling during shoulder season – March, April, October or November. During this time, you’ll encounter quieter streets, lower costs and milder weather.  

As always, our expert Tour Leaders will be there every step of the way, making your extended escape one to cherish.  

Learn more about our combinable tours here.