Small group touring experts Back-Roads Touring has launched its BIG Promo campaign which offers savings of $250 per person on bookings made until 13 November 2024, excluding May and September departures.

For a limited time only, travel agents can secure considerable discounts for their clients on all small group tours of the UK and Europe in 2025. 

Each of Back-Roads Touring’s award-winning tours is escorted by passionate and local tour leaders that are dedicated to offering clients deep cultural immersion by showing them all the unique traditions and experiences within their chosen destination. 

Back-Roads Touring’s shoulder season departures (March, April, October and November) are ideal for customers who prefer to avoid the peak season and enjoy the benefits of travelling during the shoulder season, such as lower prices, milder weather, and fewer crowds. What’s more, these shoulder season departures are on average 10 per cent cheaper.  

BIG Promo discounts can also be combined with two other Back-Roads Touring loyalty discounts – the Past Passenger discount and the Multi-Trip discount – for even larger savings. 

“We are delighted to offer our valuable trade partners the opportunity to guarantee their clients a fantastic deal to experience the road less travelled in the UK and Europe next year,” general manager of APAC for Back-Roads Touring, Anna Fawcett, said.

“Our knowledgeable guides have decades of invaluable experience and are experts in leading memorable tours, whether guests are food lovers, history buffs, or solo travellers. We urge our partners to book before 13 November to take advantage of these huge discounts for their clients.”

 BIG Promo savings include the following tours: 

Italian Indulgence  – 13 days from $6,549 per person 

An intoxicating mix of ancient cities and imagination-firing landscapes, Italy is a land where unforgettable experiences lie around every corner. Visitors will savour every moment of this Back-Roads adventure as they journey from enchanting Tuscan villages to tranquil lakeside retreats – sampling an abundance of tantalising flavours and local wines along the way.  

Departures from April 2025 – November 2025 

Price includes: 12-nights in hand-picked accommodation, premium mini-coach transportation, experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and driver, and 18 meals (12 breakfasts, two lunches and four dinners) 

Explore Eastern Europe – 10 days from $4,729 per person 

Discover a land of ancient cities, time-honoured culinary customs and ever-changing landscapes on this memorable 10-day tour to the Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland. Highlights of this tour to such a beautifully diverse region include making authentic Polish pierogi dumplings at a traditional cookery class in Kraków, savouring a sweet wine tasting in Hungary’s world-famous Tokaj wine region and uncovering the historic landmarks of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ceský Krumlov. 

Departures from April 2025 – October 2025 

Price includes: nine nights in hand-picked hotel accommodation, premium mini-coach transportation throughout the tour, experienced Back-Roads tour leaders and 14 meals (nine breakfasts, two lunches and three dinners).  

Paris to Nice through Vineyards and Mountains – 10 days from, $6,089 per person 

This voyage through quintessential France uncovers the history, culture and landscapes which make this country so unique.  Mighty mountain ranges and charming villages brimming with fragrant fields of flower, blend with glistening bubbles and rich red wines for a true taste of real French life. Highlights include ample time to admire the exceptional 15th-century French architecture at the Hospices de Beauneavour, sampling delicious cheeses at local fromagerie in the French Alps, and indulging in local tastings in the famed wine-growing regions Champagne and Burgundy. 

Departures: May 2025 – October 2025 

Price includes: nine nights in hand-picked hotel accommodation, premium mini-coach transportation throughout the tour, experienced Back-Roads tour leaders and 14 meals (nine breakfasts, one lunch and four dinners).  

Iberian Inspiration– 12 days from $5,749 per person 

This scenic tour takes the back roads on a special journey into the heart of ancient Iberia. East meets West and past meets present on this trip which takes in Arabic palaces, Roman temples, Catholic cathedrals and Jewish synagogues. Highlights include a visit to the stunning Córdoba Mezquita – a UNESCO-protected mosque, tasting authentic jamón ibérico at a traditional farm in Sierra de Aracena, experiencing the historic charm of Córdoba, Granada, Úbeda, Estremoz and Ronda with stays in charming old town hotels, and a traditional Flamenco show in Seville.  

Departures from March 2025 – November 2025 

Price includes: 11 nights in hand-picked hotel accommodation, premium mini-coach transportation throughout the tour, experienced Back-Roads tour leaders and 16 meals (11 breakfasts, two lunches and three dinners).  

Corners of Cornwall – 8 days from $4,549 per person 

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. This scenic tour explores the maritime heritage, rural beauty and culinary pride of this unique corner of South West England. 

Departures from March 2025 – October 2025 

Price includes: Seven nights in hand-picked accommodation, 7 breakfasts and four dinners, premium mini-coach transportation and Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and driver. 

A Scandinavian Journey: Denmark to Sweden – 11 days from $6,249 per person 

This 11-day adventure traverses the best of Scandinavia from its awe-inspiring past to its marvelling present. Meet unique local characters, discover the unexpected, relish on delicious cuisine as the incredible tour takes in powerful Viking ships, grand castles and picturesque coastal towns. Highlights include travelling back in time at the Viking Ship Museum, a ferry journey to the traditional, idyllic Swedish fishing village of Hönö, time to explore Kronborg Castle, the dazzling inspiration behind Shakespeare’s Elsinor in Hamlet, and a leisurely canal boat ride to Sweden’s captivating capital, Stockholm. 

Departures from May 2025 – September 2025 

Price includes: 10 nights in hand-picked accommodation, 10 breakfasts and four dinners, premium mini-coach transportation and Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and driver. 

For further information on Back-Roads Touring, visit www.backroadtouring.com  

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