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Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Backroads Announces Bold New 2026 Adventures Across Europe, North America and Beyond
Cyprus, Hungary and Basque Country Headline New Itineraries; Plus the Debut of Trips for Travelers in Their 30s & 40s BERKELEY, Calif., June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Backroads, the global leader in active travel, is turning up the adventure with the launch of its 2026 collection. Featuring more than 30 brand-new itineraries across continents and trip styles, the lineup offers fresh ways for travelers to explore the world by foot, bike and beyond. Each trip is designed with Backroads' signature blend of active discovery and cultural immersion, spanning Biking, Walking & Hiking, Multi-Adventure, Glamping, Women's Adventures, Dolce Tempo and Family travel. From the sun-drenched hills of Cyprus to Kyoto's quiet temples, and from Ireland's dramatic coast to the quaint charm of Cape Cod, these new adventures cover every kind of landscape. Whether you're craving a relaxed Dolce Tempo getaway, a high-energy biking challenge or an unforgettable family escape, the 2026 collection is built to ignite every kind of wanderlust. The company is also expanding its Active Culinary collection with a mouthwatering new trip: a food-and-wine-focused Walking & Hiking Tour through Spain's Basque Country, inviting guests to savor bold flavors and old-world charm in every step. And for those who like their outdoor escapes with a touch of luxury, Backroads is debuting new glamping adventures for adults and families in some of America's most iconic national parks—Acadia in Maine, Yellowstone in Montana and Arches in Utah—pairing wilderness with elevated comfort. "Our trip development team has really outdone themselves in 2026," said Tom Hale, Founder, President and CEO of Backroads. "From brand new trips . . . to the bringing together of a whole new cohort of travelers with the launch of 30s & 40s—it's going to be a big year for Backroads, and I couldn't be more excited." Noteworthy additions to the 2026 new trip selections include: Biking Cape Cod Cyprus Krakow to Budapest Walking & Hiking Basque Country Active Culinary Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park Ireland's Connemara & Cliffs of Moher Italy's Amalfi Coast to Cilento Portugal's Azores Women's Adventures Basque Country Active Culinary Walking & Hiking Brittany & Normandy Women's Walking & Hiking Dolomites Walking & Hiking Poland & Slovakia Walking & Hiking Portugal's Azores Walking & Hiking Family Adventures Cape Cod Family Bike Tour Azores Family Multi-Adventure Glamping in: Acadia | Yellowstone| Arches National Park Casual Trips Brittany & Normandy Walking & Hiking Dolomites Walking & Hiking | Multi-Adventure England's Cotswolds Walking & Hiking Portugal's Algarve & Alentejo Biking Vermont Biking Dolce Tempo Azores Walking French Alps Walking | Multi-Adventure 30s & 40s TripsDiscover the collection—from wandering Alpine meadows in Switzerland and cycling through Kentucky's Bourbon Country to trekking to Machu Picchu and hiking lodge-to-lodge through the Dolomites and Pyrenees. All 2026 Backroads trips are open for booking with 30s & 40s adventures available starting June 26. For more information or to reserve a spot, visit or call 800-462-2848. About Backroads Backroads was founded in 1979 by Tom Hale and has been a leading innovator in active and adventure travel for over 45 years. Guests join Backroads to bike, hike and so much more on expertly planned active adventures which highlight the unique character of each destination. The company offers multiple ways to go active in hundreds of destinations worldwide: Biking, Walking & Hiking and Multi-Adventure tours; Private Trips, Women's Adventures, Dolce Tempo Easygoing Journeys, adventures for 30s & 40s and Family Trips for families with children in distinct age groups: Kids & Teens, Teens & 20s and 20s & Beyond. Backroads trip collections also include Active Ocean & River Cruises, Unplugged Bike Tours (no e-bikes), Lodge-to-Lodge Hiking, Safari, Culinary and Home Base Trips. For more information, please visit or call 800-462-2848. Backroads Media Contact Liz Einbinder liz_einbinder@ 510-292-2753 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Backroads
Forbes
30-04-2025
- Forbes
5 Easy European E-Bike Trips For 2025
E-biking in Portugal with Macs Adventure Whether you call them e-bikes or electric-assist bikes, these battery-boosted bicycles offer a new way to see the world. According to the Adventure Travel Trade Association, cycling with e-bikes was a top-trending European activity in 2024. E-bikes are heavier than a conventional bike, but relatively simple to ride. Yet it's important to know that these bikes must still be pedaled. Their small motor allows you to add a power boost while pedaling, shifting gears, and balancing, which are pretty much the same as on a conventional bike. What they really do is open up a whole new world of cycling, especially for those who want to explore hillier places or don't have the endurance to go on self-generated pedal power alone. They also allow you to ride with a companion who might be a stronger or more accomplished rider and has chosen to ride a conventional road or touring bike. They're ideal for couples of mixed biking ability to ride together and for multi-generational groups of riders. Here's what some major travel companies offer in 2025, on trips that were available at press time. Macs Adventure has many self-guided e-bike trips, including Cycle from Minho to Porto. The eight-day trip starts at the spa town of Monção at the Spanish border, includes a stop in Barcelos, located on the Camino de Santiago pilgrim trail, and finishes at the colorful city of Porto. It's a ride that offers Portugal's astounding Atlantic coastline and coastal nature reserves. Accommodation is in comfortable four-star hotels, and two wine tastings are included. Rated moderate, it's priced from $1,950 per person. The cost of an e-bike is an additional $250. E-biking in Slovenia with Trek Travel. Trek offers a Slovenia Bike Tour: From Lake Bled to Italy along the Goriška Brda Wine Region. This six-day ride includes a pletna boat ride on Lake Bled, an opportunity to explore the medieval town of Cividale del Friuli, and a ride through the wine region of the Goriška Brda region. The trip continues to Slovenia's only national park, Triglav National Park, and the glacial Lake Bohinj. Riders also cross the Slovenia-Italy border to the Fusine Lakes in the Julian Alps. Rated difficulty level 3 (out of 4), the cost is $4,399 per person. E-biking in Provence with Backroads The Provence Luberon to Lavender Country Easygoing E-bike Tour is a dedicated e-bike trip from Backroads. One of their Dolce Tempo trips, with a more relaxed pace, you bike from Saignon to Mane-de-Provence, through beautiful villages such as Bonnieux, Roussillon, and Gordes, past vineyards and lavender fields. The trip includes two nights at Les Couvent des Minimes, a 17th-century convent transformed into a spa hotel by L'Occitane. The final night's dinner is at the Michelin-starred Le Feuillée. This six-day trip is priced from $5,799. Puglia e-biking with VBT. VBT has chosen the coast of Puglia for this off-the-beaten-path guided e-bike trip. Italy: Puglia's Undiscovered Coast is a seven-day excursion with overnights in luxurious masserie, restored fortified farms typical of the area. The biking route includes some of the most historic towns in the region, such as Monopoli, the walled city of Acaya, and Otranto, a town built by the Greeks. It's a trip that combines seaside views with olive groves and historic towns. Rated easy, the seven-day trip is priced from $5,145. Biking in Costa Brava with ExperiencePlus! Bicycling Catalonia's Costa Brava is an eight-day trip from ExperiencePlus! The ride begins in Girona and continues east towards Costa Brava and the rolling hills of the Emporda region. This journey, filled with Roman ruins and medieval towns, finishes in Figueres, the birthplace of Salvador Dali. The trip is rated Classic 2.5 (on a scale of 1 to 5). The price is $4,950, and there's a $250 surcharge for a hybrid e-bike.
