Historic heroes and crumbling castles meet with modern-day celebrity mansions on this insightful introduction to central England’s most engaging people and places.

History buffs will be in heaven exploring England’s most time-honored attractions, traipsing behind the tourist facade on one of Back-Roads’ most popular adventures.

Begin a Muggle and emerge a Magician on an unforgettable journey from film sets to steam trains, medieval towns to magic stone circles and forests worthy of Centaurs.

The middle ages meet modern day in Cambridge, Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex, which are certain to enchant with their sophisticated display of delicate English beauty.

Peek behind the pages of Austen’s famous works with the literature-lover’s ultimate 3-day tour, set amid scenery that inspired some of the greatest novels of all time.

The birthplace of English history and tales of some of its brightest stars are all explored against a backdrop of medieval cities and beautiful gardens.

The Suffolk Canvas - East Anglia through the Artist’s eyes
This is a simply exquisite way to discover one of the UK’s least well-known areas – the ancient eastern England counties.

Combine our Western Front one-day tours to make a weekend of it. Each day focuses on a special sector of the Western Front.

Relive Arthur’s reign with a tour so magical even Merlin would be proud. Step inside centuries-old settings of romance, intrigue and honor and see legends come alive.

Trace the exploits of Henry VIII, Shakespeare and Queen Elizabeth I. Experience Tudor life firsthand, from the monarchs’ magnificent palaces to the commoners’ humble homes.

Watch the work of some of the world’s greatest wordsmiths leap off the page. Follow the footsteps of your favorite characters and find the springs of inspiration that pushed the pens of their creators.

Evocative scenery, extraordinary architecture and old fashioned country hospitality combine to make this tour the most comprehensive and captivating welcome to South Wales available.

Majestic mansions, coveted castles and an enviable list of England’s most magnificent gardens make this decadent Kent tour an unforgettable experience for anyone with a fondness for fine design.

Just across the English Channel lies the ancient land of Flanders.
This magnificent short tour explores the part of Flanders that is now a province of Belgium.

Anzacs on Somme - The Western Front
Australian and New Zealand combatants in the Great War were undoubtedly the bravest of all. This heart-rending tour pays tribute to their extraordinary valor.

Cream Teas and Pasties - Dorset, Devon & Cornwall
Gourmets will love the fine food, history buffs will relish the architecture, literature lovers will delight in scenes straight from the printed word.

Forging of a Nation - Canadian Theatres of War
Young Canadians entered the Great War as representatives of a dominion. They fought and fell as representatives of a new nation. More a pilgrimage than a tour.

2 Tours in 1 - In Search of King Arthur & Heart of England
The magic of King Arthur’s days melds seamlessly with the modern day on this journey through England’s historic heartland.

2 Tours in 1 - In Search of King Arthur & Red Dragon
Quintessential English elegance meets a warm Welsh welcome in a tour of timeless attractions set in classical countryside.

A unique sightseeing showcase, this comprehensive journey is tailored for those who want to fully experience 'this demi-paradise, this other Eden’ described by Shakespeare.

Discover some of the most coveted countryside of all time on this epic journey through England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Experience it all in idyllic Back- Roads fashion, with the perfect blend of informed sightseeing.