Tour Descriptions

Walking
Walking tours with Breakaway Adventures allow travelers to experience Europe and some 30 countries in an intimate, firsthand fashion. Travelers receive detailed itineraries with maps and visual pointers to guide them from destination to destination. Depending on the level of difficulty chosen of each excursion, tours may travel to one location each day or every other day. Also, walking tours are available for any fitness level from leisurely-paced tours to more challenging hills and hikes. Breakaway Adventures selects walking routes that are off the tourist path and that provide authentic, yet enjoyable cultural experiences.

Cycling
Breakaway Adventures offers cycling tours through the countryside of more than 10 countries, allowing travelers to go greater distances and see the sights in the fresh air. Just as on the walking tours, guests receive detailed itineraries with maps and visual pointers at the beginning of the trip, and their dedicated staff person is available to recommend easier or more difficult routes, as well as side excursions. All tours are designed to allow you to sightsee in addition to cycling from place to place, and as on all tours, luggage is transported for you to the next location. Additionally, assistance with your bicycle is just a phone call away.

Trekking
For travelers who enjoy the challenge of hiking the mountains, Breakaway Adventures provides a variety of trekking tours through some of the world's highest ranges. From Mt. Kilimanjaro in East Africa to the Pyrenees in France and the Indian Himalayas, trekking tours provide the chance to see some of the earth's most spectacular views, while enjoying stays at charming inns and lots of good food along the way. Breakaway Adventures moves guests' packs from place to place wherever possible to lighten the load, and trekking adventures are not just for the superfit. Many trails are suitable for normally fit and healthy individuals, as well.

Barging
While popular with Europeans, barging has largely remained an undiscovered secret among most Americans. Perfect for those who are looking for group travel, barging allows guests to visit Europe's towns and countryside via canals and rivers aboard a private, luxurious boat with a dedicated chef, captain and crew. Passengers can also enjoy planned or spontaneous excursions such as hot air balloon rides, visits to wineries or cycling alongside the barge to the next destination via the towpath. Breakaway Adventures has even been known to schedule a private yoga instructor aboard the barge for guests' convenience. Additionally, Breakaway Adventures is the only tour company to offer barging tours as an option in addition to walking and cycling tours.