In July 2016, we did a 9-day tour with Back-Roads ...

In July 2016, we did a 9-day tour with Back-Roads Touring Co, 'La Belle France'. We travelled in a new and well-maintained mini coach, maximum of 16 people, although there were only 14 of us, a good number. The tour included accommodation, some meals, and, of course, a guide.

The tour took us to Normandy, Brittany and The Loire Valley - areas that I hadn't travelled to before. And it was excellent. Our guide, Andy, was very knowledgeable and informative and he brought the history to life again in his colourful descriptions of the places we were visiting. He also, when the weather and time allowed, organised picnic lunches for us, which were most enjoyable and not on the itinerary.

This is the first time I have used this company and I would use them again, I cannot recommend them more highly.