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Hidden Lanes to Ocean Views


Discover a world where winding streets, centuries-old villages and hidden gems meet sparkling seas, sun-kissed ports and beautiful horizons. Now is the perfect time to plan your 2026 adventure, with incredible offers from Back-Roads Touring and MSC Cruises that make travel even more irresistible. Save up to $500 per couple* on Back-Roads tours and enjoy up to 20% off plus $100 onboard credit* with MSC Cruises.

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Tour and Cruise in Europe


Step off the beaten track and straight into adventure, where winding streets, historic villages and hidden treasures meet sparkling seas and endless horizons. With Back-Roads Touring, you’ll travel at your own pace, staying in hand-picked accommodations, enjoying authentic local experiences and guided tours led by passionate experts. With savings of up to $500 per couple* on Back-Roads tours and up to 20% savings, plus $100 onboard credit* with MSC Cruises for holidays from April to November 2026, now is the perfect time to turn hidden lanes and ocean views into experiences you’ll treasure forever.

Begin with Back-Roads Touring on the Iberian Inspiration journey through Spain and Portugal. Wander Toledo’s streets, look at Córdoba’s Mezquita, savour jamón ibérico and soak up the energy of Seville and Lisbon. With small groups, hand-picked accommodation and local guides, every moment feels personal and authentic. Then continue your adventure at sea with MSC Cruises on a Western Mediterranean Cruise. Sail from Naples to Valletta, Barcelona, Marseille and Genoa, enjoying world-class dining, dazzling entertainment, ocean views and all the comfort of life at sea.

Or combine a Scottish journey with an Eastern Mediterranean Cruise. Explore misty lochs, dramatic glens, storied castles and lively towns full of music, history and character. Then swap land for sea, sailing from Civitavecchia to Mykonos, Kusadasi, Marmaris and Naples, where each port offers new flavours, sun-drenched streets and unforgettable experiences. Together, these journeys create the ultimate escape, flowing seamlessly from hidden lanes to sparkling ocean views.

Pairing a Back-Roads tour with an MSC cruise combines cultural discovery on land with relaxation and adventure on the water.

Enjoy great deals as you tour and sail to captivating destinations - book by 30 November 2025!
MSC Divina
Perfect for Tours and ocean cruise
Europe (Greece)

Eastern Mediterranean Cruise

8 days from $1,735*pp

Indulge in life with MSC Cruises as you explore the streets of Rome, savour the flavours of Mykonos and discover the glamour of Naples, all while enjoying the comfort and excitement of life at sea.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Civitavecchia (Rome)
  • Mykonos
  • Kusadasi
  • Marmaris
  • Naples (Pompeii)
INCLUDES
  • 7-night cruise onboard MSC Divina
  • Accommodation onboard
  • Onboard main meals at main restaurants and buffets
  • Tipping, port charges and government
  • World class entertainment
  • Teen and youth clubs
BONUS
  • Save up to 20%*
  • $100 onboard credit*
Step aboard and let the adventure begin as you sail from Civitavecchia, the gateway to Rome, into the sparkling Mediterranean. Discover the sun-drenched charm of Mykonos, with its whitewashed lanes, lively waterfronts and golden beaches, before exploring the ancient wonders of Kusadasi and the famed ruins of Ephesus. In Marmaris, turquoise bays and pine-clad hills offer a blend of relaxation and local markets, while Naples invites travellers to savour iconic cuisine and explore historic treasures from Pompeii to Capri. Every day brings a new discovery, every evening a moment to relax in style aboard your ship, where delicious dining, dazzling entertainment and endless ocean views await. This is your journey, full of sun, sea and unforgettable memories.

Valid for travel Select dates 24 April - 23 October 2026

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 63106

MSC World Europa
Perfect for Family, couples and ocean cruise
Europe (Italy)

Western Mediterranean Cruise

8 days from $1,895*pp

Bask in Valletta’s sunshine, roam the colourful streets of Barcelona, toast your way through the flavours of Marseille and soak up the magic of every sun-kissed port along the way with MSC Cruises.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Naples (Pompeii)
  • Messina (Taormina)
  • Valletta
  • Barcelona
  • Marseille (Provence)
  • Genoa (Portofino)
INCLUDES
  • 7-night cruise onboard MSC World Europa
  • Accommodation onboard
  • Onboard main meals at main restaurants and buffets
  • Tipping, port charges and government
  • World class entertainment
  • Teen and youth clubs
  • Cutting edge fitness facilities
BONUS
  • Save up to 20%
  • $100 onboard credit*
Sail from Naples with MSC Cruises and discover the timeless wonders of the Western Mediterranean. Explore Pompeii’s ancient ruins beneath the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, stroll the elegant streets of Taormina from Messina, and soak up the golden charm of Valletta’s harbour. In Spain, enjoy the lively spirit of Barcelona before wandering through Marseille’s markets and the lavender-scented hills of Provence. Finish your journey in Genoa, gateway to the chic coastal beauty of Portofino. Aboard your MSC ship, each day brings new horizons, world-class dining and moments made for the memory books.

Valid for travel Select dates 20 April - 26 October 2026

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 63105

Seville, Portugal
Perfect for Tours and couples
Europe (Portugal)

Iberian Inspiration

12 days from $6,529*pp

Spain and Portugal offer a heady mix of treasures, from Arabic palaces and Roman temples to Catholic cathedrals and Jewish synagogues - all waiting to be explored on a Back-Roads tour.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Madrid
  • Toledo
  • Córdoba
  • Granada
  • Ronda
  • Seville
  • Sierra De Aracena
  • Estremoz
  • Lisbon
INCLUDES
  • 11 nights in hand-picked accommodation
  • 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners
  • Experienced Tour Leader and Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • Sample authentic jamón ibérico at a traditional farm 
  • Enjoy a traditional flamenco show in Seville
  • Visit the spectacular Córdoba Mezquita – a UNESCO-protected mosque
BONUS
  • Save up to $500 per person
Journey through ancient Iberia, where East meets West and the past intertwines with the present. Begin by exploring Toledo with a guided city tour, delving into its unique cultural heritage with visits to the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes and the Synagogue of Santa María la Blanca. Step back in time to Islamic Iberia with a locally guided tour of Córdoba’s Old Town, including a visit to the spectacular Mezquita, a UNESCO-protected mosque. Discover the Renaissance palaces of Úbeda, a World Heritage-listed town and savour authentic Spanish olive oil. Travel through the unspoiled Sierra de Aracena mountain range, dotted with castles, villages and pastures, where you'll visit a local pig farm to taste authentic jamón ibérico and cheeses. In Monsaraz, a picturesque Portuguese hilltop village offering sweeping views of the Alqueva Dam.

Valid for travel Select dates 17 March - 07 November 2026

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 63102

Scotland, England
Perfect for Tours and couples
Europe (United Kingdom)

A Scottish Journey

10 days from $6,869*pp

Journey on a Back-Roads tour through Scotland’s misty mountains, storied castles and island legends, where every loch, glen and whisky glass holds a tale waiting to be told.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Edinburgh
  • Cairngorms Region
  • Inverness
  • Isle of Skye
  • Isle of Mull
  • Stirling
INCLUDES
  • 9 nights in hand-picked accommodation
  • 9 breakfasts and 5 dinners
  • Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
  • Premium mini-coach transportation
  • Entrance fees to all included activities
  • Visit the Isle of Skye and Isle of Mull
  • Whiskey tasting experience
  • See Culloden Battlefield
BONUS
  • Save up to $500 per couple*
From the moment you arrive in Scotland, its magic takes hold. Feel the allure of misty lochs, hidden glens and tales of legendary battles that echo through the land. Stand where the sea meets the sky and feel the wild beauty all around you. Stroll through centuries-old cities alive with music, laughter and a love for life. Step inside a cosy whisky room, where each sip reveals a story and a secret of its own. Wherever your travels lead, Scotland will linger in your heart long after you leave.

Valid for travel Select dates 31 March - 13 October 2026

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 63104

*Conditions apply

*Conditions apply: Prices are per person twin share in AUD unless otherwise specified. Prices correct as at 03 Nov 25 & subject to change without notice & availability at time of booking, currency fluctuations & changes to taxes/surcharges and seasonality. Valid for sale for new bookings made between 03 - 30 Nov 25 unless sold out prior. Valid for travel 17 Mar - 07 Nov 26. $250 off all selected 2026 Back-Roads Touring Company tour departures, subject to availability. Quote CAMBIG2026 at time of booking. Existing bookings will not be permitted to cancel & rebook onto the same itinerary & departure date. Discount does not apply to pre- or post-accommodation or transfers. Discount can be combined with two other ‘Loyalty Discounts’. Save up to 20% pricing on MSC Cruises sailings is already applied to pricing, MSC Cruises Voyagers Club discount may be applied to eligible bookings. Discounts vary across all cruises & the maximum discount of 20% already applied to pricing & applies to Inside, Outside & Balcony categories only. Some departure dates may not have any discount applicable. Discounts are subject to change. $100AUD onboard credit is valid for new bookings only & applies to the duration of the cruise. Further conditions apply, see backroadstouring.com/terms-and-conditions & msccruises.com.au/terms-conditions. Further terms & conditions, payment conditions, booking & cancellation fees may apply.

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