Backroads

Backroads is a leading active travel company, established in 1979 by Tom Hale. It specializes in organizing biking, walking, hiking, and multi-adventure tours in over 50 countries. The company is known for its detailed trip design, elegant accommodations, and exceptional dining experiences, all delivered by skilled trip leaders. Backroads offers a variety of travel experiences, including biking tours through scenic locations like California's Wine Country and international destinations such as France and Japan. Their walking and hiking trips allow guests to explore cultural and natural attractions on foot, while multi-adventure tours combine various activities for a comprehensive experience in places like Iceland and Tanzania. The company caters to families, individuals, and groups, providing tailored trips for different age groups and fitness levels. Tom Hale remains actively involved as president, guiding the company's vision and commitment to quality.

Leisure, Travel & Tourism Berkeley, United States Founded 1979 ~1,100 employees

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Employees
1,100
Revenue / employee
$191K
Revenue ~$210M
H1B sponsor
NA
Open jobs
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How many employees does Backroads have?

Backroads has about 1,100 employees (as of Oct 2026).

What is Backroads's revenue per employee?

Backroads makes about $191K in revenue per employee, based on $210M annual revenue and 1,100 employees.

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