There's a mix. Some activities – like enjoying the spa or sipping the local wine – are designed to be delightfully un-strenuous. But these are tours designed for more active travelers who want to feel physically challenged and adventurous, so we also include activities that will definitely get your blood pumping – like mountain hikes, bicycling, and whitewater rafting – depending on the day and destination.

Each Roam by Tauck journey has an Activity rating, ranging from 1 to 5 to give you a better idea of what to expect in terms of stamina needed and physical activities while on tour. The higher the number, the more active the journey is.

1 – Walking approximately 1–2 miles per day (~2,000–4,000 steps), often on flat or paved surfaces. Includes standing for 30–60 minutes during guided experiences. Guests should be comfortable navigating stairs, cobblestones, and gangways.
2 – On some days, walking extends to 2–3.5 miles (~4,000–7,000 steps), with occasional stairs, hills, or uneven surfaces. Standing periods may last up to 90 minutes, but this level still includes breaks and lower-effort days.
3 – Most days involve walking in the 2–3.5-mile range (~4,000–7,000 steps), with frequent stairs, cobblestones, and standing for 90+ minutes. Activity is consistent across consecutive days, requiring stamina and balance throughout the itinerary.
4 – Most days require — or offer the option to engage in — longer or more strenuous walking (often 4+ miles or 8,000+ steps), extended standing, or varied terrain such as hills, sand, or cobblestones. Guests should be comfortable crouching to climb into and out of more rugged vehicles or small planes frequently. Some days may also include active excursions like biking, kayaking, horseback riding, or water sports. While less demanding alternatives may be available, the core experience typically involves sustained physical effort and is best suited to guests comfortable with a consistently active pace.
5 – Strenuous activity is built into the core experience. Expect frequent high-effort excursions and limited opportunity to opt out. Tours at this level often include prolonged time in challenging environments such as altitude or wilderness terrain. Activities may involve hiking, biking, rafting, snowshoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, or snorkeling/swimming, sometimes over consecutive days. Designed for travelers who thrive on adventure and are prepared for a physically demanding itinerary.

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