Pin Drop Travel

Inspiration for your own tailor-made trip

Sometimes nothing beats escaping the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life. That's why we've created Pin Drop Travel, a collection of destinations where silence is golden; places of peace where - as the name suggests - you can hear a pin drop. While we love the thrill that comes with visiting vibrant cities, there is a lot to be said for quiet holidays where you can slow right down and escape from the almost ever-present noise of modern life. From television and telephones to traffic and typing, the prevalence of auditory stimulation means the situation is so bad that one recent study suggested that a whopping 90% of children in the USA will never experience natural silence. Following on from the introduction of international dark sky areas - spaces designated as free from light pollution - more areas are now being identified and protected as quiet spaces, where visitors can truly enjoy the sound of silence. The good news is that with Original Travel you can visit and appreciate these places where you can hear a pin drop; whether that's reconnecting with untouched nature while indulging in shinrin-yoku ('forest bathing') in Japan; meditating with monks in Bhutan; hiking in India's lunar Ladakh region; stargazing in the Namibian desert or enjoying New Zealand's wide open spaces; or simply just escaping to a quiet coastal town in Europe, there's a quiet holiday to suit.
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Into the Arctic Wilderness - Summer in Svalbard

Reconnect with nature under Svalbard’s long summer sun on this five-day Arctic escape of fjord cruises, glacier hikes and wilderness wonder

5 days, from £1440 to £2300

Experience the Soul of Sao Miguel - Adventure & Rejuvenation in the Azores

Explore the ‘Green Island’ of Sao Miguel with hikes, dips into volcanic pools and strolls through the verdant landscape

8 days, from £1650 to £2600

From the Basque Country to Bordeaux - A Road Trip Along France’s Southwest Coast

Trade crowded icons for quiet charmers on this eight-day road trip along the tranquil shores of southwestern France

8 days, from £1700 to £2500

Giant Geysers & Glistening Glaciers - A Road Trip Through the Highlights of Iceland

Chart an epic course through the stunning landscapes of Iceland on this eight-day adventure from coast to coast

8 days, from £1800 to £2800

Perigord, Cantal and Aubrac - Road Trip Through the Heart of France

Embark on a week-long road trip across central France, journeying from Perigord into the heart of the Massif Central

8 days, from £1800 to £2400

From Sao Miguel to Lisbon - Adventure in the Azores and Culture in the Capital

Explore the very best of Sao Miguel – from caldera walks to dips in thermal springs – before discovering Lisbon with a local

9 days, from £2000 to £2750

Istrian Flavours & Adriatic Shores - Krk, Bale & Beyond

Hit the road on this 11-day journey from Krk to Zagreb, combining island coastlines, Istrian villages and Adriatic elegance

11 days, from £2050 to £2950

Corsica From Top to Tail - Oletta, Corte and Propriano

Discover the delightfully diverse landscapes of Corsica on this nine-day road trip from the north to the south of the island

9 days, from £2300 to £3100

The Very Best Of Laos

Receive a baci blessing as the sun sets over Luang Prabang

11 days, from £2590 to £4130

On the Edge of Canada - A Journey Through Newfoundland’s Wild Landscapes

Journey through Newfoundland, with the Atlantic Ocean on the horizon

16 days, from £2750 to £4500

From Quebec City to the Gaspe Peninsula - A Riverside Road Trip in Quebec

Hit the road for this 16-day road trip across Quebec, from the historic streets of Quebec City to the natural beauty of the Gaspe Peninsula

16 days, from £2750 to £4150

The Ultimate Corsican Road Trip - The Coast, the Mountains and the Capital

Discover the scenic and cultural highlights of Corsica on this epic two-week road trip around the island

13 days, from £2750 to £3300

Summer in Swedish Lapland - Midnight Sun, Saunas and Alpine Meadows

Take a summertime excursion through the most beautiful natural landscapes of Swedish Lapland, from the Gulf of Bothnia to Abisko National Park

11 days, from £3000 to £4000

Colonial Towns and Coastal Fun - The Grand Tour of Nova Scotia

Hop from bay to bay on the serene shores of Nova Scotia, enjoying coastal adventures and cultural insights along the way

16 days, from £3300 to £4300

A Journey Across Ladakh - Magnificent Monasteries, Sacred Valleys and Himalayan Peaks

Journey across the mountainous region of Ladakh, discovering majestic peaks, ancient monasteries and sacred sites

10 days, from £3350 to £4750

From Reykjavik to the Westfjords - The Grand Tour of Iceland

Immerse yourself in Iceland’s wild landscapes as you hit the road from the cosmopolitan capital, Reykjavik, to far-flung corners home to geothermal wonders and majestic volcanoes

17 days, from £3350 to £5000

Off The Beaten Track in Iceland - Wild Fjords, Whale Encounters & Geothermal Wonders

Dial up the adventure on an eight-day Icelandic road trip, packed with fjords, lava fields and geothermal wonders

8 days, from £3850 to £5000

Off-the-Beaten-Track in Japan - Majestic Mountains, Traditional Temples and Samurai Splendour

Unveil a more serene side of Japan on this 16-day sojourn in the lesser-known Tohoku region

16 days, from £3900 to £5800

Reconnect in Namibia - Discovering Remote Wildernesses, Ancient Rock Art and Remarkable Desert-Adapted Wildlife

Satisfy your cultural cravings on a city tour in Windhoek via the National Museum and a local craft centre

13 days, from £4365 to £6965

A Tour of Northern Vietnam - From Hanoi to Ha Giang

Soak up the contrast of Hanoi’s city streets, Ha Giang’s tiny villages and Ninh Binh’s vast landscapes on this two-week tour across Northern Vietnam

14 days, from £4500 to £5000

Escape to the Maldives - A Romantic Getaway for Two

Dial up the romance on this 11-day escape to the Maldives, packed with snorkelling, sun and seafood

11 days, from £4650 to £6000

From Argentina to Chile - Across the Andes, Northwest Argentina & the Atacama Desert

Combine the vibrant energy of contrasting capitals, Buenos Aires and Santiago, with freedom of the open road and vast Andean landscapes

15 days, from £4750 to £6150

Rainforest, Rugged Landscapes & Remote Islands - A Madagascar Wildlife Adventure

Embark on a night walk in the Mitsinjo Forest Reserve to see the area's nocturnal lemurs

20 days, from £6430 to £10260

Patagonia by Land & Sea - An Adventure across Argentina & Chile

Immerse yourself in culture and nature as you journey between Argentina and Chile’s capital cities and breathtaking Patagonian landscapes

18 days, from £6500 to £9700

Alaska in Summer - Exploring the Land of Glaciers and Bears

Wander the Alaskan wilderness and bask in its natural splendour during this far-flung fortnight in America’s largest state

15 days, from £6900 to £8850

A Classic Ugandan Safari

Visit Murchison Falls, the world's most powerful waterfall, on a boat safari

13 days, from £8745 to £13960

Five Valleys of Bhutan - The Amankora Journey

Travel across Bhutan from west to east, staying at five Amankora lodges set in forests, valleys and high Himalayan landscapes

14 days, from £9350 to £13000

Winter in Iceland - An Exclusive Getaway to Reykjavik and Deplar Farm

Escape winter’s doom and gloom with this luxurious eight-day Iceland adventure

8 days, from £12000 to £15600

A Journey Through Aboriginal Australia - Ancient Cultures, Outback Icons & Tropical Escapes

Delve into Australia’s Aboriginal heritage on a 17-day journey through cities, rainforest and the Outback

17 days, from £12150 to £15750

Game Drives, Bush Walks & Stunning Scenery - The Ultimate Zambian Safari

Uncover a variety of captivating creatures and natural wonders on this 15-day Zambian safari adventure

14 days, from £15450 to £20050

An Adventure to the Ends of the Earth - From Patagonia to Antarctica

Journey from Argentina and Chile to Antarctica on this epic 17-day adventure at the edge of the world

17 days, from £21800 to £28300

The Ultimate Antarctic Cruise - From the Falklands to the South Shetland Islands

Venture into the icy expanse of the Antarctic Peninsula on this epic 24-day expedition

24 days, from £22450 to £29150

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