Slow Travel

Inspiration for your own tailor-made trip

Slow Travel is all about swapping planes for trains, and exchanging four wheels for two (or even forgoing wheels all together in favour of your own two feet). It's about letting yourself sink into a wonderfully unhurried state of mind where each moment is deliberate, gentle and purposeful. The Original Travel definition of Slow Travel is travelling by modes of transport other than plane or car; such as train, horse, walking, biking, boating and more. When we're planning your trip, we can incorporate these zen-inspiring, slow-yourself-down modes of transport into your itinerary. At heart it's all about appreciating the surroundings as you go, and being at one with them, which you simply can't do when flying or driving, whether it be gently cruising down the Mekong River in Indochina or journeying through Peru's Sacred Valley aboard a scenic train to Machu Picchu. That's where our collection of slow travel holidays comes in, dedicated to putting the brakes on and slowing down in our fast-paced modern world. Because sometimes (excuse the cliché) it's as much about the journey as it is the destination.
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Turin and Piedmont - Flavours of an Unexplored Italy

Uncover a series of hidden gems on this six-day journey through a sleepy corner of northern Italy

6 days, from £1255 to £1735

Vineyards, Food and Frescoes - Italian Road Trip in Tuscany and Umbria

Hit the road for nine days of rolling countryside, medieval towns and authentic Italian cuisine between Tuscany and Umbria

9 days, from £1720 to £2605

Prague, Vienna and Budapest by Train - Explore Europe’s Historic Capitals

Soak in Prague’s views during a cruise on the Vltava River

8 days, from £1740 to £2350

Italy’s Southern Charm - A Road Trip Around Puglia

Soak up the southern charm of Puglia on this 12-day adventure winding through its idyllic landscapes

12 days, from £1800 to £2780

Escape to Sun-Baked Sicily - London to Italy by Train

Embrace slow travel on this nine-day rail adventure through Italy’s cities, coastlines and ancient wonders

9 days, from £1800 to £2900

Castles, Mountains and Mozart - Road Trip Through Germany and Austria

Crisscross along Alpine roads from Munich to Saltzburg

9 days, from £1825 to £2520

A Taste of Italy - Emilia-Romagna from Bologna to Padua

Embark on a nine-day Emilia-Romagna road trip, discovering historic cities, Renaissance art and culinary gems

9 days, from £1880 to £2780

Slow Travel Italian Style - London to Puglia by Train

Practice slow travel on this eight-day rail trip from trendy Milan to laid-back Lecce

8 days, from £1955 to £3120

The Treasures of Tuscany - Exploring Historic Cities & Hilltop Towns

Spend eight days soaking up classic Tuscany, blending art, landscapes and authentic Italian flavours

8 days, from £2005 to £3200

Secret Sardinia - Coast and Countryside in the Mediterranean

Experience the best of Sardinia’s coast and countryside, across four distinct yet equally enchanting locations

7 days, from £2035 to £2865

Slow Sicily - Ancient Monuments and Agrotourism

Relax and unwind with this 11-day meander through Sicily’s lush landscapes and charming historical sites

11 days, from £2035 to £2865

Horsing Around in Andalucia

Discover Andalucia on horseback

5 days, from £2055 to £3280

Culture and Cuisine in Puglia - A Scenic Road Trip from Fasano to Lecce

Embrace the laid-back beauty of southern Italy on this Puglian road trip through coast, countryside and culture

9 days, from £2170 to £2945

Scenic Norway - From Oslo to Trondheim by Train

Travel from Oslo to Trondheim by train to experience Norway’s picturesque fjords, rivers and mountains in a greener way

11 days, from £2250 to £3200

Islands and Volcanoes - Enchanting Landscapes in Sicily

Experience the rugged splendour of Sicily’s most dramatic landscapes on this eight-day island adventure

8 days, from £2345 to £3215

Mediterranean Gems - From the Rich History of Malta to the Iconic Sights of Sicily

Explore the cultural highlights of Malta and Sicily on a relaxed journey through history, cuisine and coastlines

10 days, from £2430 to £3880

Northern California Road Trip - From San Francisco to Napa Valley

Live the California dream on this 13-day road trip from stylish San Francisco to the beautiful Napa Valley

13 days, from £2740 to £4170

Alpine Adventure - London to Switzerland by Train

Travel through Switzerland’s scenic landscape by train.

10 days, from £2790 to £4400

European City Hopping Tour - London to Istanbul by Train

Embrace slow travel as you wind through Europe on scenic train journeys.

11 days, from £2790 to £4400

The Swiss Alps by Train - From Zurich to Milan

Discover a series of swoon-worthy views on this 12-day rail journey through the jewels of the Swiss Alps

12 days, from £2820 to £3735

In Search of Slowness - From Athens to the Aegean

Slip into a relaxed rhythm on this ten-day escape to iconic Athens and the picturesque island of Patmos

10 days, from £3100 to £4200

Uncovering Thailand's History

Stay in a floating hotel and experience life on the River Kwai while learning about the work of the WWII prisoners of war

15 days, from £3330 to £5310

Sri Lanka for the Soul - A Wellness Journey

Realign your mind and body while reconnecting with nature in the misty mountains of Sri Lanka

9 days, from £3690 to £5100

The Heart of Myanmar and Thailand

We regret that we are currently not selling trips to Myanmar. We hope for a swift resolution to the ongoing troubles so that we can once again help you discover this beautiful destination.

15 days, from £3750 to £5990

Family Ranching in the American West - Experience cowboy culture and the rhythms of ranch life

Live the cowboy life for 15 days on a family ranch holiday, with hands-on adventures and classic Western experiences

15 days, from £3960 to £6320

From Seattle to San Francisco - Road Trip Along USA’s West Coast

Gear up for 15 days of authentic American adventure as you road trip through the stunning scenery and charming cities of the West Coast

15 days, from £4230 to £6345

Epic Route 66 Road Trip - From Chicago to Los Angeles

Trace a century of cross-country travel on this epic 23-day road trip along the iconic passage of Route 66

23 days, from £4305 to £6000

From Head to Toe - A Cruise Through Egypt’s Past

Explore Egypt over 14 days, blending classic cultural sites with peaceful moments on the Nile

14 days, from £5000 to £7200

The Wilds of Ecuador and the Galapagos

Head deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon for a few days at an eco-lodge

12 days, from £5075 to £8100

From Buzzing Cities to Golden Coastlines - An Italian Rail Adventure from North to South

Embark on this epic 25-day train journey through Italy, city-hopping from the Alps to Sicily and back

25 days, from £5670 to £7500

Exclusive Caribbean Escape - Guana Island and a Private Catamaran Cruise

Unwind for four nights on Guana Island, an ultra-exclusive Caribbean island

10 days, from £5740 to £8260

Zambian Walking Safari

Get to know your dedicated walking guides over a sundowner at Nkwali Camp

12 days, from £6260 to £9995

Discovering Mozambique by Dhow

Swim, sunbathe and settle into Mozambique beach life on Ibo Island

14 days, from £6555 to £10470

Idyllic Islands and Underwater Adventures - A Cruise Across Raja Ampat

Sail, snorkel and soak up the sun on this two-week cruise through Raja Ampat

14 days, from £6750 to £8500

Journey from Singapore to Bangkok Aboard a Luxury Train

Vintage comfort and experience on Belmond's Eastern & Oriental Express train

10 days, from £7140 to £11400

A Scandinavian Sabbatical - Adventuring through Sweden, Norway and Iceland

Experience an Arctic adrenaline rush on this two-month adventure sabbatical through three iconic Nordic nations

55 days, from £29000 to £46315

Luxury Wellness Sabbatical in Asia - From the Indian Himalayas to the Forests of Japan

Escape the stresses of daily life and indulge in three blissful months of relaxation and rejuvenation on this epic wellness sabbatical in Asia

81 days, from £39400 to £62925

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