The Secret Series

Inspiration for your own tailor-made trip

We’ve made it our mission to tackle the scourge of ‘overtourism’, where too many tourists descend on too few destinations, in the process risking what made these precious places so special in the first place. The good news is that we have the antidote: finding, and promoting, alternative destinations with just as much wow factor, but that fly under the radar. Introducing the Secret Series, a portfolio of hidden gems in some of the world’s classic destinations, but which receive a fraction of the tourism traffic. While we understand the urge to break new ground and visit pristine corners of the globe in untouched countries, the classic destinations are classics for a reason, so well worth deeper and wider exploration. After all, Italy is still Italy – same heritage, same food, same gorgeous scenery – a couple of hours away from the Amalfi Coast, but minus the high season gridlock. To access many of these Secret Series spots you often even fly to the same airport and just head off in the opposite direction from the holiday hot spots. When you arrive at your hidden haven, feeling ever so slightly smug, you may only find a few canny locals luxuriating in tourist-free virgin territory.
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Haute cuisine in Hauts-de-France - A Luxurious Long Weekend in Northern France

Enjoy a long weekend in France’s lesser-visited Hauts-de-France region

4 days, from £1020 to £1390

Seaside Towns and Succulent Seafood - A Big Short Break in Northern Brittany

Travel from Trébeurden to Saint-Malo, soaking in the fresh sea breeze of the Breton coast

5 days, from £1255 to £2345

Turin and Piedmont - Flavours of an Unexplored Italy

Explore Turin's elegant boulevards and Baroque landmarks with a private guide

6 days, from £1255 to £1735

Medieval Towns & Traditional Wineries - A Journey Through Rural Portugal

Stay in a collection of beautiful medieval towns nestled in the Portuguese hinterland

11 days, from £1260 to £2200

Canary Islands Combo - Tenerife and La Gomera

Combine popular Tenerife with the wild, unspoilt nature of La Gomera, taking refuge each night in charming hideaways

11 days, from £1330 to £2260

Charming Landscapes and Regional Flavours - Emilia-Romagna, Tuscany and Liguria by Car

Explore Bologna and Florence with a private guide

9 days, from £1330 to £2085

Tangier, Chefchaouen, Asilah - Road Trip Through the Morocco of Artists

Enjoy freedom and flexibility as you explore Morocco’s seaside, mountains and cultural spots with your own car

7 days, from £1330 to £2000

Florence to Rome by Train - A Fun Family Getaway

Take child-friendly guided tours around Florence and Rome

8 days, from £1410 to £1910

Beaches & Berber Villages - Road Trip Through Morocco’s Rural South

Venture off the beaten track as you drive from the beaches of the Atlantic to the Berber villages of the Anti-Atlas

9 days, from £1565 to £2260

Rest and Rejuvenate in Nature - A Four-Day Wellness Holiday in the Dolomites

Enjoy a pampering spa treatment at one of the best spas in Italy

4 days, from £1625 to £2590

A Tale of Two Canary Islands - Tenerife and El Hierro

Discover the lush natural heritage of two islands in the Canaries: Tenerife and El Hierro

11 days, from £1645 to £2260

The Best of Central Spain’s Medieval Heritage - A Road Trip Through Castile

Discover the finest royal sites of central Spain, from the Prado Museum to the Alcázar of Segovia

11 days, from £1800 to £2430

Island Hopping on the Dodecanese - From the Palaces of Rhodes to the Beaches of Symi

Discover two sides of the Dodecanese Archipelago: the art and architecture of Rhodes and the beaches, villages and vineyards of Symi and Lindos

9 days, from £1955 to £2695

From the Mountains to the Coast - A Family Getaway to Southern Corsica

Discover the scenic and cultural delights of the rugged hinterland, including a guided hike in the Bavella massif

8 days, from £1960 to £2695

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

From Périgord to the Massif Central, discover the natural wonders of south-central France

8 days, from £1960 to £2605

Secrets of the Cyclades - Island Hopping from Sifnos to Milos

Discover two islands brimming with Mediterranean lifestyle and island romance

12 days, from £2010 to £3125

Vultures and Vineyards - A Wildlife Watching Trip to Portugal

Accompanied by a local wildlife photographer, enjoy a 4x4 safari in Faia Brava National Park

6 days, from £2015 to £3215

Explore the Azores Archipelago - the Footprints of Atlantis

Island hop across no fewer than four islands to see the full range of Azorean landscapes

12 days, from £2170 to £3395

Secret Cyclades - Sun, Sea and Sailing in Tinos and Andros

Set sail for two of the Cyclades's little-known islands: Tinos and Andros

9 days, from £2190 to £3040

The Wild Isle - An Off-Season Escape to Corsica

Discover the wild beauty of the snow-capped Corsican hinterland on a snowshoe adventure

7 days, from £2195 to £3040

Galicia and Asturias - Seafood and Sightseeing Road Trip in North-West Spain

Experience the breath-taking Picos de Europa National Park

13 days, from £2270 to £3040

Hilltop Hikes and Wildlife Watching in Italy's Hinterland

Accompanied by a local guide, set off on wildlife watching excursions into Abruzzo National Park

8 days, from £2320 to £3700

Call of the Wild - A Yukon Adventure

Paddle along the Yukon River

12 days, from £2375 to £3790

Western Cape Road Trip

City life in cultural Cape Town

12 days, from £2400 to £3825

Beaches, Palaces and Mandarin Trees - A Greek Getaway to Chios and Rhodes

Experience the different landscapes of Greece, from the fruit orchards of Chios to the ancient sites of Rhodes, with plenty of dips in the Aegean Sea in between

13 days, from £2505 to £3475

The Magic of Morocco’s South - Palm Groves, Desert and Ksour with a Private Driver

Swim in the salty pools of the Attiq Waterfalls

10 days, from £2505 to £3215

Cairo, Alexandria and a Desert Oasis - The Hidden Gems of Northern Egypt

Follow in the footsteps of a clued-up resident guide in Cairo to see the city through the lens of a local

6 days, from £2520 to £3390

Campania and Basilicata - The Secrets of Italy’s South

Enjoy the best views on the Amalfi coast in Ravello

8 days, from £2740 to £3390

Corsica from North to South - Mountains, Sea & Delectable Cuisine

From the mountains to the sea, from Cap Corse to Bonifacio, embark on a great journey for an authentic and delicious experience of Corsica

15 days, from £2815 to £3840

Sand Dunes, Sunny Strolls & City Sights - A Romantic Escape in Southern Portugal

Gallop along deserted sandy beaches and roam the dunes of Sado Estuary Nature Reserve, led by your riding instructor

11 days, from £2965 to £4730

State Parks and Scenic Drives - Family Road Trip Through the American West

Discover the vast and varied natural wonders and scenic routes of Utah and the American West

14 days, from £3055 to £4520

Norwegian Island-Hopping Adventure - Exploring Senja and Vesteralen

Spot magnificent marine mammals on a whale-watching safari in Bleik Canyon

14 days, from £3200 to £4600

A Rural Road Trip from Lisbon to the Alentejo, Staying in Boutique Hotels

After the sweetness of Lisbon, enjoy the Alentejo, the scent of the scrubland and the ocean, and the wild beaches of the Serra d'Arrabida

9 days, from £3245 to £5180

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

An Intro to Karnataka - Goa, Hampi & Mysore

Welcome to southern India with its purple villages and Dravidian temples

12 days, from £3460 to £4820

Ashrams and Ancient Cities - A Cultural Journey Through Gujarat

Discover the little-known and untouched northwestern region of Gujarat with a private driver-guide throughout

12 days, from £3520 to £4605

Cycladic Luxury in Sifnos and Santorini

Discover these two islands, set in the world's bluest sea, which sum up the splendour and authenticity of the Cyclades

8 days, from £3540 to £5180

Off the Beaten Track in Coastal Florida - Beaches, Barrier Islands and Historic Towns

Hop between Florida’s charming coast and historic towns

14 days, from £3680 to £5565

Alternative Indonesia - Bali and Sumba in Luxury

Explore off the beaten track on the West Coast of Bali during a hike with an expert local guide along the banks of the Yeh Abe river

13 days, from £3920 to £6265

Highlands, Glaciers and Volcanic Deserts - A Wild Iceland Road Trip

See geysers shoot water into the air in a 10,000-year-old ice field

15 days, from £3960 to £5200

Iconic Sites and Hidden Delights - A Road Trip Through Jordan

Tick off the highlights of Jordan as well as discovering exceptional secret spots off the beaten track

13 days, from £3990 to £5130

Explore Eastern Turkey - Discovering Ancient Sites, Sunken Cities and Magnificent Mosques

Discover Istanbul with a clued-up local resident

12 days, from £4000 to £5700

Brazil's Gold Route

Explore Rio de Janeiro with an in-the-know private guide

12 days, from £4010 to £6405

West Coast Family Road Trip - Exploring France’s Atlantic Coast from North to South

Spend the sunny summer months soaking in the highlights of the French Coast, from Normandy to Provence

19 days, from £4070 to £5305

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

Visit the fabulous Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle

15 days, from £4230 to £6345

Offbeat Brazil

Jam with a famous Brazilian percussionist in Salvador da Bahia

15 days, from £4605 to £7350

An Exclusive Skeleton Coast Flying Safari

Hop in and out of light aircraft as you travel up the Skeleton Coast in style

6 days, from £5535 to £8830

Kyushu in Style

Sample some fantastic Japanese cuisine and lively nightlife in Fukuoka

13 days, from £6325 to £10100

Southern Safari Circuit

Remember what a tough life you lead while lying in a hammock on the Swahili Coast - oh and then again on a deserted Zanzibar beach...!

16 days, from £6795 to £10845

Hokkaido in Style

Look down on twinkling Hakodate from the top of Mount Hakodate at dusk

13 days, from £7370 to £11765

Off the Beaten Track in Tanzania - Nyerere Park and Private Island Paradise

Combine secluded savannah and unspoiled coast on this adventurous getaway to Tanzania

9 days, from £8300 to £11000

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