September
September exhales. Harvest colors flare, crowds thin, and the year tilts toward calm. Coastlines, forests, and markets feel quieter, richer, slower. It’s still warm, but a month for reflection and wandering lanes, for late-season seas, highland trails, and vineyards. Travel moves with ease, curiosity, and the gentle, lingering pleasure of early autumn.
These curated travel ideas are designed to ignite your wanderlust. Discover the experiences selected to get your mind racing about where to travel this month. Book a call for further inspiration, expert guidance, a tailored itinerary, and insider advice.
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Bordeaux, France
September marks grape harvest season in Bordeaux - ban des vendanges. Visit prestigious châteaux for private tastings and witness the Saint-Émilion Harvest Festival, where locals in crimson robes parade through cobbled streets by torchlight, followed by music and fireworks. Stay in luxury wine estates or boutique hotels in Bordeaux’s UNESCO-listed old town, exploring grand Gothic architecture, riverside markets, and a dining scene that ranges from creative bistros to Michelin-starred restaurants. An elegant getaway, steeped in tradition.
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The Amalfi Coast, Italy
In September, the Amalfi Coast exhales. The crowds drift away, the sea remains warm from summer’s sun, and soft light paints the cliffs in gold. Spend slow days sailing between Capri, Positano, and Ravello, swimming in hidden coves and dining on terraces overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. Join local chefs for hands-on cooking classes, visit family-run farms where mozzarella is still made by hand, and explore Pompeii or Paestum with an expert guide. Stay in luxury Amalfi Coast hotels, surrounded by lemon groves and sea views that go on forever. Golden light, gentle seas, and Italian style at its most serene.
Croatia
As summer softens, Croatia in September offers calm seas, golden light, and space to explore in peace. Sail between the Dalmatian Islands, from Hvar’s lively harbours to Vis’s quiet coves, on a private yacht charter. In Split, Roman ruins weave through the city’s everyday life, while Dubrovnik’s towering medieval walls rise above the glimmering Adriatic. Inland, discover timeless villages, olive groves, and national parks rich with waterfalls and forested trails. With warm, crystalline waters and cooler evenings, it’s a seamless blend of culture, coast, and natural beauty.
The Dolomites, Italy
September brings perfect hiking weather to the Dolomites, when alpine trails are peaceful and the light turns golden. With expert guides, follow scenic paths through meadows and forests framed by dramatic limestone peaks. Stay in luxury spa hotels or elegant mountain lodges, unwind in panoramic saunas, and dine on refined Italian–Austrian alpine cuisine. Explore charming villages such as Ortisei, known for its wood-carved chalets and pastel-hued Tyrolean architecture. The Dolomites are serene, spectacular, and made for those who live and breathe the mountains - in style.
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Ibiza, Spain
Late summer is the perfect time to experience Ibiza - the island glows in golden light and the pace softens. Spend lazy days on secluded beaches, swimming in quiet coves or relaxing in luxury fincas set amid olive groves in the island’s bohemian interior. Charter a private yacht to nearby Formentera for white sand and crystal-clear waters, before returning for sundowners overlooking the sea. As night falls, dine at exceptionally stylish restaurants, then dance beneath the stars at Ibiza’s legendary closing parties. From secluded beaches to iconic closing parties, Ibiza in September blends energy and elegance - a unique Mediterranean getaway.
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Montenegro
Emerging as a standout European destination, Montenegro in September blends mountain majesty with coastal calm. Sail the Bay of Kotor by private boat, visit the island chapel of Our Lady of the Rocks, and hike with expert guides through Durmitor National Park. Stay in luxury hotels overlooking mirror-still waters, and explore Venetian towns, vineyard estates, and quiet Adriatic beaches. After the summer crowds fade, Montenegro reveals its rugged landscapes, historic charm, and understated elegance - a destination for those who value discovery, adventure, and refined style.