2026 diary
Prices include guiding, stays, breakfasts, and the awkward logistics. Flights are listed separately so you can use miles or a cheap Tuesday.
Portugal · 7 nights
A city week with one proper hike. Alfama at a civilised hour, a day among the limestone coves west of Setúbal, and a cooking afternoon in a palácio kitchen that has seen better centuries and better tomatoes.
Japan · 9 nights
Kenroku-en before the tour buses, a night in a cedar-scented inn, and coastal villages still rebuilding their rhythm. We eat what the boats brought that morning and leave the bullet train for the way home.
Georgia · 8 nights
Sulphur baths, courtyard wine, and a northbound day if the pass is open. Evenings run long. Vegetarian plates are not an afterthought.
Iceland · 6 nights
A compact loop for people who want weather more than waterfalls-on-a-timer. We walk headlands, read in cafés when the wind wins, and keep the coach days short.