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Best quiet destinations
For when the point is that nothing happens.
12 destinations across 4 regions.
Africa
Asia
Bhutan
Tiger's Nest Monastery on 3,000-foot cliff, Punakha Dzong, ema datshi dish
Budget day from US$115 · Best Mar–May, Sep–Nov
Laos
Luang Prabang monks at dawn, Mekong slow boat, karst peaks, That Luang stupa
Budget day from ₭ 630,000 · Best Nov–Mar
Europe
Cyprus
Petra tou Romiou Aphrodite rock, Paphos mosaics, Troodos monasteries, divided Nicosia, sea turtles
Budget day from €88 · Best Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
Estonia
Tallinn's Gothic Old Town, Lahemaa bogs, smoked Baltic sprat, and spa farms.
Budget day from €73 · Best May–Sep
Finland
Aurora borealis over Lapland, smoke saunas, husky sledding in Rovaniemi
Budget day from €115 · Best Dec–Feb, Jun–Aug
Hallstatt
Alpine houses on a lake, ancient salt mine, and pan-seared Reinanke.
Budget day from €105 · Best May–Sep
Lefkada
Limestone cliffs of Porto Katsiki and flavorful lentils from Eglouvi.
Budget day from €85 · Best May–Sep
Norway
Geirangerfjord, Trolltunga, northern lights in Tromsø, Lofoten Islands peaks
Budget day from NOK 1,450 · Best Dec–Feb, Jun–Aug
Plitvice Lakes
Sixteen terraced turquoise lakes and traditional peka slow-cooked meat.
Budget day from €90 · Best May–Jun, Sep–Oct
Sweden
Stockholm archipelago islands, Lapland northern lights, famous Icehotel
Budget day from SEK 1,050 · Best Dec–Jan, Jun–Aug
South America
Quiet, low-key stays: COMO
Other ways to choose
When to go, and for how long
The best months come from measured weather data rather than a general impression, and the suggested length is the sweet spot we found for each place. Every row links to a full guide with what to see, where to stay and what to book.
| Destination | Best months | How long | Suits | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botswana | June–October | couples, honeymoon, photography | Higher-end | |
| Bhutan | March–May, September–November | couples, solo, photography | Higher-end | |
| Laos | November–March | solo, couples, backpackers | Budget-friendly | |
| Cyprus | April–June, September–October | couples, families, older-travellers | Mid-range | |
| Estonia | May–September | couples, solo, photography | Mid-range | |
| Finland | June–August, December–February | couples, solo, photography | Higher-end | |
| Hallstatt | May–June, September–October | couples, first-timers, honeymoon | Higher-end | |
| Lefkada | May–September | couples, friends, first-timers | Mid-range | |
| Norway | June–August, December–February | couples, photography, solo | Higher-end | |
| Plitvice Lakes | May–September | couples, families, solo | Mid-range | |
| Sweden | June–August, December–January | couples, solo, photography | Higher-end | |
| Uruguay | December–March | couples, solo, older-travellers | Mid-range |
Not sure which of these fits your dates and budget? Tell Tony and he will build the whole trip around them.