Some people have their favorite destination, the one they dream about all year because it means comfort, home, familiar habits, and vacations in beloved places filled with cherished memories. Others want to explore new destinations, choosing based on travel trends, the most popular places, and the world's most visited countries. Then, there are those who always seek out unique destinations, places unknown to most, off the beaten track, to experience travel as an adventure full of discovery and wonder.
This blog is primarily dedicated to the third category—but also to the others, because sometimes, even they might feel the desire to try something new. Yes, because— as we have often said in our other blogs, especially those dedicated to sustainability—choosing lesser-known destinations not only benefits our imagination and sense of adventure but also supports environmental and social sustainability. Opting for less "popular" journeys helps support areas less affected by mass tourism and reduces the footprint left by visitors in more crowded locations.
So here are some of our journeys to places you may never have considered for your next trip—or perhaps have never even heard of! It’s the perfect opportunity to awaken the explorer within you, plan future walking vacations filled with adventure, and fall in love with the charm of uncharted lands.
One of the lesser-known sections of the Via Francigena, yet among the most fascinating. This route takes you through the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines, offering a perfect mix of medieval villages, unspoiled nature, and breathtaking landscapes. Starting in Fidenza, home to a stunning Romanesque cathedral, the trail winds through gentle hills and ancient forests, passing through historic towns like Fornovo di Taro and Berceto. The journey ends in Pontremoli, the gateway to Lunigiana, a land of castles and centuries-old traditions, famous for its mysterious stone statues housed in the town’s medieval fortress, now a pilgrim hostel.
A little-known trek through the wild and authentic landscapes of mainland Greece. The Menalon Trail crosses the mountains of Arcadia, passing through spectacular gorges, lush forests, and ancient monasteries carved into the cliffs. Along the way, you’ll encounter stone-built villages where time seems to have stopped, such as Dimitsana and Stemnitsa, custodians of a rich history and traditions that are still alive today. This is a journey for true explorers, far from the usual tourist routes, offering a chance to discover a different Greece—one of silence, nature, and genuine hospitality.
A corner of Sicily that few people know, yet it holds extraordinary charm. The Madonie Mountains are a world of their own, with medieval hilltop villages, panoramic trails, and stunning natural beauty. The journey ends in Cefalù, where the view of the sea provides a perfect finale to an intense and authentic walk, surrounded by mountains and timeless traditions.
A land suspended between mountains and the sea, where nature blends with history and art. Montefeltro is a borderland, made up of rolling hills, lush forests, and villages that tell stories of noble families and ancient grandeur. Walking along its trails, you’ll come across fortresses and castles like San Leo and Pennabilli, while the landscape offers sweeping views from the Apennines to the Adriatic coast.
A journey for true adventurers, through one of Europe’s most remote and fascinating regions. The Albanian Alps offer spectacular scenery with towering peaks, green valleys, and isolated villages where time seems to stand still. Here, hospitality is sacred, and every stop is an opportunity to share stories and traditions over a warm meal.
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