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Travel in September

The chance for a summer holiday isn’t over yet - with the kids back at school, take advantage of the lower prices and crowd-free destinations. If you’re looking to absorb some last rays of sunshine before winter, head for Croatia, Madeira or Bulgaria. Or enjoy the change of the seasons in Canada’s laid-back Vancouver. Meanwhile, Peru is just coming into season with perfect trekking weather. Things are happening in Poland too, with the ‘Golden Autumn’ the perfect backdrop to Warsaw’s prominent music festival. September can offer ideal weather for sightseeing – get your fix with a short break in beautiful Bruges.

Madeira

What a wonderful time to visit Madeira , the beautiful Portuguese island in the Atlantic. The weather is at its best in September and the countryside is looking stunning, yet the crowds have dispersed. There are also some lively wine festivals worth seeking out in Funchal and Estreito de Câmara de Lobos.
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Vancouver

Enjoy the clear, mild September weather in Vancouver and watch the trees begin to change towards their famous fall colours. The city is one of the world’s best adventure playgrounds with its unique mix of sea and ski lifestyles. September is full of plenty of exciting events as well, including two of the city’s most popular events - the Vancouver International Fringe Festival, and the Vancouver International Film Festival.
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Bulgaria

September is perhaps the best month to visit Bulgaria, with good hiking weather, beautiful autumnal scenery and a chance to catch some last summer sunshine on the Black Sea beaches. Bulgaria hosts a bewildering array of musical, religious, and folkloric events throughout the year, and September is no exception. Pick the best time to book your Bulgarian adventure with our range of guides.
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Peru

Peru is just coming into season with good, dry and mild weather – perfect for trekking those famous trails – all the main walking routes will be open now. It also means the rainforests are good for exploration and wildlife watching. Or why not take part in an adrenalin-soaring activity such as white-water rafting… Get inspired with our range of Peru guides, books and maps.
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Bruges

Bruges offers the perfect city break with its compact centre of cobbled streets and canals lined with Gothic, Romanesque and Renaissance façades, museums, shops and restaurants. Climb the Unesco-listed 13th-century belfry in the main central Markt; visit Choco-Story, Belgium's best chocolate museum; tour a brewery, or simply sample some beers in one of the attractive pavement café-bars – it’s still warm in Bruges well into September, with an average temperature of 19˚C (66˚F).
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Norfolk

Norfolk’s endless horizons are especially stunning in September, and being exceptionally quiet after the summer crowds have disappeared, you can make the perfect escape. Stride out along sweeping beaches such as those at Holkham Bay, Happisburgh and Winterton-on-Sea, then tuck into locally caught fish and seafood in shabby-chic cafés or historic pubs. Meanwhile, with the tendency for a hot and breezy Indian summer in East Anglia at this time of year, it makes for ideal sailing conditions on the Broads.
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Bolivia

September is one of the most comfortable months for travel in Bolivia, with clear days and dry weather, meaning overland travel is fully possible. Feel like you’re on a different planet on the blinding-white salt flats of Salar de Uyuni, glide across the serene Lake Titicaca on a reed boat, get dizzy in La Paz – the world’s highest altitude capital city, or head to The Corilleras and Yungas for adventures where the Amazonian jungle and the peaks of the Andes meet.
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Poland

Enjoy the Golden Autumn that Poland experiences - with the sun glowing and the trees different shades of orange and rust, it makes a perfect time to go hiking in the countryside or wander the vibrant cities. Don't miss the Warsaw Autumn International Festival of Contemporary Music, held during September and offering the chance to hear new works by major Polish composers.
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Greece

September is the month for emptier beaches, balmy temperatures and lower prices in Greece. Island-hop in the stunning Cyclades with their picturesque whitewashed buildings and blue-domed churches. Explore the culture-rich cities of Athens and Thessaloniki, with ancient remains to visit and sophisticated nightlife. Hike up awe-inspiring Mount Olympus, Greece’s highest mountain, covered with wildlife and plant species. Dive into a dreamlike crystalline sea.
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Croatia

September is perhaps the best month in Croatia – the sea and weather are warm but the summer crowds have disappeared and prices come down. Venture out of Dubrovnik and explore the stunning Plitvice Lakes National Park with its maze of paths leading around 16 turquoise lakes and waterfalls. Or hop around the dramatic Kornati Islands – 147 mostly uninhabited islands and reefs. Back on land, head to tiny Trogir for Romanesque and Renaissance architecture or to Zadar for Roman ruins and the extraordinary Sea Organ – one of the most breath-taking sights – and sounds – you’ll find…
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Northern Spain

Make a trip to northern Spain in September while the weather is still mild and dry – fantastic for hiking, cycling or touring the region’s architecture. Walk or climb in the Picos de Europa, one of Spain’s most spectacular mountain ranges; take a pilgrimage to the historic and fascinating Galician city of Santiago de Compostela; or visit the ancient city of Bilbao in the Basque Country, with its many museums, including its star attraction – the abstract Museo Guggenheim.
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Singapore

Go to Singapore in September and you’ll catch the world’s only formula 1 night race, held on the scenic street circuit around Marina Bay. There are plenty of festivals going on too – on the night of full moon the Mooncake Festival is celebrated, plus the Hindu festival of Nine Nights when it’s a great opportunity to see traditional Indian dancing and singing at the city’s temples.
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