Our Popular Experiences

At Not In The Guidebooks, we promote hundreds of responsible, authentic travel experiences across the globe with dozens of individual local hosts. Whilst this means our customers have a world of choice at their fingertips, it can also be challenging to know where to start on your adventure with us.

That’s why we’ve curated this collection of travel packages and experiences that have, so far, stood out from the crowd. From wildlife adventures in Costa Rica to cooking holidays in Italy, surf experiences in Portugal to family holidays in Lapland, these are the trips where our guests have returned most blown away by their time with us.

For those just browsing our site and looking for inspiration, this is the perfect place to start…

Our Most Popular Experience

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What is Not in the Guidebooks?

What is Not in the Guidebooks?

We source the best authentic, local experiences

Our local hosts have curated the best itineraries that provide you with the most enriching experiences you can have in their specific destination. You’ll be able to explore the country and places that most tourists don’t see. You will find hidden gems and activities that really spark your curiosity.

We are a global cooperative of the best local operators

Our local partners have all been working in the industry for long enough to become leading providers of experiential travel, so you know you’re in safe hands whenever you travel with us. All our experiences support local communities, wildlife and the environment by always using locally run and sustainable businesses where possible.

What makes us different?

What makes us different?

Build your own itineraries and experiences.

With Not in the Guidebooks you’re able to craft and personalise your own itineraries so ensure that everything you do on your trip is something that interests you and excites you. Our local hosts are keen to ensure that you get the most out of your trip, so just ask us about a tailormade booking!

Book with complete confidence from start to finish

We are fully ABTA bonded so you know you can book with us in confidence. Our Secure payment system & 24/7 emergency support means that we’re always just a phone call away should you need anything, big or small.

Bucket List Experiences

Discover the travel experiences you've always wanted to do - and more that you'll soon be adding to your bucket list...

Bucket List Experiences

Foodie Holidays

For us, cuisine is an absolutely essential part of culture. Discover foodie holidays with NITGB and deep-dive into authentic cuisine.

Foodie Holidays

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