Great deals from classical Italy and the Dalmatian Coast to South Africa and Sri Lanka
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Late summer and early autumn can be the perfect time to take a break, avoiding the crowds and heat of high season, but there should still be plenty of sunshine for sightseeing and alfresco dining. This week we’ve picked some of our favourites deals on August, September and October departures whether you want to explore Italy’s Renaissance treasures or see wonderful wildlife in Sri Lanka or Botswana. Where will you choose?

The discounts highlighted below in italics are included in the prices shown.

The Guardian Holidays team

 

A different Roman holiday

Novelist Conn Iggulden on the city’s lesser-known wonders

Novelist Conn Iggulden on the city’s lesser-known wonders
The bestselling historical fiction writer, whose new book, Nero, is out now, urges visitors to the Eternal City to make time for the quieter pleasures on offer around its seven hills.

Classical Italy - save up to £100pp

Classical Italy - save up to £100pp
Explore Renaissance marvels in Siena and Florence, including the Uffizi gallery, plus the beautiful scenery of Tuscany and the sights of Rome.
Save £100pp 20 Sep 24.

 

Hidden idylls and stunning sunsets

Late summer breaks in Europe, chosen by readers

Late summer breaks in Europe, chosen by readers
From the archives: Beautiful beaches in the soft light figure strongly in our tipsters’ picks of sunny late summer and autumn getaways.

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Save up to £500 per person

Victoria Falls, Botswana safari and Cape Town<br>– save up to £500pp

Victoria Falls, Botswana safari and Cape Town
– save up to £500pp

Combine wonderful wildlife encounters in Botswana with a tour of South Africa’s winelands, Cape Town and Cape Point. Save £500pp 1 Oct 24, save £300pp 5 Nov 24.

Dubrovnik, Montenegro and the Dalmatian Coast - save up to 15%

Dubrovnik, Montenegro and the Dalmatian Coast - save up to 15%
This classic tour is a wonderful combination of coastal beauty, natural wonders and fascinating historic highlights.
Book by 31 Jul 24 to save up to 15%.

Discover Sri Lanka<br>- save up to £200pp

Discover Sri Lanka
- save up to £200pp

This small island is full of variety from amazing wildlife to ancient Buddhist temples, palm fringed beaches to picturesque hill towns. Save £100pp
5 Oct 24
. Plus save an extra £100pp.

Hidden Portugal - save up to 15%

Hidden Portugal - save up to 15%
See a different side of Portugal with tours of beautiful Porto, the lush Minho region and the Costa Verde. Book by 31 Jul 24 to save up to 15%.

 

Trip of the week

Highlights of Turkey - save up to £310pp

Highlights of Turkey - save up to £310pp

Discover Unesco World Heritage sites in Ephesus and Aspendos, natural wonders in Pamukkale and Cappadocia, explore Istanbul and relax on the Aegean Coast on this wonderful small group tour.

Save £210pp 17 Aug 24, save £110pp 14 Sep 24 and 28 Sep 24. Plus save an extra £100pp on all departures when you quote 24GUA100.

 
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