The Handwritten Collection
Every journey begins
with a little curiosity.
Places that stay with you. People who bring them to life. Discover a few starting points for a journey that is entirely your own.
PLAN YOUR TRIP ↗EXPLORE OUR TRAVEL IDEAS ↓How it works
From your first idea to your next adventure
1. Get in touch
Tell us where you dream of going and how you like to travel. We’ll get to know each other, explore your ideas and discover what would make this journey yours.
Let’s start a conversation ↗2. We design
We shape your itinerary and take care of the details, from thoughtfully chosen stays to transfers and memorable experiences. Everything comes together in a clear, personal travel plan.
3. We’re here while you travel
Set off with everything in place and the freedom to enjoy the moment. Our team is here for you throughout your journey, with personal support whenever you need us.
The way we love to travel
Closer to places.
Further from the crowds.
We love journeys that go beyond the usual routes. A quieter corner, a local introduction, time to linger. We look for the character of a place and shape each trip around what draws you to it.
Beyond the obvious
We love the great sights, and the discoveries between them. A different time of day, a quieter route or a village you might otherwise pass by can change the way you experience a place.
People make the place
A conversation with a maker. A recipe shared around a table. A walk with someone who calls this place home. These are the encounters we love to weave into your journey.
Less rush. More connection.
We believe a place deserves more than a quick stop. Thoughtful routes and time to explore let you settle into its rhythm, follow your curiosity and enjoy being there.
Ideas for your tailor-made journey
Where will your curiosity take you?
A little inspiration, a world of possibilities. Every journey we design begins with you: your interests, your dates and the way you love to travel.
SMALL GROUPItaly · Small-group journey
Sardinia Small Group
Cagliari, Carloforte, Ogliastra and Gallura, with a dedicated host, local encounters and private boat excursions.
9 nights / 10 days · €4,300 per person
PRIVATE JOURNEYSardinia · Slow living & local traditions
Longevity Sardinia
Village life, woodland walks, seasonal food and the shores of Ogliastra. Seven unhurried days, privately designed around you.
6 nights / 7 days · From €5,000 per person
- Spring
- Autumn
PRIVATE JOURNEYBritain · Coast, culture & countryside
London, Cornwall & Wales
From London to Cornish harbours, Welsh mountains, Manchester and Edinburgh: a private journey across Britain.
12 nights / 13 days · From €6,000 per person
SAFARI & SEASouthern Africa · Private journey
South Africa & Mozambique
Four safari nights in Sabi Sand, a pause in Johannesburg and seven nights on Benguerra Island. From the bush to the Indian Ocean, beautifully unhurried.
12 nights / 13 days · Price on request
Ireland · Golf & extraordinary moments
Ryder Cup 2027
Three experiences combining Ryder Cup admission, two tee times, private transfers and four nights in a 4-star hotel.
4 nights / 5 days · From €3,380 per person
Italy · Food, wine & island life
Sardinia Uncovered
Boutique stays, coastal roads and local flavours, on a private journey through Sardinia from Cagliari to Gallura.
9 nights / 10 days · From €6,000 per person
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
Britain · Culture & landscapes
Wales & Scotland
Castles, Highland landscapes and island stories, on a journey shaped around you.
13 nights / 14 days · From €8,000 per person
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
Spain · Extraordinary moments
Eclipse in Spain
An extraordinary moment in the sky, paired with Spanish culture, regional food and thoughtfully chosen stays.
Explore the eclipse ↗
Italy · Food & village life
Puglia, Slowly
Whitewashed villages, olive groves and long countryside lunches, with a characterful masseria to call home.
Design this journey ↗Let these journeys spark an idea. Your trip can take a completely different direction, with destinations, routes, stays and experiences designed around you. Dates, availability and pricing are confirmed in your personal proposal.
Your travel designers
A personal journey.
A personal connection.
We’re Laura and Mirella, the travel designers behind Handwritten Travel. We take the time to understand your ideas, your interests and the way you like to travel.
You work directly with us to shape your itinerary, refine the details and create a journey that feels personal from beginning to end.
Let’s start a conversation ↗REVIEWS FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
Journeys remembered. Stories shared.
The trips we have designed: what our customers say about us
Best of Ireland and Scotland 14 days
What an incredible trip. The attention to detail in planning the trip made the difference in creating an exceptional trip. The team is incredible and we could not be happier with our trip to Ireland and Scotland
Cheryl S
September 27, 2026
London Journey After Scotland
We had a great tour with a wonderful guide (Dafydd Phillips) and wonderful accommodations at the St. James Court Hotel.
Mary Ann S
September 7, 2026
Private Trip to Sicily
The team did a fabulous job setting the itinerary, arranging the hotels, guides, and as many meals as we wanted arranged. Moreover, they were by our side when the inevitable changes were necessary. We loved the trip and would highly recommend the team to help arrange future trips to the Island.
Charles F
May 27, 2026
Private Trip to Amsterdam, Sicily and Sardinia
Our trip was fantastic. The team did a great job. The tours and trips that they arranged were outstanding. We would definitely use again!
Michael D
June 22, 2026
Private Trip to Amsterdam
My husband and I had a wonderful few days in Amsterdam. Mirella created the perfect itinerary for us and her team was available throughout our stay if we had any issues. Our flight was delayed a day and her team was able to make last minute adjustments at no extra cost so we didn't miss out on any scheduled tours. The hotel was very charming, in an excellent location with a very good breakfast. Our tour guides were top notch. We highly recommend the agency for travel to the Netherlands.
Nancy K
November 1, 2025
Your Trip to Scotland & Ireland
We had a wonderful time. The tour guides/drivers were fantastic. The hotels were all great Everything went very smoothly. We liked that we were in constant communication through the What’sApp. Thank you to Mirella for choosing the itinerary. It was exactly what we were looking for!
Sue H
June 11, 2025
BALANCE Private Trip to Germany
This trip took a great deal of planning and we feel the team worked very closely with us to ensure we achieved our objectives. The communication and support from Mirella was excellent. The communication and caring during the trip was excellent. Any question or hiccup was addressed. We were quite pleased with our hotels both in terms of location and appearance and the guides were very good to excellent. The guides were well prepared and knowledgeable. The transportation details worked out very well. The drivers were excellent and helpful in all locations. In summary we were very pleased and would use the agency again.
Lloyd L
August 26, 2026
Cycling Tour in Sardinia
Outstanding transfers! Very good hotels in Milan and Rome! Location of the hotels were excellent!
Robert P
June 5, 2026
Wales and Scotland Private Trip
Our trip to Wales, Liverpool and Scotland was great. The team compiled a super itinerary based on our requests and the help desk and most of the tour guides and transfer companies communicated proactively throughout the trip giving us good peace of mind as we transitioned across locations. The only issue we experienced is not noticing a transfer was missing in our original itinerary which then required a change order and costly addition, when perhaps we could have just been advised on a local cab company. Every tour guide that was chosen for us was wonderful, particularly John in Wales/ Snowdonia, Ryan to the Isle of Skye and Maureen in Orkney. These locations were tremendous.
Alice D
May 28, 2026
Family Trip to the UK Easter
The trip and staff were great. We made memories for a lifetime. 🙂
Diana J
April 16, 2026
Private Trip to Italy
Our sister trip to Rome was absolutely unforgettable, and we have the team to thank for it! From the very first conversation, they listened closely to what we wanted and created a perfectly customized itinerary that matched our interests, our pace, and our personalities.
A special thank-you to Mirella, who went above and beyond to help us shape the trip of our dreams. She was patient, thoughtful, and incredibly knowledgeable about Rome. Every detail felt tailored just for us.
We loved having a private driver, which made getting around the city effortless and stress-free. The golf cart tour was one of our favorite experiences—such a fun, unique way to explore Rome’s hills, fountains, and viewpoints. And the wine tasting they arranged was outstanding: intimate, authentic, and full of delicious surprises.
Every moment felt seamless, personal, and truly special. The team didn’t just plan a trip—they created memories we’ll cherish forever.
Melinda B
Review excerpt
November 18, 2025
Highlights of Spain & Portugal: Cities, Beaches & Culture
Another successful trip completed! This is our third time using this agency for multi day trips and cities. Everything went as planned and everyone was professional, from the drivers to the guides! Recommended restaurants were great and we enjoyed the culture of Spain and Portugal. Currently working on our 2026 trip!
Donald W.
Donald W
October 9, 2025
Your Private Trip to England and Scotland
The trip was wonderful. Great adventures, tour guides and very nice accommodations
Stanton R
October 1, 2025
Private Trip to Europe
We have used the agency twice in the last three years and have them to be creative and professional. The communication is top notch. The help desk through what’s app is extremely responsive at All times. Highly recommend.
Raul N Conchi G
July 8, 2025
Private Trip to the UK
The trip was a great well rounded experience of the best of England and Wales. The excursions and hotels were top notch. Thank you!
Kimberly F
June 26, 2025
Private Trip to the UK & Ireland
Our trip that Mirella put together for us was wonderful. She was a joy to work with and we feel like we saw and experienced the stunning beautiful UK & Ireland. Having the cars and drivers added that extra touch of convenience and reduced the stress of having to find transportation throughout our travels..
We truly enjoyed all our tour guides and felt so informed with the history and culture even though we spent just mere hours with them. We really appreciated the "team" that would check-in with us every morning and were there to help us through our entire trip.
Janis G
Review excerpt
November 18, 2024
Your next chapter
Your next chapter starts here.
Share an idea, a place or simply the feeling you want from your next trip. We’ll design the journey around you.
Let’s design your journey ↗Photography credits
- South Africa & Mozambique: s9-4pr — Leopard, Sabi Sand, CC BY 2.0; Tom Corser — Bazaruto Island Mozambique from air, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped to fit.
- Longevity Sardinia: Old Sardinian Man — Jean Bajean / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.5. Cropped to fit.
- Travel philosophy: Ramon Karolan (village), Yan Krukau (pottery), Anh Nguyen (Tuscany) / Pexels. Used under the Pexels License.
- Featured Alghero: Hotel Domomea
- Featured stay: Villa Las Tronas official website
- Pasta experience: Escursì
- Carousel — London: Daniel Sturley / Unsplash
- Carousel — Cappadocia: Real Tour Turkey
- Carousel — Kyoto: Matador Network
- Carousel — Amalfi Coast: Earth Trekkers
- Carousel — South Africa: Singita / Ross Couper
- Sardinia: ASMALLWORLD
- Eclipse: NASA SVS / Kat Troche, 2024. Illustrative image; not photographed in Spain.
- Cornwall: Rock Cottage
- Puglia: Olivo e Olio
- Sicily: Ita.travel
- Dolomites: Amplitudes
- Skye: Condé Nast Traveler
- Douro: Le Figaro
- Iceland: Adventures.com
- Kyoto: Co-trip
- Atlas: Walks Worldwide
- Okavango: Tourlane
- Food: Handwritten Travel collection
.jpg){kind=link}
