Europe's 7 Most Underrated Destinations | We Traveled for 9 Months
Description: Europe's 7 Most Underrated Destinations | We Traveled for 9 Months
After nine months backpacking across Europe, dozens of towns, islands, beaches, cities, and hidden corners later, we discovered something surprising:
Some destinations stay with you long after you've left.
These are the 7 places we'd genuinely return to — from the dramatic mountains of Montenegro and the turquoise waters of Greece to the medieval streets of Albania and the legendary landscapes of Italy.
If you're planning a Europe trip, European backpacking adventure, Mediterranean vacation, or bucket-list journey, these destinations deserve your attention.
🇲🇪 NUMBER 7 — KOTOR, MONTENEGRO
Surrounded by towering mountains and the spectacular Bay of Kotor, this medieval coastal town feels almost unreal.
We explore Kotor's historic Old Town, fortress hike, mountain views, coastline, and nearby attractions while looking at the best time to visit and where to stay.
🇮🇹 NUMBER 6 — CALA GONONE, SARDINIA
Forget the usual Italian tourist hotspots for a moment.
Cala Gonone sits along Sardinia's stunning Gulf of Orosei and makes an incredible base for exploring hidden beaches, dramatic cliffs, turquoise water, and beautiful coastal landscapes.
🇵🇹 NUMBER 5 — MADEIRA, PORTUGAL
Madeira has earned a reputation as one of Europe's most spectacular islands, and it's easy to understand why.
From dramatic mountain trails and natural swimming pools to changing microclimates, traditional food, and incredible viewpoints, Madeira offers something completely different from a typical European beach vacation.
🇹🇷 NUMBER 4 — KAŞ, TURKEY
Clear blue water, coastal restaurants, ancient ruins, diving, boat trips, and beautiful Mediterranean scenery make Kaş one of Turkey's most appealing coastal destinations.
If you're looking for a destination that's more relaxed than some of Turkey's bigger resort cities, Kaş deserves a place on your list.
🇬🇷 NUMBER 3 — LEFKADA, GREECE
Lefkada is one of Greece's most interesting islands because you can reach it directly from mainland Greece without taking a ferry.
Explore Porto Katsiki, Egremni Beach, Lefkada Town, Nydri, Vasiliki, dramatic cliffs, and some of the bluest water in the Ionian Sea.
🇮🇹 NUMBER 2 — LAKE COMO, ITALY
Lake Como has the scenery, historic villages, elegant villas, mountains, and incredible lake views that have made it one of Italy's most famous destinations.
We share why ferries can be one of the best ways to explore the lake and compare popular bases including Menaggio, Bellagio, and Varenna.
🇦🇱 NUMBER 1 — BERAT, ALBANIA
Our number-one destination is Berat, the UNESCO-listed "City of a Thousand Windows."
With historic hillside houses, the ancient castle, river views, traditional food, and a unique atmosphere, Berat offers a different side of European travel.
And compared with some of Europe's most expensive destinations, it can also offer excellent value.
💰 EUROPE TRAVEL COST COMPARISON
Approximate accommodation costs mentioned in the video per couple, per night:
Lake Como — €320
Cala Gonone — €250
Lefkada — €240
Madeira — €215
Kotor — €181
Kaş — €172
Berat — €103
From luxury European destinations to affordable hidden gems, this list gives you options at very different price points.
🌍 Which destination would you visit first?
Would you choose Kotor, Cala Gonone, Madeira, Kaş, Lefkada, Lake Como, or Berat?
Let us know in the comments — and tell us which European destination you think deserves to be on this list.
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After nine months backpacking across Europe, dozens of towns, islands, beaches, cities, and hidden corners later, we discovered something surprising:
Some destinations stay with you long after you've left.
These are the 7 places we'd genuinely return to — from the dramatic mountains of Montenegro and the turquoise waters of Greece to the medieval streets of Albania and the legendary landscapes of Italy.
If you're planning a Europe trip, European backpacking adventure, Mediterranean vacation, or bucket-list journey, these destinations deserve your attention.
🇲🇪 NUMBER 7 — KOTOR, MONTENEGRO
Surrounded by towering mountains and the spectacular Bay of Kotor, this medieval coastal town feels almost unreal.
We explore Kotor's historic Old Town, fortress hike, mountain views, coastline, and nearby attractions while looking at the best time to visit and where to stay.
🇮🇹 NUMBER 6 — CALA GONONE, SARDINIA
Forget the usual Italian tourist hotspots for a moment.
Cala Gonone sits along Sardinia's stunning Gulf of Orosei and makes an incredible base for exploring hidden beaches, dramatic cliffs, turquoise water, and beautiful coastal landscapes.
🇵🇹 NUMBER 5 — MADEIRA, PORTUGAL
Madeira has earned a reputation as one of Europe's most spectacular islands, and it's easy to understand why.
From dramatic mountain trails and natural swimming pools to changing microclimates, traditional food, and incredible viewpoints, Madeira offers something completely different from a typical European beach vacation.
🇹🇷 NUMBER 4 — KAŞ, TURKEY
Clear blue water, coastal restaurants, ancient ruins, diving, boat trips, and beautiful Mediterranean scenery make Kaş one of Turkey's most appealing coastal destinations.
If you're looking for a destination that's more relaxed than some of Turkey's bigger resort cities, Kaş deserves a place on your list.
🇬🇷 NUMBER 3 — LEFKADA, GREECE
Lefkada is one of Greece's most interesting islands because you can reach it directly from mainland Greece without taking a ferry.
Explore Porto Katsiki, Egremni Beach, Lefkada Town, Nydri, Vasiliki, dramatic cliffs, and some of the bluest water in the Ionian Sea.
🇮🇹 NUMBER 2 — LAKE COMO, ITALY
Lake Como has the scenery, historic villages, elegant villas, mountains, and incredible lake views that have made it one of Italy's most famous destinations.
We share why ferries can be one of the best ways to explore the lake and compare popular bases including Menaggio, Bellagio, and Varenna.
🇦🇱 NUMBER 1 — BERAT, ALBANIA
Our number-one destination is Berat, the UNESCO-listed "City of a Thousand Windows."
With historic hillside houses, the ancient castle, river views, traditional food, and a unique atmosphere, Berat offers a different side of European travel.
And compared with some of Europe's most expensive destinations, it can also offer excellent value.
💰 EUROPE TRAVEL COST COMPARISON
Approximate accommodation costs mentioned in the video per couple, per night:
Lake Como — €320
Cala Gonone — €250
Lefkada — €240
Madeira — €215
Kotor — €181
Kaş — €172
Berat — €103
From luxury European destinations to affordable hidden gems, this list gives you options at very different price points.
🌍 Which destination would you visit first?
Would you choose Kotor, Cala Gonone, Madeira, Kaş, Lefkada, Lake Como, or Berat?
Let us know in the comments — and tell us which European destination you think deserves to be on this list.
👍 LIKE the video if it helped inspire your next trip
🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more European travel guides, hidden gems, beautiful destinations, and travel inspiration
💬 COMMENT with your favorite European destination
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