Autumn is one of the best times of year to travel in many destinations. Travelers can look forward to crisp air, fall foliage, fewer crowds, seasonal food, wine harvests and much more.

In autumn, a few of our favorite activities include:

• Seeing spectacular fall foliage in Japan, South Korea and China
• Enjoying seasonal ingredients in special meals, such as multicourse kaiseki ryori dinners in Japan and tasting menus in Piedmont, Italy
• Touring historic capitals, such as Rome, London, Beijing and Kyoto
• Truffle hunting in northern Italy, Slovenia and Croatia
• Wine touring and tasting amid the golden-leaved vineyards of France, Spain, Italy, Slovenia and Switzerland
• Taking scenic drives and train rides among the mountains of Scotland, Austria, Switzerland and Norway
• Walking and hiking in the Swiss Alps
• Exploring top museums and art sites with an expert guide
• Dining on autumnal specialties, such as chestnuts, pumpkins, persimmons, pomegranates and freshly pressed olive oil
• Attending annual festivals in Bhutan
• Having a meal in a heuriger (wine tavern) among the vineyard-draped hills of Vienna, Austria
• Stomping grapes during the wine harvest in the Douro Valley, Portugal
• Hunting for the Northern Lights in Sweden, Norway and Iceland
• Visiting noted art exhibitions in cities such as London and Paris
• Enjoying top restaurants, cafes and pubs during less crowded months

Contact an Artisans of Leisure travel specialist to start planning a private, customized autumn getaway.