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France
Wherever you visit in France you're never far from a source of fine wine - from the rural flatlands of the Loire to the gentle green slopes of Burgundy, the coastal plains of Provence to the Vosges mountains of Alsace - there are more than 100 varieties of vines producing over 450 certified wines. As you slowly wind your way from one pretty village to another, exploring the beautiful countryside and wonderful architecture as you go, there are plenty of opportunities to stop for a degustation - and with Headwater's wine service to pick up your purchases, it's easy to bring home a few of your favourites!
Walking holidays in France
Cycling holidays in France
Canoeing holidays in France
Italy
Italy has an artistic legacy unrivalled anywhere in the world, from world-famous museums to the smallest piazzas, the influence of Raffaello, Michelangelo, Tiziano and their contemporaries can be seen everywhere. Walking or cycling through the stunningly beautiful landscapes that surround the great art cities in Tuscany and Umbria, you'll encounter warm friendly people and discover pretty ancient cities, picturesque hill villages, exquisite frescoes and a wealth of antiquarian sites. Or perhaps you'd prefer to explore the beautiful coastal paths of Sicily or the Bay of Naples, where pretty little towns cling vertigiously to limestone cliffs that plunge into the crystal blue seas below.
Walking holidays in Italy
Cycling holidays in Italy
Portugal
Set amongst the dramatic peaks and lush river valleys in the very heart of Portugal, you'll find tranquil little villages where time stands still. You'll meet little old ladies, dressed in black, as they sit crocheting on doorsteps, and farmers with donkeys as they plough the land by hand - just as they have done for hundreds of years. Despite its small size, Madeira has a wealth of majestic and unusually beautiful scenery. Known as the 'floating garden', it's a stunning mix of exotic flowers, fantastic scenery and unforgettable sunsets where plunging flower filled valleys and azure seas form the backdrop to a journey of natural discovery. One of the world's most beautiful and diverse archipelagos, the Azores offers natural surroundings that have remained unspoilt and unchanged by the ravages of time, where lush green vegetation contrasts with volcanic formations and the blue of the sea.
Spain
Headwater's Spain is a world away from the over crowded, purpose-built resorts that have sprung up along the popular coastal stretches over the last 30 years or so because, with a greater diversity of landscapes, cultures, cuisine, wildlife - even language - than any other country in Europe, there's so much more to discover! On your travels you'll find sleepy farming hamlets, rolling vineyards, lush green valleys and mediaeval towns full of historic, cultural and natural interest. In the north, castles crumble on the hilltops and sandstone villages snooze peacefully in the year-round sunshine. Further south, white villages and orange groves scented with almond blossom perfectly complement Moorish palaces, Gothic cathedrals and elegant Baroque plazas lined with chattering tapas bars.
Walking holidays in Spain
Cycling holidays in Spain
Switzerland
Switzerland evokes many images - flower-filled meadows, bell ringing cows, Heidi and, of course, those fairytale mountain views! There are many beautiful and intriguing places around the world but few are as scenic and awe-inspiring as Switzerland - a place which not only lives up to it's image but, in many ways, exceeds it. And, with well defined footpaths and excellent Swiss signposting, it's a paradise for walkers of all abilities.
Walking holidays in Switzerland
