By Headwater Holidays Team | Last updated: 29 January 2026 | Reading time: 6–10 minutes Table Of Contents Camino Francés with Headwater at a glance Camino Francés is roughly 752 km, starting from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port and finishing at the cathedral in Santiago. Our Headwater Camino Francés itinerary splits this journey into 42 nights, with the option to extend with additional nights between the set stages. Average daily distances often range from 20–25km, plus additional nights at the […]
What We Learned on the Trail from Sarria to Santiago In March 2026, four members of the Headwater team walked the final 117km of the Camino Francés from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela. This was not an ordinary walking holiday; it was a familiarisation trip designed to experience the Camino first-hand, to deepen our understanding […]
National Walking Month Summary National Walking Month celebrates the benefits of walking as a simple, rewarding way to stay active, explore the outdoors, and improve wellbeing. Walking holidays allow travellers to experience destinations at a natural pace, combining physical activity with cultural discovery and time in nature. Headwater Active Travel has been designing thoughtfully planned […]
Press Release: March 2026 As wine tourism continues to rise across Europe, travellers are increasingly seeking meaningful experiences that blend local flavours, cultural heritage and time outdoors. This spring and summer, vineyard-draped landscapes in Italy, France and Spain welcome visitors for scenic walking and cycling journeys where wine tasting, regional cuisine and gentle exploration go […]
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Winter Sun With Sunshine, Serenity and Splendour If you have ever dreamed of escaping the grey chill of the winter without flying halfway around the world, the French Riviera may be your perfect haven to top up on vitamin D. This season, Headwater is delighted to offer, for the very first time, a winter sun […]
Seasons, Monsoons and Must See Attractions Sri Lanka’s weather is shaped by two monsoons. While one side of the island is seeing showers, the other is often dry and bright. This makes it perfect for a relaxed, self-paced holiday. You can tune your route to the season and enjoy each region at its best. If you […]
