From rural lanes and peaceful babbling brooks to quaint honeystone villages and old farmhouses there's something wonderful about exploring the countryside on foot or by bike. Whether you're looking to wander at your own pace or feel the cool breeze as you pick up speed cycling down a trail off-the-beaten-track, exploring the countryside gives you the opportunity to soak up the regions history, culture and regional cuisine while also letting you reconnect with nature. With so many beautiful nature trails on our doorstep, we're also looking forward to when we can explore further afield in Europe once more. So, why not take a look through our selection of Walking and Cycling Holidays from our Countryside Collection to inspire your next holiday.
With lots of spectacular trails in the UK and Europe to choose from, take the chance to admire the quintessential Dutch landscape filled with windmills and old bridges while Cycling from Amsterdam to Brussels, walk in the footsteps of St. Francis on a historical pilgrimage Italy or wander past cascading waterfalls and caves on our Highlights of Montenegro Walk. Our Countryside Collection is designed to lead you to the most enchanting, off-the-beaten-track lanes and tranquil spots so you can truly unwind.
Enjoy the best of both worlds, combining charming countryside cycling and walking with a myriad of cultural delights. Browse our fantastic Countryside Walking and Cycling Collection below to inspire your next getaway, or visit our blog for more inspiration…
Self-guided cycling
7 nights,
single centre
Level: 2+
Moderate plus
Headwater
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Self-guided cycling
10 nights,
hotel-to-hotel
Level: 1+
Leisurely plus
Headwater
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Self-guided cycling
8 nights,
hotel-to-hotel
Level: 2+
Moderate plus
Headwater
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Self-guided cycling
7 nights,
hotel-to-hotel
Level: 2
Moderate
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Where appropriate, we grade our holidays based on distance, terrain, elevation gain, remoteness, etc and categorise them into 4 relative groups. This is ultimately subjective and may vary slightly day to day; for more advice, please see the specific trip page or call one of our friendly team.