Nestled between the illustrious art cities of Florence, Siena, and Pisa, the Chianti hills are celebrated not only for their distinguished dark red wines but also for their charming vistas. This exceptional self-guided walking holiday invites you to traverse landscapes that inspired some of the world’s most revered artists, guiding you through lush vineyards and gently undulating scenery.

The beautiful borderland of Alsace, nestling between the Vosges Mountains and the River Rhine, offers a fusion of Franco-German culture and a wonderful variety of scenery. Pass your days on wooded trails seeking ruined castles and impossibly pretty villages, and your evenings savouring exceptional local wines and cuisine.

Discover iconic Provence on this varied journey from the ochre cliffs of Roussillon to the pale flanks of Mount Ventoux. Walk through honey-coloured villages and past crumbling châteaux into the heart of the region, where vineyards and lavender-scented fields bask in glorious sunshine.

Cross the verdant, vine-covered slopes, and sheltered coves of France’s southern coast to reach the dramatic and unspoiled landscapes of Spain’s north-eastern seaboard. Along the way, bask in the warmth and luminous light that have inspired generations of artists, while savouring the unfolding views and change in culture.

For centuries, Portuguese nobility sought refuge from summer heat amid the wooded hills of Sintra. Our delightful route ends among their extravagant palaces, following a journey that takes you beside a spectacular coast and then sweeps inland, delving into the region’s rich past, culture, and cuisine along the way.

Immerse yourself in one of Italy’s least-known corners with a journey through its Etruscan heart. Walk from Orvieto to Sovana, taking in everything from subterranean hand-hewn caverns and necropoli, to the sunken roads of the via cave and the unspoiled, remarkable Etruscan hill town of Pitigliano.

Follow attractive paths across the undulating, sun-drenched hills of western Provence. Passing through quiet stone villages and medieval Uzès, your route slips across the herb-scented Gardon plateau to arrive at the astonishing Pont du Gard, the arched Roman aqueduct that spans the river’s tranquil waters.

Discover a region rich in history as you follow leisurely routes along Northumberland’s unspoiled coast with time to explore the castles you pass by. You can also visit Lindisfarne and take a boat trip to spot seals and puffins on the Farne Islands.

Expect top-notch, traditional gastronomy, high-quality hotels, and stunning Alpine scenery on this rewarding holiday. As steeped in history and Bavarian culture as it is in Alpine splendour, the walkers’ paradise of Berchtesgadener Land lies enfolded within the granite embrace of the mighty Watzmann Mountain.

Explore Sicily’s fascinating, multi-layered history and enigmatic landscapes on this exploration of its northwest corner. From the towering perch of medieval Erice to the luminous beauty of the Egadi islands and the lush, flower-strewn interior of the Zingaro Reserve, this is a walk of real discovery.