7 Day Chelsea Garden Show & the London Area Gardens 2023

Chelsea Garden Show and London Tunbridge Wells Windsor Stop and smell the roses on this leisurely tour of England’s greatest gardens and stunning stately homes. And the bet part? A trip to the#1 garden event of the year, the Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea Flower Show in London, May. GUARANTEED SMALL TOUR - THIS TOUR IS LIMITED TO 18 PERSONS

The Wise Women Travel Difference

• Get access to fabulous show gardens at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show
• Pick up tips for your own garden as we tour the historic manor houses and beautiful grounds of Southeast England
• Enjoy overnight stays in historic royal towns such as Tunbridge Wells and Windsor

DAY 1 LONDON
Our tour of England’s green and pleasant land will begin in the country’s iconic capital. After meeting the group at our London hotel, we’ll get to know one another better over a delicious welcome meal. Accommodation: The Wellington by Blue Orchid (or similar) (D)

DAY 2 LONDON –   KEW GARDENS – LONDON
After breakfast, our day will begin with a visit to the splendid Kew Gardens. The palm house, a jaw-dropping example of Victorian engineering, is sure to add a flourish to that holiday photo album. Then, the afternoon will be ours to spend exploring the capital or relaxing back at the hotel. Be sure to recharge those batteries in anticipation for tomorrow’s exciting agenda! Accommodation: The Wellington by Blue Orchid (or similar)

DAY 3 LONDON – CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW – LONDON
Today the RHS Chelsea Flower Show will be yours to enjoy. From urban patches with remarkable water features to gardens that conjure images of different countries from around the world, this spectacular event showcases the very best of contemporary garden design. (B)

DAY 4 LONDON – WADDESDON MANOR – WINDSOR
This morning, we'll pay a visit to the Grade One listed Waddesdon Manor. After taking some time to wander through the exquisite gardens, house and exhibitions - we'll swap an elegant French châteaux for The Savill Garden of Windsor Great Park. As we walk through the themed gardens, be sure to keep an eye out for an array of rare plants from around the world. Then: the rich history and royal traditions of Windsor await! Tonight, we'll reconvene at the hotel for a delicious group meal. Accommodation: Castle Hotel (or similar) (B,D)

DAY 5 WINDSOR
What better way to spend the day than discovering Windsor’s regal highlights at our own pace? We’ll have plenty of time to visit the Castle, wander the picturesque riverside and sample a delicious afternoon tea at one of the tearooms around town. After a full day of exploring, choose from one of the many cosy pubs and eateries – and enjoy an evening spent at your leisure. Accommodation: Castle Hotel (or similar)(B)

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DAY 6 WINDSOR – RHS GARDEN WISLEY – HEVER CASTLE – TUNBRIDGE WELLS
After breakfast in Windsor, we’ll make tracks to the tranquil RHS Garden Wisley, where we’ll take in the sounds of the water flowing through the rock garden and relax in the Alpine Meadow. This afternoon will see us wandering the award-winning gardens of Hever Castle – the childhood home of Henry VIII’s second queen, Anne Boleyn. We’ll rest our head in Tunbridge Wells tonight. (B)

DAY 7 TUNBRIDGE WELLS – SISSINGHURST CASTLE – GREAT DIXTER – TUNBRIDGE WELLS
This morning our road will turn east to Sissinghurst Castle Garden, an iconic retreat that’s renowned for its romantic design and colourful rose arrangements. Then: we’ll swap sculpted layouts for a naturalistic approach to planting at Great Dixter. Here, we’ll tour the old timber-framed house that was home to famous British gardener Christopher Lloyd – and explore the gardens that were his pride and joy. Tonight, we’ll clink glasses over a farewell dinner back in Tunbridge Wells. (B,D)

DAY 8 TUNBRIDGE WELLS – IGHTHAM MOTE – LONDON
For our final day, we’ll have the opportunity to visit one of the most unique manor houses in Kent: Ightham Mote. This medieval house dates back over 700 years and can only be reached via an ancient stone bridge that stretches over its very own moat. Then: it’s back to London, where our tour will come to a close.. (B)

INCLUSIONS

• 7 nights’ accommodation in boutique hotels
• Experienced tour leader
• Luxury mini-coach transportation with a driver/guide
• Daily full English breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)
• Guided tour of Kew Royal Botanic Gardens
• Entrance included to all attractions in the itinerary, including: Ightham Mote, Sissinghurst Castle Garden, Great Dixter, Hever Castle, RHS Garden Wisley, the Savill Garden, Waddesdon Manor, Cliveden, Chelsea Flower Show

 

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  Tue 23 May

  -Tue 30 May

  $2969 per person sharing a twin room; Single room $3909

  Full payment required; airfare and travel insurance extra

 


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