famous gardens, hidden gems, and intriguing historical places
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An innovative and playful 20th century garden and stunning 15th century house. Cherished home of Christopher Lloyd, renowned garden designer and writer
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Quirky ornamentation in a darling seaside garden
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A dramatic hilltop castle and cathedral overlooks a small town, brimming with historical buildings, art galleries and a panoply of one-of-a-kind shops
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Map of Sussex and Kent, counties located S and SE of London. Only 90 miles across.
Includes South Downs National Park and High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Includes South Downs National Park and High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Dates:
Group Tours:
The Chelsea Flower Show is absolutely fabulous and will be held Tues 19 May - Sat 23 May, 2020 in Central London.
Monday 11 May - Tuesday 19 May, 2020 [8 nights]
Monday 25 May - Tuesday 2 June, 2020 [8 nights]
Prices:
Note: Many tours quote 'days', which often include the overnight flights from the US and early morning departures. We do not: we quote 'nights'.
Price includes:
This tour does not include flights.
There are surprisingly low fares from San Francisco to London.
London Gatwick (LGW) is the closest airport. Our meeting point is easily accessible by express train from Central London (Victoria to Gatwick, journey is 30 mins) or express bus from London Heathrow (LHR).
Prices are based on double occupancy.
Itinerary:
Each tour is unique. We will visit a selection of exquisite gardens according to the composition of the group, location of the lodgings, season, and special opportunities that may arise. The itinerary will be provided prior to departure.
See the dropdown menu for this page to see many of the public gardens and historical places in my portfolio of over 60. I specialize in going off the beaten path, so my itinerary is really my secret sauce.
Activity Level:
Expect moderate physical activity. Historic buildings and towns — built hundreds of years ago — can be challenging. You will encounter cobbled streets, narrow staircases (no elevator), uneven paths, moderate slopes. We visit 2-3 places wonderful places a day. You must be able to walk one mile at a time unaided; climb in and out of the executive minibus several times a day; walk on uneven ground, floors, and stairs. It will be worth it!
Note: Many tours quote 'days', which often include the overnight flights from the US and early morning departures. We do not: we quote 'nights'.
- Tours are 8 nights
- Groups of 10-15 people
Price includes:
- A blend of tours fashioned by local guides and self-guided tours to simply enjoy
- Travel by executive minibus with uniformed driver
- Stays in carefully selected small, independent, historic hotels. Luxurious rooms with private bathrooms
- All breakfasts and half the dinners
- All entry fees for group activities (2-3 gardens/historic places per day)
- Airport transfers to/from London Gatwick (London Heathrow departures: small additional charge)
- Most gratuities
- Hosted by the Tour Director, Gillian Gray
This tour does not include flights.
There are surprisingly low fares from San Francisco to London.
London Gatwick (LGW) is the closest airport. Our meeting point is easily accessible by express train from Central London (Victoria to Gatwick, journey is 30 mins) or express bus from London Heathrow (LHR).
Prices are based on double occupancy.
- 8 nights $4350 Single supplement $585 [There may be opportunities to share]
Itinerary:
Each tour is unique. We will visit a selection of exquisite gardens according to the composition of the group, location of the lodgings, season, and special opportunities that may arise. The itinerary will be provided prior to departure.
See the dropdown menu for this page to see many of the public gardens and historical places in my portfolio of over 60. I specialize in going off the beaten path, so my itinerary is really my secret sauce.
Activity Level:
Expect moderate physical activity. Historic buildings and towns — built hundreds of years ago — can be challenging. You will encounter cobbled streets, narrow staircases (no elevator), uneven paths, moderate slopes. We visit 2-3 places wonderful places a day. You must be able to walk one mile at a time unaided; climb in and out of the executive minibus several times a day; walk on uneven ground, floors, and stairs. It will be worth it!