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:
In 2022, there will be a single tour, and for this year only, it will include The Chelsea Flower Show! And shortly after the tour will be the main celebrations for Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee and these will be spectacular.
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 direct flights to London Heathrow with surprisingly affordable fares and, currently, no change fees.
Prices are based on double occupancy.
Itinerary:
Each tour is unique. We will visit a selection of exquisite gardens and historical places 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 12-18 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 direct flights to London Heathrow with surprisingly affordable fares and, currently, no change fees.
Prices are based on double occupancy.
- 8 nights $tba Single supplement $tba [There may be opportunities to share]
Itinerary:
Each tour is unique. We will visit a selection of exquisite gardens and historical places 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!