Ross Tours was founded over 40 years ago by Graham and Sandra Ross to share their passion for beautiful gardens. You might recognise Graham from his work as the gardening presenter on Better Homes and Gardens, a position he’s held for 30 years. They work together to plan and organise spectacular tours to gardens around the world.

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Welcome To Ross Tours

Watch Graham Ross on Better Homes & Gardens TV Show every Friday night at 7pm on Channel 7.

Listen to Graham Ross on The Garden Clinic Radio Show on Radio 2GB Sydney every Saturday and Sunday morning 6-8am.

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From a love of exploring the world with friends, our tours are crafted to deliver unforgettable experiences. Led by expert guides and featuring deluxe accommodation, every journey is relaxed, inspiring, and full of fun.
Come along and travel with friends.

We have taken over 25,000 Australians to the most beautiful places in the world. You’ll see some of those places on this website. Have a look around and then let us take you to the real thing.

Discover the Extraordinary with Ross Tours

Welcome to Ross Tours, the world’s leading specialist for garden tours. With over 40 years of experience, we are proud to offer hassle-free, fun, and deeply inspiring tours. We invite you to join us for an adventure through some of the world’s most beautiful gardens.

Japan Spring Festivals Tour

Embrace the land of the rising sun’s phenomenal natural and cultural heritage on our Japan spring festivals tour. From the breathtaking sight of azaleas, peonies and wisteria enveloping the landscapes to serene temple gardens, Japan is truly an unforgettable garden tour destination.

Experience the magnificent seasonal flowers in full bloom peppered across Japan’s countryside and cities. Revel in the nation’s commitment to nurturing nature and preserving its pristine beauty.

Why Choose Ross Tours?

At Ross Tours, our commitment goes beyond showcasing the world’s most beautiful gardens. Our guided tours offer:

Authentic Experiences: Visit local attractions, meet dedicated gardeners, and learn about traditional and innovative gardening methods.
Expert Guides: All our tour leaders are seasoned garden experts with a knack for creating a relaxed and unforgettable experience for our guests.
Comprehensive Services: From pre-arranged travel to local meals and luxury accommodations, we take care of everything for our guests to enjoy their holiday worry-free.
Exclusive Discounts: Members of the Garden Clinic, Australia’s largest gardening club, enjoy a discount on every tour.

Garden Tours: A Unique Perspective on Nature’s Opulence

Join Ross Tours and start exploring some of the world’s legendary gardens. Enjoy nature’s magnificent greenery, revel in the enchanting displays of flowers, breathe in the subtle fragrances, and listen to the whispers of the wind as it brushes past the leaves. Experience the tranquillity, mesmerising display of colours, and enticing charm that gardens bring.

Book your garden tour on 1300 233 200 today, and let Ross Tours guide you on an enchanting journey that will leave you with plenty of unforgettable memories.

Frequently Asked Questions for Garden Tours

Who are Ross Tours?

Ross Tours was founded 45 years ago by Graham and Sandra Ross to share their passion for beautiful gardens. You might recognise Graham as the gardening presenter on Better Homes and Gardens TV Show, a position he’s held for 30 years. Graham and Sandra have also presented The Garden Clinic Radio Show since 1980 on Sydney’s Radio 2GB. They work together to plan and organise spectacular tours to gardens around the world.

What is included in the Japan Spring Festivals Tour?

Our Japan spring tour lets you experience the phenomenal spring flowers of Japan. While many think of cherry blossoms as Japan’s most exciting floral event, we feel that the spring festivals and the gorgeous azalea, peony and wisteria are an aspect of Japan’s horticulture not to be missed! Wait til you see the wisteria tunnels.

Why should I choose Ross Tours for my garden tours?

Ross Tours offer unique, authentic experiences with expert guides. Our comprehensive tours include pre-arranged travel to public and private gardens with luxury centrally-located accommodations and memorable meals, ensuring guests can enjoy their holiday worry-free. Plus, members of the Garden Clinic Club, Australia’s largest gardening club, enjoy a discount on every tour.

How can I plan my next garden tour with Ross Tours?

Booking with Ross Tours is simple. Explore our variety of tours, read through the detailed itinerary, accommodation locations and details, and travel arrangements on our website. Call our travel experts on 1300 233 200 for any queries or additional arrangements. You can reserve your spot by booking your tour online or over the phone.

{Tantolunden, Stockholm}

Tantolunden is an allotment garden of 111 spaces and the oldest in Stockholm. Tanto is located on Sodermalm, one of the 14 islands that make up central Stockholm. This picturesque collection of miniature cottages surrounded by vegetables and flowers is among the oldest of 150 allotment gardens scattered throughout Stockholm. Together, they create a total of some 10,000 spaces available to city dwellers.

We will be visiting Tantolunden on our Gardens of Scandinavia tour with Brendan Moar this June.

For the full itinerary, please go to: www.rosstours.com/tours/scandinavia

To book, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online. We`re happy to help you booking your flights.

#rosstours #rossgardentours #travelwithfriends #scandinavia #stockholm #rt_scandinavia #allotment #tantolunden

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${Tantolunden, Stockholm} Tantolunden is an allotment garden of 111 spaces and the oldest in Stockholm. Tanto is located on Sodermalm, one of the 14 islands that make up central Stockholm. This picturesque collection of miniature cottages surrounded by vegetables and flowers is among the oldest of 150 allotment gardens scattered throughout Stockholm. Together, they create a total of some 10,000 spaces available to city dwellers. We will be visiting Tantolunden on our Gardens of Scandinavia tour with Brendan Moar this June. For the full itinerary, please go to: www.rosstours.com/tours/scandinavia To book, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online. We're happy to help you booking your flights. #rosstours #rossgardentours #travelwithfriends #scandinavia #stockholm #rt_scandinavia #allotment #tantolunden$

{Hazeldean, Monaro}

Hazeldean, a huge pastoral property with a homestead and outbuildings that date back to the late 19th century. One of the oldest and largest merino and angus cattle studs in Australia. We’ll explore this mature garden along with Libby Litchfield’s hospitality.

We will enjoy Libby`s hospitality this April. Why not come with us?

For the full itinerary, please go to our website: www.rosstours.com/tours/monaro

To book, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or go online.

#rt_monaro #monaro #hazeldean #victoria #rosstours #autumn

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${Hazeldean, Monaro} Hazeldean, a huge pastoral property with a homestead and outbuildings that date back to the late 19th century. One of the oldest and largest merino and angus cattle studs in Australia. We’ll explore this mature garden along with Libby Litchfield’s hospitality. We will enjoy Libby's hospitality this April. Why not come with us? For the full itinerary, please go to our website: www.rosstours.com/tours/monaro To book, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or go online. #rt_monaro #monaro #hazeldean #victoria #rosstours #autumn$

{Blue Lagoon, Iceland}

Steam rises from Iceland’s Blue Lagoon, where milky geothermal waters glow against black lava fields. Named one of the 25 Wonders of the World for its unique geothermal seawater, which is rich in silica, algae and various minerals and nourishes the skin. It’s a place to slow down, float, and feel fully surrounded by nature.

Come with us to Iceland this June and experience the Blue Lagoon. For the full itinerary, please go to our website: www.rosstours.com/tours/iceland

Tour dates: 18 - 26 June 2026

To book, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online. We can also help you with flights and other arrangements.

#rosstours #iceland #travelwithfriends #bluelagoon #wondersoftheworld #worldwonders #rt_iceland

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${Blue Lagoon, Iceland} Steam rises from Iceland’s Blue Lagoon, where milky geothermal waters glow against black lava fields. Named one of the 25 Wonders of the World for its unique geothermal seawater, which is rich in silica, algae and various minerals and nourishes the skin. It’s a place to slow down, float, and feel fully surrounded by nature. Come with us to Iceland this June and experience the Blue Lagoon. For the full itinerary, please go to our website: www.rosstours.com/tours/iceland Tour dates: 18 - 26 June 2026 To book, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online. We can also help you with flights and other arrangements. #rosstours #iceland #travelwithfriends #bluelagoon #wondersoftheworld #worldwonders #rt_iceland$

{Bon Voyage}

We`re off to Norfolk Island to enjoy ‘CinemaScopic’ scenery and the relaxed atmosphere of the island with its layered history of settlements going back thousands of years to the Polynesian era.

Have you made any travel plans for 2026 yet? Check out our website for inspiration: www.rosstours.com

#rosstours #rt_norfolk #travelwithfriends #ni #norfolkisland

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${Bon Voyage} We're off to Norfolk Island to enjoy ‘CinemaScopic’ scenery and the relaxed atmosphere of the island with its layered history of settlements going back thousands of years to the Polynesian era. Have you made any travel plans for 2026 yet? Check out our website for inspiration: www.rosstours.com #rosstours #rt_norfolk #travelwithfriends #ni #norfolkisland$

{Last 5 seats available - Japan at Cherry Blossom Time}

Book your seat now or you will miss out! To book, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online.

Join tour leader Colin Barlow and follow the ephemeral cherry blossom trail as it blooms across Nikko, Kanazawa, Kyoto and Tokyo on a 15 day tour that includes Japan’s great ‘Strolling’ gardens. Experience a fascinating mix of ancient Zen serenity and modernity that makes Japan such an exciting cultural destination.

Tour dates: 27 MARCH - 10 APRIL 2026

For the full itinerary, please go to: www.rosstours.com/tours/japan-cherry-blossom/

#rosstours #rossgardentours #travelwithfriends #japan #sakura #cherryblossom #rt_cherryblossom #nikko #kanazawa #kyoto #tokyo

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${Last 5 seats available - Japan at Cherry Blossom Time} Book your seat now or you will miss out! To book, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online. Join tour leader Colin Barlow and follow the ephemeral cherry blossom trail as it blooms across Nikko, Kanazawa, Kyoto and Tokyo on a 15 day tour that includes Japan’s great ‘Strolling’ gardens. Experience a fascinating mix of ancient Zen serenity and modernity that makes Japan such an exciting cultural destination. Tour dates: 27 MARCH - 10 APRIL 2026 For the full itinerary, please go to: www.rosstours.com/tours/japan-cherry-blossom/ #rosstours #rossgardentours #travelwithfriends #japan #sakura #cherryblossom #rt_cherryblossom #nikko #kanazawa #kyoto #tokyo$

{Lucerne, Switzerland}

Lucerne is quintessential Switzerland: medieval Old Town, covered bridges, candy coloured houses and lakeside promenades. Wagner and Goethe loved its frescoed squares, especially Weinmarkt. Don’t miss Kapellbrücke and the moving Lion Monument, nestled between mountains and water, timeless and beautiful.

Visit Lucerne with us and join us on our Alpine Europe tour to Austria & Switzerland. For the full itinerary, please head to our website: www.rosstours.com/tours/alpine-europe

To book, call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online.

We designed this tour so it can be linked to our Iceland tour. For more information, please call the office or go to our website: www.rosstours.com

#rosstours #rossgardentours #travelwithfriends #lucerne #swiss #switzerland #alpineeurope #rt_europealpine

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${Lucerne, Switzerland} Lucerne is quintessential Switzerland: medieval Old Town, covered bridges, candy coloured houses and lakeside promenades. Wagner and Goethe loved its frescoed squares, especially Weinmarkt. Don’t miss Kapellbrücke and the moving Lion Monument, nestled between mountains and water, timeless and beautiful. Visit Lucerne with us and join us on our Alpine Europe tour to Austria & Switzerland. For the full itinerary, please head to our website: www.rosstours.com/tours/alpine-europe To book, call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online. We designed this tour so it can be linked to our Iceland tour. For more information, please call the office or go to our website: www.rosstours.com #rosstours #rossgardentours #travelwithfriends #lucerne #swiss #switzerland #alpineeurope #rt_europealpine$

{Victoria’s High Country}

Autumn transforms Victoria’s High Country as poplars paint the valleys in gold and amber. Cool air, long shadows and glowing leaves turn winding roads and riverbanks into fleeting galleries of colour worth slowing down - this season feels quietly magical.

Join us on a tour Monaro, Bechworth & Bright tour this April (23 April - 2 May 2026).

For the full itinerary, please go to our website: www.rosstours.com/tours/monaro/

To book your seat, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or go online.

#rosstours #travelwithfriends #monaro #poplars #victoria #rt_monaro #autumn #australia

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${Victoria’s High Country} Autumn transforms Victoria’s High Country as poplars paint the valleys in gold and amber. Cool air, long shadows and glowing leaves turn winding roads and riverbanks into fleeting galleries of colour worth slowing down - this season feels quietly magical. Join us on a tour Monaro, Bechworth & Bright tour this April (23 April - 2 May 2026). For the full itinerary, please go to our website: www.rosstours.com/tours/monaro/ To book your seat, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or go online. #rosstours #travelwithfriends #monaro #poplars #victoria #rt_monaro #autumn #australia$

{Last 4 seats available - Japan Spring Festivals}

Don`t miss out on this fabulous tour escorted by Graham Ross. We only have 4 seats left, so book your seat now!

Travel to Japan when the country celebrates Golden Week with festivals of azalea, peony and wisteria. Our journey begins deep in the mountains of Nikko and then travels across four islands of the archipelago: Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu and Naoshima. Tunnels of wisteria are a highlight. Visit Tokyo, Matsue, Okayama and Takamatsu.

Tour Dates: 20 April - 3 May 2026

For the full itinerary, please click here: https://rosstours.com/tours/japan-festivals/

To book your seat, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online.

#rosstours #rossgardentours #japan #Honshu #Shikoku #Kyushu #Naoshima #Tokyo #Matsue #Okayama #Takamatsu #travelwithfriends #rt_springfestivals

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${Last 4 seats available - Japan Spring Festivals} Don't miss out on this fabulous tour escorted by Graham Ross. We only have 4 seats left, so book your seat now! Travel to Japan when the country celebrates Golden Week with festivals of azalea, peony and wisteria. Our journey begins deep in the mountains of Nikko and then travels across four islands of the archipelago: Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu and Naoshima. Tunnels of wisteria are a highlight. Visit Tokyo, Matsue, Okayama and Takamatsu. Tour Dates: 20 April - 3 May 2026 For the full itinerary, please click here: https://rosstours.com/tours/japan-festivals/ To book your seat, please call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online. #rosstours #rossgardentours #japan #Honshu #Shikoku #Kyushu #Naoshima #Tokyo #Matsue #Okayama #Takamatsu #travelwithfriends #rt_springfestivals$

{What are your 2026 travel plans?}

Inspired by a love of exploring the world with friends, our tours are thoughtfully crafted to take you to some of the most beautiful places on earth. 🌍✨ From grand private gardens and timeless landscapes to cultural treasures and hidden gems, every journey is designed to inspire, relax, and be full of fun.

Travel in comfort with expert tour leaders, deluxe accommodation and the kind of warm companionship that turns a great trip into an unforgettable one.

Seats are selling fast! To book yours, call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online. Visit our website to find out more: www.rosstours.com

#rosstours #rossgardentours #travelwithfriends #2026travel

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{What are your 2026 travel plans?}

Inspired by a love of exploring the world with friends, our tours are thoughtfully crafted to take you to some of the most beautiful places on earth. 🌍✨ From grand private gardens and timeless landscapes to cultural treasures and hidden gems, every journey is designed to inspire, relax, and be full of fun.

Travel in comfort with expert tour leaders, deluxe accommodation and the kind of warm companionship that turns a great trip into an unforgettable one.

Seats are selling fast! To book yours, call the office on 1300 233 200 or book online. Visit our website to find out more: www.rosstours.com

#rosstours #rossgardentours #travelwithfriends #2026travel

{Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa}

Set in an extinct volcanic crater, Pilanesberg National Park is home to a range of Africa’s game, including the ‘Big Five’: elephant, black and white rhinoceros, buffalo, lion and leopard. You may also see giraffe, zebra, hippo and antelope including the attractive sable, eland, kudu and gemsbok.

Why not come with us and stay at a luxury game reserve right in the heart of Pilanesberg National Park and absorb the atmosphere of the African bushveld.

For the full itinerary, please go to our website: www.rosstours.com/southafrica

To book, please go online or call the office on 1300 233 200. We will be back in the office on Monday 5th January 2026.

#rosstours #travelwithfriends #pilanesberg #bigfive #southafrica #rt_southafrica

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${Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa} Set in an extinct volcanic crater, Pilanesberg National Park is home to a range of Africa’s game, including the ‘Big Five’: elephant, black and white rhinoceros, buffalo, lion and leopard. You may also see giraffe, zebra, hippo and antelope including the attractive sable, eland, kudu and gemsbok. Why not come with us and stay at a luxury game reserve right in the heart of Pilanesberg National Park and absorb the atmosphere of the African bushveld. For the full itinerary, please go to our website: www.rosstours.com/southafrica To book, please go online or call the office on 1300 233 200. We will be back in the office on Monday 5th January 2026. #rosstours #travelwithfriends #pilanesberg #bigfive #southafrica #rt_southafrica$

{Reykjavik, Iceland)

Iceland`s capital Reykjavik at midsummer is any traveller’s dream. Wander colourful streets under the midnight sun, breathe in crisp coastal air, and visit the iconic Sun Voyager sculpture glowing by the sea.

We`re travelling to Iceland next June right in time for midsummer. Why not come with us?

For the full itinerary, please go to our website: www.rosstours.com/tours/iceland

To book, either go online or give us a call on 1300 233 200. We`re back in the office on 5th January.

#rosstours #travelwithfriends #rt_iceland #reykjavik

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${Reykjavik, Iceland) Iceland's capital Reykjavik at midsummer is any traveller’s dream. Wander colourful streets under the midnight sun, breathe in crisp coastal air, and visit the iconic Sun Voyager sculpture glowing by the sea. We're travelling to Iceland next June right in time for midsummer. Why not come with us? For the full itinerary, please go to our website: www.rosstours.com/tours/iceland To book, either go online or give us a call on 1300 233 200. We're back in the office on 5th January. #rosstours #travelwithfriends #rt_iceland #reykjavik$

{Merry Christmas}

The Ross Tours team would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and are looking forward to taking you on one of our tours in 2026.

Our office will be closed from Wednesday 24th December till Friday 2nd January 2026, but you can always book your seat online, so you don`t miss out!

For any urgent enquiries, please call the mobile number in your travel documents, otherwise we will return your call when we`re back in the office on Monday 5th January 2026.

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{Merry Christmas}

The Ross Tours team would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and are looking forward to taking you on one of our tours in 2026.

Our office will be closed from Wednesday 24th December till Friday 2nd January 2026, but you can always book your seat online, so you don't miss out!

For any urgent enquiries, please call the mobile number in your travel documents, otherwise we will return your call when we're back in the office on Monday 5th January 2026.

Image: @anniespratt

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