Where would you like to go?
Flinders RangesThe Flinders Ranges is a treasure of ancient dramatic landscapes. Travel from Adelaide, through the Clare Valley into The Flinders Ranges. Experience spiritual, 800-million-year-old Wilpena Pound. At this time, networks of channels, streams and floodplains have converged in Lake Eyre National Park, bringing an abundance of wildlife, and stunning natural beauty. 28 AUGUST – 5 SEPTEMBER 2023 FULLY BOOKED
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Tasmania in SpringTasmania’s cool spring is perfect for flowering trees, bulbs and rhododendrons; plus colourful shows of spring flowers. Painting with petals. Discover some of Tasmania’s finest gardens on this 8 day holiday. Meet some passionate gardeners and share their inspiration. 2 – 9 OCTOBER 2023
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South Australia & Kangaroo IslandExplore South Australia and the coastal wilderness of Kangaroo Island. Gardens at their peak, roses mingled with iris and other favourites in the Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills. Natural wonders of Admirals Arch and the Remarkables at Flinders Chase National Park. 28 OCTOBER – 6 NOVEMBER 2023
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Central Coast Gardens NSWExpansive and intimate, a special selection of private gardens on the scenic Central Coast of NSW. What a pleasure it is to be invited into these gardens; to wander, sip tea and chat to each host about their garden. Learn about plants and design with some very knowledgeable plants people on this short 4-night break. 5 – 9 NOVEMBER 2023 4 SEATS AVAILABLE
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Victoria in SpringVictoria’s fine country gardens at the peak spring flush. Meet the gardeners behind each masterwork. See old favourites and cutting edge new gardens. It’s a gentle road around rural Victoria with generous hospitality and glorious gardens. 9 – 17 NOVEMBER 2023
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Spring Gardens in New ZealandNew Zealand’s gardens are amongst the best anywhere in the world. Throw in a warm Kiwi welcome and Marlborough gardens, and we have the perfect excuse to 29 OCTOBER – 8 NOVEMBER 2023
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Jacaranda CruisesSee the most beautiful harbour in the world with breathtaking Jacarandas in full flower. Departing from Sydney’s King Street Wharf, this 2.5 hours harbour cruise is an icon in Sydney’s Spring calendar. Commentary for the cruise is provided by gardening celebrity Graham Ross. 1, 5, 8 & 11 NOVEMBER 2023
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Where would you like to go in 2024?
Tasmania LavenderLunch in the shade of an enormous spreading English oak, enveloped in the fragrance of arching rows of lavender in full bloom. Join us for aromatherapy of the botanical kind. We’ve included some beautiful cool climate gardens to give you an inspirational short break. 2 – 6 JANUARY 2024
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Norfolk IslandBeautiful, relaxed, with a fascinating layered history. Hospitality is generous. Clear waters are sheltered by coral reefs, teeming with fish. You don’t want to leave! 15 – 21 JANUARY 2024
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Passage to Northern IndiaOpulent palaces, towering forts, vibrant spices, buzzing bazaars, cast their spell on you. During our 15-day tour of India you will stay in luxury hotels in Mumbai, Udaipur, Jaipur, Agra, and Delhi and absorb the beauty of the world’s greatest Mughal gardens in the adventure of a lifetime. 12 – 26 FEBRUARY 2024
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Melbourne Flower ShowStimulate your senses with a dose of botanical inspiration admiring new trends, world-class show gardens and an exhibition hall full of fresh cut flowers. It’s the southern hemisphere’s biggest garden festival. We’ll sample a few of Melbourne’s flowery and operatic treats on a four-day break. 19 – 22 MARCH 2024
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Japan at Cherry Blossom timeFollow the delicate cherry blossom trail as it blooms across Kyoto, Kanazawa, Nikko and Tokyo on a 14 day tour that takes you inside Japan’s great gardens. Experience a fascinating mix of ancient Zen serenity and modernity that makes Japan such an exciting cultural destination. MARCH 2024
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Portugal & MadeiraCitrus scented streets, Art Nouveau buildings, mosaic pavements, blue/white ceramic tiles (azulejos) decorated walls, arcades, columns and water tanks, marble towns of the Alentejo; all go to make this spring journey through Portugal and Madeira one to remember. Highlight is Madeira’s famous Flower Festival. APRIL 2024
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Japan Spring FestivalsJapan 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. APRIL 2024
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Europe’s Finest GardensOne grand holiday to see Europe’s finest gardens – tulips at Keukenhof, Monet’s exquisite Giverny, Sun King Louis’ grand Versailles, Sissinghurst and the Chelsea MAY 2024
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Gardens of England & Chelsea Flower ShowThe excitement of opening day at Chelsea will be forever etched in your memory, a highlight of our signature tour to England including Bath, Cornwall & Oxford with MAY 2024
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The Rose Gardens of EnglandCome with us to England in early summer with roses smothering walls and hedgerows. Gardens have been selected for their romantic fragrant and generous flowering roses. Such abundance of flower, fruit and fragrance. JUNE 2024
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The Gardens of SingaporeSingapore is a City in a Garden – a mix of multicultural modernity and 19th-century charm wrapped in beautiful tropical gardens. The drawcard is the Gardens by the Bay project and the Supertrees. JULY 2023
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Tropical Gardens of HawaiiAloha Hawai’i. Escape the winter into a tropical paradise. Our holiday wraps up the island’s nature, history and heritage with tropical tastes and the warm hospitality of the Hawaiian people. AUGUST 2024
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Gardens of ItalyRenaissance and Baroque Italian gardens are extravagant exercises in philosophy, mythology, allegory, mathematics and glorious theatre. Put them alongside Italy’s gorgeous cities, art and gelato, add the unique camaraderie of a Ross tour, and you have an unforgettable experience.. SEPTEMBER 2024
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Flinders RangesThe Flinders Ranges is a treasure of ancient dramatic landscapes. Travel from Adelaide, through the Clare Valley into The Flinders Ranges. Experience spiritual, 800-million-year-old Wilpena Pound. At this time, networks of channels, streams and floodplains have converged in Lake Eyre National Park, bringing an abundance of wildlife, and stunning natural beauty. SEPTEMBER 2024
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Western Australia WildflowersLet Australian plant lover Colin Barlow introduce you to the diverse natural wonders of southern Western Australia. Meet milkmaids, honeypots, green kangaroo paws and mountain bells in the wild, and catch the extravaganza of the Kings Park Wildflower Festival. SEPTEMBER 2024
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Tasmania in SpringTasmania’s cool spring is perfect for flowering trees, bulbs and rhododendrons; plus colourful shows of spring flowers. Painting with petals. Discover some of Tasmania’s finest gardens on this 8 day holiday. Meet some passionate gardeners and share their inspiration. OCTOBER 2024
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Inside NSWDiscover which NSW gardens tick all the boxes for Graham Ross. Exclusive access has been arranged to a stable of private gardens, all with fine pedigree. This tour starts and finishes in Sydney. OCTOBER 2024
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Fall Colours – USA & CanadaNothing colours the landscape of Canada and USA like autumn leaves. As soon as the temperature falls, crystals in those deciduous trees cause them to change colour in the most breath-taking way. Whole mountain sides change to brilliant red, gold, and burgundy before leaves fall.
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South Australia & Kangaroo IslandExplore South Australia and the coastal wilderness of Kangaroo Island. Gardens at their peak, roses mingled with iris and other favourites in the Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills. Natural wonders of Admirals Arch and the Remarkables at Flinders Chase National Park. NOVEMBER 2023
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South AmericaOur adventure takes in all the superstars – Roberto Burle Marx, Christ the Redeemer, Iguassu Falls, Rio De Janiero. Enjoy a relaxed pace in cities such as Buenos Aires and Bariloche. Cross the Andes, cruise lakes, and finish up in Santiago. Join us for a trip of a lifetime. NOVEMBER 2024
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Japan in AutumnGraham Ross will tell you autumn is his favourite season with richly coloured gardens and landscapes. Visit ‘Master’ gardens to appreciate exquisite design, share ancient traditions on this journey; it’s more than a holiday, it’s the total Japanese experience. NOVEMBER 2024
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