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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 two and a half hour harbour cruise is an icon in Sydney’s Spring calendar. With over 100 cruises since 1980, Ross Garden Tours knows Sydney Harbour like no one else. Commentary for the cruise is provided by gardening celebrity Graham Ross. 3, 7, 10 and 14 NOVEMBER 2021
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2022
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. 3 – 7 JANUARY 2022
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A special selection of NSW Gardens on tour with Graham RossA brand new tour around NSW to discover which 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. 7 – 16 MARCH 2022
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Inside VictoriaDiscover Victoria’s finest country gardens at the peak of autumn magic. Meet the master gardeners behind garden gates. See old favourites and exciting new discoveries. Be guided around David Glenn’s Lambley, Paul Bangay’s Stonefields and the Digger’s Garden of St Erth. 21 – 27 MARCH 2022
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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. 29 MARCH – 1 APRIL 2022
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Japan at Cherry Blossom timeFollow the ephemeral cherry blossom trail as it blooms across Kyoto, Kanazawa, Nikko and Tokyo on a 14 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. 29 MARCH – 12 APRIL 2022
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Orange NSWExperience the colours & beauty of autumn in NSW’s Central West. Explore gardens in Orange, Oberon, Little Hartley & Mt Wilson. Meet artistic gardeners, heritage fruit growers & dreamscape designers. Soak in the charm of historic towns, visit country nurseries & an exclusive mountain estate. Coinciding with Orange’s famous F.O.O.D Week, this 6 day getaway is a feast for all the senses. 1 – 6 APRIL 2022
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Flinders RangesThe Flinders Ranges is some of Australia’s most dramatic landscapes. Journey from Adelaide, through the Clare Valley for the South Australia Autumn Garden Festival, and into the outback. See towering ancient cliffs, spectacular gorges, outback stations, Wilpena Pound and Lake Eyre. 2 – 10 APRIL 2022
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New Zealand in AutumnA new itinerary to Otago, the southern region of the South Island: Queenstown, Dunedin and Christchurch to see stunning private gardens and spectacular natural landscapes. 21 – 30 APRIL 2022
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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 21 APRIL – 4 MAY 2022
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Gardens of Monaro & BrightFrom spectacular Monaro High Country to Beechworth’s glorious autumn colour, see it all in one tour. Experience ANZAC Day in the Snowy, country hospitality and exclusive private gardens. This is High Country at it’s best. 22 APRIL – 2 MAY 2022
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Floriade – Holland & BelgiumOnce a decade the horticultural industry of Holland celebrates with a grand expo called Floriade. Each massive event is held in a different location within Holland. In 2022 it will be on reclaimed land at Almere near Amsterdam. It’s a flower filled fantasy you won’t want to miss. 24 APRIL – 7 MAY 2022
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The Chelsea Flower Show & Gardens of EnglandCome with us to an England up to its knees in spring blossom, carpets of bluebells and meadows of wildflowers. Our England tour includes the beautiful Cornish Coast, Oxford, Cotswolds, Bath and London. It’s a mix of heavenly gardens with Opening Day at the Chelsea Flower Show. 13 – 25 MAY 2022
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Floriade – Holland & FranceThe World Fair of Horticulture held every 10 years. This time it’s in Almere, a ‘garden city’ near Amsterdam built on reclaimed land. It’s a wonderful reason to visit the gardens of Holland and Belgium. On this tour we will visit Floriade and explore harvest time in Northern France. SEPTEMBER 2022
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