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2019
Gardens of Regional France : Normandy, Loire, Dordogne and BordeauxCapture the essence of rural and regional French culture as reflected through her gardens: Normandy, Loire, Dordogne and Gironde. A soulful and sensory experience at the peak of the autumn harvest. We travel through river valleys, fertile farmland and mediaeval villages to see the very best chateaux, cloister and kitchen gardens in the country. 7 – 21 SEPTEMBER 2019
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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. 11 – 25 SEPTEMBER 2019
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China and Beijing International Horticultural ExpoYour chance to visit possibly the most ambitious horticultural expo ever staged. This International Horticultural Expo in Yanqing overlooks the Great Wall near Baderling just north/west of Beijing. It will run for six months. 23 SEPTEMBER – 1 OCTOBER 2019
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Inside New South WalesOur tour includes all of NSW’s spring flower festivals; Tulip Time Southern Highlands, Floriade in Canberra, Cowra Cherry Blossom and the Leura Garden Festival. We’ll do it in style with time to enjoy the fine food and wines of each region. 27 SEPTEMBER – 7 OCTOBER 2019
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Springtime Tasmania Bulbs and BlossomTasmania’s cool spring is perfect for flowering trees, bulbs and rhododendrons; colourful shows of spring flowers. Painting with petals. Discover some of Tasmania’s finest gardens on this week-long holiday. Meet some passionate gardeners and share their inspiration. 7 – 14 OCTOBER 2019
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Inside VictoriaVictoria’s fine country gardens at the peak spring flush. Meet the gardeners behind each masterpiece. See old favourites & exciting new cutting edge gardens: including David Glenn’s Lambley, Paul Bangay’s Stonefields, Dame Elisabeth’s Cruden Farm and Stuart Rattle’s Musk Farm. 7 – 15 NOVEMBER 2019
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Gardens and Ancient Sites of Mexico & CubaHome to the frangipani, the dahlia and to chocolate! Visit ancient pyramids of Aztec and Mayan civilisations, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico City, The Yucatan and finish in Hemmingway’s Cuba at Havana and Vinales. 11 – 27 NOVEMBER 2019
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New ZealandNew Zealand’s gardens are amongst the best anywhere. Marlborough has a festival like no other and based in Blenheim. This gives us the perfect excuse to visit some of the best private gardens in this incredibly beautiful region in the south island with Michael McCoy, your tour leader. 4 – 12 NOVEMBER 2019
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The Lexus Melbourne CupGo ‘behind the scenes’ at Flemington Racecourse; our special visit without the crowds, to see the famous rose gardens, parade grounds and marshalling yards, the day before the race, with the roses looking their best. Also visit Heide Museum of Modern Art and gardens and Cloudehill Garden. 1 – 6 NOVEMBER 2019
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Jacaranda CruisesSes the most beautiful harbour in the world with breathtaking Jacarandas in full flower, with commentary by Graham Ross. 6, 10, 13, & 17 NOVEMBER 2019
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2020
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. Departing Sydney
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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. Departing Brisbane
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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 at Bombay, Udaipur, Jaipur, Agra, and Delhi and absorb the beauty of the world’s greatest Mughal gardens in an adventure of a lifetime. 14 – 28 FEBRUARY 2020
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Victoria in AutumnDiscover 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, Stuart Rattle’s Musk Farm and Digger’s Garden of St Erth. 15 – 21 MARCH 2020
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Melbourne International Flower and Garden ShowAdmire new trends, world-class designer gardens and a Royal Exhibition Building filled with flowers during Australia’s grand garden festival. We’ve included some fine gardens around Melbourne. It’s a great four-day short break. 24 – 27 MARCH 2020
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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. Departing Melbourne
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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. Departing Sydney
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Japan’s Spring Flower FestivalsJapan celebrates Golden Week with festivals of azalea, peony, wisteria and the last of the cherry blossom. Our floral adventure begins in the deep mountains of Nikko, and then travels over four islands of the archipelago: Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu and Naoshima. Highlight includes walking beneath Japan’s famous wisteria tunnels. See cities Tokyo, Matsue, Okayama and Takamatsu. 23 APRIL – 6 MAY 2020
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Portugal and Madeira Flower Festival
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East Coast USAFrom George Washington’s private garden at Mt Vernon to the contemporary Oudolf designed masterpiece on New York’s High Line, we’ll visit majestic heritage homes and a trifecta of Pennsylvanian beauties: Longwood Gardens, Winterthur and charming Chanticleer. It’s an East Coast USA garden adventure of a lifetime travelling with Graham and Sandra Ross through Washington, Philadelphia, New York and Newport Rhode Island. 7 – 24 MAY 2020
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Chelsea Flower Show and the Gardens of EnglandCome with us to an England up to its knees in spring blossom, carpets of bluebells and meadows of wildflowers. Our tour includes the cerulean Cornish Coastline. It’s a heavenly mix of gardens: Royal, public, and private with Opening Day at the spectacular Chelsea Flower Show. 8 – 22 MAY 2020
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England’s Rose GardensA flower-filled and rose-scented journey through England starting near the Scottish border at Newcastle, then York, Birmingham and Richmond. Landmark gardens: Sissinghurst, Great Dixter, David Austin Roses, Castle Howard, Alnwick Castle… culminating at Hampton Court Flower Show. JUNE 2020
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England’s Private GardensA garden tour of exclusive private gardens, some rarely open to the public, on this tour of southern England. Timed for early summer exuberance, numbers will be limited. Indulge in fine country house hotels with great hospitality. JULY 2020
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Singapore Garden FestivalSingapore is a city in a garden. An exciting mix of cultures, ultramodern ‘Supertrees’ and 19thcentury charm, all wrapped in beautiful tropical gardens. Discover Gardens by the Bay, Flower Dome and Cloud Forest; a showcase of horticulture and garden artistry at the 2020 Singapore Garden Festival. JULY 2020
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WA WildflowersVisit WA’s South Western corner alive with flowers. Meet the Wildflowers: milkmaids, honey pots, green paws & Qualup bells in the wildflower triangle between Hopetoun, Jerdacuttup & Ravensthorpe. Festival time in Perth’s famous Kings Park: an unforgettable experience. SEPTEMBER 2020
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Northern ItalyRenaissance & Baroque Italian gardens are extravagant exercises in philosophy, mythology, allegory, mathematics & theatre. Put them alongside Italy’s charismatic cities, art & gelato, add the camaraderie of a Ross tour & you have an unforgettable experience. Stay in Rome, Florence, Venice & Stresa. SEPTEMBER 2020
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Tasmania In SpringTasmania’s cool spring is perfect for flowering cherries, tulips, rhododendrons and spring flowers. Discover some of Tasmania’s finest gardens on this week-long holiday. Meet passionate gardeners and share their inspiration. Stay in Launceston and Hobart. OCTOBER 2020
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Japan In AutumnJoin Graham Ross on this 14 day autumn journey through Japan with richly coloured gardens, whispering bamboo & contemplative zen gardens. Be inspired by exquisite design & breath-taking displays of chrysanthemums. Stay in Awazu, Tokyo, Nikko, Kanazawa, Nagoya & Kyoto. NOVEMBER 2020
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Melbourne CupEnjoy 6 days exploring Melbourne’s finest gardens. A special preview of Flemington Racecourse Rose Garden at its peak of flowering, the day before the race. Gala Dinner on the eve of Race Day. Premiere seating to enjoy the fashions, festivities and fun. NOVEMBER 2020
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New England NSWA week in the high country of New England, NSW. Gates are open to a special selection of private gardens with welcoming hospitality. Diverse gardens from contemporary cutting edge design to historic properties that go back to 1838. Stay in Armidale, Tenterfield and Pokolbin. NOVEMBER 2020
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South Australia & Kangaroo IslandA feast for the senses; great gardens, good food, fine wines, fabulous hospitality. A magic blend of Hans Heysen, Maggie Beer and Sophie Thomson. Travel into the Barossa, through the Adelaide Hills and across to Kangaroo Island. NOVEMBER 2020
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New ZealandNew Zealand’s gardens are amongst the best anywhere. Marlborough has a festival like no other based in Blenheim. Visit some of the best private gardens at the Garden Marlborough Festival in this incredibly beautiful region of the south island. NOVEMBER 2020
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Sydney in SpringSydney looks beautiful in November – jacarandas & roses in peak blossom. Spend 5 days getting to know Sydney’s best gardens. Tour includes our jacaranda cruise, behind the scenes of Barangaroo, intimate private gardens, spectacular public gardens & a day trip to the Southern Highlands. NOVEMBER 2020
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Jacaranda Cruises 2020See Sydney painted jacaranda purple. Learn the history of her beautiful harbour on a 3-hour cruise. Hear the stories that make Sydney special and see her exciting park, Barangaroo from a different perspective. Live commentary by Graham Ross. NOVEMBER 2020
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FUTURE TOURS
ScandinaviaGraham & Sandra Ross will host this summer journey across Scandinavia, from Copenhagen to Stockholm. Take the ferry to Helsinki & Tallinn & train to St Petersburg. Sophisticated & poetic, it’s a romantic ride. JULY 2021
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Floriade Netherlands 2022The 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. MAY 2022
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