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2022
North Queensland GardensEscape the winter chills. Discover Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge, the Daintree, Cairns and Botanical Ark. Witness heliconia, lipstick palms, miracle fruit and palms in tropical glory. Visit private gardens, meet gardeners and sample unusual tropical fruit. 12 – 19 AUGUST 2022
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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 11 – 25 SEPTEMBER 2022
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Mystery TourJoin us on a weekend Mystery Garden Tour in spring. Meet at Sydney Airport on Friday 23rd September for a morning flight to a mystery destination. Spend the next three days visiting outstanding gardens. Return to Sydney on Sunday 25th September in the afternoon. We would love you to join us! 23 – 25 SEPTEMBER 2022
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Tasmania in SpringtimeTasmania’s cool spring is perfect for the fine gardens you will see on this eight-day holiday. Spectacular flowering trees, cherries, rhododendrons, azaleas, luxurious peonies, tulips, daffodils and hyacinths. Treat yourself to this floral extravaganza. 3 – 10 OCTOBER 2022
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Gardens of the South Coast NSWTravel along the picturesque New South Wales South Coast from Sydney to Batemans Bay to see panoramic coastal landscapes, idyllic lakes and majestic Spotted gums. Spring flower gardens will be open in Berry, Robertson and Kangaroo Valley 8 – 14 OCTOBER 2022
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Gardens of New England, NSWTen days exploring the beautiful New England High Country, visiting Armidale, Walcha, Uralla, Tenterfield, Tamworth. See heritage towns, award winning country 24 OCTOBER – 2 NOVEMBER 2022
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Melbourne Cup 2022Go ‘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. Visit the Heide Museum of Modern Art and Cloudehill Garden. 28 OCTOBER – 2 NOVEMBER 2022
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New Zealand – Garden Marlborough & Hurunui Garden FestivalNew Zealand’s gardens are amongst the best anywhere on earth. Throw in a warm Kiwi welcome and Garden Marlborough, and we have the perfect excuse to visit this beautiful region of the south island. 28 OCTOBER – 9 NOVEMBER 2022
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Jacaranda Cruises 2022See 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. 2,6,9 & 13 NOVEMBER 2022
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Inside VictoriaVictoria’s fine country gardens at the peak spring flush. Meet the gardeners behind each masterpiece. See old favourites and exciting new cutting edge gardens: including David Glenn’s Lambley, Paul Bangay’s Stonefields, Dame Elisabeth’s Cruden Farm and Peter Shaw’s Sunnymeade. 10 – 18 NOVEMBER 2022
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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. 10 – 19 NOVEMBER 2022
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Japan in AutumnGraham Ross will tell you autumn is his favourite season with richly coloured gardens and landscapes. He’ll take you to ‘Master’ gardens to appreciate exquisite design. Share ancient traditions on this journey; it’s more than a holiday, it’s the total Japanese experience. 13 – 27 NOVEMBER 2022
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2023
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 2023
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