England & Wales in Bloom: Iconic Gardens & the Chelsea Flower Show

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Day 1 - Chelsea Flower Show Lecture, London (England)

You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. At 6.30 pm, enjoy dinner and a lecture about the Chelsea Flower Show by a leading garden designer.

Day 2 - Chelsea Flower Show and Kew Gardens

Explore the Chelsea Flower Show’s gardens, marquee, and stalls. The world’s greatest flower show will once again take place with the usual cutting-edge garden design, fabulous floral displays, and garden retail exhibits. This afternoon, visit the world-famous Kew Gardens. Not only is it London’s largest UNESCO World Heritage site, Kew Gardens also houses the world’s most diverse collection of living plants. From here, we continue to Oxford.

Day 3 - Waddesdon Manor, Rousham Gardens, and Walking Tour of Oxford

Explore Waddesdon Manor, known for its colourful parterre, walks, fountains, and statuary. Built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild between 1874 and 1885, the manor also boasts a collection of artworks numbering in the thousands. Next, we journey to Rousham House and Gardens, home to one of England’s most historically significant landscapes. Designed by William Kent in the 18th century, it remains a remarkably preserved and pioneering example of English garden artistry. Later, enjoy a short orientation tour of Oxford.

Day 4 - Hidcote Manor Garden and Betws-y-coed (Wales)

This morning, visit Hidcote Manor Garden, one of England’s great Arts and Crafts gardens, and explore its colourful and intricately designed outdoor ‘rooms’, before continuing to Betws-y-coed in Wales.

Day 5 - Plas Brondanw, Portmeirion, and Bodnant Garden

Visit Sir Clough Williams-Ellis’s most famous creation, Plas Brondanw Garden, which was his home for more than 70 years. Then travel to Portmeirion, also designed by Williams-Ellis, which served as the setting for the TV series The Prisoner. Afterwards, visit the expansive Bodnant Garden, with views across Conwy Valley. With its intimate corners, sweeping lawns, grand terraces, and verdant woodland, Bodnant lays claim to possessing many gardens within one across its expansive grounds. Marvel at the stunning Laburnum in full spring bloom.

Day 6 - Powis Castle and The Laskett (England)

This morning, visit Powis Castle and admire its world-famous terraced garden that boasts stunning vistas from its series of terraces, embellished by clipped yews and herbaceous borders. Stop in at Sir Roy Strong’s garden, The Laskett, which has continued to evolve since works began there in 1974. Roy is the former director of the Victoria & Albert Museum in London.

Day 7 - RHS Wisley and Hever Castle Gardens

Travel to RHS Wisley Garden. This world-renowned garden is home to a wide variety of plants, from stunning flowers to towering trees. Explore the various gardens, including the Rock Garden, the Mediterranean Garden, and the Glasshouse. Enjoy lunch in the Terrace restaurant before continuing to Hever Castle, where we will spend the next two nights. This stunning castle and gardens were once the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII's second wife.

Day 8 - Great Dixter and Sissinghurst Gardens

Enjoy a visit to Great Dixter, the family home of gardener and gardening writer Christopher Lloyd. The garden, and his writings about it, were the focus of his energy and enthusiasm for the better part of his life. Admire the property’s wildflower meadow and long border with hot colours. Continue to Sissinghurst to see the 1930s White Garden created by Vita Sackville-West and her husband.

Day 9 - Chartwell and London

Today, visit Chartwell, the magnificent home and gardens of Sir Winston Churchill. The house is still much as it was when the Churchill family lived here, with pictures, books and personal mementoes evoking the career and wide-ranging interests of this influential family. Our tour ends at The May Fair Hotel in London at approximately 3.00 pm.

Tour Departs London on 21 May 2026 & 20 May 2027

• f​rom $13,795 per person twin share*
• from $17,995 per person sole use*

Prices may fluctuate by departure date. Call today on 1300 414 198 and speak with one of our local travel team for the price of your preferred travel dates.

• London, The May Fair Hotel or similar
• Two Nights: Oxford, Randolph Hotel or similar
• Two Nights: Betws-y-coed, Royal Oak Hotel or similar
• Gloucester, Hatherley Manor or similar
• Two Nights: Hever Castle or similar

❓ When is the tour?

In spring, at the perfect time to enjoy gardens in full bloom and the Chelsea Flower Show.

❓ Which gardens will we visit?

You’ll see iconic gardens across England and Wales, including historic estates and hidden gems.

❓ Will we attend the Chelsea Flower Show?

Absolutely! The tour includes a visit to the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show.

❓ Is this suitable for relaxed travellers?

Yes! The tour balances sightseeing, garden visits, and leisure time for a stress-free experience.

❓ Will we see historic estates?

Yes – many stops include historic homes with beautiful gardens, showcasing Britain’s rich heritage.