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Splendours of English gardens
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Splendours of English gardens

Duration 5 days
Inspiration Local experiences
From €1,500 per person
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This trip in brief

  • A 5-day tour to discover English gardens, between London and Kent.
  • The program includes: Royal Gardens in London, a botanical workshop, the great gardens of Kent and contemporary gardens.
  • Included: SUV with automatic transmission with insurance, hotel or homestay accommodation and French-speaking telephone assistance.
  • Starting from €1,500 per person, itinerary adaptable to your wishes.

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Why choose a 5-day tour of English gardens?

A 5-day English garden tour is a wonderful opportunity to discover some of England's most remarkable gardens. This trip blends heritage, botany, and bucolic landscapes. Between London and Kent, you'll have time to explore places where nature is showcased with elegance. It's the perfect getaway to slow down and fully appreciate the art of English garden design.

From the Royal Gardens to London’s botanical treasures

Your trip begins in London with a visit to the famous Kew Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll stroll amongst the vast Victorian greenhouses, botanical collections from all over the world and landscaped paths. Afterwards, why not continue your walk through the leafy neighbourhoods of Richmond or Chelsea, renowned for their peaceful atmosphere?

The following day, you can explore the Chelsea Physic Garden, one of the oldest botanical gardens in the UK. Afterwards, you’ll take part in a flower-pressing workshop. This creative activity allows you to take home a unique creation whilst learning about a traditional craft.

Kent’s most beautiful gardens

Next, you’ll head towards Kent, often known as the «Garden of England». The landscape becomes more undulating and the countryside reveals its full charm. You’ll then visit Sissinghurst Castle Garden, famous for its gardens organised into “rooms”, its magnificent rose gardens and the designs conceived by Vita Sackville-West.

Your 5-day English garden tour continues with Great Dixter, a true icon of English garden design. Its lush plantings and natural style inspire enthusiasts worldwide. After the visit, enjoy afternoon tea in a traditional tea room or a stroll through one of Kent's charming villages.

A break in the countryside before heading back

Finally, your journey comes to an end at Scotney Castle Garden. This romantic estate combines medieval ruins, landscaped gardens, stone bridges and magnificent blooms. The setting invites contemplation and makes for a charming final stop before returning to London.

At Brightside Travel, we design each 5-day English garden tour to your exact specifications. We select the most beautiful gardens, charming accommodations, and authentic experiences, ensuring you enjoy an elegant, perfectly organized trip tailored to your pace.

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To prepare for your stay, you can also consult the official website of National Trust.

Splendours of the English gardens: what to see?

Treat yourself to a timeless interlude in the heart of England's most beautiful gardens, a blend of elegance, nature and creativity. From London to the bucolic landscapes of the Kent, This journey invites you to explore iconic locations, stroll through spectacular flower displays and enjoy unique plant-based experiences.

Between historic gardens, romantic atmospheres and moments of creation, each stage reveals a different facet of the art of English gardens, in a perfect balance between discovery and a gentle way of life.

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Splendours of English gardens: itinerary

Kew Gardens
Day 1

Arrival in London: Royal Gardens

Arrive in London and check into your hotel (central or west end). of London).

First botanical immersion with the discovery of :

  • Kew Gardens, UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Victorian glasshouses, botanical collections from around the world and spectacular spring blooms.

End of the day free to stroll along the the Thames or in

the green districts of Richmond or Chelsea.

Overnight at the Fox and Anchor Inn or similar

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Day 1
garden
Day 2

London Botany and creativity workshop

Free morning or a walk in a London garden more intimate :

  • Chelsea Physic Garden (optional), one of England's oldest botanical gardens.

Afternoon: creative botanical workshop

Participation in a flower pressing workshop and artistic creation at the Thames-Side Studios :

  • Approximately 3-hour session
  • Discovering pressing techniques
  • Composing your own botanical work
  • An approach combining craftsmanship and scientific observation and contemporary creation

Overnight at the Fox and Anchor Inn or similar

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Day 2
Sissinghurst Castle Garden
Day 3

London → Kent: Iconic gardens in the south of England

Departure from London to Kent, nicknamed the garden of England.

Stop en route :

  • Sissinghurst Castle Garden
  • A mythical garden structured into “rooms”, famous for its colour combinations and rose garden.

Continuation to the heart of Kent.

Settle into your accommodation in the countryside or historic village.

A leisurely stroll through the county's rolling, hedged farmland.

Overnight at The George (Goudhurst) or similar

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Day 3
Kent gardens
Day 4

Kent : Botany & contemporary gardens

A day devoted to the gardens of Kent.

Visit to Great Dixter, A naturalist garden with free, seasonal planting.

Free time in a typical village or tea time in a country tea room.

Overnight at The George (Goudhurst) or similar

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Day 4
Scotney Castle Garden
Day 5

Kent → London : Last blooms & return

The morning is devoted to one last remarkable garden:

  • Scotney Castle Garden, A romantic landscape garden set around medieval ruins, particularly beautiful in spring.

Return to London for a late afternoon or evening departure.

End of stay

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Day 5
Included
  • SUV 5 doors - auto gearbox with insurance for the duration of your stay
  • French-speaking telephone assistance
  • accommodation in a hotel or with a local host
Not included
  • Activities
  • Personal expenses
  • Air transport
Splendours of English gardens
From €1,500 per person