15 days tour
Gardens Of England & Wales With Chelsea Flower Show (15 Days
Transport
: Enjoy the comfort of Insightโs luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches. If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport. Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
Others
: Our Well-Being Directors take a proactive approach to your welfare ensuring all well-being regulations are met (available on tours with 21 or more guests). : Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day. : We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues. : "One experience that is not to be missed on this trip is a visit to the Roman Baths, because itโs an incredible relic of Roman times from 2000 years ago." London: Experience the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show, an inspiring and enjoyable showcase of fabulous floral displays and cutting-edge garden design. Immerse yourself in colour and ingenuity as you enjoy the very best show gardens, flowers, and gardening from around the world. Woking: Explore the beautiful Bowes-Lyon Rose Garden and delight the senses with roses of all shapes, sizes, colours and fragrances. Stroll through the picturesque orchard, the huge cathedral like Glasshouse and the Exotic Garden. Chipping Campden: Hidcote Gardens is a stunning collection of small gardens within a garden, with water features, wildflower areas and relaxing pools. Created last century by the great horticulturist Major Lawrence Johnston, the garden is famous for rare shrubs and trees, and its outstanding design features. Welshpool: Explore the gardens of Powis Castle. Under the gaze of the dramatic medieval Castle, wander Italianate terraces blasted from the solid rock, marvel at spectacular yew hedges, dancing statues and lavish herbaceous borders. London: See Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, St Paulโs Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square. Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if operating). London: Enjoy amazing 360-degree views over London from the London Eye, a rotating observation wheel which is 135 metres (443 ft) high. Sip champagne and marvel at the views as the city unfolds beneath you. London: Kew Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has over 50,000 living plants within its grounds. Its magnificent scientific collection contains plants from tropical, temperate, arid and alpine climates. Visit stunning glass houses and walk through beautiful, sculptured gardens, featuring floras from Asia to the Alps. Hampton Court Palace: Discover the wonders of Hampton Court Palace, King Henry VIIIโs magnificent residence. See the state apartments, the vast Tudor kitchens and the Haunted Gallery. Take your time to explore the formal gardens and the world-famous maze. St Austell: Visit the Lost Garden of Heligan. Step back in time and meander the winding paths. Enjoy a sub-tropical journey through bamboo tunnels and under majestic tree ferns, giant rhubarb and bananas, whilst the estate reveals a lost world of traditional and rare breeds, wildlife and ancient woodlands. Stoke-on-Trent: Explore the magnificent Trentham Gardens. Enjoy glorious ancient woodland, and discover the Italian Gardens, the Rivers of Grass, and the Floral Labyrinth. At its heart is the spectacular, mile long Trentham Lake, a wildlife haven studded with small islands. Wales: Bodnant is home to the earliest and grandest laburnum arch built in 1880, and to Britainโs earliest magnolias introduced from China in the late 1800s. Admire the fine collection of exotic plants, from the Blue Poppy of the Himalayas to the Fire Bush of the Andes, and enjoy Walesโ largest collection of UK Champion Trees. Llanberis: Embark on the Snowdon Mountain Railway Excursion. Experience stunning scenery and awe-inspiring views as you gently climb to the ยพ point of the mountain, on board a charming traditional train. A thrilling, fun and memorable way to explore Snowdon and its wildlife! Hawkshead: Admire the magnificent views of the English Lake District and visit the village of Hawkshead. Hawkshead: Generations of children have grown up with Beatrix Potterโs famous characters. Left to the National Trust in 1943, Hill Top is the charming house where she lived and worked, and is where many of her most famous scenes are set. Kendal: Dating back to the 1960โs, the ten acres of gardens at Levens Hall retain many original features, including the worldโs oldest topiary gardens. Admire ancient yew trees in abstract and geometric shapes, set in a beautiful display of over 30,000 bedding plants. Bakewell: Admire works of art spanning 4,000 years, including ancient Roman sculpture, masterpieces by Rembrandt, and work by outstanding modern artists like Lucian Freud. Explore the magnificent Painted Hall, regal State Rooms, and beautiful Sculpture Gallery. Stroll the 105-acre gardens, famed for historic and modern waterworks and sculptures, and the Victorian rock garden. Blenheim Palace: Witness a masterpiece of the English Baroque, brimming with priceless art, tapestries and furniture. Immerse yourself in 300 years of history and over 3,000 acres of landscaped parkland and stunning formal gardens. Bath: Visit the incredibly well-preserved Roman Baths. Discover 2000 years of history and learn how this hub of culture is pioneering new educational investments to benefit the community. Its school educational programme actively supports local schools and students to learn about the cultural heritage of the region. The Roman Baths experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education. We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door. Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expertโs fascinating commentary.
Guide
Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas. From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Meals
London: Enjoy a Thames River Dinner Cruise and admire this magnificent city from the water. Sit back and take in the striking landmarks and bridges, and enjoy the eclectic riverbank architecture along with a delicious meal. London: Have a tasty lunch in a typical English pub. More than a place to have a drink, the pub is an important social space where people, friends and families come together. Often the focal point of community life in villages, towns and cities, expect a vibrant atmosphere, delicious home cooked food and a great selection of ales and wines. Dining Summary: 14 Breakfast (B), 4 Dinner with Wine (DW), 3 Lunch with Wine (LW), 3 Dinner (D), and 1 Afternoon Tea (AT)
Accommodation
14 night accommodation
Hygieneprotocol
All guests travelling with Insight Vacations through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your clientโs responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.
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Itinerary of your trip Gardens Of England & Wales With Chelsea Flower Show (15 Days
- Day 1 Day 1: Arrive London
Day 1: Arrive London
- Day 2 Day 2: Chelsea Flower Show
Day 2: Chelsea Flower Show
- Day 3 Day 3: London Sightseeing
Day 3: London Sightseeing
Experience Style
Mixed
There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโre also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.
Accomodation level
Medium
This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.
Experience Type
Small Group
Youโll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.
Physical Rating
Basic
Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.
Age range
Min: 5 / Max: 99
Age range allowed for this experience.
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