English Gardens and More – 10 Days COMING IN 2026
Description
How many gardens are at Blenheim Palace, home of Winston Churchill? What is the oldest botanical garden in England? What was the name of the castle where the TV series Downton Abbey was filmed? What makes the White Cliffs of Dover white? What is a psychic garden? Find out the answers to these questions and more when you join us for this gardens and parks (and a few castles) tour of England during our English Gardens tour!
Think England is only about high tea and double decker buses? Think again! When you are on our family-friendly tour you will:
● Wander through the oldest botanical garden in England.
● Explore castles and their gardens.
● Sample fish and chips.
● Visit the site of filming for a famous TV series and the beautiful gardens on the castle grounds.
● Take an afternoon tea bus tour through London.
● Walk through St. James Park to watch the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace.
● Learn about royal horses, coaches and carriages at the Royal Mews.
● Enjoy a picnic lunch in one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the country.
Itinerary
Wander through this lovely apothecary garden that was established in 1673 making it one of the oldest in Great Britain.
This site used to be a church, however, it was mostly destroyed during WWII and the ruins are now a public park.
Spend time exploring London's largest UNESCO World Heritage site with its unique landscapes, vistas and iconic architecture, as well as the largest and most diverse collection of living plants in the world.
See original works of art featuring flowers and gardens by such artists as Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monet among others.
Walk in the footsteps of royalty in the beautiful gardens of Kensington Palace.
Experience afternoon tea during this 90 minute bus tour of London.
See behind the scenes at a real working stables in the heart of London, steeped in royal history.
Watch for waterfowl as you walk through this lovely park in central London near Buckingham Palace.
Take a day trip to see one of the most spectacular natural features in England.
Visit the site where the popular TV series/movies Downton Abbey was filmed and wander through the lovely garden on the grounds.
Tour the birthplace and home of Winston Churchill and enjoy the lovely gardens on the palace grounds.
See the oldest botanic garden in Great Britain and one of the oldest scientific gardens in the world.
Take a day trip out of the city to visit these charming villages with thatched roof cottages and lovely personal gardens.
In your free time, there is plenty more to see and do if you so desire. Just ask for suggestions and directions, and we will be more than happy to point you toward many of the other great sites England has to offer.
Tour Info
Why take this tour?
Family-friendly itinerary – Our itinerary is thoughtfully designed to be engaging for all ages, so no need to worry about how to keep guests of multiple ages engaged. Younger guests will be too busy and having too much fun to have time to drive each other crazy – and that’s a win-win for everyone!
Balance of free time and group time – We want you to go home refreshed and relaxed, so with a few hours of free time built into most day’s schedule, your family will have plenty of time to explore on your own, shop, eat, lay by the pool, or just take a nap without missing anything!
Small group sizes – Our group sizes are at least 8 people with a maximum of 15 people. The average group size is 12 guests. These small groups allow us flexibility and the ability to see and do things bigger groups can’t. Plus, it’s easier to make new friends in a smaller group!
Tour-inclusive pricing – When we say tour-inclusive, we mean it. From your arrival to departure, the only expense during your time with us will be your souvenirs to remember your trip by. All tour pricing is clearly stated so you can see exactly what is included. The only thing not included is your transportation to and from our destination.
Included
Professional tour leader
Hotel
Transportation during tour
Airport transfers
All meals
Travel insurance
Any entrance/activity fees
All gratuities
Excluded
Transportation to/from
Souvenirs
Things to know
Dates
Contact us to choose a date for your group!
Contact us to choose a date for your group!
Price
$4699 per adult (over 16) $3699 per child (ages 3-16) under 2 free
$4699 per adult (over 16) $3699 per child (ages 3-16) under 2 free
Room Alone
Prices are based on double occupancy of adults, so if you would like your own room, there will be an additional charge of $1200 added to the price.
Prices are based on double occupancy of adults, so if you would like your own room, there will be an additional charge of $1200 added to the price.
Deposit Info
Deposit of $499/adult and $399/child will hold your spot(s). Balance is due 90 days prior to departure date. Payment plans are available upon inquiry.
Deposit of $499/adult and $399/child will hold your spot(s). Balance is due 90 days prior to departure date. Payment plans are available upon inquiry.
Refund and Cancellation Policies
Free cancellation up to 90 days prior to departure - full refund OR transfer of full amount toward another date/trip within 12 months. 90 days to 45 days prior to departure - 75% refund 44-14 days prior to departure – 50% refund 13 days to 48 hours prior to departure – 25% refund 48 hours or ...
Free cancellation up to 90 days prior to departure - full refund OR transfer of full amount toward another date/trip within 12 months. 90 days to 45 days prior to departure - 75% refund 44-14 days prior to departure – 50% refund 13 days to 48 hours prior to departure – 25% refund 48 hours or less before departure - no refund, but may be covered by included travel insurance, see coverages.
Great Tour Guarantee
We want you to go home with only positive memories and our trained professional guides and staff will go above and beyond to make that happen. If you are not satisfied with your tour for any reason, please contact us so we can make it right.
We want you to go home with only positive memories and our trained professional guides and staff will go above and beyond to make that happen. If you are not satisfied with your tour for any reason, please contact us so we can make it right.
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