33 reviews
May 19 - 28, 2025
Group size: 18 - 30
About this trip
What’s included
- 9 nights accommodation2 nights London, 5 nights Tetbury, 2 nights Guildford. Hotels are The Rembrandt Hotel (London), The Close Hotel (Tetbury) and Harbour Hotel (Guildford). All are 4-star hotels.
- 14 meals9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
- Chelsea Flower Showon Members Day
- Touring over 12 gardensWe expect to visit Hidcote Gardens, Kiftsgate, Badminton Estate, Bourton House, Rousham, Miserden, Buscot Park, Highclere Castle, Rodmarton Manor, Westonbirt Arboretum, Bowood, Wisley and Loseley Park
- Independent timeMid-tour, we are staying in the same hotel for 5 nights, making it ideal for people who want to have more independent time or alternatives to gardens such as hiking, cycling, antiquing or golf.
- TransportationWe will have a coach and local driver while we are in the countryside. For London, we will use taxis so that it is convenient for those who want to stay at the show or explore elsewhere
- Airport transfersWe include getting you from Heathrow airport to the London hotel at the beginning of the tour. At the end, you will have options and we will get you to the airport or central London
- Taxes, fees and tipsGratuities for the driver, guides and other staff are included in the tour price
- Expert tour managersThe tour will be hosted garden expert Alison Johnson and tour manager Verity Tiff along with assistance from Lois Moss. Their bios and additional details are in the tour brochure
- Professional credentialsTour 2 Explore More LLC is a member of NTA (National Tours Association) and ASTA (American Society of Travel Advisors). Pathfinders is a member of NTA, ETOA (European Tourism Assn) and UK Inbound
- Tour operator insuranceTour 2 Explore More LLC has tour operator insurance with Berkshire Hathaway
- Additional informationAdditional Terms and Conditions apply. For the daily itinerary and the entire Terms and Conditions, download the brochure using the Download button or email Lois Moss at Tour2ExploreMore@gmail.com
- Cancellations & RefundsA withdrawal from a tour after registration, regardless of the reason, is subject to the following terms:
- Over 4 months beforeFrom registration until January 20, 2025 the withdrawal fee is $100 per person
- 4 months before the tourFrom January 21, 2025 to March 20, 2025, the withdrawal fee is $500 per person
- 2 months before the tourAfter March 21, 2025, the tour deposit and all installments are forfeited
What’s not included
- AirfareWe are happy to help you decide your airfare
- Travel insuranceTravel insurance is highly recommended. Some policies require purchase soon after your first deposit. We can help you decide what may be best for your circumstances
- Meals not listedWe value your time and individual preferences, so any meals not listed in the itinerary are your choice. We will provide a curated list and map of restaurants, markets and shops to help you decide
- Additional hotel night(sIf you want to visit England longer, we can help you decide where to go. We can also book additional nights at our hotels if you want to arrive before the tour starts or visit London after the tour
- Personal expenses
Available Packages
Available Add-Ons
Extra night(s) London, shared room
$220
Extra night(s) London, solo room
$440
DON'T USE Solo
$550
Available until March 31, 2025
Deposit: $0
DON'T USE Shared
$290
Available until March 31, 2025
Deposit: $0
Extra night for Kim
$300
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Your Organizer
Tour 2 Explore More
33 reviews
Lois Moss, the owner of Tour 2 Explore More, is a former CPA and co-founder of a chain of bicycle stores. She also created a non-profit that focused on advocacy for pedestrians and cyclists. After moving from Ohio to Oregon, she jumped into gardening. She has been organizing tours for garden clubs and horticulture groups since 2015, primarily to California, Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, England, the Philadelphia-area and Japan.
Reviews
MM
We had a great time. Lois put together a great group of people. Great food and wonderful accommodations. We would definitely travel with Lois again and recommend to friends.
By Marceen M for Japan: Culture, Gardens and More on Nov 27, 2025
This was a well planned trip with flexibility to explore on your own in your free time. Care was taken in the planning to spend a few days at each of our destinations. Our accommodations were well chosen as they were quiet, authentically Japanese and in locations that were in walking distance to public transport (train stations) that allowed for easy exploration of the city or area and their gardens that we were visiting.
By Jane W for Japan: Culture, Gardens and More on Nov 11, 2025
This trip was so much more than we could have experienced on our own. We were pampered and guided by professionals, who truly cared for us. Lois is an amazing planner who goes above and beyond to craft a culturally immersive and magical experience!
By Lauri M for Japan: Culture, Gardens and More on Nov 11, 2025
Wonderful trip, that was expertly organized. We saw and experienced Japan in a deep way. We traveled lightly as a group and had many opportunities to learn and explore the Japanese culture. The gardens and temples we saw were treasures. The people that we experienced them with were likewise.
By Wendy W for Japan: Culture, Gardens and More on Nov 11, 2025
This gave me a good introduction to Japan, from the history to the habits. I would have appreciated more insight into garden design and more exposure to the extraordinary art of these highly civilised people, but the tour organiser was relaxed about me taking off to pursue my own interests. The range of hotels chosen was good, from budget to quirky to luxury. And my fellow travellers were a pleasant bunch.
By Candi M for Japan: Culture, Gardens and More on Nov 05, 2025