Join the Northwest Horticultural Society for a garden tour exploring Denver's distinctive landscapes and those of the surrounding areas. Set against the Rocky Mountains and a semi-arid climate, Denver's gardens offer a fascinating contrast to the lush landscapes of the Pacific Northwest.

Our tour will showcase a collection of private and public gardens—from small urban gardens and beautifully designed residential landscapes to expansive public gardens and horticultural destinations including the Denver Botanic Gardens. We'll hear from expert local horticulturists about water-wise gardening, climate-resilient planting, native and adapted plants, ornamental grasses, perennial borders, and gardens designed to thrive in high-mountain sun, limited rainfall, and dramatic seasonal changes. Along the way, we'll discover how gardeners use thoughtful design, regional plants, and innovative techniques to create beautiful, sustainable landscapes that are both practical and inspiring.

What's included

Lodging

4 nights at the Hilton Garden Inn Denver/Cherry Creek

Private Transportation

Charter coach and driver

9 Meals

4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners

Entrance Fees

All admission and entrance fees to venues and events indicated on the itinerary

Tour Leaders

The tour will be hosted by Sue Goetz and managed by Cindy Beley

Contribution to NHS

$250 per person contribution to Northwest Horticultural Society

Tips

Gratuities for the driver, guides and other staff

What's not included

Airfare

Fly into Denver Intl Airport (DEN) on Tuesday, June 15 to arrive no later than 1pm. The group will be picked up by our charter coach at the airport.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is highly recommended. Some policies require purchase soon after your first deposit.

Meals Not Listed

We value your time and individual preferences, so any meals not listed in the itinerary are your choice.

Pre- or Post-Tour Travel

Travel before or after the tour

Lois Moss, co-owner of Visit Gardens, 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.

Brian Huyvaert, co-owner of Visit Gardens, is a Virtuoso Certified Travel Advisor with experience planning trips across the globe for individuals, couples, and groups. He has been to all 50 states and more than 50 countries. Before working in travel, Brian was a mathematics and statistics lecturer for 15 years.