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Wildflowers of Crete Chateau Weekend & Monet’s Garden

Sicily, including Taormina, Mount Etna and Syracuse

Puglia, Lecce and Vieste - Undiscovered Italy

Monet’s Garden, France

Costa Rica - wildlife, volcanoes and national parks

Cape Town, the Garden Route and Big Five Safari Explore the gardens of Dorset and Somerset 08 Discover the gardens of the Scottish Borders 09 Ride the Northern Belle to the Royal Yacht Britannia 10

Batcombe House, UK

Chania, Greece

Knysna Heads, South Africa

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Heraklion harbour

The famous gardens of Claude Monet take centre stage for this short break. Located in Giverny, a picturesque village close to Paris, you’ll feel inspired by the Impressionist’s wonderful spaces including the flower garden, Clos Normand, as well as the Japanese-style water garden. Add to your adventure with optional excursions including a wander through the Château de Versailles’ elegant gardens, which showcase over 200 sculptures, woodland groves, fountains and a magnificent orangery. Cap the day with an enchanting evening coach tour of Paris. Includes return Eurostar rail travel from St Pancras, overseas transfers and other transport. Monet’s Garden 4 days from £949pp, departing Apr-Sept ‘25

8 days from £1,649pp, departing April 2025 Includes return flights from London, overseas transfers, other transport and porterage. Wildflowers and nature walks are at the heart of this holiday, as well as incredible history. From our base in Agia Marina, we head to the Omalos Upland Plain and the Samaria Gorge, both home to wildflowers, including daphnes, tulips and peonies. We then journey to Heraklion to admire the Old Town’s Venetian walls and the ancient fortress. More wildflowers are to be discovered during a botanical ramble around the Akrotiri Peninsula, before a trip to Chania. Finally, we head to the Minoan cemetery of Armeni, where masses of spring flowers bloom in the beautiful flower-strewn Cretan landscape.

HIGHLIGHTS Wildflower meadows and the White Mountains tour Explore the Akrotiri Peninsula A visit to Chania and its Venetian harbour Cretan coffee at a traditional cafenion Visit to the ancient city of Aptera

HIGHLIGHTS

A visit to Monet’s Garden (entrance fee included) Evening in a traditional French restaurant Return rail travel to Paris on Eurostar Stay in a 4* hotel with breakfast included The services of a specialist local guide

Samaria Gorge

Monet’s house

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Cathedral of Monreale

From £1,579 per person

Forest Lodge

Sicily, including Taormina, Mount Etna and Syracuse 8 days, departures April-October 2025 Isola Bella, Taormina

The Temple of Juno, Agrigento

Dominated by snow-capped Mount Etna, and blessed with abundant sunshine and unspoilt landscapes and coastlines, Sicily is a beautiful part of Italy, with a character all of its own. On this island, there are countless architectural and archaeological riches to explore, including Piazza Armerina’s impressive Roman villa, Monreale’s spectacular cathedral and Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples.

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YOUR TOUR INCLUDES

DAY 1 Arrival in Sicily DAY 2 Valley of the Temples DAY 3 Piazza Armerina and Taormina DAY 4 Taormina DAY 5 Mount Etna

Return flights from a selection of regional airports with hotel transfers 7 nights in four-star accommodation, with daily breakfast and dinner, plus one lunch The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager Guided tours including Piazza Armerina and Taormina Entrances to Valley of the Temples and Piazza Armerina’s Roman Villa Exploring Mount Etna , with the option to ascend to higher levels FREE travel wallet with every booking

DAY 6 Free day DAY 7 Syracuse DAY 8 Return home

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Vieste

From £1,489 per person

Forest Lodge Alberobello

Sassi di Matera

Puglia, Lecce and Vieste - Undiscovered Italy 8 days, departures April-October 2025

Colonised by the ancient Greeks in 8th century BC, then the Romans and Byzantines, followed by the Saracens, Normans, Spanish and Bourbons, Puglia finally became part of Italy in 1861. Here, and in neighbouring Basilicata, you will see some of the country’s most fascinating cities, villages and sights, as well as breathtaking scenery. Most importantly, it’s an area that remains refreshingly unspoilt.

DAY 1 Arrival in Lecce DAY 2 Tour of Lecce DAY 3 Alberobello and olive oil mill DAY 4 Sassi di Matera DAY 5 Bari DAY 6 Free day in Vieste DAY 7 Peschici & rustic lunch DAY 8 Return home DAY TIMETABLE

Return flights from a selection of regional airports with hotel transfers 7 nights in four-star accommodation, with daily breakfast, one lunch and six dinners The services of our experienced and insightful tour manager 3 guided tours including Lecce, Matera and Bari Visits including the trulli village of Alberobello and an olive oil mill Learning the craft of pasta-making and enjoy a lunch at a family-run osteria FREE travel wallet with every booking YOUR TOUR INCLUDES

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Violet Sabrewings

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Forest Lodge Costa Rica - wildlife, volcanoes and national parks 16 days from £4,076pp*, departures January 2026-October 2027 Arenal Volcano Monteverde Cloud Forest

Reconnect with the untamed natural world across six spectacular national parks and reserves, showcasing the best of Costa Rica’s natural spaces and biodiverse ecosystems. Enjoy well-paced visits where you will experience towering volcanoes, coastal lagoons and lush rainforest stretches.

HIGHLIGHTS Arenal Volcano walk and Arenal Thermal Hot Springs Visit to Poás National Park and the Doka Coffee Estate Traditional chocolate experience Monteverde Cloud Forest walk Tour of capital city San José Visit Carara National Park and Manuel Antonio National Park Trip to the village of Tortuguero and Tortuguero National Park Heart of Palm experience Guided rainforest walk Stop at Puente de las Iguanas

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES 14 nights’ three or four-star mixed-board accommodation in San José (2 nights), Tortuguero (2), Sarapiqui (2), Arenal (3), Monteverde (2) and Manuel Antonio (3), plus one night aboard the aircraft 14 breakfasts , 5 lunches and 9 dinners Air-conditioned coach travel throughout Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager Return flights to San José Departures from London Heathrow

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Terms and conditions *Save 15% discount applies to certain wish-list tours on new bookings made by the 31 March 2025 and cannot be applied retrospectively to bookings already confirmed. 15% off must be redeemed through the promo code GAW15. This offer does not include child pricing. This offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Single supplements apply. When booking a holiday as described above, prices shown will automatically have the discount applied. Newmarket Holidays reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any tour. These holidays are organised and operated by Newmarket Holidays Ltd. ABTOT 5509. ATOL protected 2325. ABTA V7812.

Stellenbosch Vineyards

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Forest Lodge Cape Town, the Garden Route and Big Five Safari 12 days from £2,903pp*, departures June 2025-November 2027 Hout Bay Cape Point

Experience one of Africa's most spectacular cities, some startling scenery and the giants of the animal kingdom. Join us for the perfect introduction to South Africa, one of the world’s most beautiful countries, on an extraordinary-value tour crammed with unforgettable highlights.

HIGHLIGHTS Visit to Stony Point Penguin Colony or Boulders Beach 4 guided safari game drives at Garden Route Game Lodge Visit to Cango Caves and Ostrich Show Farm Visit to Franschhoek with wine tasting Guided historic walk of Stellenbosch , with Champagne reception and complimentary nougat Guided Cape Town tour and visit to Table Mountain , including return cable car ticket Full-day Cape Peninsula tour including Chapman’s Peak Drive Visit to Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden Whale-watching cruise

9 nights ’ bed and breakfast accommodation at hotels in Hermanus (1), Albertinia (2), Mossel Bay (2), Stellenbosch (1) and Cape Town (3 nights), plus 2 nights on the aircraft 3 lunches and 4 dinners Return flights to Cape Town (on selected dates the flight will be indirect) Air-conditioned travel and transfers throughout Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager Departures from various UK airports YOUR TOUR INCLUDES

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Terms and conditions *Save 15% discount applies to certain wish-list tours on new bookings made by the 31 March 2025 and cannot be applied retrospectively to bookings already confirmed. 15% off must be redeemed through the promo code GAW15. This offer does not include child pricing. This offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Single supplements apply. Some activities will be dependent on season and weather. When booking a holiday as described above, prices shown will automatically have the discount applied. Newmarket Holidays reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any tour. These holidays are organised and operated by Newmarket Holidays Ltd. ABTOT 5509. ATOL protected 2325. ABTA V7812.

Borde Hill

Batcombe House

David Hurrion

Abbotsbury

David Hurrion

This BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine exclusive tour of Dorset and Somerset offers a full taste of the West Country’s garden offerings. Enjoy guided tours, talks from head gardeners and free visits for independent exploration. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh 22-26 September | 4 nights/5 days from £1,459pp* DAY 1 Check in. Enjoy a welcome drink, an introductory talk by David Hurrion and a group dinner. DAY 2 The first tour takes us to Mapperton House and Gardens , home to the Earl and Countess of Sandwich, with a guided tour of the gardens. Free time for lunch (not included) followed by a drive to Mappercombe Manor , which dates from the 17th century. DAY 3 In the morning, we visit Batcombe House for a guided tour with David Hurrion. We then head to The Newt , a Georgian estate with exquisite grounds and gardens. DAY 4 We visit Dorset’s Isle of Purbeck and Careys Secret Garden – a project to restore a neglected walled garden that was left wild for over 40 years. In the afternoon, we head to Sculpture by the Lakes , where we will have time to enjoy the art and landscape while exploring the garden. DAY 5 Morning visit to Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens . After free time for lunch (not included), we go to the 900-year-old Forde Abbey .

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GARDEN HIGHLIGHTS Mapperton House and Gardens Mappercombe Manor Batcombe House Gardens The Newt Careys Secret Garden Sculpture by the Lakes 4 nights’ bed and breakfast at The Crown Hotel 2 x three-course dinners with tea/coffee; one with wine included All talks, guided tours, and admissions as per itinerary All coach travel YOURACCOMMODATION The Crown Hotel is a winning choice for locals and visitors alike, thanks to characterful spaces, fine food and warm hospitality. Abbotsbury Forde Abbey

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The Newt

Terms and conditions Organised by and subject to the booking conditions of Travel Editions Group Ltd. Experts/locations may be substituted. All timings are approximate, and the order of itinerary may vary according to local conditions and the tour manager’s discretion. The tour price is based on a minimum of 35 and maximum of 40 people. Joining instructions will be sent 14 days prior to departure. Price excludes holiday insurance, transfers, meals other than those stated, and items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls, porterage and gratuities. *Dorset & Somerset: pricing from £1,459 per person based on twin/double share. Double room for sole use for the tour: £457. Post- tour extra nights are available at a supplement.

Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Humbie Dean Garden

David Hurrion

Floors Castle

David Hurrion

This exclusive tour for BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine readers focuses on the gardens of the beautiful Scottish Borders. You’ll visit wonderful gardens, with a mix of guided tours and free visits. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh 7-11 July | 4 nights/5 days from £1,295pp* DAY 1 Arrive independently at Peebles Hydro Hotel from 3pm. Enjoy a welcome drink at 6pm, followed by a group dinner. DAY 2 The tour starts with a visit to Dawyck Botanic Garden , with some of Britain’s oldest and tallest trees and shrubs. Free time for lunch (not included) before heading to the attractive walled gardens at Kailzie . DAY 3 Start the day at Floors Castle , the largest inhabited castle in Scotland. Time for lunch (not included), before heading to Monteviot Gardens , which surround the early 18th-century lodge. DAY 4 The first visit is to the 200-year-old gardens at Carolside , which contain a collection of ancient roses. We then head to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh , home to some of the world’s rarest and most threatened plants. DAY 5 The final day starts with a visit to the 18th-century garden of Amisfield . In the afternoon, we visit the final attraction of our tour, the ornamental and wooded garden at Humbie Dean .

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GARDEN HIGHLIGHTS Dawyck Botanic Garden Kailzie Gardens Floors Castle Monteviot Gardens Carolside Gardens Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Amisfield Walled Garden Humbie Dean Garden YOURACCOMMODATION Peebles Hydro Hotel is a 4 nights’ bed and breakfast at the 4-star Hydro Hotel, Peebles Welcome reception 1 x 3-course dinner with wine and 3 further dinners All talks, guided tours, and admissions as per itinerary Coach travel

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four-star hotel with breathtaking views

Dawyck Estate

Terms and conditions Organised by and subject to the booking conditions of Travel Editions Group Ltd. Experts/locations may be substituted. All timings are approximate, and the order of itinerary may vary according to local conditions and the tour manager’s discretion. The tour price is based on a minimum of 35 and maximum of 40 people. Joining instructions will be sent 14 days prior to departure. Price excludes holiday insurance, transfers, meals other than those stated, and items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls, porterage and gratuities. *Scottish Borders: pricing from £1,295 per person is based on twin/ double share. Double room for sole use for the tour: £456. Post- tour extra nights are available at a supplement.

Winter Festival, Edinburgh Old Town

From £699 per person*

Forest Lodge Ride the Northern Belle to the Royal Yacht Britannia 1 day, Saturday 15 November 2025 Royal Yacht Britannia Northern Belle

Embark on a luxurious journey to Edinburgh aboard the Northern Belle to visit the Royal Yacht Britannia . Enjoy a mimosa cocktail and three-course brunch as you admire Scotland’s scenery, with insights from former Royal Press Secretary Dickie Arbiter LVO. Tour the yacht’s five decks in Leith, uncovering its royal history, before exploring Edinburgh at your leisure. Conclude your journey in style with champagne and a six- course dinner on the return trip to York.

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES: Round-trip travel on the Northern Belle luxury train An exclusive talk from Dickie Arbiter LVO A welcome sparkling mimosa cocktail Delicious three-course brunch on the outward journey Visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia , including transfers and admission Champagne reception on board, including canapés and caviar blinis A sumptuous six-course dinner Sommelier’s choice - one bottle of wine per couple Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee

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Dickie Arbiter LVO is the best known of all the former Royal Press Secretaries and served the late Queen Elizabeth II for over 12 years. Dickie has had unprecedented access to some of the most notable figures of our time.

Dickie Arbiter LVO

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Terms and conditions *From price is per person, based on two people sharing a four-seat table; to book a table for two there is a £100pp surcharge, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement not available. Deposit 30%. Train is not wheelchair accessible. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd.

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