Garden Tours · WORLDWIDE
The 15 best full-day garden trips you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Cycle Versailles gardens, shop for a French picnic, visit the Trianons, and enter the palace on this full-day guided bike tour.
“Fat Bike Tour OJ was fantastic. So knowledgeable, friendly, fun! Would definitely recommend this bike tour in Versailles.”
Visit Monet’s Giverny gardens and Van Gogh’s Auvers-sur-Oise on a small-group day trip from Paris with transport and guides included.
“Wonderful day with just 5 people in a van with our tour guide, Alfonso (Alf). Our morning at Giverny was magical, walking Monet's gardens, seeing the water lilies from the very bridge he painted and walking through his home. Learning more about Monet's personal history brought his paintings to life. From there, we drove to Auver-sur-Oise where Van Gogh spent his final two months and painted 74 (!) masterpieces. We even had lunch in the restaurant where he ate every single day! It was an amazing experience to stand in the very spots he did as he painted the scenery and buildings of this quaint little town. Bonus tip from…”
See Valensole’s lavender fields, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, and the Verdon River on a small-group day trip from Marseille.
“We loved this trip and had a great time with our guide, Coline, she was so friendly and informative about the lavender and the valensole region”
Review of the Valensole lavender tour from Aix, with farm visits, Moustiers, Verdon Gorge, lake time, costs, tips, and practical details.
“Totally enjoyed the day trip. The guide is cheerful.”
Review of Jaipur’s private 8-hour city tour, including Hawa Mahal, Amer, City Palace, markets, and hands-on block printing.
“The guide for my tour was Soni and he did a lovely job walking me through the Old City, explaining the history of the area and various significant buildings, and introducing me to new foods. He’s even an excellent photographer and got some great shots of me! 10/10 recommend.”
Explore Versailles gardens, Marie Antoinette’s hamlet, and the palace on a small-group tour with guide Alistair.
“Alastair was brilliant. He brought the humanity of Versailles to life through the stories of those who occupied it in context of their economic, religious and philosophical context. It was a memorable day spent at a leisurely pace. My highlight - Marie Antoinette’s hamlet; and the history of men’s fashion in the Hall of the Battles. Thanks for the memories Alastair.”
Review of Avignon’s Provence lavender tour: small-group minivan ride, hill towns, markets, Sénanque Abbey, timing, value, and practical tips.
“I expected a little more connection to the lavender fields on this tour, but it was really just a tour of Provence, with two lavender field stops, one including the lavender shop at the Abbey. Expected that we would be taken to a lavender plantation where we could buy high quality lavender products. Our guide was very lovely, but some commentary along the way would have been nice. I did appreciate the market stop in L'Isle sur la Sorge and the ice-cream recommendation in Roussillon.”
Review of Jaipur’s flower market and landmark tour, with Amber Fort, block printing, transport options, value, tips, and practical advice.
“I had an amazing experience with the Jaipur city tour. The route covers all the most emblematic landmarks of Jaipur, from the forts to the palaces and the vibrant markets. Everything was very well organized and felt completely safe throughout the day. The driver was always there to accompany me to each site, making the journey smooth and stress-free. As a woman traveling alone, I truly appreciated the safety, reliability, and care provided. I would highly recommend this tour to any solo female travelers looking to explore Jaipur with peace of mind.”
Review of Kanazawa’s full-day samurai, matcha, garden and geisha tour, with walking demands, costs, sights, guide quality and practical tips.
“My tour guide Akari, was so lovely. Extremely friendly, funny and most importantly very knowledgeable. I have wanted to visit an ancient samurai village since I was a young boy and it did not disappoint. Visiting without a guide is a mistake because I learnt so much about the samurai culture, history and their bloodline, which I would never have learnt without my guide. The whole tour is wonderful and everything is expiring, beautiful and just perfect if you love Japanese old and new history and culture like myself. Prepare yourself for a lot of walking but you won't regret this trip. Trust a brotherRead more”
Review of the Marseille to Sault lavender tour, with Sault, Gordes, Sénanque Abbey, a distillery visit, practical tips, and value advice.
“Virgine was an excellent host and was very knowledgeable. We had a memorable and unforgettable day with her.”
Review of Kanazawa’s full-day walking tour, covering samurai homes, matcha, Kenrokuen Garden, and geisha districts.
“Had an amazing full day tour with Lee! Very knowledgeable guide and very friendly. He perfectly knew how to pace the tour according to the group. I would recommend for anyone who is visiting a hidden gem like Kanazawa.”
Review of a private Cape Peninsula and Kirstenbosch tour from Cape Town, covering scenic drives, penguins, Cape Point, gardens, costs, and tips.
“This is a great private tour. David the owner was very knowledgable, took us and informed about all the best spots in and around Capetown. It was a great way to see the highlights in one day. Highly recommend.”
Review of a private Sintra day tour from Lisbon, with Pena Palace, Moorish Castle, historic streets, and Azenhas do Mar.
“Excelente tour privado, com guia Diogo que nos deu todas as informações históricas do local. Indico essa empresa para todas as pessoas que queiram fazer o passeio em Sintra.”
Review of Mauritius North tour with Pamplemousses Garden, Port Louis sights, lunch, transfers, museums, and practical booking advice.
“Terrible experience , started with a small car where we were all cooped up for what the driver said a 45 min drive each way, but reality is 2 hrs. The driver was on the phone using the car loud speaker taking personal calls multiple time speakiRead more”
Review of Osaka’s private car tour, covering temples, gardens, Shinsekai, Sakai kofun tombs, flexible pacing, costs, and practical tips.
“Kevin was amazing. He has lived here for many years, knows the language and customs well. We learned more about the Japanese culture in one day than our previous 9 day bus tour of Tokyo and Kyoto. This was an excellent conclusion of a 2 week vacation.”
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