Gorgeous garden inspiration from Europe and beyond
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| | | | | Get some ideas for your own plot, whether it’s a backyard or a windowsill, and enjoy wandering through a feast of blooms on these tours which include some spectacular gardens. From the water lilies which inspired Claude Monet and the colourful jardin of Yves St Laurent’s former home, to the subtropical delights of Madeira and a pretty lakeside villa in Italy, exploring peaceful gardens is the perfect way to relax and recharge. Or, if you enjoy your flora a little wilder, take a tour of South Africa’s spectacular Garden Route. Plus, we have some tips for keeping your own garden beautiful while you’re away. | | The Guardian Holidays team
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From the archives: Marrakech is famed for its pink-hued historic buildings and souks, but just as important to the city are its beautiful gardens. | | Read more |
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| | | | Marrakech and the Atlas Mountains
Visit the stunning Jardin Majorelle, enjoy a guided tour through the medina and souks and journey into the Atlas mountains. | | View details |
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| ‘I’ve never seen lily pads so big’ | | |
| | Readers’ favourite gardens in Europe
Our tipsters enjoy glorious fragrances and waves of shimmering colour at historic and absorbing gardens from Spain to Sweden. |
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| | | | | Highlights of Normandy: Monet’s Garden, Rouen and Honfleur
A visit to Monet’s home and garden which inspired his work is just one of the highlights of this classic tour of northern France. | | View details |
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| | | | Madeira, the Pearl of the Atlantic
Visit the beautiful Palheiro and Monte Palace tropical gardens plus discover picturesque Funchal, Câmara de Lobo and more… | | View details |
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| | | | Walks and gardens of the French Riviera - save £100pp
Enjoy coastal walking on the Cote d’Azur and discover some of the region’s beautiful gardens such as Serre de la Madone. | | View details |
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| | | | Lake Como, St Moritz & the Bernina Express - save up to 15%
Combining lakeside elegance with alpine landscapes, this tour includes a visit to the gardens of Villa del Balbianello. Prices shown include the discount. | | View details |
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| Trip of the week | | South Africa and the Garden Route - save up to £290pp
| | | | While it’s not strictly speaking a garden, South Africa’s Garden Route is a home to a spectacular amount of flora and fauna. Along with exploring the beautiful landscapes of the route you’ll also visit Cape Town, search for amazing wildlife in Addo Elephant National Park and enjoy a cellar tour in Stellenbosch.
Save £190pp 3 August 2024, £100pp 7 September 2024 or £90pp 20 July and 25 September 2024 (prices shown include these discounts) plus save an extra £100pp when you quote 24GUA100. | | View details |
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