2016 Tour Schedule

Our tour elves are hard at work creating a diverse
and exciting roster of  tours spanning the globe
in 2016.  Here are some of the amazing travel
experiences in store. To join the Interest List for
these tours please click on the tour page.

Oaxaca, Mexico  Rich in history and culture, Oaxaca is a
fascinating destination where you can appreciate ancient
civilizations, colonial art, stunning architecture and
vibrant private gardens.  February 15-21, 2016.
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here for more info.

Costa Rica  A stunning treasure trove of natural beauty,
we'll roam from volcanoes to coastal rain forests in this
lovely and eco-friendly country.  March 23 - 31, 2016.
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here for more info.

Charleston & Savannah  Step back in time to a world of
colonial mansions, antebellum homes and peaceful
public squares shaded by ancient live oaks.   Experience
the beauty and charm of America’s only tea garden and
taste freshly-brewed American Classic Tea. Our visit is
timed for peak bloom of magnolia, daffodil, iris, camellia,
early azalea and rose, flowering fruit tree, and so much
more.   April 4-11, 2016. Click
here for more info.

Wildcoast Cabo Pulmo - Cabo Pulmo National Park is a
17,000 acre Marine Protected Area established twenty years
ago to protect the northernmost coral reef in the Eastern
Pacific. The fragile coral reef ecosystems are alive with the
ocean's fish and other organisms that you will experience first
hand. Join us to discover the wonder of this protected and
pristine coastline while learning about current conservation
strategies April 21-25, 2016. Click
here for more info.

Napa : Gardens  of the California Wine Country
Gardens of the California Wine Country, Napa May -15-21, 2016. Join the Pennsylvania
Horticultural Society for an extraordinary 6-day tour of the picturesque California wine country.
We’ll enjoy private wine tastings, visit amazing private gardens and have private guided tours
at outstanding public gardens including Quarryhill Botanical Garden, The Ruth Bancroft
Garden and Western Hills Garden. Our home base for this tour will be the charming town of
Sonoma where we’ll stay at MacArthur Place, conveniently located near historic Sonoma
Plaza. Click
here for more info.

Marrakech: Gardens, Culture & Cuisine  
Come with us to the exotic city of Marrakech and explore its fascinating medina, the
Palmeraie, and Berber villages in the High Atlas Mountains. Once the capital of southern
Morocco, the Imperial City of Marrakech is an alluring oasis with a temperate climate and
fascinating sights. May 12 - 21, 2016.  For more info
click
here.

Spain:   From Madrid to La Granja, we will explore the
historic cities of Aranjuez, Segovia, Pedraza de la Sierra,
and Toledo, as well as invitiations to private homes,
gardens, and art collections.  May 23 - June 1, 2016.
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here for more info.

Gardens of Vancouver & Victoria   Friendly people, stunning vistas, a vibrant downtown,
and gardens bursting with blooms, Vancouver is a must-see for all plant lovers.  June 6-13,
2016. For more info click
here.

Gardens of Greater Chicago Join us in the city of Chicago to visit top public and private
gardens of the Windy City and surrounding towns and hamlets. June 23-28, 2016. For more
info click
here.

Oaxaca, Mexico  Rich in history and culture, Oaxaca is a fascinating destination where you
can appreciate ancient civilizations, colonial art, stunning architecture and vibrant private
gardens.  July 23-29, 2016. Click
here for more info.

Bali & Singapore  This legendary island is home to an amazing array of private gardens,
and we are invited guests.  Come spend a leisurely summer week in this tropical paradise.   
September 2016. For more info click
here.

Japan  We'll include the must-see highlights, emphasizing
the long history of horticultural tradition in Japan through a
visit to some of the best gardens Japan has to offer while
traveling through the landscape that has inspired garden
designers for generations. For more info click
here.
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