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Villa Petraia, watercolour by M. Nixon, publ. 1916.

House & Garden tours

From great historical gardens to the private oases of garden designers and homeowners, our house and garden tours offer an escape from the urban environment. The focus spans classical forms of domestic architecture, where country houses, villas and private gardens act as places of refuge, freedom and self-expression, to brilliant modern public spaces, designed to keep the preoccupations of the city at a distance.

We offer the chance to explore every aspect of the garden and its environs, from great Renaissance creations in Italy and France to the cultural traditions of Japan’s exquisite temple gardens; from famous gardens and little-known treasures in the northern counties of Scotland, to the wild flora of Portugal and the allure of Tuscany. Privileged access is a feature, with contributions from garden designers, homeowners and head gardeners.

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Walking to Derbyshire Houses Magnificent countryside and great country houses

Versailles: Seat of the Sun King The greatest palace & garden

Great Houses of the North Derbyshire, Yorkshire, Co. Durham, Northumberland

Walking in Southern Bohemia From castle to castle in glorious countryside

Great Swedish Houses Royal residences, country estates and provincial palaces

" Well planned. Excellent academic and organisational staff. Always an interesting group of fellow voyeurs. Privileged visits and experiences. " Walking to Derbyshire Houses - Magnificent countryside and great country houses

" Of all my many MRT trips this one must come near the top of my list – thank you – it was a really wonderful trip. " Versailles: Seat of the Sun King - The greatest palace & garden

" We are dedicated fans of Martin Randall Travel. We love the emphasis on history, art, and culture. Getting to travel with a small like-minded group is a treat. We look forward to more trips with MRT. " Great Houses of the North - Derbyshire, Yorkshire, Co. Durham, Northumberland

" All visits seemed to work seamlessly. " Walking in Southern Bohemia - From castle to castle in glorious countryside

" Great Swedish Houses was an excellent tour and Ulrica an outstanding lecturer. " Great Swedish Houses - Royal residences, country estates and provincial palaces

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House & Garden tours