Villa Petraia, watercolour by M. Nixon, publ. 1916.
House & Garden tours and events
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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I had high expectations of this tour and they were substantially exceeded! I thought the planning and execution of it were both excellent. Thank you! "
Gastronomic Sicily - Food & wine in the west
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So much to choose from – we saw most of the main Minoan sites and others of interest. My aim was to be “educated” in the Minoan and I feel I was. "
Minoan Crete - History and archaeology
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Dana Healey's lectures informed us of the country's complex history and influences in a manner intelligible to all of us. Her willingness to be further grilled "after hours" was much appreciated. "
Vietnam: History, People, Food - From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh
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This was a fairy tale trip which will live in the memory for a long time. Congratulations to Martin Randall Travel for choosing such an eclectic topic and reaching such a high standard in a country where tourism is not highly developed. "
Moldavia & Transylvania - Towns, villages and painted churches on the edge of Europe
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For me this was a life-enhancing tour which has left me with so many vivid memories that will forever hold me in their thrall. It was perfect in every detail. "
Frank Lloyd Wright - and the Chicago School