Two iconic gardens and a nostalgic steam train trip await on this fabulous short break! Visit Kew Gardens in the leafy London suburb of Richmond and the RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey plus a nostalgic heritage steam train ride on the wonderful Watercress Line, through the beautiful Hampshire countryside. We also visit the beautiful cathedral city of Winchester to round off the tour.
5 days from £599pp £1,198 for 2 people Single Room Supplement from £139pp
Book NowRegional departure by coach or Home Connect service, then travel to Basingstoke for a four-night stay.
In the world-famous Kew Gardens, over 50,000 living plants thrive within this remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site. There’s plenty to discover, from the soaring Temperate House and the exotic Princess of Wales Conservatory to the striking Great Pagoda and iconic Palm House. After exploring, we return to the hotel in time for dinner.
Today, we visit historic Winchester, England’s ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great. Admire its magnificent cathedral and explore the city’s many world-class attractions.
Later, enjoy a nostalgic journey aboard a heritage steam train on the Watercress Line, taking in the evocative sights, sounds, and scents of steam travel as it winds through 10 miles of beautiful Hampshire countryside, adjacent to the South Downs National Park.
We travel to Surrey today to visit the RHS flagship, RHS Garden Wisley. Spanning 240 acres, this is both the historic home of the RHS and a garden looking firmly to the future, featuring the planet-friendly RHS Hilltop – The Home of Gardening Science. Learn about the pioneering research taking place to help protect the natural world, and enjoy highlights such as the World Food Garden, the tranquil Wellbeing Garden, and the Wildlife Garden alive with insects. From the fragrant Bowes-Lyon Rose Garden to the tropical Glasshouse and the sweeping views atop Battleston Hill, every corner offers something to delight the senses.
Return home.
You will stay for four nights at the 4-star Apollo Hotel in Basingstoke.
Location: Aldermaston Roundabout, Basingstoke, RG24 9NU
The Apollo Hotel is a welcoming, independent hotel in the Hampshire town of Basingstoke. Bedrooms are thoughtfully appointed with a bath and power shower, desk, armchair, hairdryer, luggage stand, and a handy hospitality tray. After a day exploring, the hotel’s leisure club offers the perfect retreat, with an indoor pool, spa pool, sauna, and steam room. Dining is equally inviting, whether it’s a relaxed meal in the Brasserie Restaurant or a drink in the characterful Library Bar and Lounge.Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can
Single Supplement from £139.00
Main Image courtesy of Mid Hants Railway
