Europe & UK
Join us in Europe to see some of the world’s most exceptional gardens. Whether elaborately designed within castle grounds, arranged and curated for celebrated flower shows, or simply left to the hand of nature, they are invariably a thing of wonder and beauty.
Overview
Europe has a long and storied gardening history, perfected over centuries. Your expert Botanical Guide will take you to the continent’s renowned flower shows, as well as its secluded private gardens. While our cruise itineraries reveal some of the globe’s most remote and pristine terrain, embellished by nature and enjoyed by wildlife.
- We’ve timed your journey to take place during the most favourable season in each region
- Be escorted by our informative and professional Botanical Guides
- Visit London’s Chelsea Flower Show, the world’s most celebrated
- Enjoy a range of cruising options, including by river ship, small ship and barge
- See the superb alpine flowers found in the meadows, hills and mountain areas surrounding Lake Bohinj
- Relax, knowing that all details – including tipping – have been taken care of
- Visit private gardens, often not open to the public
- Travel in a small group of between 15 and 30 guests
Upcoming Journeys
9 Days
22 May 2025
Mediterranean Islands, Romantic Gardens & A Private Small Ship Serenade
Malta to Valencia
12 Days
15 May 2025
A Royal Passion for Gardens & the Lord of the Highlands
London to Edinburgh
17 Days
29 June 2025
8 Days
16 May 2025
Gardens of the Italian Lakes, Slovenia & Croatian Islands Cruise
Milan to Dubrovnik
15 Days
10 June 2025
Renaissance Gardens of Italy by Canal Boat & Tuscan Landscapes
Venice to Florence
10 Days
25 May 2025
14 Days
30 May 2025
In the Footsteps of Monty Don – Italy, Croatia & Adriatic Coast Cruise
Rome to Dubrovnik
17 Days
24 May 2025
9 Days
22 May 2025
Mediterranean Islands, Romantic Gardens & A Private Small Ship Serenade
Malta to Valencia
12 Days
15 May 2025
A Royal Passion for Gardens & the Lord of the Highlands
London to Edinburgh
17 Days
29 June 2025
8 Days
16 May 2025
Gardens of the Italian Lakes, Slovenia & Croatian Islands Cruise
Milan to Dubrovnik
15 Days
10 June 2025
Renaissance Gardens of Italy by Canal Boat & Tuscan Landscapes
Venice to Florence
10 Days
25 May 2025
14 Days
30 May 2025
In the Footsteps of Monty Don – Italy, Croatia & Adriatic Coast Cruise
Rome to Dubrovnik
17 Days
24 May 2025
Featured Brochure
2024 & 2025 Botanica World Discoveries
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Everything was wonderful. There were great sightseeing trips and the guides were very knowledgeable.