Land Journey
4 day Diggers Club Gardens in Spring
Exclusive Diggers Club Gardens in Spring
Enjoy an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the work of The Diggers Club. Learn about the not-for-profit’s bank of heirloom seeds, which preserves the integrity of its organic seeds. Meet founders Clive and Penny Blazey, whose ongoing efforts ensure a diversity of plant life. Visit the Diggers Club gardens – The Garden of St Erth and Heronswood – and meet the head gardener of each operation for private tours. Explore the history and stories behind some of the Mornington Peninsula’s private gardens.
This journey departs:
26 October 2026
Highlights
The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.
Visit Diggers Club Gardens
Join the head gardeners of Heronswood and The Garden of St Erth for tours of each garden.
Rare Insights
Enjoy behind-the-scenes access to the headquarters of the Diggers Club and admire its diverse gardens.
Victoria in spring splendour
Discover the history and stories behind some of the Mornington Peninsula’s private gardens while meeting their owners and garden designers.
Botanical Guide - Talei Kenyon
Be escorted by an expert Botanical Guide, who will offer insightful talks on various topics and be available for informal discussions, enriching your travel experience.
Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne
Explore the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, which showcases Australia’s native plants across its beautifully designed landscapes. Image: Visit Victoria
Inclusions
See below for an overview of your tour’s inclusions and featured sightseeing.
Tour the Diggers Club Gardens, The Garden of St Erth and Heronswood, with their head gardeners
Enjoy lunch with Diggers Club Founders, Clive and Penny Blazey
See spring colour at gardens in the Macedon Ranges and Mornington Peninsula
Take a tour of the organic kitchen garden at Babbington Park, owned by chef Annie Smithers
Travel with a small group of 15-25 guests, escorted by an expert Botanical Guide
Includes three nights’ accommodation in a five-star hotel, return private airport-to-hotel transfers, plus nine meals and select beverages
Relax aboard a spacious coach with an experienced and informative Coach Captain
All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Itinerary
Your day-by-day itinerary details the gardens and other sights that make up your journey.
Trip Notes
Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Fitness rating: Low
Group Size: 15-25 guests
What our customers are saying
A very enjoyable four days. It was so good to meet Clive and Penny Blazey and learn from them. A very well organised and implemented itinerary.
Ruth - Exclusive Diggers Club Gardens in Spring