Hampton Court Tulip Festival & RHS Wisley

Spring colour and royal splendour come together at Hampton Court Palace’s Tulip Festival. Dazzling displays transform the gardens and historic courtyards, with vibrant blooms creating a spectacular setting for a springtime visit. Beyond the flowers, the palace’s grand halls and lavish State Apartments invite you to explore centuries of royal history.

RHS Garden Wisley offers further inspiration through beautifully planted gardens, extensive plant collections and the impressive Glasshouse. Take time to appreciate the changing spring displays, discover unfamiliar plants and gather ideas to bring home.

From vibrant tulips to exotic greenery, this delightful spring break combines glorious gardens with fascinating history, offering seasonal beauty and inspiration for garden lovers.

HILTON READING

Located on the outskirts of Reading, the Hilton offers stylish accommodation in contemporary surroundings. Air-conditioned bedrooms feature television, telephone, minibar, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and tea and coffee making facilities, with lifts serving all floors.

OXBO Kitchen offers relaxed dining with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients, while the bar provides an inviting setting for a drink in the evening. For relaxation and exercise, the leisure club features an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and well-equipped gym.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with dinner and breakfast
Admission to Hampton Court Palace and Tulip Festival
Admission to RHS Garden Wisley
Excursions as described in the tour itinerary
Return coach travel from your local pick up point

Day One

We travel south to Windsor, arriving mid-afternoon with time to explore this historic riverside town at your own pace. Admire the imposing castle, wander through the surrounding streets or browse the shops. You may prefer a stroll beside the Thames, enjoying the waterside views and watching the boats pass by. Later, we continue to the Hilton Reading, where you’ll have time to settle into your room before dinner this evening.

Day Two

Today we visit Hampton Court Palace for its spectacular Tulip Festival, the highlight of our spring break. Explore gardens and historic courtyards filled with colourful displays, where rich jewel tones and delicate pastel blooms stand out against the magnificent palace backdrop. Take your time to appreciate the tulips’ different shapes and shades, with striking planting combinations and beautiful views providing plenty of inspiration along the way.

There is also time to explore inside the palace, where grand halls and lavish State Apartments reveal centuries of royal history. Discover the stories of the monarchs and courtiers who lived here, admire the richly decorated interiors and experience the contrast between palace grandeur and the seasonal beauty outside.

B, D

Day Three

After breakfast, we check out and visit RHS Garden Wisley. Explore its beautifully planted gardens and extensive collections at your own pace, following paths through changing spring displays and pausing to admire the plants that catch your eye. The impressive Glasshouse adds another dimension, with exotic greenery and plants from different climates. Whether you are gathering ideas for your own garden or simply enjoying the surroundings, there is plenty to appreciate before we depart in the mid-afternoon and begin our homeward journey.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Nelson Pub	Bangor, Bus Stop Opposite Nelson Pub
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Chester	Chester, Holiday Inn South Hotel Bus Stop
Chirk	Chirk, Moreton Park Garden Centre
Colwyn Bay	Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop
Criccieth, Medical Centre	Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop
Ewloe	Ewloe, Social Club Bus Stop
Gaerwen	Gaerwen, Stermat Car Park
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llandygai	Llandygai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park)
Llanfairpwll Park & Ride	Llanfairpwll, Park & Ride
Llangefni	Llangefni, Church Street Bus Stop
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Oswestry	Oswestry, Mile End Services Coach Park
Penygroes	Penygroes, Bus Stop Opposite Co-op
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Wrexham	Wrexham, Bus Stand Lord Street
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop