Gardens · 1-DAY TOURS

Full-Day Garden Trips: the 15 Best Worldwide

35 tours  ·  from $38 a head

A whole day buys the gardens that are an hour or two out of the city, with the transport solved. These 15 are compared on how much of the day is driving and what else is bundled in.

From Paris: Giverny, Monet’s Home & Gardens Half-Day Trip - Meeting the coach in Paris
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From Paris: Giverny, Monet’s Home & Gardens Half-Day Trip

1.Giverny, Monet’s Home & Gardens Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,887 reviews · 6 hours - 690 minutes · from $89Our pick

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Paris to Giverny, where an English-speaking guide such as Liz, Thelma, or Daniel introduces Monet’s life before you explore his house and gardens with an audio app. You also get free village time and a stop at Monet’s tomb. Choose the longer option to add Versailles.

“Liz was an excellent guide and shared her knowledge about art history in a very relatable way on the bus ride to Monet's House and gardens. She was also very clear with her instructions and compassionate in helping such a large group get organised! it was wonderful to see all the flowers in bloom and enjoy some wonderful weather even at this time of the season. A great day out - thank you!”

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Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver - The morning ride to the ferry
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Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver

2.Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,242 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $232

Ride coach and BC Ferries from Vancouver to Victoria, tour downtown, enjoy free time, then explore 55-acre Butchart Gardens. Guides such as Tim, Gavin, Baz, and Carol add local stories and practical help. Expect a beautiful but very long day, often 13 to 15 hours with hotel pickup and drop-off.

“Loved this excursion. Driver had a great personality and good stories. However his driving was jerky not smooth.”

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Giverny Small-Group Half Day Trip with Monet’s Gardens from Paris - The ride from Paris and the special entrance
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Giverny Small-Group Half Day Trip with Monet’s Gardens from Paris

3.Giverny Small-Group Half Day Trip with Monet’s Gardens from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,663 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $157Top rated

Travel from Paris to Giverny in a minivan with a group of no more than eight. Your guide leads you through the Clos Normand flower garden, Japanese water garden, Monet’s colorful home, and his gravesite. Guides such as Kenny, Lucy, Frankie, and Marius are praised for lively art and local stories, while free time lets you explore at your own pace.

“It shouldn’t be missed! Nicholas was informed, professional and lots of fun. He’s a great driver as well.”

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Amsterdam: Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip - The ride through Lisse and the bulb-growing area
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Amsterdam: Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip

4.Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,063 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $106

Spend about nine hours visiting Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans from central Amsterdam. Your multilingual guide handles transport, entry, and commentary, with time to explore flowers, windmills, clogs, and cheese. Add an open ticket for a one-hour canal cruise. Guides may include Diana, Maija, Els, or Marian and Markos.

“It was a great day although a little longer than expected due to an accident on the highway which made us start later than normal.”

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Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul - Nami Island’s famous tree-lined paths
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Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

5.Mt. Seorak+Nami Island+Garden of Morning Calm Day Trip from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 959 reviews · from $95

Leave central Seoul for a full day of mountain trails, temple scenery, Nami Island, and the Garden of Morning Calm. You travel by air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking guide such as Patrick, Andrew, Ki, or CJ. Entrance fees and Nami’s ferry are included, but Mt. Seorak’s cable car, meals, and Nami’s zip wire cost extra.

“Really lovely scenic spots. Ki was a very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. It was a pleasant day out of the city. It was well coordinated.”

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From Paris: Guided Day Trip to Monet's Garden in Giverny - Meeting the minibus near the Arc de Triomphe
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From Paris: Guided Day Trip to Monet’s Garden in Giverny

6.Guided Day Trip to Monet’s Garden in Giverny

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 751 reviews · 5 hours · from $153

Travel by minibus from central Paris to Giverny with an English-speaking guide such as Laurent, Tim, or Etienne. See Monet’s house, flower garden, Japanese water garden, and modest grave. The small-group format makes the one-hour transfer easy, while early departures can help you avoid the heaviest crowds.

“Etienne our guide was awesome. This is a fun half day trip and i would recommend it if you’re in Paris.”

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Day Trip to Nami Island with Rail bike and The Garden of Morning Calm - Nami Island: beautiful, popular, and dependent on timing
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Day Trip to Nami Island with Rail bike and The Garden of Morning Calm

7.Day Trip to Nami Island with Rail bike and The Garden of Morning Calm

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 459 reviews · from $76

Spend 11 to 12 hours beyond Seoul with stops at the Garden of Morning Calm, Nami Island, and Gangchon Rail-bike Park. You get round-trip transport, an English or Chinese-speaking guide, all three admission fees, and free time on Nami Island. Guides such as Jiwon, Laura, and Eric have been praised for clear instructions and warm help.

“Everything was amazing with June, she was really care about every person on the tour and explained everything very clear about the places we visited. I highly recommend this tour with them. Muy lindo todo, June siempre fue muy amable y nos explico muy bien todo. Lo recomiendo.”

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Day Trip to Nami Island with The Garden of Morning Calm - Meeting the coach and settling into the day
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Day Trip to Nami Island with The Garden of Morning Calm

8.Day Trip to Nami Island with The Garden of Morning Calm

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 215 reviews · from $50

Spend a full day beyond Seoul at Nami Island and the Garden of Morning Calm. You get air-conditioned transport, admission to both sites, and free time to walk, cycle, photograph, or try optional activities such as the zipline. Guides including HaKim, Stella, Robert, Heather, and John have received praise for warm, helpful service, though traffic can shorten your time.

“It was a nice escape from the busy city of Seoul and to experience the autumn in this beautiful part of South Korea.”

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Giverny's House & Gardens plus Versailles Palace Day Trip with Lunch from Paris - Starting near the Eiffel Tower at 8:15 a.m.
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Giverny’s House & Gardens plus Versailles Palace Day Trip with Lunch from Paris

9.Giverny’s House & Gardens plus Versailles Palace Day Trip with Lunch from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 214 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $387

Travel by air-conditioned minibus from near the Eiffel Tower to Monet’s home and gardens at Giverny, then enjoy lunch with drinks at the riverside Moulin de Fourges before a guided visit to Versailles. Groups are limited to 16, with free time at both sites and the Musical Fountain Show on eligible dates.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. This was a good mix of guided time and time on our own to explore and experience both locations.”

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Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise - The Kagerplassen windmill cruise
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Amsterdam: Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise

10.Day trip to Tulip Farm, Keukenhof + Windmill Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 211 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $102

Spend about nine hours touring the Dutch bulb region from Amsterdam. Meet third-generation farmer Daan at De Tulperij, cruise past windmills and villages on the Kagerplassen, then explore Keukenhof with admission and transport included. The tour runs in English, uses an air-conditioned bus, and lets you choose when to return from Keukenhof.

“Well organized and driven in clean, air-conditioned bus to beautiful tulip fields and then to the unbelievable, beautiful Keukenhof gardens.”

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Vancouver to Victoria Day Trip by Seaplane + Butchart Gardens - Touching down in Victoria’s Inner Harbour
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Vancouver to Victoria Day Trip by Seaplane + Butchart Gardens

11.Vancouver to Victoria Day Trip by Seaplane + Butchart Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 200 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $525

Fly Harbour Air from downtown Vancouver to Victoria in about 35 minutes, then take a narrated coach to Butchart Gardens. Admission and return flights are included, with free time in Victoria before your afternoon or evening flight back. Drivers such as Rob and Pam have added useful local commentary, but schedules and bus connections require careful attention.

“On time, professionally managed trip. It was great. Butchart Gardens deserves to be world best — gorgeous. Harbor Air was a treat.”

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Malaga: Granada Day Trip with Alhambra, Palaces and Gardens - The Malaga departure points and long ride north
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Malaga: Granada Day Trip with Alhambra, Palaces and Gardens

12.Malaga: Granada Day Trip with Alhambra, Palaces and Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 197 reviews · from $111

Travel from Malaga to Granada in a comfortable vehicle, then tour the Alhambra with a live guide in English, French, or Spanish. You’ll see the Nasrid Palaces and Generalife Gardens, use skip-the-line entry, and return to one of three Malaga drop-off points. Guides Laura and Anabelle have both been praised for attentive care.

“The tour of the Alhambra was excellent as was the guide we had there. The only downside to the overall event was there were only two pickup locations and both were a significant distance for us. A few more locations would significantly increase availability.”

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Lavender in Luberon Small Group Half-Day Trip - Riding through the Luberon for two hours
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Lavender in Luberon Small Group Half-Day Trip

13.Lavender in Luberon Small Group Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 161 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $108

Travel from Avignon in an air-conditioned minivan with up to eight people, stopping at lavender fields, Roussillon, Goult, Gordes, and Sénanque Abbey. Guides such as Yannis, Emilie, Romane, and François are praised for their local insight and friendly manner. The five-hour trip is scenic and efficient, but time in the villages is short.

“This is an excellent tour. Our guide, Emilie, was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and chatty. She made the trip so much better. The trip itself is a great whistle stop tour, but it's a whistle stop tour only. I would have liked to spend more time in these places, but I can always go back.”

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Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip + Butchart Gardens - Landing in Victoria’s Inner Harbour
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Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip + Butchart Gardens

14.Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip + Butchart Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 141 reviews · from $504

Fly by Harbour Air from downtown Vancouver to Victoria’s Inner Harbour, ride a narrated coach to Butchart Gardens, then spend about three and a half hours exploring Victoria before flying back. The $504 price includes return airfare, garden admission, and ground transport. Bring photo ID and check in 40 minutes early.

“It was a good flight that took me to one of the most beautiful gardens in the World!”

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From Marrakech: Day Trip to Anima Garden and Imlil Valley - The drive through Asni Valley to Imlil
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From Marrakech: Day Trip to Anima Garden and Imlil Valley

15.Day Trip to Anima Garden and Imlil Valley

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 122 reviews · 8 hours · from $39Best value

Escape Marrakech for Anima André Heller Garden and Imlil Valley. You’ll see unusual art among global plants, walk about two hours toward a waterfall, visit Berber villages, eat tajine with mint tea, and stop at an argan cooperative. Small groups, hotel pickup, and guides such as Rachid, Mohammed, and Abdellatif make the day personal.

“very lovely driver spoke to us throughout the journey, took is around the garden and a great atlas mountain guide making sure we get to the waterfall safely and if needed a hand he would help with it being no trouble. lovely food at the end of the walk.”

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