ToursbyMarie
Garden Tours - An Inspiring Way to See the World
ToursbyMarie
Garden Tours - An Inspiring Way to See the World
Garden Tours for Garden Lovers
Are you a garden lover?
Are you dreaming of traveling to Europe to visit gardens but don’t know where to start?
You’ve come to the right place!
With over 10 years experience designing and leading garden trips to Europe, I can help you fulfill your dream and visit those gardens you’re longing to see.
Private gardens and more. You know about the must-sees and maybe you’ve already done them. But this time you’d like to dig deeper and get in to those private gardens you’ve heard so much about.
Be inspired and learn. At every garden we visit, you’ll meet the owner or the head gardener. You’ll learn about their vision.
They’ll explain the challenges they face and the solutions they use day to day.
Just enjoy, leave the planning to me. Focus on the joy of discoveries. Share your new garden insights with your friends. Observe, learn, and enjoy! Soak it all in!
You see what you want to see, I take care of the rest.
See all my garden tours below ↓
2026 Tours
In 2026 I will be leading a (for me) record number of custom group tours:
- 3 to Portugal
- 2 to England
- 3 to the Lakes of Italy
- 1 to Ireland
As a result I am fully booked for 2026.
2027 Tours
See below for all tours available for booking or enquiries in 2027.
Garden tour destinations
Ireland 2027 - Coming soon!
Very soon I’ll be announcing a garden tour trip to Ireland.
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Only 14 spots
Tulip Tour in the Netherlands
Discover the stunning and secluded tulip gardens of the Netherlands.
Join this small group tour.
The Cotswolds & the Chelsea Flower Show
Let the enchanting allure of the Cotswolds and the unparalleled brilliance of the Chelsea Flower Show ignite your passion.
Bring your group for this tour.
Secret Gardens of Venice
Explore hidden gems, mostly in private hands, both in the city center and on the islands of the lagoon.
Bring your group for this tour.
Spring Gardens of Portugal
From Porto to Sintra. Boutique hotels, tuk‑tuk city tours, hosted lunches and tastings, and exclusive access to private and iconic estates.
Bring your group for this tour.
Gardens of Normandy
Exposed to sea winds and yet with rolling fertile hills, Normandy is a paradise for gardeners.
Bring your group for this tour.
Gardens of the Italian Lakes
Discover the legendary gardens of Lake Como and Lake Maggiore. Private coach and boat tours to iconic villas and islands with lakeside stays
Bring your group for this tour.
For tours in 2027 see my Scheduled Tours here.
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Why travel with ToursbyMarie?
Meet Marie, your tour leader
What people are saying
The trips were fabulous.
Three of the best trips touring gardens I have ever taken were arranged beautifully by Marie.
Her extensive research opened the doors to gardens we would never have seen and each day was planned perfectly.My bucket list trip was far beyond expectations.
You are extraordinarily gifted as a leader. You are intelligent, sensitive, calm, witty, thorough, deeply committed to providing a memorable trip, and especially giving and caring.
I would follow you anywhere!Exquisite gardens.
You are the consummate professional when it comes to orchestrating all of the logistics and putting together itineraries that include exquisite gardens and cultural venues as well.
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