Discover the World Through Gardens
At Brightwater, we believe the best gardens tell remarkable stories. Our expertly crafted tours take you beyond the gates of world-famous gardens and into the landscapes, history and culture that have shaped them.
Every holiday is thoughtfully designed by specialists with a genuine passion for horticulture and travel, bringing each destination to life through expert insight, engaging storytelling and carefully planned itineraries. Travel alongside like-minded enthusiasts and enjoy the company of people who share your curiosity and love of gardens.
More Than Garden Tours
From spectacular flower festivals and Mediterranean landscapes to tropical gardens and the finest estates across Britain and Europe, our garden holidays are designed to inspire every season.
Our collection also includes a range of Special Interest tours, covering subjects such as archaeology, history, textiles and crafts, while our Scottish holidays showcase the very best of the country’s landscapes, heritage and gardens. Whatever your passion, you’ll find a carefully curated journey to match.
Exclusive Offer for Gardens Illustrated Readers & Guests
As a reader of Gardens Illustrated, you can enjoy an exclusive saving of £50 per person on your next Brightwater holiday.
Simply call 01334 230 040 and quote EXTRA50 when booking to claim your exclusive offer.
Discover Extraordinary Garden Experiences
Why choose brightwater holidays
Expertly led tours
Every tour with Brightwater Holidays is led by a knowledgeable and engaging Tour Manager, chosen for their specialist background – from garden design and academia to conservation and heritage. Their insight helps uncover the stories, people, and places that make each itinerary truly distinctive.
Carefully curated itineraries
Our carefully curated and innovative itineraries reveal the hidden gems of the world’s most beautiful destinations. Enjoy exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to private gardens and places rarely open to the public – experiences you won’t find elsewhere.
Award-winning service
With over 30 years of experience, Brightwater Holidays has built a reputation for thoughtful travel and award-winning service. Recognised with Gold at the 2024 British Travel Awards for Best Small Coach Holiday Company and named Garden Tour Operator of the Year 2023, our commitment to excellence has also earned us Feefo’s 2025 Trusted Service Award.
Terms & Conditions:
£50pp discount applies to new bookings only when quoting code EXTRA50 at time of booking. Offer valid on the featured tours on this page. Offer can be used in addition to any other applicable offers or discounts available at the time of booking. Offer cannot be applied retrospectively and has no cash value. Telephone bookings only. Terms & conditions apply.
