





Inspiring Gardens of New Zealand
Jan 09-21, 2024
13 days | New Zealand | alumni UBC Travel Club
What’s included: Accommodations based on double occupancy in hotels listed or similar, ground transportation, all activities as described in the detailed itinerary, entrance fees, meals as specified in itinerary, gratuities for guides, driver, and included meals, meetings with gardeners and garden professionals, services of your study leader Gary Lewis, fully escorted by our New Zealand Tour Director, all taxes.
Itinerary at a Glance
Day | Activity |
1 | Meet in Auckland |
2 | Auckland Gardens, Hamilton |
3 | Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, New Plymouth |
4 | Gardens of Taranaki |
5 | Puketarata Garden, Whanganui, Wellington |
6 | Botanic Gardens, Zealandia, Otari-Wilton’s Bush |
7 | Ferry to Blenheim, Welton House, Eliza’s Garden Cottage |
8 | Barewood, Paripuma, Wine Tasting |
9 | Longfield, Winterhome |
10 | Flaxmere, Coldstream, Christchurch |
11 | Ohinetahi, Otahuna Lodge, The Giant’s House |
12 | Gardens of Christchurch |
13 | Depart Christchurch |
Optional Extension: Lake Moeraki, Mount Cook National Park |
Your Tour Leader

UBC alumnus Gary Lewis is the owner of Phoenix Perennials, a cutting edge retail nursery in Vancouver, and an expert on perennials and horticulture. He is one of Canada’s most knowledgeable plant experts with a deep and special interest in rare and unusual herbaceous perennials. He recently published The Complete Book of Ground Covers.
Or call 1-800-387-1483 with any questions or to reserve your spot!
What’s included: Accommodations based on double occupancy in hotels listed or similar, ground transportation, all activities as described in the detailed itinerary, entrance fees, meals as specified in itinerary, gratuities for guides, driver, and included meals, meetings with gardeners and garden professionals, services of your study leader Gary Lewis, fully escorted by our New Zealand Tour Director, all taxes.