Floral Harrogate & RHS Harlow Carr

Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then travel to Harrogate for a four-night stay. Relax at the hotel and enjoy a delicious evening meal, or why not start exploring the town?

We visit the market town of Knaresborough, set high above the River Nidd and filled with 'olde worlde' charm, before continuing on to RHS Harlow Carr Gardens.

Evoking the surrounding landscapes with water features, dry stone walls and wooded areas, we explore the colourful herbaceous borders, wildflower meadows and stream side walks. You may like to follow the Sculpture Trail, stroll through the Scented Garden or the Main Borders, or enjoy a treat at the on-site Bettys Café Tea Room.

Enjoy a day to explore Harrogate at your own pace. The Royal Hall often has fantastic shows and performances, or why not enjoy a cream tea at Bettys Café Tea Rooms? It's just a short stroll away and is a Harrogate must-do!

Alternatively, you may wish to join our optional excursion to Skipton, often referred to as 'gateway to the Yorkshire Dales'. It is home to a 900-year-old castle, a romantic ruined priory, and historic cobbled High Street and market.

Today we take a trip to historic York. Discover the city’s Viking past at the Jorvik Viking Centre, explore 300 years of railway history at the National Railway Museum, or learn more about York’s sweet history at the Chocolate Story.

Don’t miss the breathtaking York Minster, one of the largest cathedrals in Northern Europe and an incredible example of Gothic architecture.

Browse York’s many shops, from high street favourites to quirky and independent boutiques, along with excellent cafés, pubs and restaurants, and not forgetting the unusual Shambles, with its over-hanging timber-framed houses and traditional shop fronts.

Return home.