6 days / 5 nights; extension day possible

• Day 1 - English Seaside Resort and Exotic Parkland Morning arrival at Gatwick. Visit Sheffield Park, a 49-acre manmade wooded park with four lakes connected by waterfalls of various sizes. Marvel at rare trees and shrubs in idyllic tranquillity. Arrive at the hotel in the afternoon.
• Day 2 - In the footsteps of Henry VIII After breakfast, head to Hever Castle and Gardens, the birthplace of Anne Boleyn. The extensive, varied garden includes an Italianate garden, a rose garden and a large lake. In the afternoon, the route takes you to Great Dixter. Afterwards, a stroll through the picturesque medieval streets of the harbour town of Rye is on the programme.
• Day 3 - A day in Hastings Meet in the morning in the old town of Hastings. Our English speaking guide will introduce you to the life, architecture and history of this picture book town by the sea. Experience "Good old England" first hand. In the evening there is time for a visit to a typical English pub.
• Day 4 - Chalk cliffs and Brighton Up and at 'em! You start your day with a walk along the coastline around Beachy Head. Choose the length of your walk and enjoy the beauty of the chalk cliffs and the fantastic views of an endless rolling landscape. In Brighton, visit the Royal Pavilion and explore the medieval streets - the Lanes - and the pier.
• Day 5 - Battle - 1066 William the Conqueror and Country Park Today you will travel by rail to the listed town of Battle, where William defeated King Harold in 1066. You will enjoy a traditional cream tea with scones and clotted cream in a quaint tearoom, followed by a visit to Battle Abbey. The afternoon is dedicated to a walk in the Country Park.
• Day 6 - Garden design and journey home Today we head to Sissinghurst Castle Gardens - a charming green space designed in the 1930s. It consists of several small gardens divided by hedges and walls. The coach then takes you to Gatwick Airport for a late afternoon departure.