Country Travel Discoveries 2022
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DAY 10—GARDENS/LUXEMBOURG We head to Luxembourg, with a visit to two gardens enroute. First, we visit Jardin de Wiltz, where you will find an ensemble of artistically laid-out watercourses, generously proportioned terraced ponds, flower beds, and stone fields. Watch the local "Hasselstein" rock change its color with the changing of the weather. We also visit the gardens of the Grand-Château d'Ansembourg. The New Castle of Ansembourg in central Luxembourg is one of the famous castles belonging to the Valley of the Seven Castles, featuring lovely stately gardens. Then gear up for a guided tour of Luxembourg City. Capital of the only Grand Duchy in the world, its stunning blend of live theatre, museums, UNESCO World Heritage sites, architectural jewels, and Michelin-rated food makes this one of the most unique experiences in Europe. B, D DAY 11—HERMANNSHOF Enjoy a guided tour of Hermannshof Weinheim by experienced Director Cassian Schmidt. Schau-und Sichtungsgarten Hermannshof is a gorgeous botanical garden first established over 200 years ago. The garden cultivates about 2500 taxa arranged in naturalistic plantings, including two theme gardens containing over 350 plants. The garden contains a number of notable trees, including specimens of Platanus orientalis and Platanus hispanica that are over 230 years old, Cedrus atlantica, and Sequoia dating from the late 19th century. Enjoy a farewell dinner with the group and overnight at Hotel Holländer Hof Heidelberg. B, D DAY 12—AUF WIEDERSEHEN A kaleidoscope of colors and memories take us home as we say our farewells and return to Chicago. B x Discoveries Experience ____________________ 12 Days • 20 Meals Sep 1-12, 2022 Price Per Person: Double: $4,797 Single: $5,215 Land Only Pricing Available Depart/Return: Chicago, IL Pre/Post Hotel: $188/night Highlights & Inclusions ____________________ • Visit FLORIADE Garden Exhibit, held once every ten years • "Welcome to Europe" Rhine Cruise • HORTVS Peter Janke's Garden and its ancient oaks, beech trees and woodland garden • World-renown Maximilianpark, created by Piet Oudulf • Legendary Westphalian Water Castles • Cutting edge De Herrenhof Gardens, featuring cottage-type planting • Jardin de Wilz and Grand-Chateau d'Ansembourg Gardens • Hermannshof Weinheim Garden • Bag handling (1 per person) at hotels • Entrance fees for included attractions and gratuities for included meals • Welcome dinner, 24-hour emergency call service, round-trip air from U.S. Quality Accommodations ____________________ Nights 2-3: Hotel Am Zault, Dusseldorf Night 4: Hotel Alte Mark, Hamm, Germany Nights 5-8: Best Western Plus Plaza Almere, Netherlands Night 9: Hotel NH, Maastricht, Netherlands Night 10: Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City Hotel Night 11: Hotel Hollander Hof, Heidelberg, Germany CountryTravelDiscoveries.com/FLO Built amid gorges cut by two rivers, Luxembourg City is famed for its ruins of medieval fortifications. Visit Luxembourg 855-744-TRIP (8747) | 77 DISCOVERY EVENTS | FLORIADE 2022...AND MORE!