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Regional & International Tours Each year, Olbrich invites Botanical Society members and the public to travel to places close to home and far away. Try new foods, see the sights, and shop at some of the best stores and plant nurseries.
International Tour Tulip Time in The Netherlands The Netherlands April 9-15, 2019 Join Jeff Epping of Olbrich Botanical Gardens in pursuit of springtime splendor! Enjoy the beautiful
We'll start with a couple of historic gardens in Amsterdam, Holland's sophisticated, modern capital. The first is Hortus Botanicus, a large botanical garden with more than 6,000 different plants, including a 2000-year old agave cactus and a 300-year old Eastern Kape giant cycad. Later, we'll visit Aalsmeer Historical Gardens where we'll be able to learn more about the history of flower cultivation and the trade of plants in the Netherlands. Visit the picturesque village of Arcen, and explore Kasteeltuinen Arcen, one of the most versatile flower and plant parks in all of Europe. The 32-hectare park has more than 15 unique gardens and a 17th-century castle. Enjoy a full-day excursion to Keukenhof Gardens, the largest flower garden in the world. Situated on the grounds of the 15th-century Keukenhof Castle, the park includes approximately seven million bulbs, with about 800 varieties of tulips. During "tulip time", you'll find surprising inspirational gardens, unique works of art, and a host of special events.
Stroll through the Dutch Baroque garden surrounding the Paleis Het Loo, a palace and former royal residence of the ruling House of Orange for over three centuries. Then, venture to Utrecht Botanical Gardens, which dates back to 1639 and is one of the oldest botanic gardens in the Netherlands. Head to Brussels for the world-famous Floralia Exhibition, an unforgettable spring flower exhibition at the castle of Grand Bigard. Over a million bulbs are planted here by hand by the gardeners of the castle. Starting at $2,525 per person, double occupancy Includes -
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An information session will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at: Burkhalter Travel 6501 Mineral Point Rd Madison, WI 53705. For more information, or to book this tour, contact: Burkhalter Tours
UPCOMING Events Cocktails in the Conservatory | November 16 Member Preview: Holiday Express | November 30 Holiday Express Model Train & Flower Show | Daily, December 1-31 |
Olbrich Botanical Gardens is operated as a public-private partnership between the City of Madison Parks Division and the Olbrich Botanical Society.
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