Canberra Floriade Tour
Description
At the indicated time, we'll pick you up at the meeting point and delve into a day full of floral beauty. Let's go!
After about 1 hour, our first stop of the day will be the National Arboretum, where we'll set off on a 1-hour guided tour of these sprawling forests. Boasting over 44,000 rare and endangered trees across a 250-hectare area, the Arboretum is a hub of natural beauty, conservation efforts, scientific research and, of course, is a popular spot among tourists.
Inside the Arboretum, we'll explore the National Bonsai and Penjing Collection, a collaboration between the ACT Government and the Australian Bonsai Community. Officially inaugurated on September 28th, 2008, the collection features 120 exhibits, with around 75 trees on display at any given time. You'll be amazed by its beauty!
After admiring this fascinating exhibition, we'll take a 30-minute drive to Canberra Floriade Festival, where you'll enjoy a 2.5-hour self-guided tour. The festival takes place annually from mid-September to mid-October and has been running since 1988. Showcasing Australia's varied repertoire of flora, it is one of the country's most famous flower festivals.
Each year, around 300,000 bulbs are distributed to local people including schools and other organisations to plant flowers outside their homes, decorating the city with vibrant plants and flowers for the duration of the festival. As you tour the festival, you'll see countless types of flowers of all colours. You'll also have plenty of free time to get yourself a delicious lunch.
After around 2.5 hours, we'll head towards Tulip Top Gardens, for another 30 minutes where we'll see stunning tulips of all colours. Here, you'll have an hour to explore the gardens at your leisure.
Finally, after 7 hours of exploring Canberra's beautiful gardens, we'll bring the tour to an end back at the starting point.
Meeting Points
This tour includes pickup from the following points:
- iBis Styles Canberra
- Diplomat Ramada
- Forrest Hotel and Apartments
- Hyatt Hotel
- North Building Civic
- Canberra Rex Hotel
More Information
Duration
7 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission fees
Not included
Food and drinks
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Canberra Guided Tours
Corporate name: Capital Country Holdings
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
