Gardens of Barbados

Departing: February 2027 - February 2027

Barbados may be small, but it offers pure Caribbean bliss: radiant seas, palm-lined beaches and lush rainforest. Picture gazing across the sweeping vistas of Cherry Tree Hill, watching the lively monkeys of the Andromeda Botanical Garden and exploring the George Washington House, an important remnant of the island’s plantation past. At Hunte’s Garden, we are accompanied by the man himself, owner and creator Anthony Hunte, who introduces us to his multidimensional mix of native jungle and sunny open spaces in one of the island’s top destinations. There is also an optional cruise on a catamaran on offer during this laidback tour.

Included

Explore Hunte's Garden & Flower Forest Botanical Gardens, with entrance fees included
All other visits as outlined in the itinerary
Professional Tour Manager
7 nights at the Accra Beach Hotel & Spa, Barbados (or similar)
7 breakfasts & 2 dinners
Private air-conditioned coach travel

Highlights

Explore Hunte's Garden
Visit George Washington House
Discover Harrison's Cave and the Flower Forest
Services of horticulturalist David Hurrion as tour manager

Sue Pomeroy

Having studied Horticulture in places ranging from New Zealand to Chile. Her personal garden is open to the public and it has featured in Country Life and Gardeners’ World.

Tour Itinerary

Join our arrival transfer from Barbados airport or meet your tour manager and fellow travellers that evening at our hotel.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Accra Beach Hotel and Spa, Barbados

After breakfast this morning, our tour of Barbados begins at the George Washington House, also known as Bush Hill House, a historic plantation house where the young George Washington and his ailing brother Lawrence resided for two months in 1751. Barbados was the only country ever visited by the future 'First Father' of his country and Bush Hill House the only house he ever lived in outside of the continental United States.

In the afternoon, we visit the Barbados Museum, where we can learn all about the rich heritage of the island.

We later return to our hotel, where the evening is at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Accra Beach Hotel and Spa, Barbados

Day 2 George Washington House Bridgetown

We begin our day at Hunte’s Garden, located in a gully in the centre of Barbados' rainforest. Thanks to such an interesting location, the garden offers a multidimensional experience, with vigorous plants densely growing on many levels, from sunny and open spaces, down to the mysterious, dark heart of real Caribbean jungle.

Our next visit provides a most colourful and fragrant experience as we explore the Tropical Gardens, home to more than 20,000 orchids. A meandering path lined with orchids leads through a coral grotto to the five orchid houses. Keep your eyes on the trees for orchids such as schomburgkia that bloom once a year with spectacular results. Species such as vandas, phalaenopsis, calanthe, cattleya, ascocendas and dendrobiums, to name but a few, can be found throughout, with some of the rainforest orchids appearing to hang in mid-air with their roots completely free of soil.

We return to our hotel later this afternoon, where the evening is at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Accra Beach Hotel and Spa, Barbados

Following breakfast this morning, we depart for a visit to Harrison’s Cave, a crystalline limestone cavern which lies in the centre of the island. Flowing streams, deep pools of crystal clear water and towering columns characterise this living cave, which is adorned with stalactites and stalagmites of all colours and sizes. We also take a leisurely walk along the nature trail that has been created here.

We continue with a visit to the Flower Forest, located in one of the most breathtakingly beautiful areas of Barbados and built on a former sugar plantation. The views from the garden over the hills offer fantastic photo-opportunities – the forest towering and lush, the pathways lined with flowering plants, the tone quiet, peaceful and serene.

We later return to the hotel, where the rest of the day is at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Accra Beach Hotel and Spa, Barbados

We explore the St. Nicholas Abbey Plantation this morning. Located in the hills of St Peter, St Nicholas Abbey encompasses over 400 acres of undulating sugar cane fields, lush tropical gullies, mahogany forests and formal gardens. We also enjoy a scenic ride on the heritage railway that winds through the plantation fields and mahogany woods with expansive views of the east coast from Cherry Tree Hill.

In the afternoon, we visit historic Speightstown, dating back to 1630 with a blend of colonial and modern architecture along with excellent shopping and dining options.

The evening is at leisure upon return to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Accra Beach Hotel and Spa, Barbados

After breakfast, we discover the island’s capital of Bridgetown, founded by English settlers in 1628. Historic Old Bridgetown and its Garrison is now inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We find out more during our tour of the city and enjoy time to shop and sightsee afterwards.

This evening is spent at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Accra Beach Hotel and Spa, Barbados

The day is free to stroll along the beach, take a swim or perhaps venture further afield.

Alternatively, you may wish to join our optional excursion, a cruise aboard a catamaran, ideally suited for sailing in these shallow, sheltered waters. Relax on board and watch the beautiful coastline of Barbados slip by, then drop anchor in a quiet bay for a swim in the crystal clear waters with the turtles, followed by a sumptuous Barbados lunch.

This evening, we enjoy a farewell dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Accra Beach Hotel and Spa, Barbados

After breakfast, you will be transferred back to the airport where your tour ends.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation

Nestled in lush gardens, the Accra Beach Hotel & Spa offers a slice of Caribbean paradise. Take a dip in the turquoise waters of the sea, treat yourself a cocktail at the swim-up pool bar, enjoy local or international cuisine at the restaurant, watch the sun set at the oceanfront bar, unwind with a spa treatment and relax in the comfortable bedrooms, featuring free Wi-Fi, coffee maker, mini-fridge, cable TV, air-conditioning, safe, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Availability & Booking

2027

4th February from $4,915

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