Secret Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges Spring Tours

Overview

Do you suffer from garden envy? Or do you wander around in a garden daze? The two aren't mutually exclusive. Yes, the first refers to wishing that your patch of greenery was as nice as someone else's — and the second is all about spending too much time starting at gorgeous plants, trees, flowers and landscaping when you're casually walking through your neighbourhood.

Sure, we might've just coined both of these terms, but we're describing experiences that we've all had. And if you like to indulge your love of ogling other people's nice gardens, then you'll want to embark on one of the Secret Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges spring tours between Wednesday, October 17 and Saturday, October 27.

Running Wednesday to Saturday each week — so for eight days in total — each tour will take you through private, lush gardens in the Dandenong Ranges. Yes, you'll be getting an up-close glimpse at spaces that you wouldn't normally be able to set foot in. Each tour starts and ends at the Karwarra Australian Plant Garden, but the daily itineraries are different.

You will need a whole day for each trip, and you'll also need between $190–240 per person. But, the limited wanders only take 50 people per days, mostly include lunch, and also feature glass of wine and hors d'oeuvres at the end of the day.

Image: Secret Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges.