15 VIP Garden Experiences to Plan a Day Around

1.Bellagio:Lake Como Cruise & VIP access to Balbianello Garden

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 226 reviews · 2 hours · from $59Our pick

From Bellagio, take a boat past Lake Como villas and villages to Villa del Balbianello. You get about an hour in the terraced gardens, a free audio guide app, and a fixed return boat. The villa museum costs extra, and headphones are not provided.

“The tour was fine, as detailed on the description it is a tour around some of the important villas on the lake. However, we received an option to download the audioguide but the guide only mentioned some of the villas so we could not follow the tour in a good way. It would be much better if the guide could give more explanation than just naming a few places. I don't know if it is really worth the price.”

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2.Bali Luxury Spa Massage and flower Bath 2 hour Treatmen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 167 reviews · from $39

At Bali Orchid Spa near Denpasar, you get a welcome drink, foot wash, one-hour Balinese massage, body scrub, yogurt moisturizer, and flower bath. Pickup is free from Kuta, Seminyak, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, and Sanur for bookings of two or more. Private flower baths cost extra.

“There were 8 girls travelling for our annual girls trip. We all thoroughly enjoyed our 2 hour Balinese massage!! We were greeted immediately upon arrival and offered some ginger tea. All of the staff were friendly and my masseuse always adRead more”

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3.VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal Tea Crown Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $159

Meet your guide near Hyde Park for a royal-focused walk through Kensington Gardens, stories of Diana, Victoria, and the modern monarchy, then afternoon tea at the Orangery. Choose the palace upgrade for timed entry and a self-guided look at the State Apartments, royal rooms, and exhibitions.

“Wonderful experience. Mike was a great guide and encouraged questions. We had tea on the property and it was delicious and VERY filling.”

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4.VIP Rock Pass: Includes SKYLIFT, Beam, Rooftop Garden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $244Top rated

Spend about two hours with a private guide such as Teona at Rockefeller Center. Start in the VIP Lounge, tour a rooftop garden, toast with champagne, then enjoy Top of the Rock, the Beam, and SKYLIFT with priority access.

“Outstanding tour... Totally worth the in price, great guide!!! Beam experience, sky lift all great! Sit outside while having champagne 🍾”

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5.Bali: Luxury Spa Balinese Massage scrub Flower bath 2 Hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 77 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

At Bali Orchid Spa, Dahayu Bali Adventure pairs a 60-minute Balinese massage with Indonesian lulur scrub, clay body mask, yoghurt moisturiser, and a flower bath. You can add pickup from Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, or Jimbaran, with private treatment space and hot drinks included.

“The luxury spa balinese massage' scrub and flower bath was excellent. This is the first massage I have ever enjoyed. The staff were very professional, efficient and friendly we were offered ginger tea, water and sanatized hand towels. Transportation was included with this luxury spa The driver was very polite and picked us up early as Bali has a lot of traffic to get to our spa on time.”

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6.Kensington Palace VIP Garden Tour with Royal High Tea

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 71 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $187

Walk from Queensway through Kensington Gardens with guides such as Doug, Paul, Simon, or Ben, seeing the Italian Gardens, Peter Pan statue, Diana memorial, and Round Pond before afternoon tea at the Orangery. A small group and added drink make this a polished royal outing, but palace entry may require a separate option.

“Doug was fantastic! Very friendly and knowledgeable. Beautiful walk through the gardens. He even sat with me during the tea as I was traveling solo.”

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7.VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal High Tea

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 59 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $155

Meet guides such as Mike, Pauline, or Fia near Queensway Tube Station for a walking tour of Kensington Gardens, the Sunken Garden, and Diana’s statue. Choose palace entry for the State Apartments, then finish with sandwiches, cakes, and up to 10 English teas at the Orangery.

“Just wrapped up an amazing day at Kensington Palace, and I can’t recommend the garden tour and high tea enough! Our tour guide, Mike, was absolutely wonderful—so knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the palace and its stunning gardens. He brought the stories to life, making the experience even more special. One of the highlights was visiting the Diana statue, which beautifully captures her spirit. After the tour, we indulged in a delightful high tea at the Orangery. The setting was simply lovely. The selection of teas and pastries was divine—definitely a treat for the senses! If you’re in London, don’t miss out on this experience! It’s the perfect…”

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8.Private VIP visit El Escorial Palace, Monastery, Villa & Garden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $168

Visit El Escorial privately with a guide such as Ellinar, exploring its Renaissance library, Philip II’s royal rooms, grand basilica, gardens, and monastery views. The 3.5-hour tour starts at 10:30 am, runs in English or Spanish, and returns to the meeting point.

“El Escorial is amazing. There are beautiful paintings inside, especially the library. There are many stairs, but it is definitely worth it! We were unable to see the basilica due to a mass in progress.The surrounding landscape is breathtaking and the village has a fun vibe.”

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9.Halong Bay 3 days 2 nights on PEONY CRUISES 5 Stars LUXURY

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $399

Spend two nights aboard Peony Cruises, sailing from Tuan Chau through Lan Ha Bay. You’ll kayak at Tra Bau, visit Viet Hai Village and Trung Trang Cave, enjoy suite cabins with bathtubs, and join onboard cooking classes, Tai Chi, swimming, and sunset drinks.

“Excellent logistics, picked at Hotel, transferred to boat terminal, check-in at terminal and you and your luggage transported to the main boat.Transfer from the terminal to the main boat is about 40 mins.The accommodation, food and service was excellent, we stayed for 2 Read more”

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10.Bali Luxury Spa 2 Hour massage & Flower bath

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $39

Set aside two hours for a Balinese massage at Bali Orchid Spa near Denpasar, with hotel pickup and return transport. Your treatment includes a foot wash, 60-minute massage, body scrub, yogurt moisturizer, and flower bath. Couples share one tub, with private flower-bath service listed at an extra 50k.

“Amazing experience, staff was organised and friendly and pickup was easy and convenient. The massage and spa experience was so relaxing and great. Will definitely be going again.”

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11.Peony Cruise Luxury Cruise in Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay (2D1N)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $285

Spend one night aboard Peony Cruise among the limestone towers of Halong and Lan Ha Bay. Expect a private-balcony cabin, meals, kayaking or bamboo boating at Dark and Bright Cave, Trung Trang Cave, Tai Chi, and a polished crew that may include Orchid, Bobby, Bright, Tu, or Jason.

“We rated the cruise as 5 star as the staff were just beautiful. Bobby & his team did everything to make sure our trip to experience Ha Long Bay was a magical one. All the staff were very attentive. The boat was authentic but with modern faRead more”

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12.Halong Bay 2 Days 1 Night with Peony Cruise 5 Star Luxury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $391

Travel from Hanoi to Lan Ha Bay aboard Peony Cruise for one night of polished comfort, bay scenery, canoeing near Toi Sang cave, Tai Chi, a cooking class, and a Vietnamese tea ceremony. Tommy, Henry, Ken, Bobby, Mason, Jasmine, Cherry, and Tammy are among the crew members noted for attentive service.

“What a great trip! The staff were so friendly and the amenities were great value for money. Loved happy hour! Henry kept the drinks coming!”

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13.Bali Luxury Spa package Massage, Flower bath 2hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $36

At Bali Orchid Spa in Kuta, you’ll spend two hours moving from a foot wash to a 60-minute Balinese massage, body scrub, yogurt moisturizer, and flower bath. Morning and evening appointments are available, with optional private transfers from several south Bali areas.

“The services were great and the vibe of the Spa was exactly what we needed. Also really enjoyed the availability of pickup/return service.”

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14.Versailles & Giverny Private Day Tour Luxury van & Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $102

Travel from your Paris hotel by private Mercedes van to Versailles and Giverny. A guide such as Frederic, Christian, or Philippe leads you through the palace, Hall of Mirrors, and State Apartments, then Monet’s home, Japanese bridge, and pond. Portuguese guidance may be available.

“Thank you Frederic for a wonderful day at Versailles and Monet Jardin. So efficient so engaging so attentive to our needs. Highly recommend a tour with Frederic!”

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15.Nusa Penida: Luxury Spa & Flower Bath at Tejas Warnakali

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 3 reviews · 30 minutes - 3 hours · from $22Best value

At Tejas Spa Warnakali, choose a Balinese or deep tissue massage, then relax in a warm herbal or tropical flower bath. You’ll use the spa inside Adiwana Warnakali Resort, with ocean views, local therapists, a welcome drink, and treatment times from 30 minutes to 3 hours.

“Dear Ms. Cynthia, Warmest Greetings from Tejas Spa Warnakali! Thank you very much for choosing Tejas Spa Warnakali and for taking the time to share your positive review. Your satisfaction means a great deal to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another relaxing and rejuvenating moment at our spa. Warm regards, Tejas Spa Warnakali Team”

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