See Rome from a new perspective – spectacular gardens from the Renaissance to modern times.
The American Horticultural Society itinerary for its October 7 – 15 trip includes gardens of immense importance, such as the grounds of the Villa Farnese, perhaps the greatest masterpiece of Italian landscape design. There are also some notable names in garden history featured in our itinerary, such as Giacomo Barozzi da Vignola, one of the leading Renaissance garden designers (see his work below, photo from www.myartprints.co.uk,) and Russell Page, a renowned 20th century landscape architect.
Many of the gardens are privately owned and only open by special invitation. Enjoy this intimate experience with a small group of like-minded travelers, and the ease and convenience of a single hotel, the five-star Grand Hotel de la Minerve, in the center of historical Rome. AHS host will be Landon Reeve, AHS Board Member and owner of one of the country’s largest full-service landscape firms for over 40 years. Nicola Howard of London-based Specialtours will be the tour leader. For more information email development@ahs.org or call 703-768-5700, ext. 127. For full brochure visit http://www.ahs.org/uploads/pdfs/Rome_2015_8x10-NEW.pdf.
