Canterbury Cathedral, Dover Castle, and White Cliffs



Join a day trip from London by bus to Kent, the Garden of England. Stop to visit Canterbury Cathedral, see the White Cliffs of Dover, and take a tour of Dover Castle, the country's largest castle.

Highlights

  • Admire dramatic views of the sea as you stroll along the White Cliffs of Dover
  • Explore Dover Castle and enjoy free time to see the grounds at your own pace
  • Hear about Dover Castle's Iron Age origins and prominent role in British history
  • Discover the historic Canterbury Cathedral (optional) and marvel at St. Augustine’s Abbey
  • Enjoy the comfort and convenience of round-trip transportation from London

Description

Explore the beautiful cathedral city of Canterbury, the White Cliffs of Dover, and Dover Castle on a day tour from London. Soak in the views of the countryside of Britain while learning about the history from your guide. Make your first stop at the historic cathedral city of Canterbury. There’s plenty to see in Canterbury, including the Cathedral, St. Martin’s Church, and St. Augustine’s Abbey. Learn about the pilgrims who have made their way to Canterbury Cathedral since the Middle Ages, and it remains popular today with visitors from around the world. Travel on to the coast to see the White Cliffs of Dover, one of the country’s most spectacular natural features. An icon of Britain, the White Cliffs have been a sign of hope and freedom for centuries. Take a walk along the clifftops and look out over the busy English Channel. On a clear day, you will be able to see across France. Take a short drive up the road from the White Cliffs of Dover to Dover Castle, one of the largest castles in the country, strategically placed at the shortest crossing point to continental Europe. See the castle that has played a prominent role in Britain’s history and dates back to the Iron Age. A Roman lighthouse and Anglo-Saxon church still stand within the grounds. Admission to the castle is included in the tour and you’ll also have some free time to explore the grounds.

Includes

Visit to the White Cliffs of Dover Entry to Dover Castle Entry to Canterbury Cathedral (Optional) Guided visit of Canterbury Round-trip transportation by luxury bus Services of a tour manager

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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