Small-group tours of Britain from London
Join us on this friendly small-group tour to Canterbury & the White Cliffs of Dover and spend a relaxing day exploring the highlights of the ‘Garden of England’. Travel through charming countryside, see spectacular coastline, visit the historic city of Canterbury & its Cathedral, and gaze out over the iconic White Cliffs of Dover…
Small-Group Guaranteed
Flexible Cancellation
Minibus Transportation
10% Booking Discount
Local Driver-Guide
Best Price Guarantee
Departures on:
Tues, Thurs
Doubletree Hilton
Tower Hill
Check-in 8.15am
(Departs by 8.25am)
Canterbury - Deal - White Cliffs of Dover
Join this friendly small-group tour to Canterbury & Dover and enjoy exploring an area famously known as the ‘Garden of England’. Through the day we’ll absorb charming countryside, the famous city of Canterbury and England’s south-easternmost coastline, including the iconic White Cliffs of Dover. This full-day tour travels at a relaxed pace and provides the time needed to fully explore each location.
Join this friendly small-group tour to Canterbury & Dover and enjoy exploring an area famously known as the ‘Garden of England’. Through the day we’ll absorb charming countryside, the famous city of Canterbury and England’s south-easternmost coastline, including the iconic White Cliffs of Dover. This full-day tour travels at a relaxed pace and provides the time needed to fully explore each location.
The journey begins by travelling out of London, passing the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and the Canary Wharf financial district before we depart the city to the south-east. It won’t be long before we are travelling through the heart of the charming Kent countryside towards our first location, Canterbury. This historic city is known especially for its Cathedral; the oldest in England dating to the year 597ad. It is the mother church of the Anglican communion and the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury. It was in this city that Christianity was established in Britain, by a monk from Rome called Augustine. Through the middle ages Canterbury was a significant place of pilgrimage after former Archbishop Thomas Becket was killed by knights of King Henry II in 1170. Whilst in Canterbury take time to visit the historic Cathedral and explore the heart of the city.
Next, our voyage continues towards the coastline, taking us through lovely countryside which has earned this region the nickname ‘Garden of England’. This charming hilly landscape is home to lots of gardens and fertile lands where we’ll see lavender fields, orchards and vineyards. After a short drive we’ll arrive at our next stop, the pretty seaside town of Deal. It was here that Britain’s first Roman invasion landed in 55bc, led by Julius Caesar. By the 13th century Deal was England’s busiest port, but today the town is known for its charming high-street, cafe culture, castle and pier. Take a gentle walk along the seafront promenade and have lunch, perhaps Fish & Chips?
After lunch we’ll travel further along the coast, passing Dover Castle; known as the ‘Key to England’ due to its historic significance. This is one of the largest and most important fortresses in Britain, dating back to the 11th century. Then we’ll arrive at our next location; the world-famous White Cliffs of Dover, one of Britain’s most recognisable sights. The cliffs are a remarkable geological chalk formation, standing over 300-feet high. This is Britain’s closest point to continental Europe and the White Cliffs have a symbolic meaning as the first or last view of Britain, which is often associated with wartime. Set next to the English channel, on a clear day you’ll be able to see the coast of France, 23-miles away. Take time to walk follow the clifftops and stroll along the coastal paths to enjoy spectacular views.
Our Canterbury and White Cliffs of Dover Tour concludes at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Tower Hill by approximately 17.30.
Extras: Lunch, entry to attractions