Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Day Trip

One of the most popular day trips from London includes a visit to Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral, the White Cliffs of Dover, and a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames from Greenwich.

Tour Highlights

• Explore Leeds Castle
• Visit the medieval city of Canterbury
• Marvel at the White Cliffs of Dover
• Enjoy a relaxing cruise of the River Thames

Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Day Trip

On the day of the activity, we'll leave central London at the indicated time on an air-conditioned coach heading southeast towards Leeds, a town 60 km (37 miles) away.

Leeds Castle

Leeds Castle is situated on two islands in Kent, covering 200 hectares. The trip includes an inside tour of the palace and a tasting of mead as Henry VIII would have enjoyed.

Canterbury

The next stop is Canterbury, known for its Cathedral, a medieval masterpiece from the 12th–13th centuries. Archbishop Thomas Becket was murdered here in 1170. After visiting the Cathedral, there will be time for exploration and dining.

The White Cliffs of Dover

Our journey continues with a view of the White Cliffs of Dover, standing 350 ft (120 m) high, along with the Battle of Britain Memorial.

River Thames Cruise

Next, we'll arrive at Greenwich, a World Heritage Site, to enjoy a sightseeing cruise down the River Thames from Greenwich to Embankment, passing Tower Bridge, the Tower of London and St Paul’s Cathedral.

The cruise will disembark at Thames Embankment after a total of 10 hours, marking the end of our Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Day Trip.