Canterbury Cathedral Tours and Activities

When your cruise conlcudes in Dover, enhance your sightseeing experience of England on a full-day tour that concludes in London. With a knowledgeable guide, delve into the rich history of the country as you visit two popular attractions on a luxury coach. Explore the beautiful town of Canterbury and gaze at the towering spire of the grand Cathedral; embark on an intriguing 3-hour tour of Leeds Castle; and enjoy convenient drop-off at your centrally located London hotel.

Explore Kent’s centuries-old castles, cathedrals, and other scenic highlights: this private, full-day tour offers the most flexible way to step back in time. Meet your guide at your area accommodation or port, and travel via luxury, Wi-Fi-equipped vehicle. Your itinerary is up to you, but stops can include royal residences like Rochester Castle, Leeds Castle, and Hever Castle, as well as the UNESCO-listed Canterbury Cathedral and the White Cliffs of Dover.

Explore  the World Heritage Site of Canterbury with an expert local guide. I'm a fully qualified "Blue Badge" Guide, with two degrees and have lived in Canterbury for over 20 years. This is a private walking  tour lasting approximately three hours. Follow in the footsteps of Thomas Becket and the pilgrims made famous in Geoffrey Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales". Let me take you to the centre of it all with a private tour of Canterbury Cathedral. Here at first hand, you will see, amongst its many delights, the most beautiful stained glass panels going back to the 12th Century. Discover the tranquil Franciscan Friary, a tucked away treasure off the beaten track  in this beautiful city. Venture into the fascinating Eastbridge hospital (open during the Summer months), dating from early medieval times. Include a stop at one of Canterbury's many charming cafes. Canterbury is less than an hour away by train from St Pancras Station in London.

Visit the English Cathedral City of Canterbury’, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to Canterbury Cathedral,you will not be disappointed.  • Enjoy a Hassle Free pick up from Dover Cruise Terminal • Transportation back to your Central London Hotel/ Accommodation • The Cathedral has been present since 597 AD  • Family Friendly • Duration 6 Hours including travel time

As an ancient pilgrimage site and destination in Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, Canterbury is a must-see for any visitor to England–but as such, the tour crowds can be big. Swerve the hordes and discover the city at your own pace with this walking audio tour. Simply book, download, and set off on the 2-kilometer trail, passing landmarks such as St. Dunstan's Church and Canterbury Cathedral, and hear anecdotal tales and funny facts all about the historic city.

We head to Canterbury, a first-class World Cultural Heritage city home to three Unesco World Heritage Sites: Canterbury Cathedral with its stunning mixture of Romanesque and Perpendicular Gothic architecture and its collections of early medieval stained glass. Canterbury was one of medieval Europe’s great places of pilgrimage and knowledge. The city center still retains much of the atmosphere experienced by the medieval pilgrims and celebrated in Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales. Rochester, the second-oldest diocese in England, is at an ancient crossing on the River Medway, fortified by a sturdy Medieval castle. Rochester cathedral blends Romanesque and Gothic architecture, with a west front that dates back almost 900 years. Rochester High Street with its quaint, cantilevered Tudor houses andweatherboard cottages to rows of bold 17th and 18th-century townhouses with white-painted quoins is achingly pretty. The variety of shops, cafes are worth a visit Finally, we will drive you to London.

You will be collected from the cruise terminal at an agreed time, in an Iconic London black cab, from where we will explore the beautiful Kent countryside, and visit places such as Leeds Castle, often described as ' The Loveliest Castle in the World', it has been a Norman stronghold, the private property of six of England's medieval queens, a palace used by Henry VIII and his first wife Catherine of Aragon, a Jacobean country house, a Georgian mansion, an elegant early 20th century retreat for the influential and famous. You will never forget your first breathtaking view of Leeds Castle in Kent, rising majestically from the moat as it has done for 900 years. With 500 acres of beautiful parkland and formal gardens, Leeds Castle is one of the best days out in Kent. Followed by the wonderful City of Canterbury and its Cathedral, and even Dover with its Castle and White Cliffs that have protected to South Coast of England for almost a thousand years

Considered one of the most picturesque castles of England - Leeds Castle has a lot to offer. Dating back hundreds of years and used extensively by King Henry VIII there is a lot of history combined with a tranquil setting that makes Leeds Castle particularly special. Canterbury is an ancient city made important for its Cathedral and Thomas Becket. With much of its Norman walls and Roman roads, Canterbury will take you back in time and leave you with fantastic memories for life.