Layover Private Tour Of Kent garden of England From Dover Port

Overview

If you are docking in Dover for a day and you don’t know what to do, then let us take you on journey you could never have thought of. Imagine one minute you are on a cruise ship, the next minute you are in a medieval castle. Yes, Dover castle, built as a fortress by the Normandy king over a 1000 years ago. It has gone through 2 world wars, and is still standing in its full majesty. Before you can even catch your breath, we'll have whisked you off to the next destination, the Canterbury cathedral. First built in the 6th century, its stunning mixture of Romanesque and Gothic architecture is guaranteed to stun you into silence. And If you thought that was all there was there you are mistaken. At this point you must be thinking ‘have I returned to the cruise ship?’ because all you can see around you is water. A familiar sight, yes but this journey is not yet over. you are actually now in the most beautiful castle on these lands, the Leeds castle built in the middle of the water.

What's included

• ✓Entry to Dover Castle
• ✓Pick up and drop off
• ✓Entry to Canterbury Cathedral
• ✓Fully airconditioned private vehicles
• ✓Entry to Whitecliffe of Dover
• ✓Entry to Leeds Castle

• ✕Gratuity

What you'll do

1. 1

   Dover Castle Rising above the famous White Cliffs high above the Channel, Dover Castle is an icon of England. Built soon after 1066, this mighty fortress has been the site of royal intrigue and epic sieges, and was at the centre of the crucial effort to evacuate hundreds of thousands of Allied troops from the beach of Dunkirk.

   ⏱ 1h 30m
2. 2

   The chalk cliffs at Dover have one of the most accessible and complete records of the story of chalk formation. The cliffs are made from layers of soft, white, finely grained limestone, which have built up over millions of years. Stand on the platform and see France from England ( weather permitting )

   ⏱ 1 hour
3. 3

   Founded by St Augustine in 597 AD, Canterbury Cathedral is a unique place of worship, a major pilgrimage destination, a masterpiece of art and architecture, and one of the UK's most-visited historic sites. Often referred to as 'England in stone. The architecture of the Canterbury Cathedral is the result of the fusion between two architectural styles: the Romanesque style and the Perpendicular Gothic style. Defined by the completely rounded arches, the Romanesque style was used in the eastern side of the cathedral including the nave and part of the quire. The cathedral boasts some of the finest church architecture in the country, built from stone imported from Caen in Normandy. A church and cathedral has stood on the site for over 1,400 years. The first Archbishop of Canterbury was St Augustine who arrived in Kent as a missionary in 597 AD.

   ⏱ 1h 30m
4. 4

   Leeds Castle in Kent, England, has been called the “loveliest castle in the world”. Listed in the Domesday Book, this castle has been a Norman stronghold, a royal residence and a royal palace. It's situation is stunning, set on two islands in a magnificent lake. Whilst King Henry VII never took an interest in Leeds Castle, his son King Henry VIII transformed it from a fortified stronghold to a magnificent royal palace. Between 1517-1523 on his orders, major alterations were made so that he and his first wife Katherine of Aragon, could visit the castle in comfort.

Availability & pricing

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Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Motorized wheel chair not accessible
• This tour runs for 8 hours. 5 hours and 30 minutes visiting sites. 2 hours and 30 minutes journey and lunch
• The vehicle used on these are executive and luxury Mercedes E Classes S Classes V Classes and Vito, BMW 5 series and 7 Series, Audi A6.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.