Luxury Coach Trip: Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral, Dover & Greenwich River Boat Adventure
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480 Ratings
Greater London
Embark on a luxury coach trip to Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral, Dover, and Greenwich for a day of British history, scenic beauty, and aquatic adventure. Explore historic sites, admire stunning landscapes, and enjoy a river boat ride on the Thames.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Leeds Castle - Described as ‘the loveliest castle in the world’ by Lord Conway, Leeds Castle sits in 500 acres of landscaped parkland across two idyllic islands, deep in the heart of the magnificent Kent countryside. Early arrival ensures an almost private visit of Leeds Castle, where Henry VIII retreated to escape the plague raging in London during his reign.
What's Included
- Transportation by Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach
- Private entry to Leeds Castle
- Thames Boat Ride
- Entry to Canterbury Cathedral (if purchased)
- Expert Guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Return
- Additional refreshments
Additional Information
A rewarding trip packed with British history, picturesque landscapes, and water-based excursions, experience a luxury coach journey to Leeds Castle, Canterbury, the Battle of Britain Memorial, and Greenwich. Start with a private exploration of Leeds Castle, once a residence for Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, before venturing to the city of Canterbury to view England’s most ancient cathedral. For the next segment of your journey, drive along the coastline and gaze at the impressive White Cliffs of Dover on your way to the Battle of Britain Memorial, a grand tribute to the brave individuals who emerged victorious in the battle. Continue your journey back to London’s Greenwich, a locale brimming with nautical history before wrapping up with a sightseeing voyage on the River Thames.
- Please show this e-ticket to gain entry to this tour.
- Parts of Canterbury Cathedral will be closed on 25th Nov, however you can still enjoy most of the areas on these days.
- *During peak periods, vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
- Due to on-going roadworks between Gloucester Road and Victoria, your tour will end within a 3 minute walk to Gloucester Road Underground Station. This station is in Zone 1 and is three stops Eastbound on the Circle Line or the District Line to Victoria. The Piccadilly Line also runs through Gloucester Road and is 5 stops to Piccadilly Circus.
- Further to the latest UK government announcement, you must wear a face covering (unless exempt) for entry into this experience. You will be refused entry without one.
Location
1 Bulleid Way
Bulleid Way
Departure point: Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SR.
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Meeting time: 8:15am
Departure time: 8:30am
Return(approx.): 6:30pm
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(480 Ratings)
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Victoria_r
Mar 30, 2024
An efficient tour for the solo traveler who wants to accomplish a lot! - The tour started on time, and we had an excellent guide in Tish. She shared a lot of information and history with us as we drove to Leeds castle. The timing of the tour went very well. It was an efficient experience with not a moment to be wasted. If you are looking to linger, this is not the tour for you. But if you want to have a full complete day with three great sites, then, this one is for you. We started with Leeds castle after a long drive, then went to the cliffs and the Britain Memorial. This stop is 30 minutes. Get your picutre, stretch your legs, get back on the bus. Then we were on to Canterbury. Each stop is self guided, and there is not a lot of in-depth information from the tour guide at each site. Canterbury and the castle are approximately 2 hours each. 2 hours each way on the bus. Hop on, hop off the “Uber boat” at the end, at the stop of your choice. It’s not a comfortable boat cruise, but rather a commuter boat with a mix of tourists and commuters. This is fine, but I thought we would get a tour guide pointing out the sites. This ain’t that.
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Brandi_h
Mar 28, 2024
Great day with Golden Tours - We really enjoyed the variety of places we covered in a day. Canterbury Cathedral was a highlight. We were never rushed but we saw a lot. The boat ride from Greenwich was a great way to end the tour. Our guide and driver were very friendly and knowledgeable. 10/10 recommend!
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Michaelli6816ys
Mar 27, 2024
A beautiful day trip! - Booked this last second on our honeymoon. Was really a nice surprise how much we enjoyed this tour. The sights were so beautiful and Dan was a great guide. She really knows her stuff and had so much information / stories to tell. She didn't try to be funny or talk too much. Dan really is the right balance you look for in a tour guide. We spent the right amount of time at each stop. This was a really well put together tour. Came all the way from Nebraska, USA and we were not disappointed.
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F7529oylisab
Mar 13, 2024
Great Day Trip - Our driver Jim made the trip worry free.
Morton guided us with knowledge and humor. He kept us on schedule with clear instructions.
It was a great day trip with so much to see!
The White Cliffs of Dover are best viewed in warm weather.
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Tinakh2542hb
Feb 20, 2024
Perfect Family Excursion - This was a perfect day trip from London. We planned this for our third day of vacation. Our feet were a little tired from two days of nonstop sightseeing, so this was a great way to recharge since we spent a lot of time off our feet on the bus. Leeds Castle was great, we got lost in the maze and really loved the salon. Dover Cliffs was the highlight for us! Our bus driver Dan was an excellent photographer and got some amazing photos of our family. Canterbury was lovely and the cathedral was breathtaking. The boat ride from
Greenwich was an amazing way to end the day. We went under Tower Bridge and it was spectacular. Cedric was a great guide. He was knowledgeable and fun!
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V185dupaulam
Feb 18, 2024
A must do from London - It was beautiful, Ana and Kiran were amazing guides, all the places were magical, the time in each place was appropriate. An must do experience to do if you’re in London
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Pauline_g
Jan 11, 2024
Excellent your, even in Winter - A very enjoyable day. Tour Guide Pablo was excellent and knowledgeable. He also assisted with our end of trip tube line advice, which was unexpected and much appreciated. Thank you, Pauline & Richard
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Q7733nmkarenl
Jan 3, 2024
Amazing tour - Jim & Pablo did all the tour amazing! My family and I had time for everything especially to lunch. We’d visited the castle early and it was wonderful because you have all the time to take photos without too many people.
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Jennifer_r
Dec 28, 2023
Winter delightful trip outside of London - Tish was a very professional and attentive guide for this tour which saw us experience Narnia at Leeds Castle which was an extra treat! With it being winter when we got to Greenwhich it was already dark however the boat trip along the Thames at night was an experience in itself also.
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Rick_g
Dec 30, 2023
Average tour for the price - Leeds Castle and Canterbury were great. Dover was underwhelming as a quick photo stop with an obstructed view by buildings and roads. The river boat was the public transportation, so no information about the areas it passed. Our guide Sondra was friendly and knowledgeable.
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