Kent, 'The Garden of England': Private Shore Excursion from Dover

Things to know

Duration:

8 hrs

Suitable for:

Couples, Friends, Master, Seniors

Private Tour:

You and our own professional guide. 100% exclusive

Transport Mode:

Day Trip: including a black cab throughout the tour

Tickets:

- English Speaking Driver Guide
- Black Cab throughout the tour
- Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off from Central London

Other inclusions:

- Gratuities optional

- Food & drink are not included
- Attraction tickets are not included

Meeting points: Your driver will pick you up from Dover Cruise Terminal. Please provide your cruise details at time of booking.

What makes this tour special

The highlights of this special shore excursion will take in some iconic landmarks as we leave Cruise Terminal – look out for the most famous of all of England’s fortresses (Dover Castle)– a former Tudor fortress which evolved into a stately residence for many celebrities names (Walmer Castle) – an early artillery fort constructed by Henry VIII (Deal Castle).

On your private shore excursion, you will:

Embark on a journey away from the coast and into the byways of Kent;

Discover some quirkily named villages such as - Tilmanstone, its parish church dating back to the 11th century and built with flint – Goodenstone, land once owned by the Anglo-Saxon ancestors of King Harold;

Explore Fordwich, just downstream from Canterbury in the picturesque River Stour Valley;

See the Norman Church, river crossing, and cottages dating back to the 17th century plus morning coffee at a traditional Kentish Inn named the ‘George and Dragon’;

Continue your journey on the road of pilgrims to encounter some magnificent viewpoints – including the majestic Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site;

Climb the Kent Downs taking in some sheltered and secluded villages before pausing at the agricultural medieval market square of Chilham with its Jacobean Manor House, a timeless setting that has been a popular shoot for movie-makers;

Emerge into an oasis of calm – a traditional setting bordered by Tudor timber-framed dwellings, a 16th-century church and an imposing castle.

Enjoy a stop in Pluckley, a picturesque village which is also the ‘most haunted village in England’! – a settlement which goes back to the Doomsday Book completed by order of William the Conqueror and includes a pretty 13th-century parish church.

Take a stroll down the fairy-tale village of Bibbenden – and its welcoming village sign on the village green depicts the conjoined twin sisters Eliza and Mary who resided here 900 years ago.

A private shore excursion from Dover is a great way opportunity to explore the picturesque county of Kent in southeast England, with beautiful countryside, historic towns, and an impressive coastline.

You will enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside, and visit charming towns like Canterbury, Fordwich, Tilmanstone and Rochester, offering a unique and memorable way to experience the natural beauty and rich history of this region.

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FAQ

QWill there be other people on the tour or is it just us?

AAll of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.

Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group.

QAre entrance tickets and transport included in the cost of the tour?

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QWhat is your cancellation policy?

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For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.

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Kent, 'The Garden of England': Private Shore Excursion from DoverPrivate Tour