The 13 Best Canterbury Day Trips from London

1.Leeds Castle, Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip from London with Guided Cathedral Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,820 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $145Our pick

Leave Victoria Coach Station by air-conditioned coach for Leeds Castle, Canterbury, and the White Cliffs of Dover. Entry to Leeds Castle is included, and a guided cathedral visit is available with the relevant option. Your guide shares history en route and at the stops, while Wi-Fi, USB charging, and audio headsets make the long day easier.

“Amazing and the guide was so informative snd cooperative. The castle very beautiful and the ground around very beautiful. The village was vibrant.”

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2.White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,623 reviews · 10 hours · from $106Best value

Travel from Blackfriars through Kent to the White Cliffs of Dover, where you have about 90 minutes for a coastal walk or a stop at the visitor centre. Then explore Canterbury on a guided walk and in free time, with the option to visit the cathedral at your own expense. Guides vary by date; Lucy, Giles and Ayesha are among those who have led recent trips.

“Wonderful day with our Guide Paul. He took us to Dover and Canterbury and pointed out some nice things along the way. Due to low traffic we were back a little sooner than expected. Highly recommended tour!”

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3.South Downs White Cliffs Day Trip with Train Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,441 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $120

Take the train from London Bridge to Brighton, then explore the South Downs by 16-seat minibus with an English-speaking guide. Visit Devil’s Dyke, Middle Farm, the Long Man of Wilmington, Beachy Head and Seaford Head, where a 40-minute country-path walk brings you to a classic Seven Sisters view. Guides may include Adam, Paul, Ish, Kevin or Anton.

“10/10 trip, guides, experience. We got extremely lucky and had a clear sky day and the best views. Our tour guide, Paul was the best and made sure we got as much time as possible with the views we had today.”

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4.Canterbury Cathedral, Dover Castle, and White Cliffs

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 973 reviews · 10.5 hours · from $148

Ride from London to Canterbury, Dover Castle, and the White Cliffs with an English-speaking tour manager. Castle entry is included, while Canterbury Cathedral entry is optional. Guides such as Nick, Andy, and Sam have led trips, sharing history on the drive and leaving you free to explore each stop at your own pace.

“Absolutely fantastic, if I could give it even more stars then I would”

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5.Canterbury Cathedral, Dover Castle & White Cliffs Guided Day Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 837 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $152

Leave London Bridge at 8:30 am for a 10.5-hour coach trip to Dover Castle, the White Cliffs and Canterbury Cathedral. Admissions are included, and you get time to explore each stop on your own. Guides such as Nick, Steve and Richard have led lively, history-filled days, though your guide may vary.

“Tour was well timed we had super weather. All stops everything was correctly organized. Timing was spot on”

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6.Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral & Dover

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 735 reviews · 10 hours · from $141

Travel from Victoria through Kent to Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and the White Cliffs of Dover. You get castle entry, a professional guide, a personal audio headset and a short Dover photo stop. Guides vary, with names including Manon, Phil, Rowan and Cameron; Canterbury entry depends on the option you book.

“This is a must do tour. Leeds Castle is just spectacular, even the whole travel is very beautiful.Our guide Manon was really great. she helped us on the trip.It was a very nice experience.”

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7.Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 604 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $147

Leave London at 8:30 am for Leeds Castle, the Battle of Britain Memorial on the White Cliffs, Canterbury Cathedral and Greenwich. A guide and air-conditioned coach handle the long day’s connections, then a 30-minute Thames boat ride brings you to Embankment Pier. It’s a fast-moving sampler, not an in-depth visit to each place.

“The guide was very good. The boat ride on River Thames, it was dark by the time we got to the boat. So could not see anything.”

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8.Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and Cliffs of Dover Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 487 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $145

Ride from Victoria Coach Station to Leeds Castle, Canterbury, and the White Cliffs of Dover with an English-speaking guide. Expect castle rooms and grounds, time for Canterbury’s cathedral or medieval streets, and a brief coastal photo stop. Guides such as Manon, Debra, and Cameron have been praised for lively, informed commentary.

“Our driver Abid and guide Peter were friendly, knowledgeable, great and true professionals. I would recommend this tour to anyone who loves history and beautiful places and landscapes!”

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9.Canterbury & White Cliffs of Dover Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 396 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $106

Travel from London in an air-conditioned minibus with a local guide and a group of up to 15. Visit Canterbury Cathedral and the city center, stop for lunch in Deal, then walk the clifftop path above Dover. Guides such as Len, Kevin and Liam have brought history, local stories and practical tips to the ride.

“Absolutely amazing tour & day. Highly recommend! Kevin was our tour guide & he has such a wealth of knowledge. Side note I’ve done his Cotswold tour, also amazing. The van was extremely comfortable & loved the small group. We spent about 2 hours in Canterbury. It is a lovely, charming & walkable town. I went to the cathedral, did not do a guided tour. Then strolled around streets. I stopped at Fenwicks on way out. It’s a lovely shop, bought something there. Lovely Cafe on 3rd floor. Next we drove to Deal & had time to pass through town of Sandwich. Had delicious fish & chips. Lately was the…”

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10.White Cliffs of Dover & Historic Canterbury Day Tour from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 373 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $109

Leave London at 7:30 am for a roughly 10-hour coach trip to Dover and Canterbury. Walk the cliff paths, take in English Channel views, then explore Canterbury with a guide and free time for lunch. Canterbury Cathedral admission costs extra. Guides vary, with past tours led by Lucy, Taylor, Freya, and others.

“Beautiful tour good instructions provided by guide Enough time allowed to hike the cliffs. Not for physically impaired individuals, unless you elect to see the castle vs cliffs”

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11.Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Cruise from London

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 369 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $143

Leave Victoria Coach Station at 8:15 am for Leeds Castle, the White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Cathedral, then take a short Greenwich walk and a Thames boat ride back to central London. A guide leads the day, with names such as Tom, Richard, Frank and Clarissa praised for their storytelling. Castle entry is included; check whether your ticket option includes the cathedral.

“Frank was great. So knowledgeable and interesting. Went out of his way to show us as much as he could and made sure we all had a good tour”

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12.Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover, Greenwich & Free Snack Pack

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 277 reviews · from $160

Travel from London through Kent by air-conditioned coach, with entry to Leeds Castle and, if selected, Canterbury Cathedral. You’ll also see the Battle of Britain Memorial, pass the White Cliffs of Dover, and visit Greenwich before a Thames boat ride to Embankment. A ploughman’s roll, snacks and juice are included. Past guides have included Sally, Tish and Morton.

“Guide did his best to be sure we saw the sites listed, even though some closed inside for Christmas decor. Tried to be accommodating at the end of the trip back on the ferries by trying to get us different time slots.”

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13.Small Group Canterbury, Dover Castle, Cliffs & Villages Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $206Top rated

Ride from London in a small, air-conditioned minicoach with a guide who drives and explains the sights. Stop at Greenwich, Chilham, the White Cliffs of Dover, Dover Castle and Canterbury. The Canterbury walk is included, but castle and cathedral entry cost extra. Guides have included Lucy, Cara, Val and Tony, though you cannot count on a particular guide.

“Our guides were Cara & Val. Both were great fun to talk to & they were VERY patient with 2 old ladies who were always the last 2 to the bus. Full of information & passion for history which enriched our experiences greatly. Courteous& generous with all the guests on the trip. Would recommend your new tour bus company to others.”

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