Dover Shore Excursion:Post-Cruise Tour to London via Canterbury and Leeds Castle
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
Make the most of your journey to London after your cruise ends at the port of Dover. This convenient post-cruise transfer to your central London or Heathrow hotel by executive coach is an ideal way to explore the Garden of England's must-see destinations. The trip includes a 2-hour stop in historic Canterbury and a 3-hour guided tour at the amazing Leeds Castle!
This service is available on all dates when Princess, Carnival or Holland America cruise ships are visiting Dover.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
If you are staying in Central London districts, drop offs will begin at 4.30pm.
We are able to offer drop off at any London city centre hotel, guest house or air bnb.
If you are staying in a London Heathrow airport hotel, you will be dropped off from 6pm. For other London airport hotels you will be dropped at Victoria Station, where there are trains and buses to all four major airports
Most major hotels have coach access, but some smaller hotels and apartments are in pedestrian areas or on very narrow roads that a large bus cannot access. In these cases, you will be dropped off as close to your accommodation as possible, but it may require a short walk with your luggage
Please note that Canterbury Cathedral is a working religious building, and is sometimes subject to last minute closures
Each person is allowed a maximum of 2 items of hold luggage (75x51x28 cm - 23kg each) and 1 item of carry-on luggage (55x40x20 cm - 10kg each). If you bring extra luggage it will not fit in the vehicle. In this instance you will be responsible for arranging separate transportation for your luggage to your cruise ship.
Should you wish to bring any mobility aids (wheelchairs or walkers) you MUST contact the operator in advance and provide full dimensions and weight. These items must be able to be folded and stored in the luggage hold. Wheelchairs must be counted as 1 item of your hold luggage.
This service is available on all dates when Princess, Carnival or Holland America cruise ships are visiting Dover.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Maximum of 2 items of hold luggage (23kg each) and 1 item of carry-on luggage (10kg) per person.
Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Port pickup and hotel drop-off at selected Heathrow Airport and London hotels.
One-way transport by executive coach
Entry to Leeds Castle & Gardens
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Entrance fees: Canterbury Cathedral
What To Expect
The White Cliffs of Dover
You’ll drive above the famous White Cliffs and head into the county of Kent, an agricultural area that feeds London from its orchards, hop fields and vineyards. Enjoy the lovely views as you make the short, 45-minute journey to Canterbury, the seat of English Christianity since 597 AD.
Canterbury Cathedral
Listen to your guide regale stories about the history of the town and cathedral. You’ll hear medieval tales from Canterbury writers, Geoffrey Chaucer and Christopher Marlowe, as well as stories of the Reformation and the Blitz. Then, enjoy some free time exploring the town on your own and visiting Canterbury Cathedral if you wish (own expense) After two hours in Canterbury, we'll travel over the Weald of Kent – a high ridge – and head down to Leeds Castle.
Options
Central London Drop-Off
Post-Cruise Tour to London via Canterbury and Leeds Castle with drop off in central London
Heathrow Airport Drop-Off
Post-Cruise Tour to London via Canterbury and Leeds Castle with drop off at London Heathrow Airport
Reviews
62 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A lovely visit to Canterbury and Leeds Castle
Kathleen W,
Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A wonderful experience, very professional and friendly tour guide who made everything more interesting with her insights and knowledge. Our friendly driver was also excellent
A Lovely Way to Travel from Dover to London After a Cruise
Cynthia P,
Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time on this post-cruise tour from Dover and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and scenic way to spend the day before heading to London. The stops at Canterbury and Leeds Castle were well chosen, and both offered unique experiences. Our guide was very knowledgeable and did a fantastic job leading the walking tour through Canterbury. However, we felt that the walking tour could have been shorter—perhaps about half the length—as it left us with very limited time to explore the stunning Canterbury Cathedral on our own. A bit more free time there would have made the visit even more enjoyable. Leeds Castle was a highlight! We felt the timing there was just about right—maybe even slightly more than we needed—but it was a beautiful and peaceful stop. The only hiccup was a miscommunication at the beginning of the tour. We had been told to wait at the cruise terminal for a driver holding a sign that said “International Friends,” and the terminal staff advised us to stay put. However, the driver was actually waiting in the parking lot by the bus, which caused a 30-minute delay for the group. A little clearer communication in advance would have helped avoid the confusion. Despite that, the tour was well organized overall, and we were very pleased to be dropped off right at our London hotel with our luggage in tow. This tour is a convenient and enjoyable option for anyone disembarking in Dover and looking to make the most of their travel day.
Great tour.
Richard L,
Jun 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Enjoyed the ease of getting off the ship and loading luggage on the bus. Canterbury Cathedral was amazing. Leeds Castle was also cool.
Busy full day tour!
Kathryn C,
Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00A glitch at the start about meeting places cost us almost an hour 🙁. After that, the rest of the day was good! We enjoyed Canterbury Cathedrsl and Leeds Castle on our way back to London. Kudos to our driver Tony, who did an awesome job in terrible London traffic. Got us safely to the hotel by 5:30.
Would not recommend this tour company
ellen g,
Jun 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00Leeds Castle and Canterbury Cathedral wonderful! English was not our tour guides first language, and she was difficult to understand. Instead of dropping us off at Heathrow hotel, bus drove to London city center to drop off people. Then we had to switch to a van to go to Heathrow hotel. This took additional 2 hours. There was confusion at Dover port in the morning with guide so bus left an hour late so we were rushed all day.
Dover post cruise excursion: Leeds Castle and Canterbury and the Cathedral.
stephen r,
Jun 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We got lucky and had a private tour by Maxine(Max). She was very knowledgeable and we had a fantastic tour. We all enjoyed the spacious vehicle and all the details provided. We took some very beautiful routes, stopping along the way for pictures. Max was great. The driver Paul was a good driver and he provided highlights along the route back.
Great excursion and way to get to London
kara p,
Aug 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Canterbury was the best of the two. I would give 4.5 if I could. Should spend more time there and add another hour. Did not get to see everything after taking the time to tour the cathedral. The time in Leeds should be shortened, although beautiful, was done touring with time to spare. Tour guide was awesome!! Bus driver into London was friendly and information. Highly recommend just make sure to go faster through the cathedral for more town views. My group all felt the same reverse time allowed in the towns.
Great Post Cruise Tour
Terrence E,
Aug 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was waiting for us as we got off the ship. The tour bus was very comfortable. Enjoyed driving by Dover Castle on the way to Canterbury . We really enjoyed our tour of this wonderful place and wished we could have had lunch there. It was a beautiful day to visit Leeds Castle which was very nice. Liz our tour guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable. A wonderful experience.
Places interesting but times were not respected
Alexia L,
Jul 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
2.00Places where good. First guide ok, second guide not very good. Timing was off, we ended up arriving very late to our hotel and missing anothee tour. On the bright side, Leeds castle is a must.
After Cruise tour
Cathy R,
Jul 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour for after a cruise. Allowed for sightseeing of great places we would have overlooked had we not booked this tour. Picked up right at the pier after saying so long to our cruise. Excellent transfer for drop off at our hotel after the tour.
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