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Canterbury & the White Cliffs of Dover Tour (Small-Group)

4.8 · 197 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 95% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ London Operated by Go Tours UK Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
9h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:25 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Visit Canterbury, the White Cliffs of Dover and the seaside town of Deal on a countryside day trip.

Air-conditioned transport and a driver-guide are included; lunch is extra and children under seven cannot join. 4.76 from 197 reviews at €90 per person for 9h.

In our comparison: #45 of 86 in Day Trips from London, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €90 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Friendly Driver-Guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Reviews

4.8
197 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 187 of 197

Star breakdown of all 197 ratings

5 stars
166 · 84%
4 stars
21 · 11%
3 stars
6 · 3%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
3 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and small groups; some want more time to explore the White Cliffs.

Praised

  • Informative, humorous commentary about local history during the drive
  • Small groups feel personal and make getting off the bus easier
  • Canterbury Cathedral and the White Cliffs are recurring highlights
  • Freedom to explore independently at each stop
  • Comfortable minibuses and smooth driving

Complaints

  • Some find the stops well paced, while others want more time, especially at the White Cliffs
  • Some expected guided visits at the stops, while others enjoy exploring independently
  • Cathedral admission charges contradict some reviewers' expectations of free entry
  • Some find the cliff walk easy, while others find it physically demanding

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (8 March 2025 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
The meeting point is the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Tower Hill, near Tower Hill station. Check-in is in-front of the hotel. The tour departs by 8.25am, but please arrive to check-in by 8.15.am. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:25 on Tue, Thu, Sat; scheduled through December 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Go Tours UK; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Join this small-group tour and spend a relaxing day exploring a region known as 'the Garden of England'. Travel through the heart of the charming countryside and discover two iconic destinations; Canterbury and the White Cliffs of Dover, plus visit the charming seaside town of Deal.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children under the age of seven are not permitted to travel

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Age 18+ Children under the age of seven are not permitted…

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips from London

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #45 of 86€909h4.76 (197)shared
Small Group Stonehenge, Bath and Secret Place Tour from London€18411h 30m4.98 (1113)shared
Small Group Cotswolds Village, Stonehenge and Bath Tour from London€19011h 30m4.95 (413)shared
Private Tour to Stonehenge, Bath and The Cotswolds€1315 per group10h5.0 (197)private

Ranked #45 of 86 in Day Trips from London by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €74 to €1135, median €118; typical length 10h 30m. 26 of 86 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 86 Day Trips from London

From €90 per adult