Port
Dover (London), England, UK
Activity Level
Moderate
Excursion Type
All
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Starting At
$79.95
Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
Duration
Approximately 4½ Hours
Meals Included
Meals not included
Discover some of the most beautiful towns in Kent, heading first to Canterbury -- one of the oldest centers of Christianity in England. Documented in Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, Canterbury was one of Northern Europe's great pilgrimage sites and where Thomas Becket fell victim to the church-state rivalry in 1170. Upon arrival you'll have free time to explore independently. You may choose to visit the Canterbury Cathedral, where Becket was slain (entrance not included). Enclosed by medieval walls on three sides, this magnificent building has undergone embellishments and expansions for generations.
Rejoin the coach for a short drive to Deal.
Deal has been rediscovered over recent years as one of only a few small seaside towns still evoking a bygone era. From its importance as a seaport in the 13th century to its role as a dangerous smugglers' den in the 18th century and to today, Deal is a million miles from the rat race. Closer to France than to London, it's an ideal spot for walks along the beach, lazy lunches, and friendly shops. The historic Old Town area is well worth exploring -- a pristine example of the stunning character of Deal.
Notes:
Tour requires a 15-minute walk each way from the coach parking area to Canterbury City. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, cobblestones, inclines, grass, and steps. This tour is unguided and does not include entrances.