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London Dover and White Cliffs Tour by Car

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  • London, United Kingdom
  • Updated November 2, 2026

See Dover’s White Cliffs and medieval castle on a private London day trip, with an optional extension to Canterbury Cathedral.

About this tour

Leave London behind for a private journey to the English coast, where the White Cliffs rise above the Channel and Dover’s history comes into view. This full-day London Dover and White Cliffs tour travels by private car with a licensed guide fluent in your chosen language.

Choose a 9-hour option focused on Dover, including the cliffs and skip-the-line entry to medieval Dover Castle, or extend your day to 11 hours to add Canterbury Cathedral. At the cathedral, your guide shares commentary outside so you can explore at your own pace without disturbing services. Private transfers include pickup and drop-off at your London accommodation, with a standard car for groups of 1–4 and a large van for groups of 5 or more.

Dover Castle’s opening schedule changes in winter: from late October to early March, it opens only on Saturdays and Sundays. On other winter dates, the tour may visit another historic site in Dover. Lunch is not included, though arrangements can be requested. Choose the option that suits your day and discover the coast with the flexibility of a private guide. This London Dover and White Cliffs tour pairs landmark scenery with stories of England’s past.

Highlights

  • Admire the famous White Cliffs of Dover
  • Explore medieval Dover Castle with skip-the-line tickets
  • Choose a 9-hour Dover tour or an 11-hour Dover and Canterbury tour
  • Visit Canterbury Cathedral on the 11-hour option
  • Travel with a private guide and car from London

What's included

Included

  • Private full-day tour of Dover and Canterbury by car
  • Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your London accommodation
  • 5-star licensed guide fluent in the chosen language
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Dover Castle
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Canterbury Cathedral on the 11-hour option

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Access to the Secret Wartime Tunnels at Dover Castle
  • Canterbury Cathedral tickets on the 9-hour option

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Important information

  • Dover Castle is open only on Saturdays and Sundays from late October to early March; winter visits may instead include another historic Dover site
  • The guide provides commentary outside Canterbury Cathedral so you can explore at your own pace without disturbing services
  • Transfers use a standard car for 1–4 people and a large van for groups of 5 or more
  • Check your email the day before the tour for important information
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  • Wheelchair accessible, including transportation and surfaces
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap; strollers are permitted
  • Lunch and table reservations can be arranged upon request

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the 9-Hour tour?

The 9-hour option includes Dover Castle with skip-the-line tickets and the White Cliffs of Dover. Canterbury Cathedral tickets are not included.

What is included in the 11-Hour tour?

The 11-hour option visits Dover and Canterbury, with skip-the-line tickets to Dover Castle and Canterbury Cathedral.

Where does the tour pick up and drop off?

Private car transfers pick up and drop off at your London accommodation.

What happens if Dover Castle is closed in winter?

From late October to early March, Dover Castle is open only on Saturdays and Sundays. A winter tour may visit another historic Dover site instead.

Are the transfers wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The tour and transportation are listed as wheelchair accessible.

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