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‌Discover a real taste of this corner of England, with Cliffs and Country Tours. Our professional guide will meet you from the ship with a warm welcome, and be ready to share with you a wealth of hidden gems, anecdotes and spectacular views. You will see the famous White Cliffs of Dover, typical picturesque villages, medieval Cinque Port of Sandwich and Canterbury, the historic heart of Kent. Our tour will ensure that you make the most of your time in Port, and that you experience the very best of all that is on offer with a circular tour in the comfort of our executive, luxury minibus. As well as photo opportunities, this tour offers you the chance to enjoy a guided walk in the Medieval town of Sandwich, a guided tour in Canterbury and time to sample local food in one of Canterbury's bars, cafes and restaurants. You will visit ‘The Scramble’ Experience at the Battle of Britain Memorial, which brings home what life would have been like for those airmen back in the summer of 1940.

Immerse yourself in Britain’s world war seaside history with this private day trip to the Kent coast. After a visit to the Edwardian seaside town of Folkestone, you’ll check out the Battle of Britain Memorial where Spitfire and Hurricane planes can be seen. Look out at the sea from the White Cliffs of Dover. Perfect for modern British history buffs, the excursion offers a more personal tour with your own private guide.

If you’re short on time but want to see the picturesque village that typify Kent, look no further than this day trip from Dover, Folkestone, Ashford, or Canterbury. With a choice of departure time, the private tour can be tailored to you and your interests. Start with a hotel or port pickup, then travel to the most photo-worthy spots around Kent. Visits to medieval town of Sandwich, coastal town of Deal, and of, course, the UNESCO-listed white Cliffs of Dover are all on the list.

This tour takes in some of Kent’s most beautiful spots, whilst stopping off at some of the lesser-known places associated with Ian Fleming, the creator of 007. Our search takes us from the golf course where Auric Goldfinger played James Bond to the home of Sir Hugo Drax; from the missile site below the cliffs where the Moonraker was launched to the village of Pett Bottom, where the young James was raised by an aunt! It is all right here in Kent! We will also see two of Ian Fleming’s real homes and head inland to visit one of his favourite pubs, where it is claimed he wrote ‘You Only Live Twice’. A must for all 007 fans!

Discover 'Doctor Syn' and the Hawkhurst Gang on your Private Guided Walk of medieval Rye Bring your camera as there are many photo opportunities on this tour - Henry 8th's Camber Castle, the Mermaid Inn - where the Hawkhurst Gang once met and the house where Henry James once lived. This tour does not include any transport, entry fees or food and drink. Please contact me if you would like to arrange transport.

Discover our beautiful scenery and fabulous historic 'White Cliffs Countryside' on this Private Tour - ideal for a Shore Excursion from Dover Cruise Terminal or Dover Priory Station. Don't forget to bring your camera for taking photos of our beautiful 'Garden of England'. Meet your local Blue Badge Guide before driving up to the famous 'White Cliffs of Dover' for a short walk. Drive a short distance through the old fishing villages of St Margaret's Bay and Kingsdown, once the home of Ian Fleming and Noel Coward! Continue to Sandwich once a medieval port of great importance and where Queen Elizabeth surveyed her fleet and ignored the wishes of the locals! Another short scenic drive takes us to the city of Canterbury, where we can have time for lunch as well as an opportunity for a short walk and a photo of Canterbury Cathedral - where Thomas Becket was famously murdered! We return to Dover in time for you to leave on your cruise ship/train.

Would you like a small high quality, private tour of Britain's three most iconic and inspirational sites in the South East with an expert local guide? Dr Anthony Medhurst will escort up to 7 people in a comfortable air conditioned vehicle to the evocative White Cliffs of Dover; the historic city of Canterbury and its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cathedral; and WW2 Battle of Britain sites which tell the compelling story of how the country was saved from Nazi invasion by the Spitfire and Hurricane pilots of the RAF. Here you will obtain unsurpassed views of locations over which the Battle was fought; re-live the sights and sounds of an original fighter station and an original, unchanged, pub once frequented by aircrew in 1940. Here you can enjoy a drink and re-live the precious few hours of respite for those who survived the day's fighting. Finally you will gain an expert insight into the perilous position faced by Britain and its pilots as the country stood alone in the summer of 1940.

If you want to see the very best of Kent in a small, exclusive group, then this is the tour for you! Your local guide, Dr Anthony Medhurst, knows the most beautiful and memorable sites, many of which are completely off the usual tourist trails. Guests will be transported in a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle to the most awe-inspiring locations in Kent. These range from iconic sites such as the White Cliffs of Dover with its castle and WWII defensive fortifications, to the historic city of Canterbury with its three UNESCO World Heritage -listed sites - Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey and St Martin's church (the oldest in the country). However you will also be driven through delightful country lanes and enjoy unsurpassed views of locations unknown to most visitors and yet are quintessentially and authentically Kent. These include pretty villages with their church and country pub gathered around an idyllic green or cobbled square. Truly a trip to remember!

This exclusive private tour, which is lead by a local guide with a PhD from Cambridge, will enable you to enjoy Kent's top three locations in just one day. The relaxed small group setting enables high levels of inter-action with your guide, as well as the flexibility to spend more time in locations which are most meaningful to you. Avoid the crowds of large tourist parties; get off the beaten track for an authentic taste of Kent; and have a fun and inspirational experience! Only 5 star reviews: "As a constant traveller who regularly books tours, I can easily say that this was the best tour I've ever taken! I highly recommend Anthony...[He] made me fall in love with Kent" (Jennifer W, USA); "It was like spending a day with a good friend and we enjoyed every bit of it! I HIGHLY recommend Anthony and this tour!" (Jennifer L, USA); "Perfection! Absolutely my favorite tour in England!" (Janine, USA); "Anthony is by far the best guide I've ever had!" (Nathan, Australia).

Private tours beneift from a more individual approach to touring. Access to your tour guide for the entire day. A flexible schedule that can be change on the day should you wish. A hands on and personal approach to touring. The complete day taken care of, picked up and dropped off at your hotel. Learn and enjoy the history of these two fascinating destinations.

Check out the southeastern cities of Canterbury and Rochester on this day-long tour, either before or after your cruise ship docks at Dover. Planned with cruise passengers in mind, this private excursion combines a port pick-up and/or drop-off service with visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Canterbury Cathedral as well as Rochester, a city with Roman roots.

Folkestone grew from a sleepy harbour town into a major passenger port & railway link to the continent during the early part of the 19th Century. High-society had already discovered the town's charms and local landowner Lord Radnor employed Decimus Burton (of Regent's Park & Tunbridge Wells fame) to develop the seafront & the grand Leas cliff-top promenade was born. The 2 World Wars completely changed the fortunes of the town and during WW1 most of the seafront buildings were requisitioned & the local population evacuated. Over 10 million troops & personnel left for the front lines in France via Folkestone between 1914 & 1918! Today, The Leas retains its grandeur & beauty, but now has added poignant memorials to these momentous events which we will explore in depth. More recently, the Old Town & Harbour have had a huge regeneration & are a great destination for shopping and eating. Come and discover this gem on the East Kent coast with your local Blue Badge tourist guide.

The two great historic sites of this corner of Kent, both guided by Paul, a Blue and Green Badge guide, and planned around your ship's call at Dover. Paul meets you at the cruise terminal and drives you through the Kent countryside to Canterbury for a two-hour guided tour of the city and its cathedral, then free time for lunch. In the afternoon, Dover Castle: a guided tour with a bird's-eye view of the White Cliffs and, on a clear day, the French coast, and time to visit the wartime tunnels on your own. Entry to both is included. April to October only; in the earlier-closing months the day may run in reverse to fit the castle's hours. You are back at the terminal in good time to reboard. This is a shared day: other travelers may join you, up to 3 in all, in Paul's own car. The day runs from 2 guests: if you are the only guest booked, Paul may cancel and refund you in full, and he tells you 7 days before your call, or within 24 hours if you book later than that.

A first day in Kent with a Blue Badge guide, planned around your ship's call at Dover. Paul meets you at the cruise terminal and drives you through the Kent countryside to Canterbury, where he guides you on foot through the medieval centre for 90 minutes. You then have 90 minutes free for lunch, shopping or your own visit to the cathedral. In the afternoon, a 45-minute walk through the medieval Cinque Port town of Sandwich, then the White Cliffs up close at St Margaret's Bay, with a photo stop at Dover Castle on the way back if time allows. You are back at the terminal in good time to reboard. This is a shared day: other travelers may join you, up to 3 in all, in Paul's own car. The day runs from 2 guests: if you are the only guest booked, Paul may cancel and refund you in full, and he tells you 7 days before your call, or within 24 hours if you book later than that. The best first taste of Kent, with time to wander.

The medieval Cinque Port of "Rye Royale" is one of the gems in the region. On this tour, you will find yourselves in this wonderful 700-year-old town that has seen it all from invasions to smuggling, flooding and shipwrecks. It is full of fascinating and quirky stories, which we will share with you. We will see the famous Mermaid Inn, whose cellars date from 1156 and which is considered to be one of the oldest public places in the country. If you venture inside, you will see pictures of many famous visitors to the Inn, including actors Johnny Depp, Michael Caine and Judy Dench. Perhaps, you will even spot a ghost or two. You are most likely to feel like you have stepped back into the past when you visit Rye. And of course, we will sample one of the great British traditions, a homemade English cream tea, at a charming tearoom. You can choose a savoury replacement if you prefer. We hope you will take home some unforgettable memories from your time spent on this tour.