Top Dover Day Trips

When your cruise ship visits Dover, make the most of your time in England’s county of Kent while avoiding logistical headaches. Meet your driver-guide at the port, settle into a luxury minibus, and admire the countryside as you travel from sight to sight. See the Battle of Britain memorial on Dover’s white cliffs, visit medieval Canterbury; all with the benefit of guided commentary.

‌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.

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.

Travel back in time and make the most of limited time in England on a private shore excursion that covers two top historical attractions: Dover Castle and Leeds Castle. Sit back, relax, and let your guide take care of navigating and planning as you’re transported between sights in air-conditioned comfort. Plus, you’ll be able to explore each castle at your own pace on this private tour.

Make the most of your time on land when your cruise ship docks in Dover with a private shore excursion to London. Travel comfortably with a chauffeur-driven car from Dover to London and customize your sightseeing itinerary to your interests. See London’s top attractions with a flexible schedule tailored just for your group.

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!

This tour gives you the exciting opportunity to visit Chartwell, the private residence of Sir Winston Churchill on your way to the airport. A visit to Chartwell provides a fascinating insight into one of the greatest Prime Ministers that Great Britain has ever had. The interior remains virtually unchanged since the Churchill's lived there. It is located in a most beautiful area where you may enjoy spectacular views over the Weald of Kent and explore the charming gardens, including the famous Rose Walk, planted by Sir Winston himself.

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.