The 13 Tours in Dover That Earn Their Price

1.Call the Midwife Location Tour in Chatham

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 552 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55Our pick

Walk through Chatham Dockyard’s Poplar filming locations with a guide dressed as a midwife. Hear production stories, compare scenes with site photos, and see Call the Midwife props and costumes. Your ticket also covers the 80-acre Historic Dockyard, so plan extra time for ships, galleries, and exhibits.

“Thoroughly enjoyed it - so much to see. Only problem - had our photos taken - which was free but on downloading you have to pay additional £3.99 ! So didn’t bother. We weren’t told this.”

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2.Dover Shore Excursion:Post-Cruise Tour to London via Canterbury and Leeds Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $210

Leave your Dover cruise port at 8 a.m. in an executive coach, visit Canterbury and its cathedral area, then spend three hours at Leeds Castle, including admission. Guides such as Yvonne, Liz, Maxine, and Mike have led this route. Finish with drop-off at a central London hotel or Heathrow.

“Great tour for after a cruise. Allowed for sightseeing of great places we would have overlooked had we not booked this tour. Picked up right at the pier after saying so long to our cruise. Excellent transfer for drop off at our hotel after the tour.”

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3.Dover & White Cliffs Tour; Canterbury, Coastal Towns & Castles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $227Top rated

Spend about eight hours with guide Matt or Mark in a small minibus from Dover Cruise Terminal. See the Battle of Britain Memorial, White Cliffs views, Canterbury, Sandwich, Deal, quiet Kent villages, and famous Ham and Sandwich signs. Expect lively commentary, visual props, walking, and a flexible cruise-port schedule.

“We did enjoy Matt as our tour guide. He shared LOTS of information and is very knowledgeable. However, we did not get 1.5 hours in Canterbury to have time to tour the Cathedral or 1 hour in Deal to see that castle. Instead (my opinion) too much time was spent at the Memorial, Kent and walking streets in Deal. There were so many great food vendors, but instead it was suggested we get a sandwich at the local "7/11" store and not even in Sandwich.”

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4.Private transfer from Dover to London hotel or airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes (approx.) · from $224

You’ll leave Dover Cruise Terminal in a private vehicle headed directly to a London hotel or airport. A driver should meet you in the arrival hall with your name, help with luggage, and match pickup to your ship’s arrival. Carlos is one driver praised for clear communication, though pickup timing and contact can vary.

“I had ordered the wrong car and we had lots of luggage, our driver made it all fit. This way we did not have to wait for another to come pick up.”

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5.Battle of Britain Experience, White Cliffs of Dover & Canterbury

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Join local guide Anthony for a private eight-hour tour through Kent’s wartime past and medieval heart. Visit the White Cliffs of Dover, Battle of Britain Memorial, Kent Battle of Britain Museum, film location The Jackdaw, and Canterbury. Private transport, museum admission, parking, and historical source material are included. Canterbury Cathedral admission and lunch cost extra.

“This was a great experience. Anthony was very knowledgeable and very passionate about the few young men that did so much for their country and the world. They left a great legacy of the importance of fighting hard when you are against great odds. Anthony took great care to explain the battles and ahowing where it all happened. I would high recommend this to anyone.”

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6.Private Half-Day Trip to Picture Postcard Villages of East Kent from Dover Including Traditional Cream Tea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Join guide Tanya Firth for a private four-hour drive from Dover through East Kent. Walk the medieval Cinque Port of Sandwich, stop for a traditional cream tea, and photograph the White Cliffs from a chosen viewpoint before seeing them from St Margaret’s Bay. Pickup is available within 20 miles of Dover for groups of up to six.

“Very pleasant, knowledgeable, safe driver and tour guide. Clean car. Enjoyable tea time. A little bit more scones would also be nice. LOL”

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7.Full Day Wine Tour in Sussex and Kent

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $205

Meet Helen at 10:00 am near your accommodation or a local train station, then visit two or three East Sussex or Kent wine estates. Walk through the vines, learn how English wine is made, taste local wines, and stop for lunch. Small groups of up to four make this a personal day out, though rough ground requires steady mobility.

“Well worth the price and time. Wonderful experience. Learned a lot! Guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Beautiful scenery. Great day trip from London.”

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8.Dover direct to Heathrow and London

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · from $177

Meet a uniformed International Friends driver at Dover Cruise Terminal, then ride in an air-conditioned executive vehicle to central London or Heathrow. The service normally leaves around 8:30 a.m., makes two or three drop-offs, and carries no more than four passengers under the current tour details. Drivers such as Sam and Hassan have been praised for clear communication and careful driving.

“Sam, the driver was on time and sought us out at the designated terminal with the arrival name card, he named places of interest such as Dover Castle as we drove out and places in London such as The West End etc. He was very professional and friendly, drove carefully and asked if we were doing OK during the journey. We had no issues with Viator or with Sam. Thank you.”

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9.Dover Cruise Ship to Leeds Castle via Canterbury, Villages & back

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $190

Travel from Dover in a minibus for up to 16 people, with free time in Canterbury, photo stops in Chilham, Charing, Lenham, and Harrietsham, then 2.5 hours at Leeds Castle. Guides such as Matt and Nigel offer local commentary and helpful driving. Canterbury Cathedral entry costs extra.

“We really enjoyed our tour with Matt and Robin! I know this was their first time trying out this tour and will likely make some adjustments and won't include two guides, but I enjoyed them both (so very different personalities). Viator is not grRead more”

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10.Chauffeur Transfer: Dover Cruise Port to/from Heathrow Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews

Book a private, door-to-door transfer between Dover Cruise Port, a hotel, or Heathrow Airport in a Mercedes E-Class, S-Class, V-Class, or similar vehicle. Your chauffeur handles luggage, monitors airport flights, supplies bottled water, and provides Wi-Fi when available. The ride takes about two hours for up to three people.

“The driver met us promptly at arrivals with an easy-to-read sign, even though we got through customs earlier than expected. Traffic into London was handled well, making the ride smooth and comfortable. I highly recommend Goldfinch Executives for their reliable and professional service!”

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11.Secrets of Rye – Blue Badge Guide Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Start at Rye Railway Station for a private, two-hour walking tour with a Blue Badge guide from Fact or Fiction Tours. See the Rye Heritage Centre, Mermaid Inn, Camber Castle, and the former home of Henry James while hearing stories of Rye’s past. The tour is in English, runs for your group of up to four, and ends at the station.

“We really enjoyed this tour. The pace was just right so I got to stop and take lots of pictures. Our guide was full of stories and history which we love. The people we encountered in Rye were very nice and helpful. I highly recommend this before exploring on your own”

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12.Private Transfer From Dover Cruise to London via Dover Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

After your cruise, a private driver meets you at Dover terminal, loads your luggage, and takes you by Mercedes-Benz to Dover Castle. You have two hours to explore at your own pace, with admission paid separately, before continuing to your London hotel. Drivers such as Hugo have provided careful, professional service for groups of up to seven.

“Hugo our driver was excellent, arrived early, was very helpful, and professional. The vehicle was very comfortable for the six of us and all our luggage.”

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13.VIP Chauffeur Transfer: Dover Cruise Port to/from Gatwick Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Travel between Dover Cruise Port and Gatwick Airport in a private Mercedes E-Class, S-Class, V-Class, or similar vehicle. Your chauffeur meets you with a nameboard, helps with luggage, tracks your ship or flight, and drives you door to door. The service lasts about two hours and suits groups of up to three.

“John at Goldfinch Executives was outstanding! The ride was smooth and luxurious, and his friendly demeanor made the experience even better. Truly first-class service that exceeds expectations!”

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