LEEDS CASTLE

Once you arrive at the meeting point, you will board your luxury coach along with your tour guide and head to the beautiful Leeds Castle, set on a sprawling estate of grassland with it’s own lake. Your guide will regale you with the history of the castle during your private visit and tell you stories from a time when the castle was a haven for royals away from the bustle of London. You can even stop by for a glass of mead at the newly renovated Gatehouse! You will then depart for the medieval city of Canterbury, the setting of many works of literature but most famous for once being the centre of English Christianity. Step into the lofty cathedral and marvel at the architecture of the historic structure as the light filters in through the many colorful stained glass windows. The cliffs of Dover have held of many an invasion and have withstood them all, looking no worse for the wear. Admire the breathtaking view from this stretch of the coast before a quick stop at Dover Castle, always fun for movie buffs since it was once the replacement for the Tower of London in a major Hollywood feature film. After Dover, you will make your way to Greenwich, home to the Old Royal Naval College designed by Christopher Wren and many fascinating stories besides.

Experience the allure of the 1930s at Leeds Castle like never before with a multimedia guide focusing on the succession of influential women in it’s history. With professionally narrated audio commentary and innovative storytelling, you'll feel as if you've stepped back in time.. Stroll through Lady Bailli’s garden terraces that draw inspiration from sun-drenched Mediterranean locales. Appreciate stone accents, architectural plants, and aromatic herbs and florals. Knights' Stronghold Playground, an incredible medieval-themed playground, is a sure hit for children, invoking a sense of adventure with its exciting structures and play equipment. Get ready to climb and swing through the castle's very own Obstacle Course. Discover mazes, majestic birds and museums! Step into the world of birds of prey where variety of species, from the smallest Burrowing Owl to the grand Russian Steppe Eagle, take center stage. Located behind the maze, the Bird of Prey Centre features Hawks, Falcons, and Owls swooping overhead in breathtaking free-flying falconry displays. Leeds Castle is home to a fascinating Dog Collar Museum, showcasing a collection of canine neckwear spanning 5 centuries. Some of these unique pieces have never been displayed before.

Enjoy a full day discovering the treasures of Kent, including visits to romantic Leeds Castle, historic Canterbury Cathedral and the dramatic White Cliffs of Dover.

Tour Leeds Castle, see the white cliffs of Dover on a coastal drive, and explore Canterbury and its cathedral on this day trip from London. Walk through Greenwich and take a Thames River cruise.