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Maidstone is a large, historically important town in Kent, England, of which it is the county town. The River Medway runs through the centre of the town, linking it with Rochester and the Thames Estuary. Historically, the river carried much of the town's trade as the centre of the agricultural county of Kent, known as the Garden of England. There is evidence of settlement in the area dating back before the Stone Age. The town, part of the borough of Maidstone, had a population of 107,627 people in 2011. There has been a shift in the town's economy since the Second World War away from heavy industry towards light industry and services.
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1. Kent : Gardens, Castles and Cathedrals : Private Driving Tour from London
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour of the Garden County of Kent includes a visit to the medieval Leeds Castle, said to be the most beautiful in England. It is the place where King Henry VIII stayed on his way to negotiating with the French king at The Field of the Cloth of Gold. It has has a fascinating recent 20th Century history having been owned by a wealthy aristocrat. After lunch in one of Kent's lovely garden villages, we spend the afternoon visiting Canterbury with its magnificent cathedral and medieval streets. You will hear about the incredible stories attached to this home of the Church of England and will have the opportunity to explore this remarkable town.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea
Reviewed By Zenzaro
We had met Nigel Homer earlier in December when he guided us on the Rabbies Oxford & Traditional Cotwold Villages 1 Day Tour. We had such a wonderful day that we booked Nigel again. Nigel has such a delightful manner, is extremely knowledgeable & has a very inviting sense of humour all of which enables him to deliver the most relaxed, comfortable, fun & enjoyable tour. Thank you so much & best wishes, Nigel. ????
2. Private Day Tour to Beautiful Leeds Castle, Kent, from London
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Walk in the footsteps of King Henry VIII and his first wife Catherine of Aragon. Be one of the few who discovers that Leeds Castle is located in Kent's beautiful countryside and is, in fact, within easy reach of London. (Originally known as 'Esledes' and not linked to the City of Leeds, north England!) Avoid London's heavy traffic and save time and costs. - I will collect you by car at Bromley South station, which is less than 20 minutes’ direct train ride from London Victoria, covered by zone 5 Oystercards or Travelcards. We will drive through the beautiful countryside of Kent known as the 'Garden of England', just 1 hour before arriving at majestic Leeds Castle. Tour inside the castle and you'll be amazed by its magnificence. Walk through the stunning grounds to and from the castle, taking you a world away from the rush of any city. Join me, a local who can tell you about the castle and the role it has played in England's history.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Entrance tickets, Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel - Return journey to the castle from Bromley South Station, No tour fee for kids 10 years and under. (Must be accompanied by a relative 21+ years old).
Exclusions: Hotel pick-up, Meals and beverages, Audio guides
Reviewed By achristy13
Awesome, outstanding, amazing, top-notch! We honestly cannot think of enough good things to say about John & his tours. We had a wonderful day, in fact John is the best tour guide we have ever had! Not to mention how gorgeous Leeds castle in Kent is, it’s magic. We could have spent the whole day in the medieval town of Canterbury it’s got everything from good food to shopping plus history. John is really easy to be around & he makes the day run so smoothly cause he has thought every detail through for you, so you can just enjoy your day. Would book with John again in a heartbeat!
3. Leeds Castle, Canterbury and White Cliffs of Dover Private Car Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
All our tours have been made Covid secure and are carried out in daily sanitised vehicles. We have personal protective equipment (PPE) such as antibacterials, face coverings and disposable gloves. Our staff carry out a daily health check with temperature checks. The venues have sanitising stations and respect UK government rules on social distancing and safe travel. 10 hour private driver-guide tour to Leeds Castle, Canterbury and White Cliffs of Dover. Leeds Castle was once described as 'The loveliest castle in the world'; see its fairytale-like towers, moat, stunning gardens and explore one of the most beautiful historic buildings in Britain. Visit the cathedral city of Canterbury with its the medieval town centre of cobbled streets and timber-framed houses. See the iconic white cliffs of Dover. You will spend the day in the beautiful county of Kent, the garden of England. An unforgettable experience.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Entrance fees to venue(s) are not included, Gratuities. (We suggest a tip of approximately 10% of the tour cost for outstanding service).
Reviewed By AdeWotton
I have a completed three of David's Virtual Tours during lockdown including Shoreditch Street Art, China Town and Covent Garden. David always goes above and beyond and has a wealth of knowledge and is very interactive and accessible. Really recommend him
4. Luxury Private Vehicle Day Hire from & to London via Leeds Castle & Dover Castle
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
After your preffered pickup from the central London Hotel, you will travel by air-conditioned luxury Mercedes V-Class to your first stop, Leeds Castle Here, you will take self guided walking Tour. Afterward, we will continue to Canterbury or May be Dover castle and its White Cliffs. On the way to Leeds Castle you will admire some of Londons iconic buildings from Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London. From Leeds Castle we will make our way to Dover Castle and its White Cliffs this has an amazing view over the English channel.
Inclusions: Luxury air-conditioned Mercedes V-Class with on board Wifi, Bottled Water & Tea & Coffee with Snacks (Freshly baked Croissants & Muffins), Personal Chauffeured Service at an Affordable Cost, Hotel/Accommadation pick up time in London is 08.15am back in London 8.15pm, Self guided sightseeing tour, Coronavirus (Covid-19) Safety-Face masks & Hand Sanitiser issued to all travelling clients
Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, All Attraction entrance fees are not included within the tour price
Reviewed By Joyce350
We had booked four transfers with London Cruise Transfers and had excellent service with Steven Jones who accommodated all of our needs perfectly. Unfortunately we had to cancel as our cruise was cancelled out of Southhampton. Steve immediately credited us back our initial deposit and I told him that we would keep all information on file as we will surely use them when we go to England sometime next year. We have used various travel transfers in the past but have never had service like this. I would recommend them totally Joyce Scavuzzo
5. Private Tour to Canterbury, Leeds Castle and The White Cliffs of Dover
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Enjoy unrivalled service with collection and drop-off from your hotel; no need to worry about finding a meeting point early in the morning. All our tours are run by some of the most experienced and highest rated guides in London with more than 10 years’ experience in the industry and degrees in history. Your overall tour experience will be greatly enhanced by your local guide. Your tour is entirely bespoke and can be changed at any time; even on the day. We understand that every family has different passions and interests, so we cater our service to your personal needs. Our tour itineraries stand out from the crowd. We won’t ever oversell a product and firmly believe in providing more value through allowing more time at the sights than the big bus tours. We are a small, bespoke company so we guarantee that you won’t be left with an inexperienced backup guide during the busy season. We provide the highest quality guides all year round.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By TrentBarn0209
We had an amazing trip to Stonehenge, Bath and the Cotswolds with Oz; our courteous driver and tour guide. The trip was very professional and very well organized. From the outset, we could tell we were in good hands. Oz really knows his way around the area and his depth of knowledge of the history of the locations is fantastic. You could not ask for a better guide. Our trip was a little different because we asked not to go to The Roman Museum and spend more time in the Cotswolds. Oz picked us up on time and the van was very comfortable. We were provided hand sanitizer in the van for our use and offered face masks if needed which was also reassuring. It was quite a long drive out to Stonehenge, but Oz kicked things off with an interesting talk on London as we passed by important buildings. He then gave us an amazing introduction speech about Saxons, Vikings and ancient history that really had us hooked on what we were going to see! The whole day was superb, we never felt rushed and enjoyed it so much from beginning to end. Thanks for a great day Oz - this was the best day of our holiday!
6. Private Kent castles
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4.3 based on 3 reviews
We offer unique private tours. Using a luxury vehicle. We can take upto 8 passengers. We collect and drop off at your accommodation. We can guide you inside the locations. We are very experienced and very knowledgeable and friendly. We have over 16 years experience. Check us out on trip advisor.
Inclusions: Wifi, Snacks.soft drinks, All taxes and parking
Exclusions: Admission fees, Food and drink
Reviewed By lisa_fauvely
We had so much fun on our first tour that we booked a second one later in the week! The first day we did Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Lacock (instead of Bath). David was very patient and easy to chat with. He even showed us the Eton area and Woodhenge. He gave us pastries when we finished Windsor Castle. We all had a lovely day. Later in the week, we did Leeds Castle, Bodiam Castle, Canterbury and White Cliffs of Dover, which was also excellent. We saw so much in those two days and David was so kind. He was like a dad, making sure we had umbrellas and that we weren't hungry. We'd definitely book another tour with him in the future.
7. Leeds Castle, Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip from London with Guided Cathedral Tour
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4.2 based on 853 reviews
Escape the hustle-bustle of London for a day and travel to the English countryside for a tour of Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and Dover. Enjoy a private viewing of beautiful Leeds Castle before the doors open to the public, get an exclusive tour inside UNESCO World Heritage–listed Canterbury Cathedral, and admire the symbolic White Cliffs of Dover. Listen to your guide's expert commentary throughout the day through your personal headphones.
Inclusions: Expert guide, Superior Coach, Wi-Fi and USB Charging On-board, Personal Audio Headset , Entry to Leeds Castle , Entry to Canterbury Cathedral
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pick-up
Reviewed By soumim88
Francesco did a tremendous job for us. He obviously knew his subject very well and delivered it using humour and candour. The only thing that was missing in our opinion was speakers because at times we were at the back and could not hear him...otherwise excellent...and we wish him the best with his Architectural studies Regards Soumi and Lydia Mitra
8. Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral, Dover and Greenwich from London
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4.2 based on 218 reviews
A fun-filled day of British history, scenery and aquatic adventure, take this luxury coach trip to Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover and Greenwich. Begin with a private guided tour of Leeds Castle, once home to Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, before visiting the city of Canterbury where you’ll see the oldest cathedral in England. Afterwards, head to the coastline to the famous White Cliffs of Dover before traveling back to London’s Greenwich, a place filled with maritime history. Finish with a sightseeing boat ride on the River Thames.
Inclusions: Private entry to Leeds Castle, Exclusive Mead Tour, Entry to Canterbury Cathedral, Thames Boat Ride, Transportation by Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach, Professional Guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Reviewed By Pam A
It comes with a live tour guide with great stories. Gemma was a brilliant guide - really knowledgeable and very entertaining. First class tour and only £16.
9. Dover Shore Excursion:Post-Cruise Tour to London via Canterbury and Leeds Castle
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4.2 based on 23 reviews
Make the most of your journey to London after your cruise ends at the port of Dover. This convenient post-cruise transfer to your central London or Heathrow hotel by executive coach is an ideal way to explore two of England’s must-see destinations. The trip includes a 2-hour stop in historic Canterbury and a 3-hour guided tour at the amazing Leeds Castle!
Inclusions: One-way transport by executive coach, Port pickup and hotel drop-off at selected Heathrow Airport hotels and centrally located London hotels within zone 1, Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee, Entry to Leeds Castle & Gardens
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Entrance fees: Canterbury Cathedral
Reviewed By Felizviajeros
We were scheduled for a Baltic /St.Petersburg cruise and Pre London package and due to pandemic it was cancelled for two years in a row. Tom took excellent care of us and arranged our full refund with no problem! Outstanding customer service! We will most definitely use this company when we are able to travel again!
10. Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and Cliffs of Dover Custom Day Trip
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4.0 based on 134 reviews
Travel to Leeds Castle, Canterbury Cathedral and White Cliffs of Dover. Our custom day trip guarantees unbeatable low prices, deluxe coaches, experienced guides and the flexibility to add walking tours or entrance tickets along the way. Upgrade to include entrance fees, or enjoy the flexibility of deciding on the day which attractions you'd like to visit.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned coach (maximum 53 people), Personal audio guide, Entry to Leeds Castle (if options is selected), Entry to Canterbury Cathedral (if options is selected)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel drop off, Hotel pick-up, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By soumim88
Francesco did a tremendous job for us. He obviously knew his subject very well and delivered it using humour and candour. The only thing that was missing in our opinion was speakers because at times we were at the back and could not hear him...otherwise excellent...and we wish him the best with his Architectural studies Regards Soumi and Lydia Mitra
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