London to Leeds Castle and Canterbury: Day trip
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From London, venture to Leeds Castle’s regal halls, gardens, and wildlife before exploring Canterbury’s medieval charm and historic cathedral. Private transfers ensure smooth travel between these Kent highlights, blending history, architecture, and adventure, with ample time to savor riverside punts, scenic walks, and iconic castle reflections before returning to London.
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What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in London whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Enjoy a stress-free route with total flexibility at each stop. Your driver handles the navigation and suggests attractions that match your interests to help you create a day that's uniquely yours.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Leeds Castle and Canterbury should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €176
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€528
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in London
You choose the pickup spot.
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Leeds Castle
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included
Monday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Leeds Castle blends regal history, expansive gardens, thrilling wildlife, and whimsical discoveries across sunlit waters.
A Norman fortress transformed into a regal Tudor palace, Leeds Castle floats on islands amid 500 acres of lakes, gardens, and woodland. Explore the Castle & Great Hall, from medieval tapestries to Lady Baillie’s 1920s interiors. Wander through Culpeper Garden, Mediterranean gardens, and riverside avenues. Discover wildlife through falconry displays and the Birds of Prey Centre, or embrace adventure with the maze, Go Ape ropes, or ferry rides. Hidden treasures include the quirky Dog Collar Museum, while dining overlooks shimmering water at the Castle View Restaurant. Capture the castle at golden hour from the southern barbican and moat for iconic reflections.
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Canterbury
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included
Canterbury enchants with medieval lanes, cathedral grandeur, river punts, and historic charm at every corner.
Step into Canterbury, where cobbled lanes, medieval walls, and one of England’s most iconic cathedrals create a living history lesson. Begin at Canterbury Cathedral, marveling at its stained glass, cloisters, and the site of Thomas Becket’s martyrdom. Glide along the River Stour on a 45-minute punt tour, passing Gothic arches and riverside gardens. Walk the medieval city walls for elevated views, explore Westgate Towers & Gardens, or dive into the eclectic Beaney House of Art & Knowledge. Pause at hidden gems like St Martin’s Church before sampling local flavors at The Goods Shed or Tiny Tim’s Tearoom.
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The Canterbury Tales attraction brings Chaucer's medieval pilgrims to life through audio-visual presentations in medieval buildings. Visitors can follow the Pilgrims' Way walking route that medieval travelers took to reach Becket's shrine. The cathedral's Trinity Chapel contains the site where Becket's shrine stood, connecting visitors directly to the pilgrimage tradition that inspired English literature's greatest medieval work.
Leeds Castle represents royal domestic life and medieval nobility, showing how England's elite lived in luxury and security. Canterbury Cathedral embodies spiritual power and religious authority that shaped English culture and politics. Together, they illustrate the balance between temporal and spiritual power that defined medieval England, from royal courts to religious pilgrimage.
Canterbury's medieval streets still follow their original layout, with Tudor buildings, ancient city walls, and narrow lanes creating an authentic historical atmosphere. The King's School, founded in 597 AD, remains one of the world's oldest schools. Medieval pilgrimage routes still lead to the cathedral, while archaeological ruins reveal Roman and Saxon settlements beneath the current city.
The castle's lake reflection provides the most iconic image, best captured from the approach road or surrounding parkland. The gatehouse and bridge create dramatic entrance shots, while the castle's different angles reveal various architectural periods. The gardens offer seasonal photography opportunities with spring daffodils, summer roses, and autumn foliage reflecting in the castle's moat.
The castle features the medieval main castle with restored royal apartments, the Gatehouse Museum displaying medieval artifacts, and the beautiful Lady Baillie Room with period furnishings. The Black Swan moat, duck ponds, and aviary provide wildlife encounters. The castle grounds include formal gardens, a maze, a grotto, and a golf course, offering diverse activities beyond the historic buildings.
Leeds Castle's 500 acres include formal gardens, woodland walks, and a challenging maze with underground grotto. Canterbury's Westgate Gardens follow the River Stour through the city center, while Dane John Gardens occupy a Roman burial mound. Both locations provide peaceful outdoor experiences that complement the historical architecture and allow visitors to appreciate the English countryside.
Canterbury Cathedral has been the center of English Christianity for over 1,400 years and remains the mother church of the Anglican Communion worldwide. It was here that Thomas Becket was murdered in 1170, making it a pilgrimage destination for medieval travelers, immortalized in Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales." The cathedral houses Becket's shrine and represents centuries of English religious and political history.
Leeds Castle earned this title through its romantic setting on two islands in a natural lake, surrounded by 500 acres of parkland. Built in the 9th century and transformed into a royal palace, it served as home to six medieval queens. The castle's reflection in the lake waters, swan-filled moat, and perfectly manicured gardens create an enchanting fairy-tale appearance unmatched by other English castles.
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