Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 639 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride worth booking?
Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride is a 11-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $148 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 639 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (639)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $148 per person
Spend the day exploring the best of the UK with exclusive early entry to Leeds Castle, mead tasting at Leeds Castle , entry to Canterbury Cathedral, and more. Highlights: Explore inside Leeds Castle and wander its gorgeous gardens Mead tasting experience at Leeds Castle from (April - October only) Visit one of the oldest Christian structures in the UK, Canterbury Cathedral See the tomb of Thomas Becket and see spectacular stained glass windows See the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich before enjoying a Thames boat ride Enjoy a scenic stop in Dover and see the iconic White Cliffs Professional live guide on the bus
What you get
About this experience
Spend the day exploring the best of the UK with exclusive early entry to Leeds Castle, mead tasting at Leeds Castle , entry to Canterbury Cathedral, and more. Highlights: Explore inside Leeds Castle and wander its gorgeous gardens Mead tasting experience at Leeds Castle from (April - October only) Visit one of the oldest Christian structures in the UK, Canterbury Cathedral See the tomb of Thomas Becket and see spectacular stained glass windows See the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich before enjoying a Thames boat ride Enjoy a scenic stop in Dover and see the iconic White Cliffs Professional live guide on the bus
What's included
Included
- Transportation by Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach
- Mead tasting at Leeds Castle (April to October only)
- Thames Boat Ride (April to October only)
- Scenic stop at Dover
- Entry to Canterbury Cathedral (if selected)
- Exclusive early entry to Leeds Castle
- Professional Guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Return
- Additional refreshments
What you'll see and do
Leeds Castle
Described as 'the loveliest castle in the world' by Lord Conway, Leeds Castle sits in 500 acres of landscaped parkland across two idyllic islands, deep in the heart of the magnificent Kent countryside. Early arrival ensures an almost private visit of Leeds Castle, where Henry VIII retreated to escape the plague raging in London during his reign. Be the first group to enter the Castle and enjoy a delightful tasting of mead - an alcoholic beverage once had by the Vikings!
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Canterbury Cathedral
Centre of English Christianity and home to a succession of 104 Archbishops since Augustine, Canterbury is a magnificent medieval city that’s a must for any history buff. Discover the scene of Archbishop Thomas Becket’s gruesome murder at Canterbury Cathedral in 1170. Learn the intriguing history behind this captivating masterpiece of medieval architecture. Marvel at the cathedral’s spectacular stained glass windows, many of which have survived from the late 12th and early 13th centuries. The Cathedral will still be open but there will be parts that are not open to the public between these dates – The Nave, Chapter House, Martyrdom and western part of the Quire’
60 minutes here · Admission included
The White Cliffs of Dover
Enjoy a scenic stop in Dover and take in views of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover in the distance. Be sure to bring your camera along for great photo ops!
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Greenwich
Overlooking the River Thames, Greenwich is a stunning World Heritage site bustling with fine maritime landmarks. See the Old Royal Naval College designed by Sir Christopher Wren, and the world–famous Cutty Sark, a fascinating 19th–century clipper ship.
30 minutes here
Cutty Sark
The Cutty Sark is a clipper ship built in the United Kingdom in the 18th century. A tea clipper, the Cutty Sark was built on the River Leven near Dumbarton in Scotland in 1869 for the Jock Willis Shipping Line. It was one of the last and fastest tea clippers ever built, having been built at the end of a long period of design development that had been halted when sailing ships were replaced by steam propulsion.
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Old Royal Naval College
Founded in 1873, The Old Royal Naval College serves as the magnificent centrepiece of Maritime Greenwich, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Greenwich, London, described as having "outstanding universal value" and being the "finest and most dramatically sited architectural and landscape ensemble in the British Isles" by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
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Thames River
Get a fresh perspective on London’s attractions with our River Thames boat ride from Greenwich to Embankment Pier, passing Tower Bridge and stunning St. Paul’s Cathedral along the route. Estimated arrival time back in Embankment Pier, where the tour ends, is around 6.30pm
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Departure point: Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SR. what3words location: eager.play.forks Meeting time: 8:15am Departure time: 8:30am Return(approx.): 6:30pm
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The coach part of your tour will end in Greenwich as you embark on your River Thames boat ride before disembarking at Embankment pier, where your day trip will end. Embankment Pier is just over the road from Embankment Underground station, where the District, Circle and Bakerloo lines go through.
Options you can book
Japanese with All Entries
Spanish With 1 Entry
Includes Entry to Leeds Castle
Signature - English
English Signature - All Entries + Premium Seating & Lunch Pack
Signature - Spanish
Signature - All Entries + Premium Seating & Lunch Pack (Spanish)
English with All Entries
Chinese with All Entries
English With 1 Entry
Includes Entry to Leeds Castle
Signature - Japanese
Signature - All Entries + Premium Seating & Lunch Pack (Japanese)
Spanish with All Entries
Signature - Chinese
Signature - All Entries + Premium Seating & Lunch Pack (Chinese)
Chinese With 1 Entry
Includes Entry to Leeds Castle
Japanese With 1 Entry
Includes Entry to Leeds Castle
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, ja, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Golden Tours Gray Line London
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please show this e-ticket to gain entry to this tour.
- From November to March, the boat ride will not operate.
- Mead tasting is for 18+ only. This will only be included in the tour from 1st April.
- Infants aged 0-2 can join this tour for free however they must sit on the lap of a parent/guardian. If you would like a seat for your infant, please purchase a child ticket. We do not provide car seats.
- *During peak periods, vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
- Our vehicles are modern, comfortable and deep cleaned daily.
- Signature Tour Option: (April- October only) Soak up the amazing vistas on the bus with our premium seating option and a knowledgeable live guide. Plus, enjoy a lunch pack. Once at each location, you can enter Leeds Castle and Canterbury Cathedral, and enjoy a River Thames cruise, giving you a complete and immersive experience.
- Signature Tour Option: (November - March only) Take advantage of the best views on the bus with our premium seating option and a knowledgeable live guide. Plus, enjoy a lunch pack. You will have access to Leeds Castle and Canterbury Cathedral, where you can admire the famous landmarks.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 637 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
637 verified traveler reviews for Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Don’t Waste Your Money
Everyone was on time— the day very windy and cold— bus was 15 min late and excuse was “traffic” but everyone on the tour knew about traffic and we left early and arrived on time— the ride was extremely jerky- it seems the driver didn’t care about his passengers. He just wanted to get there (so he could be on his phone). Not enough Dramamine for the whole trip Once you got to Leeds, Canterbury and Dover you were on your own- -gave spiel on the bus but nothing when got there- very, very disappointing tour. Of course this is my opinion but I wasn’t the only one who got sickish from the bus ride— hard to enjoy scenery when you are nauseous
via Tripadvisor
Leeds Castle
Just how to find Golden driver more easily Would probably skip time at Cliffs of Dover- just do drive by. 30minutes - not long enough stop
via Viator
Memorable
Had a fantastic day with Oliver! He was a great guide. Our driver was fantastic too! The sites were so memorable.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a memorable day exploring Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover and Greenwich. It’s wonderful to know Oliver was a great guide and that you were also pleased with your driver. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team!
via Tripadvisor
Enjoy and don’t worry about the details!
I had a great day trip! Guide, Oliver, was very friendly and knowledgeable. And our driver, Elvin (Alvin?) was great. Communication and transportation were smooth and went off without a hitch. And the locations were lovely (wish we had a bit more time at each spot, but that’s the nature of a day trip!). I would recommend Golden Tours to anyone looking for a good company to take care of the details for the day!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear you had a great day and enjoyed Oliver’s knowledgeable guidance and Elvin’s smooth driving. We’re glad everything ran seamlessly and that you enjoyed the destinations. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
via Tripadvisor
Day Trip
This was an amazing day! Our guide was knowledgeable and fun. Great voice!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear you had an amazing day and enjoyed our guide’s knowledge, fun personality and great storytelling. We’re so pleased you enjoyed the tour!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $148 to $149
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 224
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Golden Tours Gray Line London, who run 85 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.0.
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Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride cost?
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Prices start at $148 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 639 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride?
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Around 224 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour, Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride?
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Included: Transportation by Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach; Mead tasting at Leeds Castle (April to October only); Thames Boat Ride (April to October only); Scenic stop at Dover; and Entry to Canterbury Cathedral (if selected). Not included: Gratuities; Hotel Return; and Additional refreshments. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride?
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Departure point: Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SR. what3words location: eager.play.forks Meeting time: 8:15am Departure time: 8:30am Return(approx.): 6:30pm Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese, Japanese, English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Infants aged 0-2 can join this tour for free however they must sit on the lap of a parent/. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in London. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride?
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Across 639 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat ride?
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There are 12 options to choose from, including Japanese with All Entries, Spanish With 1 Entry, Signature - English, Signature - Spanish. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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