Private tour in Canterbury Gary P

Canterbury Cathedral, White Cliffs of Dover and drive through the Kentish Countryside

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Gary P.

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Hello, my name is Gary, as a Dovorian I was born in Dover and have spent my entire life living in the villages around Dover never more than 4 miles from the iconic White Cliffs. As a young boy growing up in the countryside I have fond memories of playing on the beaches and pretty coves around Dover. Re-enacting battles with my mates in the moat at Dover Castle & exploring the miles of old military tunnels beneath the White Cliffs of Dover. I'm family man first, I'm blessed with a wonderful wife, 2 beautiful daughters, 3 precious grandchildren & 1 more on the way! I spent my early years working in the construction industry and have always had a complete love of buildings and their architecture and how people live and work in them. Dover has some of the finest medieval buildings in England and of course surrounded with pretty Kentish villages & seaside towns. Like many things in life, I didn't plan to become a tour guide. In truth after a back injury (I'm fine now) I needed to reinvent myself. I decided to become a driver, I got all the right qualifications & licenses, a vehicle and set up my own business taking people to the airports for their holidays. I remember bringing a wonderful couple from their Central London hotel to Dover Cruise Terminal for their cruise, we were a little early so they asked "could you show us around" I can honestly say that was the moment I realised just what I wanted to do! My Light Bulb Moment! Since then I've committed to become the best private tour guide I can be. I've developed excellent relationships with Leeds Castle, Dover Castle and Canterbury Cathedral and more. From 2022 I will be an accredited tour guide at Canterbury Cathedral so I will be able to personally guide you. As a local I can take you to the best places to get the most from your day. My vehicle is a luxury Mercedes-Benz V Class, with 7 leather seats, fully air-conditioned and I always have a plentiful supply of complementary cooled bottled water. I'm happy to collect you from your Dover hotel, Dover Priory Train Station or Dover Cruise terminal & I can return you to your cruise ship at the end of your tour, or if you're leaving your cruise and want a transfer to your Central London hotel with a private guided tour en-route that would be fine too. Many of my clients like to be collected from and returned to their hotel in London for a day tour out of London. All my tours are private, the itinerary can be customised to suit you. please feel free to reach out to me with any special requests. I have just one goal 'To make your day with me the best day of your vacation' Accredited tour guide for Canterbury Cathedral (Only accredited tour guides are allowed to tour inside the the Cathedral). Fully licensed and insured private hire driver. Fully licensed & insured luxury Mercedes-Benz V Class vehicle DBS checked (criminal records check). *Important for Tours that include Canterbury Cathedral* Canterbury Cathedral do not permit Guided Tours on a Sunday, therefore the Cathedral visit becomes unguided.

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Overview of your Canterbury tour

Our journey starts with the City of Canterbury, one of the oldest and most famous Christian Structures in England, Canterbury Cathedral - I fell in love with this building as soon as I visited it, together we will see the ancient architecture and uncover the secrets of the cloisters and stained glass windows which tell their own story of times gone by. We will visit the White Cliffs of Dover, I have never lived further than four miles away from the Cliffs and they are a symbol of my Heritage and my childhood where I often played. I now fully appreciate the breathtaking views across the English Channel and can share this wonderful experience with my clients! My goal for the day is to make you feel welcome in my country and my part of the world and make sure you have the best memorable day possible!

Your Canterbury tour itinerary

Collected in a luxury Mercedes-Benz by your Guide from Dover (Including Dover Cruise Terminal). We will drive to the City of Canterbury (approx 90mins) & walk through the old streets to the Cathedral. Canterbury Cathedral with its amazing architecture has over 1, 500 years of history and is breathtaking. I will personally take you on a private guided Tour and tell you the wonderful stories. Then to the White Cliffs of Dover.  There is a 5-10 minute walk to the cliffs to get the best views where we can take a walk along the path on top of the Cliffs taking in the magnificent views, with plenty of photo opportunities. From the White Cliffs we will drive through some Kentish Countryside and, if you'd like, stop for lunch in a Kentish Village Pub. Finish the day with a visit to a couple of seaside villages before driving you to your hotel at Heathrow or in London.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Mercedes-Benz V Class Luxury MPV with leather seats, fully air-conditioned, fully valeted for your comfort and a plentiful supply of complimentary cooled bottled water. With an integrated microphone system to enhance your experience. At the end of your tour you will be dropped off at your hotel at Heathrow or in Central London.

What's included
Other: * Complimentary cooled bottled water.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Admission tickets. Lunch.
Food Drinks Snacks
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Meeting location

Dover, England, United Kingdom

Dover - You will be collected at a location in Dover of your choosing including Dover Cruise Terminal.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
History
Museums
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
1014191
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the historic and scenic sites of Canterbury and the surrounding areas with a knowledgeable local guide. It's especially suitable for those interested in history, architecture, and breathtaking natural landscapes. Families with children will find it kid-friendly, and it's also ideal for those who prefer a light activity level.

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