Christmas Day trip: London to Canterbury, Dover and Greenwich

Explore the UK on Christmas day with a festive day trip from London. Visit Canterbury Cathedral and attend the Christmas worship service or enjoy a traditional Christmas lunch and marvel at the White Cliffs of Dover.

Highlights

• Attend the Christmas Sung Eucharist service at Canterbury Cathedral
• Feast on a traditional Christmas lunch
• Visit a photo stop at the White Cliffs of Dover
• Drive through maritime Greenwich
• Be accompanied by an English-speaking guide

Canterbury

Start your Christmas day trip with a drive through the countryside of Kent to the beautiful 12th- and 13th-century Canterbury Cathedral. Marvel at the stained-glass windows and architecture and by any luck a likely appearance by the Archbishops of Canterbury for a memorable Canterbury Cathedral Christmas service.

Christmas Lunch

For a truly magnificent experience you'll be served a traditional three-course Christmas lunch or Christmas lunch buffet. Enjoy the atmosphere accompanied by an alcoholic beverage or choice of soft drink.

White Cliffs of Dover

After lunch the coach takes you to the White Cliffs of Dover for a photo opportunity. Catch a glimpse of Dover Castle, a key filming location for “The Other Boleyn Girl” which was transformed to look like the Tower of London to show her imprisonment. Enjoy sweeping views of the English Channel on this White Cliffs of Dover Christmas trip as you drive along the coast to reach your next destination.

Greenwich

Return to the capital and the World Heritage Site of Greenwich in south London which concludes this Greenwich Christmas tour. The historical London Borough is famous for its maritime past, baroque architecture and is the home of Greenwich Mean Time. The waterfront is dominated by the Old Royal Naval College, designed by Christopher Wren – the mastermind behind St Paul’s Cathedral.

How do I book the London to Canterbury Dover Christmas tour?

You can buy tickets for Christmas Day trip: London to Canterbury, Dover and Greenwich using the booking button on this page.

What is included in the booking?

Your booking includes a return transfer on a luxury air-conditioned coach, entry to the Sung Eucharist service at Canterbury Castle, a traditional Christmas lunch and a professional English-speaking guide.

Where to meet the tour

The bus tour departs daily from Golden Tours Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, SW1W 9SR, close to Victoria Station.

What time does the London to Canterbury Dover Christmas tour leave London?

Check-in for departure is at 8am from Victoria, central London. The coach departs at 8.30am.

Please ensure that you arrive at the departure point at the time of check-in and don’t forget your e-ticket.

What time does the coach get back to London?

You will arrive at the return point, Victoria, at approximately 6pm with an optional stop at Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park Corner, Marble Arch and Bayswater Road.

Be sure to double check all timings on your e-ticket.

FAQ

Will there be time to explore each location independently?

Due to the nature of this multi-location Traditional Christmas lunch day trip London there won't be enough time to explore the surrounding areas at each stop.

Is the traditional Christmas lunch suitable for dietary restrictions?

You can choose between four different meal options at checkout which offer a standard, vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free (non-vegetarian) menu.

Can children and infants join the tour?

Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the tour. For further age-related questions please contact Golden Tours directly.

What should I wear for the Christmas service at Canterbury Cathedral?

There is no strict dress code at the Christmas service at Canterbury Cathedral but we recommend you dress modestly and respectfully as this is a religious service and sacred place of worship.

How many people are on each tour?

The number of guests that will join you on the day will depend on booking numbers which is why we are unable to provide any numbers.