Leeds Castle and Canterbury Cathedral (Full-day tour)
Leeds Castle & Canterbury (UK) - by Vip London Tour
€1050.00
Duration ¦ 8h
Private full-day guided tour from London to Leeds Castlte and Canterbury Cathedral with a private driver and car.
Spend a full day exploring some of England’s oldest and most atmospheric sites on a private tour from Westminster. Visit the picturesque Leeds Castle set in 500 acres of parkland and a glossy lake, learn about Tudor life from your guide and taste mead at the Gatehouse. Continue to medieval Canterbury to see its towering cathedral, follow the route of historic pilgrims and discover stained glass, gothic architecture and a haunting crypt — all with your own private guide and driver.
Price is per group of max is 5 people with minimum of 1 participants per booking.
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Leeds Castle & Canterbury – Private Full-Day Tour (8 Hours Total)
Discover two of England’s most atmospheric historic sites on a private journey from Westminster with your own guide and driver. This perfectly balanced 8-hour experience combines royal splendour, medieval intrigue and spiritual history — all at a relaxed yet efficient pace.
Tour Duration: 8 Hours Total
Private guide and driver
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Westminster / Central London
Approx. 1.5 hours each way (traffic dependent)
Around 4.5–5 hours on site
🚗 Morning Departure from London
Travel southeast through the Kent countryside — known as the “Garden of England.” Your guide will introduce the Norman and Tudor periods, setting the historical context for the day.
🏰 Leeds Castle (Approx. 2–2.5 Hours)
Often called “the loveliest castle in the world,” Leeds Castle sits dramatically on islands within a natural lake.
Highlights:
Medieval origins dating to 1119
Former royal residence of six medieval queens
Tudor connections including Henry VIII
Elegant interiors spanning centuries
Scenic parkland and moat views
🍯 Optional: Taste traditional mead at the Gatehouse while learning about medieval customs.
🚗 Drive to Canterbury (Approx. 45 Minutes)
Continue through rolling countryside toward one of England’s most important cathedral cities.
⛪ Canterbury
A historic pilgrimage city filled with medieval streets and timber-framed buildings.
✨ Canterbury Cathedral (Approx. 1.5–2 Hours)
Explore the spiritual heart of England.
Inside you will see:
Magnificent Gothic architecture
Medieval stained glass
The site of the martyrdom of Thomas Becket (1170)
The atmospheric Norman crypt
Follow the route of medieval pilgrims and hear the dramatic story that made Canterbury one of Europe’s most important religious destinations.
🚶 Short Canterbury Walking Tour (Approx. 45 Minutes)
Buttermarket Square
Medieval lanes and city walls
Historic pilgrim routes
🚗 Return to London
Relax on the return journey to Westminster after a rich and rewarding day.
What This 8-Hour Version Offers
Efficient yet unhurried pacing
Two iconic historic sites
Expert private commentary throughout
Comfortable private transport
Perfect balance of castle grandeur and cathedral history
Private tour guide
Private driver and car
Entrance tickets to museums
Itinerary and visit order may change. Entrance fees to museums and attractions are not included and must be purchased separately.
Westminster London, Greater London GB SW1A 2JR
Please contact Viplondontour by email: info@viplondontour.com
