Port
Dover (London), England, UK
Activity Level
Moderate Activity
Excursion Type
All
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Starting At (prices in USD)
$180
Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
Duration
Approximately 5 Hours
Meals Included
Meals not included
Your tour starts with a drive directly to Leeds Castle -- one of the most romantic and ancient castles in the United Kingdom. In the 9th century, Leeds was the site of a manor belonging the Saxon royal family. Listed in the Domesday Book, this castle has been a Norman stronghold, a royal residence to six of England's medieval queens, a playground and palace to Henry VIII, and a private home. Today, lovingly restored, it is the seat of a magnificent collection of medieval furnishings, paintings, tapestries and treasures, and visitors of the present mingle with the ghosts of lives past.
You will pass through the 13th-century Gate Tower, which stolidly guards the only access to the castle's interior. As you pass from room to room, well-informed castle guides are stationed to answer your questions.
Situated on two small islands in the middle of an encircling lake, it is surrounded by a green arc of parkland, thick with trees and hills that tumble gently down to the water's edge. Take a delightful walk along a flat path, which follows a meandering stream through a belt of stately trees. A series of small lakes are the natural habitat for a fine collection of unusual and exotic waterfowl. You'll see the many glorious views. Monarchs and seasons may change, but Leeds Castle's enchanting and very English beauty is everlasting.
As your visit comes to an end re-board your coach to transfer to London Heathrow Airport.
Please note: This tour is available only to guests whose cruise ends in Dover, with flights departing London Heathrow after 5pm. Involves some walking over uneven surfaces including some steps, inclines and cobblestones. Wear comfortable walking shoes. For guests with mobility limitations, there is a small land-train available for the journey through the parkland to the castle's entrance.