Kent Coast Road Trip Guidebook-Canterbury, Dover & Dungeness

Duration4 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

The online guidebook offers a structured multi-day journey along one of England’s most varied shorelines — linking cathedral cities, seaside towns and dramatic cliffs.

Covering approx 93 miles (149 km), with flexibility for 3–10+ days. Distances are short but the landscapes change quickly as the coast unfolds.

Canterbury & the Oyster Coast – Cathedral streets lead to Whitstable’s harbour, seafood culture and coastline.

Thanet Cliffs & Seaside Bays – Broad beaches, chalk cliffs and classic seaside towns around Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate.

White Cliffs & the Cinque Ports – Dover Castle, the White Cliffs and historic ports before the vast shingle landscape of Dungeness.

Each section includes narrative introductions, route structure and time-based planning ideas.

This self-guided trip helps you plan and explore at your own pace.

With 12 months included, access begins from the selected booking date — choose a date that allows time for planning rather than your travel date.

What's included

Overnight stay guidance
Online self-guided road trip guide (phone, tablet or laptop)
12 months access so don't wait until your travel - get planning straight away
Time-based itinerary ideas (3–10+ days)

Meals
In-person tour guide
Transport (self-drive experience)
Attraction entrance tickets or activity bookings
Live navigation or real-time route customisation

What to expect

Day 1: Example - around Canterbury. You can adapt your road trip to fit your timeframe – from 3 to 14 days.

Canterbury
6h

Use the guide to explore the historic city of Canterbury and surrounding countryside. Visit iconic landmarks like Canterbury Cathedral, discover riverside walks and heritage trails. Includes tips for parking, how to get here and how to spend your time.
Whitstable
4h

Charming and full of character, Whitstable is a must for food lovers and seaside fans. Use the guide to explore its harbour, sample local oysters, browse independent shops, and follow the coast to Tankerton Slopes. Includes ideas for how to spend your time, where to park etc.

Day 2: Example - Thanet Coast

Margate
4h

This section covers the classic Kentish seaside experience, with stops in Margate, Broadstairs, and Ramsgate. The guidebook highlights art galleries, retro arcades, clifftop walks, and sandy beaches, offering a mix of culture and coastal charm.

**Relax on Margate beach, visit a contemporary art gallery or enjoy some time at the pleasure rides. The guidebook helps you explore Margate’s creative side — visit the Turner Contemporary, stroll the Old Town’s vintage shops, or relax on Margate Main Sands.
Broadstairs
3h

Next, visit Broadstairs, a postcard-perfect seaside town once beloved by Charles Dickens. The guide leads you to Viking Bay, the main beach backed by cliffs and colourful beach huts. Learn about the town’s literary history, visit the Dickens House Museum, and enjoy walks along the coastal path or up to Bleak House. Includes how to spend your time there and parking tips etc.
Ramsgate
4h

Discover the rich maritime history of Ramsgate, if you choose to stop here. Explore the Royal Harbour.

Day 3: Example - Dover

Dover
6h

Discover why Dover has been one of the most important since Roman times by visiting this fascinating city. Find out more about the 2000-year history at Dover Castle, plus the history of the World War II tunnels and other sites. Enjoy the world recognised view of the white cliffs. Use the guide to select your choices.

Day 4: Example - Folkestone & Dungeness

Folkestone
3h

Visit Folketone's bustling harbour and the newly renovated Folkestone Harbour Arm - with its vibrant restaurants, pubs and shops.
Dungeness
5h

Explore the area's unique landscape and rich biodiversity. Visit the nature reserve, stroll along the beach or visit the nostalgic railway line. Use the guide to make your choices.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

There is no physical meeting point for this product. This is a self-guided road-trip guidebook.
You are free to begin the route at a location that suits your schedule. Any starting point referenced within the guide is provided for route structure and illustration purposes only.

End point

There is no physical meeting point for this product. This is a self-guided road-trip guidebook.
You are free to begin the route at a location that suits your schedule. Any starting point referenced within the guide is provided for route structure and illustration purposes only.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.