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London Highlights with Dover Transfer
Shore Trip - London Highlights with Dover Transfer
 



Private London day tour begins at your London hotel with a driving tour past Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London, with a stop for lunch at a traditional pub. This is a one way London to Dover trip: after the city touring, your guide drives you to the Dover cruise port, about 75 miles (121km) away. Licensed Blue Badge Guide throughout. 7 to 7.5 hours.

7.5 hours (private)
licensed guide
english speaking expert
all group sizes
sedan to full size coach
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hotel pick up
meet driver at hotel
  • Pick up from your Hotel in London
  • Your contact will hold a welcome sign with your name written
  • Drop off at the Port of Dover
  • Private Licensed Blue Badge Guide
  • One Way Transportation in Private Vehicle
  • Transport of one piece of luggage and one personal item per person
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Tour Number:
ELTOD-01


Group Size (Prices in USD)*:
2 People - $766 Per Person
3 People - $524 Per Person
4 People - $416 Per Person
5 People - $332 Per Person
6 People - $276 Per Person



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TOUR DESCRIPTION
 

London Highlights from London to Dover Private Tour

This private tour starts in London and ends at the Dover cruise port, about 75 miles (121km) away, combining a full day of London sightseeing with your transfer to the ship.

After meeting your guide at your London hotel, you begin a driving tour with photo stops at the city's top sites: Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, the Tower of London, Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square. The exact sites and order depend on your interests and traffic that day.

Big Ben is technically the name of the bell, not the tower. The tower itself was renamed Elizabeth Tower in 2012 to mark Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee, though most Londoners still call the whole structure Big Ben out of habit. The Great Bell inside was cast in 1858 and has rung over Westminster for more than 160 years.

Buckingham Palace has a longer history than its grand facade suggests. The original house on the site was built in 1703 for the Duke of Buckingham, and it wasn't until George III bought it in 1761 as a private family retreat that it became linked to the monarchy. It took another king, George IV, and his architect John Nash, to remodel it into a palace in the 1820s, and Queen Victoria became the first monarch to actually live there in 1837.

A stop for lunch is included (meal not included). A traditional pub for fish and chips with an English ale is a popular choice, and London's many Indian restaurants are another option. If timing allows, a stop for high tea, usually served between 3 and 6 PM, can also be arranged.

After the London portion of the day, your guide drives you to the Dover cruise port for embarkation.

What's Included

Included

  • Pick up from your Hotel in London
  • Your contact will hold a welcome sign with your name written
  • Drop off at the Port of Dover
  • Private Licensed Blue Badge Guide
  • One Way Transportation in Private Vehicle
  • Transport of one piece of luggage and one personal item per person

Not Included

  • Meals and beverages not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Gratuities (optional, at your discretion)
  • Personal shopping

Tour Timing

All times are approximate and will vary based on your group's pace and interests.

  • 1
    3.5 Hours
    London Driving Tour with photo stops
  • 2
    1 Hour
    Free Time for Lunch
  • 3
    Drive to Dover- 2.5 Hours

Resources

Port of Dover - Official Website. Official operator of the Dover cruise terminals Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this tour start in London or at the Dover cruise port?
This tour starts in London, at your hotel, and ends at the Dover cruise port. It is a one way London to Dover trip, not a round trip tour.
What landmarks will I see on this tour?
Your guide plans the driving route around Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square. Traffic and your own interests may adjust the order or number of stops.
How long is the drive from London to the Dover cruise port?
The drive from central London to Dover takes approximately 2 to 2.5 hours depending on traffic. Dover is about 75 miles (121km) from London.
Is lunch included on this tour?
No. You get a dedicated stop to eat on your own, typically at a traditional pub for fish and chips, though Indian restaurants and afternoon tea are also nearby options.

Also Available:

›London with LHR to Dover Transfer - The same London driving tour, starting at Heathrow Airport instead of a hotel, for guests arriving the same day they sail.
›Canterbury with London to Dover Transfer - Trades the London landmark tour for Canterbury Cathedral, still ending at the Dover cruise port.
›Dover Castle with London to Dover Transfer - Trades central London for Dover Castle, staying closer to the port before boarding.
Shore Trip Timing is approximate based on your interests & traffic
  • London Driving Tour with photo stops - 3.5 Hours
  • Free Time for Lunch - 1 Hour
  • Drive to Dover- 2.5 Hours

Average Rating: Average Rating: 5 of 5 5 of 5 Total Reviews: 15 Write a review »

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5 of 5 Review Location- London Sunday, July 19, 2026
Reviewer: Joan W from NJ  
Our trip was wonderful! Our pick up at the airport, two tours, and transportation to the pier all went well. I would definitely use your company again for future travel needs.

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5 of 5 Review Location- London Sunday, June 7, 2026
Reviewer: Dannelle M from Mission Viejo, California  
Again, Private Shore Trips did not disappoint. Been using them since 2009. Steven is so great to work with - and his team of tour guides all over Europe have been amazing. This time we used them in London, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Belfast. David in London, Ricky in Edinburgh, Ricky and Graeme in Glasgow and Paul in Belfast. All were personable, friendly, very knowledgeable, and flexible.

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5 of 5 Review Location- London Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Reviewer: Joanne S from Portland, OR  
Sorry for the delay in replying.. I was not getting emails However, as you can tell by my replying, Im back successfully  --- I did hear from the local operators early on that morning and the return transfer to Heathrow worked like a charm.   In fact, we got on the road at 630 am exactly and were at Heathrow by 820 --- plenty of time for everyone to check in comfortably.     I think the only issue was the Hotel to Port transfer.    THANKFULLY, I requested to have the transfer pick up time a little earlier.  As it happened, traffic (as always for London) factored in and they were more than half an hour late.. For that group movement,  I think they may have misunderstood how the passenger counts were supposed to be ---- they thought the 8-pax mini van was solely for luggage.  It was uncomfortable with them squeezing bags in the 30-pax coach and the leftover in the other vehicle.  As it happened, we sent one person in that car with the driver and every seat  including the jump seat usually reserved for a tour guide  was filled on the coach.    Traffic was still an issue and it ended up being over 90 minutes before we even reached the highway --- London is so big and the roads are all city driving until you can access the main system out of the city.  Was nerve-wracking --- but, silver lining --- the huge global snafu with the system effected countless people, including those (not related to us!) arriving for the cruise and who still had to travel from the airports..  this chain reaction allowed for the cruise line to delay sailing in order to wait for the late-comers.  Our group arrived around 330 which was remarkable, seeing how much time we consumed just in getting there.     That was the only hiccup. Our guided sightseeing tour of London was wonderful --- Konrad, our Blue Badge Guide --- absolutely fantastic  did a great job for us --- everyone who participated in the tour loved it and commented very favorably.    Despite iffy weather reports, we dodged rain the entire trip except for brief sprinkles  not bad for England, Scotland , Iceland and especially Ireland.   I want to mention that I appreciated the contact between the local operators and me. I received text and phone messages as needed, which is a huge relief  instead of waiting around and not sure who youre looking for ---- this eased my nerves and enabled me to communicate more comfortably with my group members. Thank you so very much for helping with the arrangements.      Except for the little snafu with the first transfer  which was resolved  all else went like clockwork.

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5 of 5 Review Location- London Friday, March 6, 2026
Reviewer: Jeremy K from Marion, IA  
Thanks for asking. They were good. The first driver was really nice and helpful and a good guy. The other driver was fine but not as nice. He was fine though and both were on time and the vehicles were comfortable as well. Very happy we chose you as both worked out great.

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5 of 5 Review Location- London Friday, November 7, 2025
Reviewer: Sal W from Howell, NJ D  
Your drivers were excellent! Thank you so much! We will definitely be intouch with future bookings.

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