Canterbury
Canterbury is a storied city in England defined by its magnificent UNESCO World Heritage cathedral. Visitors can explore a maze of medieval streets, ancient city walls, and timber-framed houses, or browse riverside shops. The city also serves as a gateway to the Kent coast, providing easy access to the seaside charm of Whitstable and the white cliffs of Dover.
- Coach tours
- 9
- From
- £239
- Next departure
- 23 Dec 2026
- Duration
- 4–7 days
- Operators
- Just Go Holidays, Shearings
Escape to Canterbury on a relaxing coach holiday and discover one of England's most storied cities. For over 800 years, people have flocked here on pilgrimage, and it's easy to see why. The magnificent cathedral—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the heart of the Anglican faith—towers over a charming maze of medieval streets, ancient city walls, and cozy timber-framed houses.
Spend your time exploring the breathtaking cathedral, stepping back in time with the tales of Chaucer’s pilgrims, or simply browsing the riverside shops. If you fancy a change of scenery, the Kent coast is just a stone's throw away, with the seaside charm of Whitstable and the iconic white cliffs of Dover nearby. Take a look at our coach holidays to Canterbury and let us take care of the driving while you relax.
9 tours visiting Canterbury
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Christmas in Canterbury
Operated by Shearings
Visiting › Kent, East Sussex, Canterbury, Margate
- Day 2 · Canterbury Cathedral Santa Special Train and Canterbury The day begins with a festive 75-minute ride on the Kent & East Sussex Steam Railway. Travelling in decorated heritage carriages, you will be served a warming hot drink or mulled wine, accompanied by a visit from Santa…
- 5 days
- Leaves 23 Dec 2026
- 2 dates
from £829
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Kent & Charming Canterbury
Operated by Just Go Holidays
Visiting › Kent, Canterbury, Whitstable, Hastings, Rye
- Day 2 · Canterbury Canterbury Spend the day exploring Canterbury, known for its cobbled lanes, medieval walls and timber-framed architecture. It is home to England's oldest cathedral, which dates from Norman times, as well as the historic ruins of St…
- 5 days
- Leaves 22 Feb 2027
- 6 dates
from £279
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Folkestone, Canterbury & Charming Kent
Operated by Just Go Holidays
Visiting › Canterbury, Whitstable, Hastings, Rye
- Day 2 · Canterbury Canterbury Enjoy a half-day excursion to the historic city of Canterbury. Here, you can discover timber-framed buildings, picturesque cobbled lanes, and surviving sections of the medieval city walls, as well as England's oldest…
- 5 days
- Leaves 19 Apr 2027
- 18 dates
from £299
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Folkestone, Kent and Canterbury Weekend
Operated by Just Go Holidays
Visiting › Canterbury, Whitstable
- Day 2 · Canterbury Canterbury Head to Canterbury for a day exploring its historic streets. The city retains a welcoming town-like feel, framed by medieval walls, cobbled lanes, and traditional timber-framed architecture. It is also home to England's…
- 4 days
- Leaves 23 Apr 2027
- 13 dates
from £239
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Folkestone, Coastal Kent & a Taste of France
Operated by Just Go Holidays
Visiting › Margate, Folkestone, Canterbury
- Day 6 · Canterbury Cathedral (optional) Free Time or Optional Canterbury Excursion Spend the day enjoying Folkestone, or choose to join an optional excursion to the historic city of Canterbury. Known for its world-famous UNESCO-listed cathedral, Canterbury boasts medieval lanes lined with timber-framed…
- 7 days
- Leaves 25 Apr 2027
- 14 dates
from £549
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Castles, Cathedrals and Coastlines of Kent
Operated by Shearings
Visiting › Canterbury, Kent, Margate, Whitstable, Herne Bay
- Day 1 · Canterbury Arrival in Canterbury Board the coach at your local joining point and travel into Kent to settle into the Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel in Canterbury, your base for the next four nights.
- Day 3 · Canterbury At Leisure in Canterbury or Optional Excursion to Margate Enjoy a free day to discover Canterbury at your own pace. The city's famous skyline is crowned by its magnificent cathedral, which together with the ruins of St Augustine's Abbey and St Martin's Church forms a UNESCO…
- +1 more day here
- 5 days
- Leaves 26 Apr 2027
- 6 dates
from £619
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Folkestone, the White Cliffs and Kent Explorer
Operated by Shearings
Visiting › Folkestone, Kent, Canterbury
- Day 4 · Canterbury Cathedral Canterbury and the Cathedral Head to the ancient cathedral city of Canterbury, a destination that has welcomed visitors and pilgrims for centuries. Your visit includes entry to Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its…
- 5 days
- Leaves 21 Jun 2027
- 8 dates
from £719
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Christmas in Folkestone and the White Cliffs
Operated by Shearings
Visiting › Folkestone, Canterbury, Kent
- Day 2 · Canterbury Canterbury & Christmas Eve Head out on a morning excursion to Canterbury, one of England's historic cathedral cities. You will have time to browse the bustling Christmas market, take in the timber-framed buildings and cobbled lanes, or explore the…
- 5 days
- Leaves 23 Dec 2027
- 1 date
from £929
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New Year in Folkestone
Operated by Shearings
Visiting › Folkestone, Canterbury
- Day 2 · Canterbury Cathedral Historic Canterbury and New Year's Eve Spend the day exploring Canterbury, a city renowned for welcoming visitors across the centuries. You can admire Canterbury Cathedral, take in views of the Westgate Towers and medieval walls, or wander along the River…
- 4 days
- Leaves 30 Dec 2027
- 1 date
from £629
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Image Attribution
- Kent — (Photo by Vilmantas Bekesius on Unsplash )
- Canterbury — (Photo by Daniil Korbut on Unsplash )
- Margate — (Photo by Rich Tervet on Unsplash )
- Folkestone — (Photo by Horus Drones on Unsplash )
When to go
Coach tours visiting Canterbury, by departure month.
- Oct 2026 No tours
- Nov 2026 No tours
- Dec 2026 1 tour from £829
- Jan 2027 No tours
- Feb 2027 1 tour from £279
- Mar 2027 1 tour from £289
- Apr 2027 4 tours from £239
- May 2027 4 tours from £259
- Jun 2027 4 tours from £269
- Jul 2027 4 tours from £269
- Aug 2027 3 tours from £269
- Sept 2027 5 tours from £269
Places of Interest
Canterbury Cathedral
Canterbury Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kent. This medieval masterpiece features a Gothic nave, Romanesque crypt, and the iconic Bell Harry Tower. Visitors come to see some of England's oldest stained glass and the site where Thomas Becket was murdered, an event that established the cathedral as a major pilgrimage destination.
Canterbury Cathedral is the heart of the global Anglican Communion and the official seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury. Its history began in 597 when St Augustine first arrived to bring Christianity to the Anglo-Saxons. The building we see today is a medieval masterpiece that evolved over centuries, combining a soaring Gothic nave and a Romanesque crypt with the iconic Bell Harry Tower. It is most famous as the site where Archbishop Thomas Becket was murdered by Henry II’s knights in 1170, an event that turned the cathedral into a major pilgrimage site and inspired Chaucer's Canterbury Tales.
Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cathedral is filled with breathtaking stained glass—some of the oldest in England—and a haunting crypt. You can still visit the spot where Becket was killed, while the surrounding cloisters and chapter house give a real sense of old monastic life. The sheer scale and artistry of the place leave a lasting impression on everyone who visits.
Canterbury coach holidays: FAQs
How much does a coach holiday to Canterbury cost?
Coach holidays visiting Canterbury start from £239 per person. That's the lowest price across the 9 coach tours with upcoming departures; each tour's own dates and prices are listed above.
How long are coach holidays to Canterbury?
Coach holidays visiting Canterbury last between 4 and 7 days, travel days included.
When do coach tours to Canterbury depart?
Upcoming departures run from December 2026 to September 2028. September 2027 has the most choice, with 5 tours departing.
Which coach holiday companies go to Canterbury?
Tours visiting Canterbury are run by Just Go Holidays and Shearings. You book directly with the operator.
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Image Attribution
- Canterbury — (Photo by Daniil Korbut on Unsplash )
- Whitstable — (Photo by Amy Asher on Unsplash )
- Herne Bay — (Photo by Nick Hawkes on Unsplash )
- Folkestone — (Photo by Horus Drones on Unsplash )
- Margate — (Photo by Rich Tervet on Unsplash )
- Canterbury Cathedral — (Photo by Nishesh Jaiswal on Unsplash )