Folkestone, Canterbury & Charming Kent

Folkestone, Canterbury & Charming Kent

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Folkestone, Canterbury & Charming Kent

4 Days Starting and ending in Folkestone, United Kingdom

Visiting: United Kingdom

Tour operator:

National Holidays

Tour code:

16912

Physical rating:

Low

Trip Styles:

UK tours by Coach

Activities:

Sightseeing

Tour Overview

Discover the enchanting beauty of Kent with our "Folkestone, Canterbury & Charming Kent" tour. Stay at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone, perfectly situated by the harbour and seafront, offering comfortable accommodations with en-suite facilities and a leisure club. Enjoy buffet-style meals and unwind with light entertainment each evening. Explore the historic city of Canterbury, with its cobbled lanes and the oldest cathedral in England. Delight in excursions to the charming coastal towns of Broadstairs and Whitstable, and take advantage of a 2-for-1 bar offer on selected drinks. For an additional adventure, opt for a visit to Hastings and Rye. This tour promises a blend of sightseeing, history, and cultural experiences, all while enjoying the scenic landscapes of the Garden Coast.

Highlights

  • Folkestone's towering white cliffs and broad sandy beaches.

  • Explore the picturesque cobbled lanes of Canterbury.

  • Discover Canterbury's medieval city walls and the oldest cathedral in England.

  • Visit the charming seaside town of Broadstairs.

  • Experience the vibrant coastal town of Whitstable.

  • Optional excursion to the historic towns of Hastings and Rye.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Folkestone

At the heart of the Garden Coast, lovely Folkestone has much to offer, with towering white cliffs to the East and broad sandy beaches to the West.


It's lovely harbour and wonderful sandy beaches make this a popular seaside resort, becoming one of the Cinque Ports in the 13th century.


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Day 2 : Canterbury

The beautiful city of Canterbury is an absolute delight to explore, with its picturesque cobbled lanes and quaint timber-framed buildings. There are many fascinating sights to discover which point to the city’s rich history, from the medieval city walls to the oldest cathedral in England, dating back to Norman times.

What's Included

  • Return coach travel

  • 4 nights at the Grand Burstin Hotel, Folkestone (JG2 rating) with dinner & breakfast

  • 2 for 1 bar (6pm-9pm) on selected drinks

  • Light entertainment every evening

  • Excursions to Canterbury, Broadstairs & WhitstableOptional excursion to Hastings & Rye (£14pp)

What's Not Included

Optional Excursion to Hastings & RyeThe optional excursion to Hastings & Rye is not included and costs £14 per person.

Accommodation

Hotel

Grand Burstin Hotel, Folkestone

JG2 rating

The Grand Burstin Hotel is best known for its location, right next to Folkestone’s harbour and seafront. Simple yet comfortable throughout, all rooms have en-suite facilities and there is also a leisure club with a heated pool, gym and sauna (small charge applies). All meals are buffet style.

Hotel Rating

JG2 rating

Hotels with a JG2 rating are a mixture of larger hotels and privately owned properties. Décor and furnishings may be simple but are clean and well maintained. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities, TV and may have tea/coffee making facilities. Food may be buffet style in some of the larger hotels. Services may be limited but efficient.

Mode of Transport

The tour includes return coach travel, providing a convenient and comfortable way to explore the charming destinations of Folkestone, Canterbury, Broadstairs, and Whitstable.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The accommodation provided is at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone, which has a JG2 rating. The hotel is known for its location next to Folkestone's harbour and seafront. It offers simple yet comfortable rooms with en-suite facilities, and there is a leisure club with a heated pool, gym, and sauna available for a small charge. Meals are served buffet style.

  • Are there any evening activities included in the tour?

    Yes, light entertainment is provided every evening during the tour.

  • Is there an option for an additional excursion during the tour?

    Yes, there is an optional excursion to Hastings and Rye available for an additional cost of £14 per person.

  • What are some of the key attractions in Canterbury that can be explored during the tour?

    In Canterbury, you can explore picturesque cobbled lanes, quaint timber-framed buildings, medieval city walls, and the oldest cathedral in England, which dates back to Norman times.

  • What is special about the location of the Grand Burstin Hotel?

    The Grand Burstin Hotel is located right next to Folkestone's harbour and seafront, making it a prime location for enjoying the seaside and exploring the area.

Book with Confidence

  • Low Deposit

    National Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 150 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 70 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of national holidays charges.

    Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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