Classic Kent Castles and Nord Canals

5 nights / 6 days self - guided cycling tour

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Price: £620 per person based on two people sharing a room

Start & finish: Starts Thursdays and Fridays from Canterbury and is circular

Accommodation: Small hotels in the heart of Canterbury, near Dover and in a French market town

Cycling mileage: 4 days of cycling. 10 -27 miles ( 16--43 km) per day

Grade out of 5 based on distance and elevation: 2

Terrain: An occasional slope on Day 2

Traffic free: Very largely

This unique adventure brings you two days of fascinating cycling and exploring in France along with wonderful rides through the rich variety of Kentish landscapes and history.

Begin in Canterbury and enjoy the unrivalled past and 21st century cosmopolitan vitality of this city. Then head for the south coast on a pretty route through classic Kentish villages. Discover how easy and safe it is to cycle on and off the ferry boat and enjoy a waterside ride to our recommended lunch stop. Amble on to the French market town where you will stay the night. There's lots to explore there including the lake with its water based activities. Pedal back to Calais and Dover and enjoy a fascinating ride the next day along the Kent coast, through cinque ports and around apple orchards to return to Canterbury.

Options:

• Additional nights in Canterbury

Booking: Fill in the Reservation form

Payment: 30% on booking and the remainder 60 days before the tour starts.

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