Day Trip to Kent
1 day short break to the UK
Looking for a perfect day out for the whole family? Discover a taste of the beauty, history, and culture of Great Britain with our special day trip offer.
Set sail from France on a round trip to Dover, Kent, and forge unforgettable memories onboard with exceptional facilities to enhance your day trip experience.
Need longer to explore? Extend your stay in the UK with our 3 day or 5 day short breaks.
Short crossings
Excellent Onboard Facilities
Reserve & Collect Duty Free
Book by 30 March 2025, travel by 31 March 2025
Great destinations close to our Dover port
From £39 per car + up to 4 people*
Terms and Conditions
*Lead in price based on 2024 sailings, return day trip fare for a standard car carrying up to 4 passengers on Dover-France routes, including ETS charge as of 1st January 2024.
Journeys and prices are subject to availability and usual DFDS terms & conditions apply.
Offer terms and conditions apply.
Timetables
How to spend a day in Great Britain
Embark on a magical day trip to the heart of Kent - known as the Garden of England, the iconic cliffs that guard the coastline set the scene for an epic day out.
Enjoy a serene voyage with your loved ones from Calais or Dunkirk, with timetables to suit your schedule. Whether you want a leisurely day driving around the stunning south coast or just a quick trip to get a taste of British culture in one of Kent’s quaint towns, we've got you covered.
Discover the ancient corridors of Dover Castle, perched atop the cliffs offering panoramic views and centuries of history, or head to Canterbury to stroll amongst its cobbled streets and historic city walls.
A spot of afternoon tea or exploring the countryside is the perfect way to spend the rest of your day in the UK before returning to Dover in time for a sunset view over the cliffs, a fitting end to your unforgettable adventure in England.
Find the best things to do in Kent and more on our dedicated Travel Guide pages below.
Fancy a longer exploration? Check out our 3 day short break from just €125.
Our Short Breaks
Discover the Garden of England
Duty Free Allowances
DFDS offer unlimited baggage allowance which means you can fill your boots with great duty free deals.
What you can bring back to the UK
- 18 Litres of wine
- 42 litres of beer
- Up to £390 worth of non-alcoholic goods
For more information on what you can bring into the UK and Europe check out our Duty Free FAQs.
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We were also once again recognised as having the best website in our industry – scooping both the European and World awards in 2024.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted, and to our passengers, colleagues and partners who contribute to our continued success – we couldn’t do it without you all.