Dover, England is perhaps best known for its famous White Cliffs. The White Cliffs of Dover get their unique color from the chalk that comprises much of their substance.
The cliffs have become famous over the years as a symbol of England for people crossing the English Channel from France. They also have significance as a symbolic barrier against enemy invasion.
Tours of the White Cliffs of Dover are possible by boat from Dover’s port. Boats leave several times a day and run along the coast, allowing for great views of the White Cliffs of Dover.
The White Cliffs of Dover are also viewable from land. From below, you can see the White Cliffs from Dover’s port, while from above they are viewable from the land near Dover Castle.
The White Cliffs of Dover have been the inspiration for much lyrical verse over the years. Perhaps the most famous tribute to the chalky Dover coastline is from the WWII song by Vera Lynn, “There’ll Be Bluebirds Over The White Cliffs of Dover”.
The ferry companies that operate ferries from Dover to Calais are always having fare sales and special discounts on ferry tickets. Check their websites and blogs for additional details. Several past offers include:
Sea France – Special prices for multiple journeys and special offers throughout the year for round-trip tickets. They also offer a Frequent Traveller deal that starts at 26 GBP each way.
P&O – special offer that includes a free ticket to Disneyland Paris with the purchase of a ferry ticket and another Disneyland Paris ticket. Buy one get one free meal on board the ferry and six free bottles of Gallo wine.
If you are taking a ferry from Dover to Calais with children between the age of 16 and 18, you can save money by booking your ferry through Sea France. P&O Ferries considers an adult to be anyone over the age of 16, while Sea France considers an adult to be anyone over the age of 18.
Large groups can save money with P&O, as they allow up to 9 people per car. Sea France allows up to 5 people per car.
Ferries from Dover to Calais and other French cities depart Dover frequently throughout the day and are run by several different companies in Dover. Ferries leave Dover from the city’s Eastern Docks.
Sea France runs a regular ferry service from Dover to Calais. Sea France makes 15 daily crossings from Dover to Calais. The trip takes 1.25 hours. The cost of a one-way ticket on Sea France is around 14.50 GBP for one adult without a car, 35 GBP with a car.
P&O Ferries runs a regular ferry service from Dover to Calais. P&O Ferries makes 28 daily crossings from Dover to Calais. The trip takes 1.5 hours. The cost of a one-way ticket on P&O Ferries is around 16.50 GBP for one adult without a car, 37 GBP with a car.
Ferry discounts and deals are available throughout the year, so do some research before booking ferries from Dover to Calais.
