Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Enjoy a 45-minute private punting tour that showcases eight renowned Cambridge colleges, from Darwin to Magdalene, and highlights nine picturesque bridges such as the Mathematical Bridge and the Bridge of Sighs. Your experience includes a knowledgeable local guide.
Please note, while our walking tour is wheelchair/stroller accessible, our punting tours are not. However, customers can be accommodated with seat cushions. The punts are outfitted for poor weather, with umbrellas and blankets available to suit the conditions.
Cushions and blankets for your comfort
See 9 famous colleges and 8 famous bridges
Local guide
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Departure Point
Mill Ln, Cambridge CB2 1RS, Verenigd Koninkrijk
Meet our cashier at the meeting point who will get you booked on. Please arrive 5 minutes early.
Return Details
Mill Ln, Cambridge CB2 1RS, Verenigd Koninkrijk
Meet our cashier at the meeting point who will get you booked on. Please arrive 5 minutes early.
Darwin College, Cambridge, United Kingdom Your guide will punt you past 8 famous colleges and 9 famous bridges on this 45 minute guided punting tour along the River Cam.
Gaze upon the Georgian and Victorian architecture of the college with strong connections to the family of Charles Darwin, one of the most famous alumni of the University of Cambridge, while hearing your guide relay some of the fascinating history of the college, university and city.
Mathematical Bridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom Sit back and appreciate your excellent view of the bridge that somehow manages to get a graceful arch from a series of straight timbers!
King's College, Cambridge, United Kingdom Admire the stunning Gothic architecture of one of the most famous colleges in the University of Cambridge.
Clare College, Cambridge, United Kingdom Listen to your guide describe the second-oldest surviving college of the University, which was one of the first to accept women as undergraduate students.
Trinity College, Cambridge, United Kingdom Learn about the history of the college where Stephen Hawking completed his PhD, all while relaxing as your chauffeur punts you expertly along the river.
Bridge of Sighs, Cambridge, United Kingdom Relate to Queen Victoria as you look upon the bridge that was said to be one of her favourite spots in the city!
Magdalene College, Cambridge, United Kingdom Complete your tour of the College Backs with Magdalene, known as one of the most traditional of the colleges. Make the most of these last few minutes to ask your knowledgeable guide any final questions to satisfy your curiosity!
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The punting tour is able to cater to wheelchair users providing they are able to communicate how to assist them, or have a carer in attendance who can do so
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Christopher_D
14 Aug 2025
This was a very enjoyable way to see the colleges in Cambridge. It was a relaxed and friendly experience.
Sandra_N
11 Aug 2025
We were lucky to have the wonderful Will as our pusher looking after us, great warm personality and sooooo knowledgeable , thank you
Sukhi_V
08 Aug 2025
Very good experience…..guide was knowledgeable and interesting.
Easy to book and reasonable value for money
This tour in
East of England
is organized by
Cambridge Alumni Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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