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 fully equipped for poor weather, with umbrellas and blankets available to suit the conditions.
Local guides
Private tour
Live commentary onboard
See 8 famous colleges and bridges
Refreshments.
Gratuities
Departure Point
Mill Ln, Cambridge CB2 1RS, Verenigd Koninkrijk
Make yourself known to a member of staff at the punting station, who will get you checked in.
Return Details
Mill Ln, Cambridge CB2 1RS, Verenigd Koninkrijk
Make yourself known to a member of staff at the punting station, who will get you checked in.
Darwin College, Cambridge, United Kingdom 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!
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The punting tour can cater for wheelchair users providing they are able to communicate how to assist them, or have a carer with them 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.
triptastick
24 Apr 2023
Too few facts and the pace too slow with a student guide. Would have been better with a mature alum.
Paul L
06 Aug 2022
We had a fantastic tour, Ollie our guide was a pleasure to be punted by. He was very knowledgeable and shared loads of interesting facts with us. Thanks.
Frank M
29 Jul 2022
Olly was great captain and was very informative and entertaining. Highly recommend. He was very cool, calm, and collected under pressure (his pole got stuck).
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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