Private | Cambridge University Colleges Guided Punting Tour
Description
A punt along the River Cam is one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy the atmosphere of Cambridge. This 45-minute guided tour begins at the boathouse and takes you gently along the river, offering views of the city's most picturesque sights. You’ll pass the paddocks of Trinity, the iconic bridges of Cambridge, and the famous King’s College Chapel facing the river. Along the way, you’ll also see Queens’ College — the oldest building on the river — and the striking architecture of the royal foundations. As you glide past tranquil green spaces and elegant college buildings, you can enjoy light refreshments on board. With peaceful surroundings, historic views, and the option to sip and relax, this experience captures the charm of one of the most famous waterways in the world.
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As you begin your tour, admire the peaceful islands of Darwin College in the background of the pond – one of Cambridge’s newer colleges, yet full of character.
Slide in front of the historic pub where Pink Floyd is said to have first started playing music. Then gently move under the first bridge of our tour, with the river guiding the way.
Sit back and appreciate your excellent view of the bridge that somehow manages to get a graceful arch from a series of straight timbers!
Admire the stunning Gothic architecture of one of the most famous colleges in the University of Cambridge.
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.
Admire the modern library of Trinity Hall, set within one of the oldest colleges in Cambridge. One of the best views in town, right over the river—where old tradition meets quiet modern charm.
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.
Relate to Queen Victoria as you look upon the bridge that was said to be one of her favourite spots in the city!
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! After this final stop, the boat will return to the station you started from.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchairs and strollers can be left at the punting station and retrieved at the end of the tour.
Reviews(13)
Our guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. This is a must experience when you visit Cambridge.
It was very nice to do the tour in Spanish, very interesting the tour of the schools and the city. Highly recommended José Rogelio and the company. If you visit the city do not miss it.
José Rogelio gave us a very complete private tour in Spanish of the schools and the city, I highly recommend it, very organized company, excellent quality and price, worth every penny.
Absolutely horrendous and terrible organization. The meeting point that was sent to me was incorrect. We arrived at the meeting .1 hour early so that we wouldn’t mess anything up and were informed by the company at that meeting point that our vouchers had nothing to do with them. They then sent us to another company who sent us to another company who sent us to another company and so on we walked around for more than one hour trying to find the correct meeting point Without any success. During this time I telephoned the helpline on the number provided numerous times and was told that someone will call me back. After four attempts still no one called me back and so we completely missed the trip which was devastating for my kids. Eventually at 6 o’clock after numerous calls again, I managed to talk to someone at the so-called customer service hotline who was extremely rude and condescending and in a 20 minute conversation did not allow me to speak. She started off by telling me off for calling so late at night when my trip was booked for 2 PM and then informed me that she was too busy to call me back that day and that I Looney travels was not responsible anyway because I had booked the tour With a third-party on the Internet and therefore it was my fault. I had to wait very patiently for 20 minutes while she rented on about how busy she was that day and everything was my fault before she hung up without allowing me to say anything I have since written a couple of times asking for a refund but have not received any response from, the organizer
Hi, We believe this is shared on the wrong business page; we are still happy to assist you further. We will be grateful if you wish to contact us via email directly. Sincerely, Alumni Tours Management
Emily, the Cambridge alumni, was funny and knowledgeable. Had a great trip with fascinating experience. Cambridge university has lots of interesting memories historical persons and events.
The tour was very great and Musa was amazing !! He show us a lot of interesting things, I would recommend !!
Pleasant hour on the river Cam with student Tom, who was able to provide an interesting commentary throughout the trip.
Hi, Thank you for taking the time to write us a review and share your feedback on Tommy. It was a pleasure hosting you in Cambridge and we hope you’ll tour with us again in future, possibly in one of our other locations such as Oxford. When booking, use code ‘CAT10’ for 10% off any of our services. Kind regards, Alumni Tours Management
Talked to Max at Oxford station and booked a punting tour for 1:30 pm. The tour itself with Neil on the punt was excellent, he was informative and great to talk to. It was really lovely to glide on the river and see things from another angle. However, I made a small mistake and put in my non-traveller email address. The confirmation email went to that address and then I couldn't access it, (Google thought I was a hacker as I wasn't at my normal IP). Long story short, we had a problem going on the punting tour, as I had no confirmation email, (but had payment receipt). Neil at the boat hire, then made a phone call and honored the booking. Maybe they need to have a back-up system for those of us who have IT issues. It can't just be me!
Dear Lisa, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I am glad that Max was of help and I am sorry to read that you did not used the right email address. It was a pleasure hosting you in Oxford and we hope you’ll tour with us again in future, possibly in one of our other locations such as Cambridge. When booking, use code ‘CAT10’ for 10% off any of our services. Kind regards, Alumni Tours Management
Too few facts and the pace too slow with a student guide. Would have been better with a mature alum.
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are sorry to read that you felt the pace for too slow for you. It is the first nice we can across to a similar feedback. I hope we can have another opportunity to welcome you and possibly in one of our other locations such as Oxford. When booking, use code ‘CAT10’ for 10% off any of our services. Kind Regards, Alumni Tours Management
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.
Hello Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. It was a pleasure hosting you in Cambridge and we hope you’ll tour with us again in future, possibly in one of our other locations such as Oxford. When booking, use code ‘CAT10’ for 10% off any of our services. Kind regards, Alumni Tours Management
