Shared Cambridge Punting Tour
Come Punting in Cambridge in style with Rutherford's, only the best will do! Raised seating, beautifully clean blankets and tables on all the boats. Don't settle for anything else but the best!
The highlight of any Cambridge experience our shared punt tours will take you on Rutherford's quality assured 45-minute river tour through the backs of the colleges, showing you the most breathtaking views Cambridge has to offer.
You will be guided by one of our own professional chauffeurs who will bring Cambridge to life with the fascinating story this city has to offer.
Your tickets can be purchased on a walk-up basis on-station or for the best deal plan ahead and save money with an online e-ticket.
All our boats have raised seating and tables.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
49 times a day, 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult
$27
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 5:15 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:55 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Cambridge Shared Punting Tour
Shared punting tour
Itinerary
Rutherfords Punting Company
Pass by
A luxury 50-minute tour on our chauffeured punts
Board and disembark at our Jesus Green Moorings
Glide under nine beautiful historic bridges
Travel through the private College Backs
See the unparalleled architectural treats of riverside buildings
Hear the history of the City and University of Cambridge
What's included
Included
Not included
Extras such as food and drink are not included with these tickets and you're welcome to bring your own drinks and nibbles on the boat.
You will be sharing the boat with others - up to 12 people per boat. If you'd prefer a private tour, please get in touch with Rutherfords directly.
Does not include children's tickets
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
497 reviews
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22
How it compares in Cambridge
No. 7 by number of reviews among 109 tours in Cambridge
Starting price $27 is 13% below the typical $31 for tours of similar length in Cambridge
Excurgo comparison of 109 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
There is no minimum or maximum age, all age groups are welcome to join us on the river.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cambridge - Shared Punting Tour take?
Cambridge - Shared Punting Tour lasts about 50 min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Cambridge - Shared Punting Tour cost?
Prices start at $27 per person for this Cambridge experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cambridge - Shared Punting Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 49 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
Can I cancel Cambridge - Shared Punting Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is What3words https://w3w.co/river.kings.tonic. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Cambridge - Shared Punting Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Cambridge - Shared Punting Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 497 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Rutherford's Punting Cambridge.
Reviews(497)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Melanie_S
September 29, 2026 · via Viator
A very relaxing and...
A very relaxing and pleasurable experiance . The staff were very polite and helpful and Harry our punter was very knowledgeable.We were celebrating both my husbands birthday and our wedding Anniversay ..so small verses of flowers on the boat were a nice touch . You can take your own snacks and drink on the boat so we had a drink of fizz whilst taking in the scenery . There were umbrellas and blankets on the punt just in case the weather changed but luckily we had a nice day . Would highly recommend this company as very professional .
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Kevin_G
September 28, 2026 · via Viator
Great Value and Fun way to see Cambridge
A wonderful and enjoyable experience from start to finish.
Great price, well paced, efficient, good pre tour communications, educational, easy to find the pickup point, ideal group size and very relaxing.
Also I was very impressed Luca, our guide. Friendly, knowledgeable and charismatic. I would recommend this tour to both Tourists and locals alike.
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Petrinalisa
September 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic experience. Cannot fault
Fantastic experience. The punt was comfortable, wirh umbrellas, blankets and even fresh flowers on the tables. Our guide Rich was great, knowledgeable, friendly and had some great anecdotes. Had a great time. Would definitely recommend Rutherfords
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Y3168UXlorif
September 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great Punting Tour
Matt was a great guide on the shared punting tour! It was a lovely way to learn about the history of some of the colleges along the river and see that part of Cambridge. Matt was a fantastic guide, with the perfect amount of humor and knowledge!
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Albert_L
September 16, 2026 · via Viator
Beautiful sites - great tour!
Relaxing way to see Cambridge University’s iconic colleges. Thanks to Luca for his stories and tips. Hint - you can bring your own drinks and snacks.
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amieel2021
September 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Lovely Punting Experience
I don’t usually write reviews but felt the need to for this one as we had a lovely time! I wanted to leave a review mainly for our guide Harry who was absolutely brilliant, very knowledgeable and entertaining. The punts themselves were very comfortable, definitely worth the few extra pounds compared to some other companies! Lovely experience.
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geoffi353
September 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great punting company
We had a fantastic punt on the Cam! Harry guided us wonderfully and his commentary was both knowledgeable and entertaining. The punt was spacious and comfortable as well as being reasonably priced. Would highly recommend this company.
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hannahp45
September 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
First time experience - would recommend
My first time punting and a great way to see Cambridge. Wasn’t sure how weather would be so didn’t book too far in advance but a couple of hours before using the website. Great welcome from the staff on arrival. Took took about 45 minutes and the guide was very engaging. Would recommend to others.
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Rochelle_Z
September 6, 2026 · via Viator
Exploring history.
The tour was lovely, and the sights were amazing! I am not sure why the tour has a picture of wine and glasses as advertising. This tour did not include any beverages.
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805sonyaf
September 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best operator
Our guide was brilliant. Best one with tables.
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