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A must do visit
A reasonably priced tourist experience. You see the university buildings from a different angle, very beautiful and impressive architecture
Punting Tour in Cambridge
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At a glance
- Duration
- 45 min
- Price from
- $109 / person
- Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 1,734 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Scudamores Punting Company Ltd
- Meeting point
- Quayside Punting StationMagdalene BridgeCambridgeCB5 8AB
Description
Enjoy a 45 minute shared punting tour of Cambridge, this is a must do when visiting the city. See the sublime architecture and pristine gardens of one of the most beautiful stretches of river in the United Kingdom.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Group price
- $109 per group of up to 6
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Scudamore's Punting Company
Your start and finish point would be one of two punt stations located in the city centre.
The Backs
The famous College Backs on the River Cam, running through the centre of Cambridge.
Mathematical Bridge
Queens' College and the famous Mathematical Bridge.
King's College Chapel
The iconic King's College Chapel.
Bridge of Sighs
The majestic covered bridge connecting the two sides of St. John's College.
What's included
Included
Hot water bottles (winter time only)
Umbrellas and woollen blankets
Sightseeing cruise (shared punting experience)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
1,734 reviews
How it compares in Cambridge
- No. 3 by number of reviews among 109 tours 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Subject to favorable river conditions. If canceled, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- You can redeem your ticket at the kiosk on the day, ticket is valid for 6 months from the date of purchase.
- Wheelchair and stroller ramp available at our Mill Lane punt station CB2 1RS
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 Punting Tour in Cambridge take?
Punting Tour in Cambridge lasts about 45 min. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Punting Tour in Cambridge cost?
Prices start at $109 per person for this Cambridge experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Punting Tour in Cambridge run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Punting Tour in Cambridge 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 Quayside Punting Station. Magdalene Bridge. Cambridge. CB5 8AB. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Punting Tour in Cambridge 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 Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Wheelchair and stroller ramp available at our Mill Lane punt station CB2 1RS
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair and stroller ramp available at our Mill Lane punt station CB2 1RS
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Punting Tour in Cambridge worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 1,734 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Scudamores Punting Company Ltd.
Reviews(1,734)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Perfect Sunday morning.
Fantastic mile long trip on the river. Ben was very informative. Great tour. Witty storytelling. Weather was beautiful which helped, of course!
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Best boats on the river!
Oscars the best punter hands down.. we felt safe in his control. Polite, friendly, respectful. Boats were also well kept. Thank you!
H
Great tour with Stan
Great river tour on a shared punt with punter and tour guide Stan at 2.30pm on Friday. Very friendly, knowledgeable and charming, with a bit of football banter thrown in. A lovely way to spend 45 minutes on my wife’s birthday.
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What a wonderful morning
It was a very hot day, but we had a great time. We come every time we visit Cambridge
E
Amazing Punting Trip
Amazing punting trip and very informative of the Cambridge University history.
R
Punting in Cambridge
Enjoyed our tour of the colleges as seen from the river Cam. Our guide, Callum, was extremely knowledgeable and engaging and added to the enjoyment of the guided tour.
N
Experience with Anna
Anna was a wonderful guide. She explained everything perfectly. We had a great time. It’s definitely worth the money. She explained the history n fun facts about all the colleges/universities and she also connected n answered all the questions we had. We went on a 45 minutes but felt timeless. There was 9 of us (2 families with kids) n she tolerated the kids n joked around with them. It was also sunny so the sun beamed down on us making the experience even better over everything else.
F
Perfect way to see Cambridge
Perfect way to see Cambridge Colleges and learn some history. Nick was a knowledge guide who obviously cared about the info he shared.
M
Splendid tour
Beautiful views , with a very knowledgeable entertaining guide
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