Attractions & guided tours

Cambridge walking tour and punting experience

from

£78.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, Chinese

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Guided tour

Local touch

Smaller group size

e-Voucher

Wheelchair access

Why you’ll love this…

It’s a great introduction to Cambridge for first-time visitors
You will explore colleges, hidden lanes, and famous university landmarks
There will be a punting tour along the River Cam
It’s a great way to see the College Backs and historic bridges
There will be views of King's College and Mathematical Bridge

What to expect

Begin with a guided walking tour through the historic centre, exploring famous colleges, hidden lanes, and iconic university landmarks. Learn about centuries of academic history, scientific discoveries, and student traditions while visiting some of Cambridge's most recognisable sights.

After exploring the city on foot, continue your experience with a traditional chauffeured punting tour along the River Cam. Relax on the water as you pass the beautiful College Backs, historic bridges, and riverside gardens that have made Cambridge famous around the world. Highlights may include King's College, Trinity College, St John's College, the Mathematical Bridge, the Senate House, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Wren Library.

Perfect for first-time visitors, this combined experience offers a comprehensive introduction to Cambridge from both land and river, providing a unique perspective on one of the world's most famous university cities.

What's included

Guided walking tour
River cruise
Small group experience

What's not included

Food and drinks
Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Where

Great St Mary's, The University Church, Senate House Hill, Cambridge CB2 3PQ, United Kingdom

Meeting point:

Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Meet your guide outside Great St Mary's Church, Senate House Hill, Cambridge CB2 3PQ. Following the walking tour, make your way to Granta Moorings (14 Newnham Road, Cambridge CB3 9EX) for the chauffeured punting tour. Please present your booking confirmation upon arrival.

What to remember

Accessibility:

The experience is suitable for wheelchair users, pregnant women, and most ages and fitness levels
There are no toilet facilities on board the punt; guests are advised to use facilities before departure
The punting company allows well-behaved dogs on their boats, provided that they are kept on a lead and under control during the experience

Know in advance:

The experience includes approximately 90 minutes of walking and a 50-minute punting tour
Some areas of Cambridge feature cobbled streets and uneven historic surfaces
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult
Entry to King's College Chapel is not included unless specifically stated in your booking
The walking tour and punting tour have different meeting locations
Tours operate in most weather conditions
Late arrivals may not be accommodated and may forfeit their booking

Remember to bring:

Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended
Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions on the day

Provider

WE ARE CAMBRIDGE LTD

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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