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Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge: Historical Exploration of Famous University Alumni
4.8
440 Ratings
Cambridgeshire
Join a shared guided punting tour of Cambridge and explore the historical landmarks and famous university alumni. Learn about the bridges, buildings, colleges, and fascinating anecdotes from knowledgeable guides.
Duration:
45 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Magdalene College - Pass by Magdalene College and see where the oldest bridge in Cambridge is.
- St. John’s College - See the riverside college buildings and gardens.
- Bridge of Sighs - Pass under the beautiful bridge and hear of its history.
- Wren Library - See the infamous Trinity College Library.
- Clare College - Pass by the oldest riverside college and hear its history.
- King’s College Chapel - Unique views of the famous chapel and details of its history from your guide.
- Queens’ College - See the Mathematical Bridge and hear of the college’s alumnae.
- Mathematical Bridge - See the wooden bridge and hear its story.
- Trinity College - Hear about the richest college.
- The River Cam - Float along this 1-mile stretch and hear all of its stories.
- The Backs - The college backs in all their glory.
What's Included
- Explore significant historical sites.
What's Not Included
- Tips
Additional Information
This Excursion is a GROUP event - NOT AN EXCLUSIVE TRIP
Boats depart as per the allotted times. LATE COMERS WILL HAVE TO BUY NEW TICKETS. WE DO NOT DELAY BOATS FOR CUSTOMERS WHO ARE LATE.
You will be treated to a thorough and in-depth historical tour by our well-informed guides. They will relay information about all the bridges and structures you sail past. You will hear about the iconic colleges, their background, some humorous tales and plenty about our esteemed University Alumni. Our guides will be glad to respond to your queries about the town, colleges and whatever else piques your interest. The tour traverses the 1-mile section of the River Cam, known as The Backs and runs for about 45 mins.
- Strollers can be left at the desk, but not taken on board. Same applies for wheelchairs. We can assist with boarding less abled passengers.
- OUR ADDRESS: JESUS GREEN BOAT STATION, THOMPSONS LANE, CAMBRIDGE, CB5 8AG
Location
Cambridge Punt Company
Thompsons Lane
OUR CORRECT ADDRESS:
JESUS GREEN BOAT STATION
THOMPSONS LANE
CAMBRIDGE
CB5 8AG
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Rosalind_t
Jun 21, 2024
Excellent - Excellent time punting. Harry was so cheerful and knowledgeable. I can highly recommend this tour down the Cam.
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Andrea_k
Jun 19, 2024
Great Experience - Great guide. Very informative. Beautiful morning. Lovely way to see and learn about the colleges. ……………………….
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Y2839nbstevet
Jun 18, 2024
No one fell in - Excellent, with a personable and knowledgeable guide. Thank you for a very enjoyable experience. Shared punt with other punters.
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Yuanz545
Jun 15, 2024
Unforgettable punting - The punter’s name is Anderw,he is a very very good man who has shared lots of things with us,the punting is amazing and we enjoyed so much.
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Hiedi1973
Jun 14, 2024
Highly recommend - BEN R - what an absolutely brilliant punter and guide!
Can't praise him enough.
We had a company away day and I'd never been on the river Cam in a punt.
Would highly recommend and getting a local, very well informed guide is the way to go.
Thank you and sorry about my colleague who obviously took a shine to you! 🤣
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Alisa_n
Jun 13, 2024
Informational Tour - I really enjoyed the knowledgeable and sometimes snarky commentary by our tour guide. Take the time to find parking very seriously. These Americans wondered about for a long time before realizing that there just won't be good parking. We missed our tour by an hour, but the folks were very accommodating.
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Paula
Jun 12, 2024
Great relaxing, informative historical glide down the river. - Although I goofed mightily, walking hrs. To arrive late for my reservation, they were kind and solicitous of me and made accommodation, which I greatly appreciated. The river punter was excellent — highly informative, great history and just delightful way with us all. I recommend this company highly.
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Ranveer_s
Jun 10, 2024
Great! - Pleasant punting tour of Cambridge. Good amount of history and enjoyment of the scenery around Cambridge!
Our punting guide George although he was new was excellent!
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H202qgmichellel
Jun 8, 2024
Charming, informative float - Our guide Andrew was fabulous- knowledgeable, humorous … and patient with the drunk graduates bumping us along the way
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Laurencegeffin
Jun 4, 2024
Riverside view - Our guide was engaging, thoughtful, and knowledgable. He gave us a good overview of the colleges, and filled in the gaps with bits from history and legend.
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