River Cam

River Cam: Our most recommended tours and activities

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  1. Cambridge: Guided Punting Tour

  This 45-minute chauffeured punting tour covers the entire length of the River Cam, along which the colleges of Cambridge University are located. Soak up more than 800 years of history as you take in the historic sights. Relax in the comfortable seats that feature traditional cushions and blankets. Enjoy interesting historic commentary from your chauffeur, along with some amusing Cambridge punting stories. The 7 colleges featured on the tour boast some of the most illustrious and influential alumni to have graduated from Cambridge. Hear tales of student life, academic and social, from Isaac Newton to Prince Charles.

  Really enjoyed this private punting trip. The guide expertly sailed us through all the boats and gave a non-intrusive commentary on all the colleges. Would thoroughly recommend.

  Reviewed by , 9/26/2021
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  2. Cambridge: University Punting and Walking Tour

  A Cambridge University graduate guide will take you on an enthralling journey through time as you recount the colorful story of Cambridge and its famous university. Receive a wonderful insight into student life.  On this walking tour you will see where famous alumni studied including Prince Charles, Sir Isaac Newton and Stephen Hawking, visit famous chapels and libraries, listen to anecdotes and see where the structure of D.N.A was discovered all while taking in views of famous architecture with over 800 years of history. The tour will cover sights such as Trinity Hall College, Trinity College, Corpus Christi College, Pembroke College, Queens’ College, King’s College, Clare College, The Senate House, Gonville and Caius College, St Catherine’s College, Great St Mary’s Church, The Eagle Pub, Corpus Christi college, The Round Church and much more. Your punting tour will begin 30 minutes ...

  walking tour was good but a look inside the university buildings would be a good addition to the tour

  Reviewed by NEIL, 9/15/2021
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  3. Cambridge: Chauffeured Punting Tour

  Upon arrival at the supplier's check in at the La Mimosa Landing Stage (CB5 8AQ), you will be greeted and booked on to the next available departing tour. Tours depart regularly throughout the day and hold up to 12 passengers. The tour lasts for 45-50 minutes and you will travel along the River Cam in Cambridge. During the trip you will pass by 7 riverside colleges: Kings, Queens, St Johns, Trinity, Trinity Hall, and Clare. Sights along the way include Kings College Chapel, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Wren Library. During the tour, your chauffuer will provide an interesting and informative historical commentary and answer any questions you may have.

  Wonderful experience. Beautiful Scenery! Our guide Arthur was extremely knowledgeable and funny! We were so lucky to have him as our guide!

  Reviewed by Edmund, 8/19/2021
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  4. Cambridge Guided Punt: 45-Minute Shared Tour

  This 45-minute College Backs tour offers the ideal introduction to Cambridge’s long and eventful history. Discover how the city has evolved from medieval market town to world-class center for education whilst enjoying spectacular views from the river. This tour is the best way to showcase Cambridge. Your guide will have a passion for history and a talent for sharing that with you. From the Gothic splendor of King’s College Chapel to the classical elegance of the Wren Library, your guide will ensure that you don’t miss a thing.  The guides are at your service come rain or shine, so come and experience Cambridge’s most popular tour.

  It was amazing, kinda wish it was more private- we assumed booking for 3 meant we wouldn't have to share but we still did with other groups It was still super fun, we're not really the type to usually opt-in for guided tours, but this one is a must for everyone. Our tour guide, Leaf was funny, he was interactive and wasn't the boring guided tour, instead made it quite fun sharing some exciting facts, that I surpringly still remember.

  Reviewed by Anonymous, 8/9/2021
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  5. Cambridge: 2-Hour Private University Walking Tour

  Your tour starts in the city center where you'll be given a brief timeline of all the interesting and peculiar things and events that make Cambridge University famous. Moving forward, cover Cambridge’s key sights such as its oldest church, and best-known laboratory, which hosted world-renowned scientists. You will taken to the best photo spots to capture landmarks including King’s College Chapel, the Mathematical Bridge, and Trinity College. Hear from your student guide as they highlight the local color and share little-known secrets such as what Henry VIII is holding above the gate of Trinity College and what special privileges the fellows of St. John’s share with the Royal Family. For a truly tailored experience, customize your tour to your preferences. From specific start and end times to special topics of interest. This tour can provide a closer focus on the University’s academic h...

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  6. Cambridge: Private Chauffeured Punt Day Cruise

  Experience the best of what Cambridge has to offer on your very own Private Chauffeured Punt Tour and Explore the beautiful River Cam alongside a guide Taking a Private Tour allows you to see all of the delights of the College Backs through a personalized experience. Your private chauffeur will have a passion for the history of Cambridge and its university, regaling you with facts and anecdotes about everything you see along the way. From the Gothic heights of King’s College Chapel to the Bridge of Sighs, your chauffeur will ensure that you do not miss a thing. This tour will take you on a return journey that will last approximately 50 minutes, so sit back and enjoy everything Cambridge has to offer for this famous past-time.