Private Cambridge Punting Tour

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Overview

Sit back, relax and enjoy the views from the comfort of your own punt. Your private chauffeured punt tour for up to 12 people will last for approximately 50 minutes and cover the college "Backs". Whilst punting your chauffeur will provide and interesting an informative tour. During the tour you will pass famous sights including Kings College Chapel, The Bridge of Sighs, The Wren Library, New Court St Johns and the Mathematical Bridge.

Punting is a very relaxing way to see the seven riparian Cambridge University colleges which are steeped in fascinating history and the majestic Kings College chapel which provides the most iconic visual imagery for one of the most esteemed educational institutions in the world.

COVID-19 - Under current guidelines groups should be a maximum of 6 unless all of the same households. Boats are fitted with perspex screens to meet social distancing guidelines.

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Thompsons Lane
Cambridge CB5 8AG, UK

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King's College Chapel (pass by)

Your chauffeured tour passes Kings College Chapel and the Senate House.
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Queens' College (pass by)

The turning point of the chauffeured punting tour is Queens College & the Mathematical Bridge.
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The Backs (pass by)

The Chauffuered Punting tour passes through the famous colleges backs. This is a stretch of water just under 1 mile long which passes 7 riverside colleges.
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The River Cam

The tour is on the River Cam in Cambrdge and lasts approximately 50 minutes.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bridge of Sighs (pass by)

The tour passes under the majestic bridge of Sighs, part of St Johns College.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Private Cambridge Punting Tour?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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  • Service animals allowed
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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