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From £25Cambridge Student-Led Shared Punting Tour (English or Chinese)
From £99Private Cambridge Punting Tour
From £15Cambridge University Student Walking Tour | Kings College Option
From £24.99Cambridge University With Alumni: Optional Kings College Entrance
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From £16Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
****This Tour is SHARED with other customers - NOT A PRIVATE TOUR**** Boats leave at the scheduled times. LATE ARRIVALS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PURCHASE NEW TICKETS. WE DO NOT HOLD BOATS TO WAIT FOR LATE CUSTOMERS. You will receive a personal and detailed historical tour from our knowledgeable guides. You will be told about all the bridges and buildings you pass. Hearing about the famous colleges, their history, some funny anecdotes and all about our famous University Alumni. Our guides will be happy to answer your questions on the town, colleges and whatever else you are curious about. The tour covers the 1-mile stretch of the River Cam, known as The Backs. It will last approximately 45 mins.
From £20Cambridge - Shared Punting Tour
Shared Cambridge Punting Tour Come Punting in Cambridge in style with Rutherford's, only the best will do! Raised seating, beautifully clean blankets and tables on all the boats. Don't settle for anything else but the best! The highlight of any Cambridge experience our shared punt tours will take you on Rutherford's quality assured 45-minute river tour through the backs of the colleges, showing you the most breathtaking views Cambridge has to offer. You will be guided by one of our own professional chauffeurs who will bring Cambridge to life with the fascinating story this city has to offer. Your tickets can be purchased on a walk-up basis on-station or for the best deal plan ahead and save money with an online e-ticket. All our boats have raised seating and tables.
From £23Cambridge University Tour by Alumni™ with optional King's Chapel
This is the original Alumni Tour™ — the first of its kind and the most professional experience in the city. Our tours are led by Cambridge students and graduates who combine genuine personal experience with a deep knowledge of the city’s history and architecture. The 90-minute tour includes iconic landmarks like the Corpus Clock, the Mathematical Bridge, and King’s College from the iconic Backs. The tour is entirely outdoors, focusing on Cambridge’s historic streets, squares, and college exteriors. If selected when booking, your experience can be enriched after the walking tour ends with a visit to King’s College Chapel, the absolute crown jewel of English Gothic architecture. You’ll pass through quiet college lanes and back lawns where Isaac Newton revolutionised physics, Charles Darwin developed his theories, and where Stephen Hawking studied and found inspiration. Available in English, 中文, and Español upon request.
From £25Cambridge Student-Led Shared Punting Tour (English or Chinese)
Glide along the picturesque River Cam on a shared punting tour, where you'll soak in the stunning views of Cambridge's historic colleges and bridges. In just 50 minutes, experience the charm of the College Backs, guided by a knowledgeable punter who shares captivating stories and local history. This affordable journey is perfect for students, solo travelers, couples, and anyone looking for a social atmosphere while enjoying the beauty of Cambridge. With comfortable seating, cushions, and the option to bring refreshments, this tour ensures a relaxed and enjoyable outing. - 50-minute shared punt ride along the scenic River Cam - Live English commentary and optional synchronized Chinese audio guide - Maximum of 12 passengers per boat for a friendly atmosphere - Bring your own snacks and drinks for added comfort during the tour
From £81Punting Tour in Cambridge
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.
From £57Cambridge Tour by Alumni™ & Punting + Optional King's College
Looking to visit King’s College Chapel? Please ensure you book the specific tour option that includes entry, as it is not part of our standard walking tour. This tour gives you a unique chance to see Cambridge both on foot and from the water, all in one visit. Enjoy a complete Cambridge experience by combining our 90-minute student-or graduate-led college walking tour with a 45-minute chauffeured punting trip. The tour takes place outdoors. If you choose when booking, after the walking tour finishes, you can add a self-guided visit to King's College Chapel. Then, without needing to arrange anything extra, you’ll board a traditional punt and glide along the peaceful River Cam. Passing the famous college college riverfronts and bridges, and you’ll see parts of Cambridge that most visitors dream of, when coming here. It’s a perfect way to enjoy both Cambridge’s rich academic heritage and its tranquil riverside scenery—all in one experience.
From £24.99Cambridge University With Alumni: Optional Kings College Entrance
Enter King’s College! Established by King Henry VI, with successive King’s providing more ambitious additions (hence the name). The chapel has the largest vaulted ceiling in the world and even a Rubens, once the most expensive painting ever purchased. It is easy to see why numerous Kings and Queens have visited, and why your visit cannot be complete without entering! This tour will introduce you to the crucial role of Cambridge in world history and highlight the city’s architectural wonders, with our University guides. On top of this, the tour will enter King’s College! Sites covered include the oldest church in Cambridge (1033), the oldest College (1284) and the laboratory famous for the discovery of DNA. Along with Cambridge landmarks such as the Mathematical Bridge and Senate house where graduation has been held for the past 300 years. Additionally, our student guides will share their experiences of the college system and let you into local secrets.
From £275Cambridge Private Punting Tour
Our tour starts from a peaceful, exclusive location at the longest stretch of the River Cam, giving you extra time on the water and two extra sights — Darwin College and its beautiful library. Far from the crowded starting points, you can truly enjoy the calm, scenic side of Cambridge. We care about your comfort — blankets, umbrellas, and local discount coupons are all included, because every guest deserves a warm and thoughtful experience. To help more visitors connect with Cambridge, we offer tours in multiple languages, including Chinese and Spanish, with audio or written guides available when multilingual guides aren’t on duty. Founded by a University of Cambridge graduate and local resident, our tours are designed with heart — sharing not only Cambridge’s history, but also real insights into student life, the university application process, and the fun, touching stories that make this city truly unforgettable.
From £15Cambridge University Student Walking Tour | Kings College Option
The walking tour is more than sightseeing — it’s an authentic journey into the real Cambridge, guided by Cambridge students, graduates, and locals who have called this city home for years. Each guide is carefully selected and intensively trained to meet the highest standards before leading a tour. Their training focuses not just on history, but on storytelling, communication, and connection, ensuring every moment feels alive and meaningful. You’ll hear real student experiences, insights into the university application process, and centuries-old traditions only insiders can share. The no-backtracking route is designed to help you see more in less time, weaving through the city’s most beautiful landmarks. Founded by a Cambridge graduate and lifelong resident, we pride ourselves on small-group tours, multilingual options, and warm hospitality. Every step reveals not just what Cambridge looks like — but how it feels to study, live, and dream here.
From £99Private Cambridge Punting Tour
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.
From £20.99Creepy Cambridge - Cambridge's Most Entertaining Ghost Walk
What do you get if you take 2000 years of history, add lashings of ancient buildings, and mix in some of the world’s most colourful characters? A city that’s ‘alive’ with ghosts – that’s what! Meet the victims of horrific punishments, see the hangman’s house, visit one of the most haunted roads in England, and hear the chilling tales of phantom Fellows and spooky Scholars that haunt the city.
From £17City Sightseeing Cambridge Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
You can hop-on and off as many times as you like aboard your Cambridge open-top double-decker City Sightseeing bus. There are many stops to choose from and the entire route takes approximately 1 hour (not including walking tour). The bus departs every 25-30 minutes from each stop. Tickets are valid for 24 hours from first use.