****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.
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.
City 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.
Enjoy a tranquil and personal experience on your own private punt. By selecting this private tour option, you and your group will have the luxury of the entire punt and the full attention of our experienced chauffeur. See some of the most famous Cambridge Colleges such as King’s, Clare, Trinity and St John’s as you and your group are punted along the River Cam by your very own private chauffeur.
Cambridge University Self-Guided Tour: King's, Trinity, St John's
See Cambridge through the eyes of someone who studied here and long-time resident, this self-guided walk leads you through the heart of the university at your own pace. Begin outside King's College, then follow past Great St Mary's Church to Trinity College, founded by Henry VIII, and Christopher Wren's celebrated library. Continue to St John's and Magdalene, cross the River Cam at Garret Hostel Bridge, and climb Castle Mound for sweeping views over the city's spires. Along the way, hear how centuries-old traditions still shape student life, and discover the stories of the people who walked these streets before you, from Isaac Newton to Stephen Hawking. It's the insight of a private guide at a fraction of the price. Highlights - Hear the inside story of Cambridge from a former student who lived and studied here. - See King's College Chapel, Trinity College, the Wren Library and St John's in one easy walk. - Take in panoramic views of the city's spires from the top of Castle Mound.