Shared | Alumni-led Walking & Punting Tour w/opt King's Chapel
Overview
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This combined package has it all. 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—a great way to take in the city’s history and charm.
The tour takes place outdoors. If you choose when booking, after the walking tour finishes, you can add a self-guided visit to one of Cambridge’s most historic and beautiful chapels: 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 backs, the Bridge of Sighs, and the college riverfronts, 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.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
##IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have booked the King’s College option in advance, as it cannot be purchased during the tour—only before or after the walk
The punting station can cater for wheelchair users providing they can communicate how best to assist them, or have a carer with them who can do so
Not recommended for travellers who cannot complete a 90-minute walk
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Cambridge University Student or Graduate Guide
Enter King's College Chapel (WHEN YOU BOOK THIS OPTION)
Exceptional access to college gardens (WHEN ACCESSIBLE)
Learn about the Oxbridge application process from a student
Gain an insight into student life at an elite university
Learn about Cambridge history and anecdotes
Enjoy a chauffeured punting tour along the River Cam
Gratuities
Indoor access to structures unless booked in advance
What To Expect
Meet your Alumni Guide outside King's College, on King's Parade. Your guide will be wearing an item of royal blue clothing—such as a jacket, scarf, cap, beanie, or polo shirt—with the heraldic symbol of Alumni Tours on it.
Learn about the fascinating story behind the design of this famous clock, noticing the details than an uninformed observer could easily miss!
Options
Spanish tour
Punting Tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISH
Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
English tour
Punting Tour
Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Spanish tour with King's
Punting tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISH
Duration: 3 hours 45 minutes
King's College Chapel access: The self-guided visit to King’s College Chapel takes place at the end of the walking tour.
English tour with King's
Punting Tour
Duration: 3 hours 45 minutes
King's College Chapel access: The self-guided visit to King’s College Chapel takes place at the end of the walking tour.
Mandarin tour with King's
Punting Tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISH
Duration: 3 hours 45 minutes
King's College Chapel access: The self-guided visit to King’s College Chapel takes place at the end of the walking tour.
Mandarin tour
Punting Tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISH
Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Reviews
665 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our guide, Joe, was very...
Martha S,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Joe, was very entertaining and shared a lot of cute stories about Cambridge. The punting experience was so, so nice!
Walking tour disappointing but Punt on the river fantastic
Rita M,
Jul 12, 2025
- Viator
2.00Peter, our guide for the walking tour was very poor. I know he had only been doing these walking tours for 2 months but he was not competent to take a group of 24 people and needed more training. He was not engaging and very limited on his general knowledge on the colleges and areas. It was very busy and he struggled to keep the group together and informed. We found it o disjointed, difficult to hear him and found him somewhat vague. In contrast the young guy who took us punting on the river was excellent and we learnt so much more from him as we traversed up and back on the river. Would recommend Scudamore for the punting trips as that was very good value for money
Great tour
Nana O,
Jul 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was wonderful. They were very accommodating when we got stuck on the train. Peter was very personal and knowledgeable.
Cambridge college walking/punting tour
Tracey R,
Jun 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Elliot & Harry were exceptional tour guides, they were very knowledgeable & personable. Both very happy to answer questions & they made the day very enjoyable. Would thoroughly recommend this tour.
Perfect pacing
Janet B,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00What a great tour! Jordy was our guide and did a fantastic job pointing out the sites and giving us tidbits of information. We happened to be in Cambridge during graduation time and he shared some of the peculiar traditions practiced. His pacing was spot on. Thoroughly enjoyed our time.
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