Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

Name: Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Price: 16 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.82 (788 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

45 minutes

Mobile ticket

****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.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Strollers can be left at the desk, but not taken on board. Same applies for wheelchairs. We can assist with boarding less abled passengers.

OUR ADDRESS: JESUS GREEN BOAT STATION, THOMPSONS LANE, CAMBRIDGE, CB5 8AG

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Magdalene College

Pass by Magdalene College and see where the oldest bridge in Cambridge is.

Admission Not Applicable

St. John's College

See the riverside college buildings and gardens.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Historical tour

Tips

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Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

Reviews

4.82

788 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

705

Pleasant punting in Cambridge
martinbanks2009,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did a punting tour, with Scholars, in Cambridge and it was very good. The guide, a Turkish born chap, was great and very informative. Thanks to him for a pleasant 60 mins. Martin (in Belgium)
ook a punting tour in...
Jia L,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
ook a punting tour in Cambridge and loved it! Drifting along the River Cam was super relaxing, with gorgeous views of the colleges and bridges. The guide shared fun stories that made the ride even better. Best part? Seeing King’s College Chapel from the water—it’s stunning. A perfect mix of history, scenery, and chill vibes. Definitely a must‑do when in Cambridge!
It was an excellent...
Navdeep S,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was an excellent experience of Cambridge City The punters are very knowledgeable and courteous Must do it on a sunny after noon as punting along cam river can be cold Great experience along scenic beauty full of rich history
Tour canceled
Kl995mr,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
They canceled my punt for no reason cause of flooding river but I saw a lot of punts while I was to Cambridge. Who knows what happened and made my experience bad
Brilliant
which hat,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is such a fun way to spend an hour or 2 relaxing in the summer sun. Our guide was very informative about everything,all the buildings and surrounds.Try to book in advance as it does get busy.The company is right at the very end of the board walk in front of a pub called Byron Bear.
Dissapointing
DizzyDoris34,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
Having been punting before, I found that we had the least informative guide. I had to explain to my friend about the Mathmatical bridge as no information was offered, also no information on some of the universities that we passed ie Magdalene College & Queens to name a few
Punting with Matteo
petercG4764II,,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Huge, thank you to Matteo, who guided our trip – he was knowledgeable, friendly, polite, and funny. I would highly recommend Both the punting experience and Matteo
Highly recommended
Beth S,,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a beautiful day and the team could not be more helpful. Our guide had the knowledge and was a great host.
Excellent experience, i...
Mahdiyah N,,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent experience, i would definately reccommend. The tour guide was very friendly and knowledgable.
Lovely experience and lovely guide
L6460EQandreas,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A highly recommended experience to see Cambridge from a different perspective! I don’t remember the guide’s name, but he was incredible! He shared the history throughout the whole tour along with some interesting facts (give him a raise! ;) )