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Private | Cambridge Tour by Alumni™ & Punt + optional King's

4.9 (45 reviews) 2 h 45 min – 3 h 45 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Looking to visit King’s College Chapel?

Please ensure you book the specific tour option that includes entry, as it is not part of this 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.

Available in English, 中文, and Español.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 45 min – 3 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Chinese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Cambridge Alumni Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Cambridge University Student or Graduate Guide
Included: Enter King's College Chapel (WHEN YOU BOOK THIS OPTION)
Included: Exceptional access to college gardens (WHEN ACCESSIBLE)
Included: Learn about the Oxbridge application process from a student
Included: Gain an insight into student life at an elite university
Included: Learn about Cambridge history and anecdotes
Included: Enjoy a chauffeured punting tour along the River Cam

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Indoor access to structures unless booked in advance
Not included: Refreshments

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

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.
Corpus Clock

5 min

Learn about the fascinating story behind the design of this famous clock, noticing the details than an uninformed observer could easily miss!
Stop 3

10 min

Visit The Eagle pub—where history lives in every corner, from WWII airmen to the scientists of the nearby Cavendish Laboratory. With over 400 years of history, this pub holds countless remarkable stories.
Stop 4

10 min

Discover the place that put Cambridge on the map of the scientific world—a place that changed the history of science and the history of humanity as well.
Stop 5

5 min Admission not included

Listen to your student-guide describe the (somewhat dark!) history of Corpus Christi College, and feel free to ask any questions about the College or student life
Queens' College

10 min Admission not included

Hear about the reason why this is Queens' College rather than Queen's, and discover the myths that abound about the nearby Mathematical Bridge
Stop 7

10 min

Walk along by the famous College Backs while you learn about the history of King's College and how it is related to three different King Henrys.
Trinity College

10 min

Home of some of the most famous Alumni, hear a student's take on the rivalry between Trinity and St John's!
St. John's College

10 min

Admire the magnificent profile of St John's College, known for its grand architecture and notable alumni.

A perfect blend of history and beauty along the River Cam.
Senate House

10 min Admission not included

Get a student's perspective on the practice of the public announcement of grades, and get a glimpse into the particular traditions of the University of Cambridge while you hear about the graduation ceremony.
King's College Chapel

45 min Admission not included

##IMPORTANT: this option must be selected as an upgrade of the walking tour ticket. Please, make sure that you select it.

The visit of the chapel is self-guided at the end of the 90 minutes walking tour, and it is not supervised by our official guide. The duration of the visit is a basic approximation, but you can leave the chapel when you prefer.
Stop 12

Passing by

After experiencing the above (and more!) on the walking tour, take a short break before heading to Scudamore's Mill Lane punting station. Your punting tour will begin 2 hours after the start of the walking tour if you have not purchased access to King's College Chapel, or 3 hours after the start if you have purchased access to the Chapel.
Darwin College

Passing by

Following the walking tour, you will be punted along the River Cam past 8 colleges and 9 bridges while your local student-guide explains famous Cambridge history and anecdotes about each landmark. Start your tour by gazing upon the Georgian and Victorian architecture of the college with strong connections to the family of Charles Darwin, one of the most famous alumni of the University of Cambridge, while hearing your guide relay some of the fascinating history of the college, university and city.
Mathematical Bridge

Passing by

Sit back and appreciate your excellent view of the bridge that somehow manages to get a graceful arch from a series of straight timbers!
Stop 15

Passing by

Admire the stunning Gothic architecture of King's College and its Neoclassical neighbour, the Gibbs Building — one of the most famous colleges in the University of Cambridge — from a new perspective.
Clare College

Passing by

Listen to your guide describe the second-oldest surviving college of the University, which was one of the first to accept women as undergraduate students.
Trinity College Bridge

Passing by

Learn about the history of Cambridge’s most prestigious college, situated on one of the most beautiful bends of the River Cam, surrounded by some of the finest gardens in town—all while relaxing as your chauffeur expertly punts you along the river.
Bridge of Sighs

Passing by

Relate to Queen Victoria as you look upon the bridge that was said to be one of her favourite spots in the city!
Magdalene College

Passing by

Complete your tour of the College Backs with Magdalene, known as one of the most traditional of the colleges. Make the most of these last few minutes to ask your knowledgeable guide any final questions to satisfy your curiosity! After this stop, the punt will return to the punt station you left from.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet outside the main entrance to 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.

End point

Reach Mill Lane Scudamore's (postcode CB2 1RS) 3 hours after the start of your walking tour if you visit King’s College Chapel at the end. If you do not visit King’s College, arrive at Scudamore's 2 hours after the start of the walking tour.

Using your ticket

Please present your ticket to your guide at the meeting point in front of King's College Main Gate. The guide will be wearing a blue uniform item, hat, or scarf with the Alumni Tours heraldic crest. We recommend arriving at least 5 minutes early to allow time to locate your guide and check in.

Your punting tour will depart 2 hours after the start of your walking tour, or 3 hours after if you have added King's College Chapel.

Punting departs from Scudamore's, Mill Ln, Cambridge CB2 1RS. Please arrive a few minutes early to check in and provide the lead traveller’s name, mentioning that the booking is with "Alumni Tours".

##IMPORTANT: (the company cannot take responsibility for issues caused by not following these guidelines):

Late arrivals cannot be refunded. Once the tour starts, the guide cannot be contacted. Cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance are fully refundable, unless otherwise agreed, especially for large groups.

Snacks and drinks are allowed, but not inside college buildings.

The walk lasts 90 minutes at a steady pace and includes uneven surfaces. Wheelchair users are welcome, but the tour is not suitable for those with mobility difficulties.

No scheduled toilet breaks. If you leave the group for an extended time, you may not be able to find them again upon your return. This is at the customer’s own risk.

Dress appropriately and wear suitable footwear. Bring water in warm weather.

Standard tours are conducted in English, but guides come from a cosmopolitan mix of students and alumni; please be prepared for a variety of accents.

Pets are not permitted inside colleges, except for guide dogs.

Complaints must be directed to management by phone or email. Please do not address complaints to the guide, as they are not authorized to handle them.

Follow the guide’s instructions and local safety rules. Inform your guide if unwell

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
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

Options

Spanish with King's 6 PAX

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.
Spanish without King's 6 PAX

Punting Tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISH

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
English with King's 6 PAX

Punting tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISH

Duration: 4 hours 15 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 without King's 12 PAX

Punting tour

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
English with King's 12 PAX

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.
Spanish without King's 12 PAX

Punting Tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISH

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
English without King's 6 PAX

Punting tour

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Mandarin with King's 6 PAX

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 without King's 6 pax

Punting tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISH

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Mandarin without King's 12 pax

Punting tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISH

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Mandarin with King's 12 PAX

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.
Spanish with King's 12 PAX

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.