Discover the best of Cambridge with this fascinating walking and punting tour. Explore historic streets, famous university colleges and iconic landmarks on a 90-minute guided walk before enjoying a relaxing 45-minute punt along the River Cam. Packed with captivating stories and beautiful scenery, it’s the perfect way to experience Cambridge’s rich history.
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About the Experience
Experience Days Tours: Discover the fascinating history of Cambridge with this guided walking and punting tour, combining centuries of university heritage, impressive architecture and captivating stories.
Your experience begins outside King’s College with a 90-minute walking tour through Cambridge’s historic streets and college quads. Along the way, you will discover Anglo-Saxon, Gothic and Neoclassical architecture, see where Sir Isaac Newton developed his theory of gravity, and visit the pub where Crick and Watson announced their discovery of DNA’s double helix structure. You will also explore several of the university’s famous colleges, with the chance to step inside two of them.
Next, head to the River Cam for a relaxing 45-minute punting tour, gliding past eight renowned colleges and beneath nine picturesque bridges. Take in the beautiful scenery of ‘The Backs’ while hearing fascinating tales of famous academics, student pranksters and Cambridge’s colourful past.
Perfect for history lovers and visitors alike, this walking and punting tour offers a memorable way to experience Cambridge.
Requirements
Minimum age: 13
Child tickets can be purchased separately
Guest Info
The historic Cambridge punting and walking tour runs daily throughout the year, subject to availability.
Participants: The Historic Cambridge Punting and Walking Tour is for 1 participant.
Max Group Size: 11
Spectators Allowed on Site: No
Boats vary in size, with a maximum of 12 in the larger boats.
Duration
Experience Duration: 2:20
Time Spent at Venue: 2:50
The Walking Tour has a duration of 90 minutes and the Punting tour has a total duration of 45 minutes.
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 13 years
This product is not eligible for promotional discount codes.
Equipment & Clothing
Please dress appropriately for the weather, with sensible shoes.
Weather
If the weather is particularly bad the tour may be rescheduled for another date.
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
