Glide through eight centuries of Cambridge history on a relaxing punt along the River Cam. Setting off by King’s College, you will drift past famous colleges and under charming bridges while your guide shares stories of mischievous students, powerful rulers and brilliant minds. It is a calm and scenic way to see the city from the water, with The Backs looking especially lovely from your seat on the boat. A perfect little treat for visitors, history lovers or anyone curious about university life.
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About the Experience
Settle into your seat and let Cambridge quietly unfold around you on this thoughtful and easy going punting tour. Your trip begins beside the grand front of King’s College, where you collect your ticket and step aboard your punt. From there you drift along the River Cam for around fifty minutes, gliding past some of the university’s most admired colleges and beneath a series of pretty bridges. As you move through the calm stretch known as The Backs, your guide brings the city to life with stories of former rulers, playful student antics and the remarkable figures who shaped centuries of academic history. It is a wonderfully gentle way to experience the university from the water and a charming choice for visitors, soon to be students or anyone who enjoys a good tale told in a beautiful setting.
Requirements
The minimum age for this experience is 3, with the maximum age being 12. Adult tickets can also be purchased.
Suitable For
Boats vary in size, with a maximum of 12 in the larger boats.
Duration
Punting tours have a total duration of 50 minutes, but please arrive 30 minutes early.
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 3 years
Maximum Age: 12 years
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
