• Cambridge Alumni Tours - Meet your Alumni Guide outside King’s College on King’s Parade. Your guide will be easily identifiable by their royal blue attire, which may include a jacket, scarf, cap, beanie, or polo shirt, all featuring the Alumni Tours heraldic symbol.
• The Corpus Clock - Discover the intriguing story behind the design of this renowned clock, and observe the details that might escape an untrained eye!
• Eagle - Explore The Eagle pub, where history is alive in every corner, from WWII airmen to the scientists of the nearby Cavendish Laboratory. With over 400 years of history, this pub is filled with countless fascinating tales.
• Old Cavendish Laboratory - Uncover the site that established Cambridge as a pivotal location in the scientific world, altering the course of science and human history.
• Corpus Christi College - Listen as your student-guide shares the (somewhat dark!) history of Corpus Christi College, and feel free to inquire about the College or student life.
• Queens’ College - Learn why it is Queens’ College rather than Queen’s, and explore the myths surrounding the nearby Mathematical Bridge.
• The Backs - Stroll along the famous College Backs while learning about the history of King’s College and its connections to three different King Henrys.
• Trinity College - Home to some of the most renowned Alumni, hear a student’s perspective on the rivalry between Trinity and St John’s!
• St. John’s College - Admire the impressive architecture of St John’s College, celebrated for its grand design and notable alumni. A perfect blend of history and beauty along the River Cam.
• King’s College Chapel - ##IMPORTANT: This option must be selected as an upgrade of the walking tour ticket. Please ensure you select it. The chapel visit is self-guided at the end of the 90-minute walking tour and is not supervised by our official guide. The visit duration is an estimate, but you may leave the chapel at your discretion.
• Senate House - Gain a student’s insight into the public announcement of grades and glimpse the unique traditions of the University of Cambridge while learning about the graduation ceremony.
• Scudamore’s Mill Lane Punting Station - After enjoying the walking tour, take a short break before heading to Scudamore’s Mill Lane punting station. Your punting tour will commence 2 hours after the walking tour starts if you haven’t purchased access to King’s College Chapel, or 3 hours after if you have.
• Mathematical Bridge - Relax and enjoy your excellent view of the bridge that achieves a graceful arch from a series of straight timbers!
• Darwin College - Following the walking tour, enjoy a punt along the River Cam past 8 colleges and 9 bridges while your local student-guide shares famous Cambridge history and anecdotes about each landmark. Begin your tour by admiring the Georgian and Victorian architecture of the college, which has strong ties to Charles Darwin’s family, one of the most famous alumni of the University of Cambridge, while your guide shares the college, university, and city’s fascinating history.
• Gibbs’ Building - Appreciate the stunning Gothic architecture of King’s College and its Neoclassical neighbor, the Gibbs Building — one of the most renowned colleges in the University of Cambridge — from a fresh perspective.
• Clare College - Listen as your chauffeur describes the second-oldest surviving college of the University, which was among the first to admit women as undergraduate students.
• Trinity College - Discover the history of Cambridge’s most prestigious college, located in one of the most beautiful bends of the Cam, all while relaxing as your chauffeur expertly punts you along the river.
• Bridge of Sighs - Connect with Queen Victoria as you gaze upon the bridge that was said to be one of her favorite spots in the city!
• Magdalene College - Conclude your tour of the College Backs with Magdalene, known as one of the most traditional colleges. Take advantage 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 station you departed from.

• 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

This comprehensive package offers everything. This tour provides a unique opportunity to explore Cambridge both on foot and from the water, all in a single visit. Experience the full essence of Cambridge by combining a 90-minute walking tour led by a student or graduate with a 45-minute chauffeured punting trip—a fantastic way to appreciate the city’s history and charm.

The tour is conducted outdoors. If selected during booking, after the walking tour concludes, participants can add a self-guided visit to one of Cambridge’s most historic and stunning chapels: King’s College Chapel.

Then, without any additional arrangements, participants will board a traditional punt and glide along the serene River Cam. Passing the renowned college backs, the Bridge of Sighs, and the college riverfronts, visitors will see parts of Cambridge that many dream of experiencing.

It’s an ideal way to enjoy both Cambridge’s rich academic heritage and its peaceful riverside scenery—all in one experience.

• ##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

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