Shared Punt Tour: Guided Experience on College Backs of Cambridge for Small Groups
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430 Ratings
Cambridgeshire
Experience the beauty of the College Backs of Cambridge on a shared punt tour. Purchase tickets for up to 3 or 6 people and enjoy a guided tour while adhering to social distancing guidelines.
Duration: 50 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Magdalene College - Customers will pass both Magdalene College and Quayside, learning about its history. Customers will also travel under Magdalene Bridge.
  • St. John’s College - Customers will go under the Bridge of Sighs, and will pass the ‘Wedding Cake Building’, formally known as the New Court.
  • Trinity College - Customers will pass both Trinity and Trinity Hall College, seeing the Wren and the Jerwood Libraries. Customers will also pass under Garret Hostel Bridge, the only public foot-bridge along this stretch of river.
  • Clare College - Customers will pass both Clare College and Clare College Gardens, which are on both sides of the river banks, as well as traveling under Clare Bridge.
  • King’s College - Customers will pass the world famous King’s College Chapel and travel under King’s Bridge.
  • Queens’ College - Customers will pass and learn about the College, and the Queen’s who were its founders, as well as passing under the famous Mathematical Bridge. It is at this point of the journey (at Silver Street Bridge) that the punt will turn and travel back along the river.
What's Included
  • Guided Tour
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Tickets for a shared tour at the College Backs of Cambridge, which can accommodate groups of 3 or 6 patrons, can be purchased. Either an entire row, for groups of up to 3, or an entire section, for groups up to 6, can be enjoyed on a guided punt tour. These ticket arrangements abide by government-issued social distancing rules. Please make certain to prearrange your booking time with us to circumvent extensive wait times.

Location
Lets Go Punting Cambridge
Thompsons Lane
On the corner of Jesus Green, near the tennis courts and La Mimosa Restaurant
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Mel
May 31, 2024
Fun and informative! - Very enjoyable punt on the river, despite the weather, but hey, we’re in England!.Luke was very knowledgeable and gave the tour with the perfect balance between knowledge and humour!
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Timbn5826oa
May 29, 2024
Fantastic Punting Experience with Daniel on the River Cam - Our trip down the River Cam was an absolute delight, thanks to our guide, Daniel. From the start, his warm welcome and extensive knowledge of Cambridge made our journey special. As we drifted past the historic colleges, Daniel shared engaging stories and fascinating facts, bringing the city’s history to life. His expert punting skills ensured a smooth, relaxing ride, allowing us to soak in the stunning views. This tour was the highlight of our Cambridge visit. Highly recommended!
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Natalierw999wl
May 21, 2024
Romantic, fun and interesting - I booked in advance that morning for a tea time trip for two. Good price. Clear instructions how to find the set off point. James was our guide. Warm, friendly, funny and lots of fun facts about the universities. I like the fact that you can only see these places from the river. Beautiful buildings, bridges and scenery. A must do and a great punting company.
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Johnmc1966
May 11, 2024
Doggy Punt - Big thanks to James our chauffeur, the wife, and our two greyhounds had a lovely trip. James was witty and well-informed. Dogs settled despite the number of novices saving a few quid by hiring their own punt and crashing into everyone
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Atrisya1998
Apr 23, 2024
Best punting experience in Cambridge - We went there on the 12th of April. My friend and I booked a punting tour in the morning and we had a wonderful experience and absolutely lovely pictures there. We selected a shared punt tour in which the price was very reasonable. Sam is such a nice, funny and incredible staff. He told us about all the attraction information when we were passing them. It is really interesting to know the history. Overall, I would recommend Lets Go Punting!!
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Lani_s
Apr 10, 2024
Enjoyable affordable experience - We were very lucky as the weather was perfect for this activity! Our chauffeur Callum was funny and it was nice to have a fun fact tour. Nice 45 minute ride up and down the river. Glad we did this.
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Alexwebbf
Apr 4, 2024
An excellent way to spend an afternoon in Cambridge - An excellent way to spend an afternoon on the river. Our tour guide, Alban had a great mix of knowledge and humour, combined with story telling skills. Thoroughly engaging and entertaining. Thank you.
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Caz991
Mar 27, 2024
Excellent punt - Great punt along the River Cam. Tour guide Sam shared his excellent knowledge of the location and made the trip very interesting. Thank you Sam 😊
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I928mlstephanien
Mar 15, 2024
Very enjoyable punting experience. Thanks Ryan! - Just had a very enjoyable punting experience this afternoon. We didn't book in advance and was about to get a shared ride "at the door" from another company, until we found that Let's go offered a price that was more than 50% cheaper (make sure you don't sign up with the first salesman!) We got on almost immediately, and our guide Ryan was witty and knowledgeable. It was quite windy but there were blankets for us. We enjoyed the lesurely ride and got to understand a lot about the various colleges, fun history and everything you'd like to know as long as you ask questions!
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Chrissiewilliams81
Feb 18, 2024
Cambridge from a different perspective - Such a cool experience! Our punter Aron was funny and taught us loads of stuff about Cambridge. There were blankets to keep us warm in the cold December weather too. We saw beautiful buildings and bridges. But the best part was when we got overtaken by a quacking speedy duck!
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