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45 minutes
A CRUISE THROUGH THE CENTURIES
Undoubtedly the best way to see the most famous Cambridge colleges in a short space of time, our punting tours typically last around 50 minutes and take you through eight colleges and underneath nine bridges. From the breathtaking sight of King’s College Chapel to the mysterious Mathematical Bridge, the stunning views provide the perfect backdrop to an intriguing and often hilarious history of Cambridge. With stories spanning centuries, including tyrannical rulers, student pranksters, and intellectual greats, all history lessons should be like this one.
A TRADITIONAL CAMBRIDGE PASTIME
Did you know that the original punts were used for transporting cargo around the fens? Ideally suited to shallow water, the punt is a flat and square-shaped boat that is pushed along with a pole. In the early 20th century, punting quickly took off as a leisure activity, and has since become an iconic part of Cambridge tradition. Nowadays punting is the most popular way among students and visitors alike to enjoy the peaceful scenery of the college backs. Don’t miss your chance to join the tradition on a shared Cambridge punting tour!
LOCAL GUIDES
Some swear they were born on a punt. Others say their father and his father before him were punters. What is certain is that all our punting tour guides are local students who are passionate and knowledgeable about Cambridge and its heritage. Feel free to ask as many questions as you like, and while you’re at it, why not have a go at punting yourself during the tour? Our guides are there to give you a real taste of Cambridge life – from a local’s perspective
Dress accordingly for the weather.
Please show your ticket to the manager in the ticket kiosk.
FOR COMBINED WALKING AND PUNTING TOUR BOOKINGS ONLY -
After your walking tour, proceed directly to your punt tour at Scudamore's (Mill Ln, Cambridge CB2 1RS), unless stated otherwise.
If you did NOT book King’s College Chapel, punting starts 2 hours after the tour (e.g., a tour starting at 11 am will punt at 1 pm).
If you DID booked King’s College Chapel, punting starts 3 hours after the tour (e.g., a tour starting at 11 am will punt at 2 pm).
This is standard procedure unless specified otherwise.
Please provide an email address and phone number that you can access regularly, as the company could have the necessity to communicate updates. The updates not received are considered responsibility of the company only when they are not communicated, not when they are communicated but not checked by the customer.
Please bring your digital receipt/ticket to Scudamore's Mill Lane Punting Station, CB2 1RS, 5 minutes before your tour is due to start.
Note
Cancellations & Refunds Policy:
Cancel 24 hours or more in advance and receive a full refund. Customers must check in on time and at the correct meeting point or risk missing the tour and having to purchase new tickets. Traffic and train delays (or cancellations) will not entitle you to reimbursement or rebooking. Give yourself enough time to arrive a minimum of 5 minutes early.
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