Combined Cambridge University Walking & Punting Tour With King’s College

Combined Cambridge University Walking & Punting Tour With King's College

This comprehensive Cambridge experience combines guided walking through historic college grounds with a relaxing punt along the River Cam. Your expert guide, either a Cambridge graduate or current student, leads you through centuries of academic tradition including exclusive access to King's College Chapel.

The tour covers famous college courtyards and Gothic architecture that has housed scholars for over 800 years. You'll visit the actual room where Isaac Newton developed his groundbreaking theories and see the Mathematical Bridge's ingenious engineering. King's College Chapel stands as the tour's centrepiece, featuring England's finest fan vault ceiling and remarkable stained glass windows.

The 50-minute punting segment glides past eight colleges and under nine historic bridges along the River Cam. From the water, you'll see college backs and gardens typically hidden from street view while your guide shares stories of famous alumni and current student life.

What is Included

• Expert guide who is either a Cambridge graduate or current student
• Walking tour through historic college courtyards
• Entry to King's College Chapel (worth £86 per person)
• 50-minute punting experience on the River Cam
• Access to Isaac Newton's room and Mathematical Bridge
• Views of eight colleges and passage under nine historic bridges

Good to Know

The complete experience lasts approximately 3 hours combining both walking and punting portions. Arrive 15 minutes before departure time at the location specified on your tickets. Your guide will have tickadoo signage for easy identification.

Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour includes walking on cobblestones and various surfaces. Bring weather-appropriate clothing as punting operates in most conditions. Valid photo ID is required for admission to King's College Chapel and other restricted areas.

This tour is not wheelchair accessible due to historic building restrictions and punt boat requirements. Children are welcome but must be supervised by adults at all times, especially during the River Cam portion.

If you're planning to explore more of Cambridge, consider booking Cambridge University walking tours for additional college access, or discover other historic sites with Cambridge punting tours that focus purely on the river experience.