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Cambridge Private Punting Tour of The Backs with King's College Chapel and Bridge of Sighs
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Cambridge Private Punting Tour of The Backs with King's College Chapel and Bridge of Sighs

by Lets Go Punting

50 min
Cambridge
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50 min
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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Overview

This private punting tour on the River Cam in Cambridge lasts about 50 minutes and accommodates up to 12 people. A chauffeur steers the punt while providing commentary about the sights along the way. The route covers the college "Backs," a stretch of water just under one mile long that passes seven riverside colleges. During the tour, passengers will see notable landmarks including King's College Chapel, the Senate House, the Bridge of Sighs at St John's College, the Wren Library, New Court at St John's, Queens' College, and the Mathematical Bridge. The boat is equipped with perspex screens to comply with social distancing rules, and current COVID-19 guidelines limit groups to six people unless they belong to the same household. Punting offers a calm and comfortable way to view Cambridge's university colleges and their historic architecture. The tour is private and includes only the chauffeured boat ride; food, drinks, and gratuities are not included.

Highlights

Private chauffeured punt on the River Cam
Tour lasts approximately 50 minutes
Passes seven riverside Cambridge University colleges
Views of King's College Chapel and Senate House
Passes under the Bridge of Sighs at St John's College
Includes Queens' College and Mathematical Bridge

What's included

Private punting tour on the River Cam

What's not included

Alcoholic drinks
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Itinerary

1

King's College Chapel

The chauffeured punt passes King's College Chapel and the Senate House, both prominent Cambridge landmarks.

2

Queens' College

The turning point of the tour is at Queens' College, near the Mathematical Bridge, where the punt changes direction.

3

The Backs

The punt follows the famous Backs, a waterway just under one mile long that runs past seven riverside colleges.

4

The River Cam

The entire tour takes place on the River Cam in Cambridge and lasts about 50 minutes.

50 min

5

Bridge of Sighs

The punt passes beneath the Bridge of Sighs, a notable covered bridge belonging to St John's College.

Meeting point

Our meeting point is on the corner of Jesus Green, near the Tennis Courts.

End point

Our meeting point is on the corner of Jesus Green, near the Tennis Courts.

Languages

English (audio)English (audio)English (audio)English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–12 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Total
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