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Cambridge Shared Guided Punt Tour on the College Backs
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Cambridge Shared Guided Punt Tour on the College Backs

by Lets Go Punting

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

This shared guided punt tour in Cambridge lasts about 50 minutes and follows the College Backs along the River Cam. Groups of up to 3 people will have a full row, while groups of up to 6 will have a whole section to themselves, with seating arranged to meet government social distancing rules. The tour includes a guide who provides commentary throughout the journey. The route passes Magdalene College and Quayside, and the punt goes under Magdalene Bridge. It continues beneath the Bridge of Sighs by St. John's College, passing the New Court building, also known as the 'Wedding Cake Building.' Next, the punt travels past Trinity and Trinity Hall Colleges, showing the Wren and Jerwood Libraries, then under Garret Hostel Bridge, the only public footbridge in this area. The tour moves on past Clare College and Clare College Gardens on both riverbanks, going under Clare Bridge. It then passes King's College Chapel and goes beneath King's Bridge. Finally, the punt reaches Queens' College, where the guide explains the college's history and its royal founders. The punt passes under the Mathematical Bridge before turning at Silver Street Bridge to return along the river. Gratuities are not included, and advance booking by phone is recommended to avoid long waits.

Highlights

Guided punt tour along Cambridge College Backs
Seating for up to 3 or 6 people per group
Passes Magdalene, St. John's, Trinity, Clare, King's, Queens' Colleges
Travel under Magdalene, Bridge of Sighs, Garret Hostel, Clare, King's, Mathematical Bridges
50-minute shared boat tour with social distancing seating

What's included

Guided tour on a shared punt

What's not included

Gratuities

Itinerary

1

Magdalene College

The punt passes Magdalene College and Quayside while the guide shares historical details. The boat travels under Magdalene Bridge.

2

St. John's College

The punt goes under the Bridge of Sighs near St. John's College and passes the New Court, also called the 'Wedding Cake Building.'

3

Trinity College

The boat passes both Trinity and Trinity Hall Colleges, showing the Wren and Jerwood Libraries, then goes under Garret Hostel Bridge, the only public footbridge along this river stretch.

4

Clare College

The punt passes Clare College and the gardens on both riverbanks, traveling beneath Clare Bridge.

5

King's College

The punt passes King's College Chapel and travels under King's Bridge.

6

Queens' College

The punt passes Queens' College, with commentary on the college and its royal founders, then goes under the Mathematical Bridge before turning back at Silver Street Bridge.

Meeting point

On the corner of Jesus Green, near the tennis courts and La Mimosa Restaurant

End point

On the corner of Jesus Green, near the tennis courts and La Mimosa Restaurant

Languages

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

Cancellation policy

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

Additional info

1–6 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
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