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Cambridge Shared Chauffeured Punt Tour: Experience the Scenic Route of Seven Colleges
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98 Ratings
Cambridgeshire
Tickets for shared punting tours in Cambridge can be purchased for groups of up to 2, 3, or 6 people. This delightful journey covers a two-mile stretch of the River Cam, offering a picturesque view of the backs of seven Cambridge Colleges, such as St John’s, King’s, and Queens, among others. It’s an excellent and cost-effective way to explore Cambridge.
Tickets for shared punting tours in Cambridge can be purchased for groups of up to 2, 3, or 6 people. This delightful journey covers a two-mile stretch of the River Cam, offering a picturesque view of the backs of seven Cambridge Colleges, such as St John’s, King’s, and Queens, among others. It’s an excellent and cost-effective way to explore Cambridge.
Duration:
50 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Magdalene College - Customers will pass by Magdalene College, learning about the College and the scholars that have passed through their doors. The punts will also pass Quayside, which is located just opposite the College, and learn about Cambridges’ trading past.
- St. John’s College - Customers will go under the Bridge of Sighs, and will…
- Magdalene College - Customers will pass by Magdalene College, learning about the College and the scholars that have passed through their doors. The punts will also pass Quayside, which is located just opposite the College, and learn about Cambridges’ trading past.
- 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 by the Wren library and will travel under Trinity Bridge. Customers will learn about the origins of the College and the royals that studied there. After Trinity College, customers will travel pass Trinity Hall College and 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. The gardens are considered the most scenic in Cambridge, graduates have the right to get married there. Customers will also travel under Clare Bridge and learn the history about all three sights.
- King’s College - Customers will pass the famous, Kings College Chapel, which is the largest stone-vaulted chapel in the world, as well as the Gibbs Building. Customers will be regaled with stories about the College and its Bridge.
- Queens’ College - Customers will pass and learn about College, and the Queen’s who were its founders. Customers will also pass under the famous Mathematical Bridge, formally known at the Wooden 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
- Boats are sanitized before each tour
- Boats are sanitized before each tour
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Traditional Punting Cambridge
Thompsons Lane
On the corner of Jesus Green near the tennis courts and La Mimosa Resturant.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(98 Ratings)
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Sarahlulucat
Mar 22, 2026
Fantastic experience - Our guide Said was really lovely. Very informative and funny. Such a lovely experience. Thank you so much
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Go32038388064
Mar 21, 2026
River Cam shared punting your. - What a great way to see the colleges and bridges of Cambridge!
Out guide, Matt, was very knowledgeable and calm. Just right for an early morning on the river. He said we’d picked the right time to go (early morning in March) as in the summer months it can get very busy.
I would highly recommend this tour - and do ask for Matt if he’s about! 😁
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Elainebates22
Feb 23, 2026
Great experience! - We did the one hour shared tour with our two children. Exceeded our expectations, was a lovely way to see Cambridge and the colleges. Dan HP, our tour guide was very knowledgable and a great guide! Thanks Dan!
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Deborahnp7285ag
Feb 10, 2026
Great punting company, trip and guide. - Did the group 1 hour punting tour - a great experience at a good price. The guide was Matt and he was very knowledgeable and also made the trip fun.
The company was professional and communication about the trip, and pre-trip information was excellent.
Would definitely recommend the company, and Matt as the guide.
Thanks Matt and Traditional Punting Comapny - a great experience
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Job240
Jan 4, 2026
Fantastic Punting Experience in Cambridge - Highly recommend this traditional punting company. It’s the perfect way to see Cambridge, including the colleges and the bridges. Sayid was fantastic, very friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and really informative throughout the tour. We paid £50 for three of us on a shared boat, which was great value. Would definitely do it again!
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Nogo86
Dec 29, 2025
Mother 70 - We booked this for Mothers 70th just because none of us had ever done it! It was fun! The office were just blooming lovey when I rang up (another company prior were not!)
They shared a discount code, pulled the stops out for a bday and even when I got lost on the day (because I am incapable of checking emails not because they didn’t give crystal clear instructions they did, when I rang I was guided to location, offered to swap time spots etc).
James our ‘man’ was super: it is a shame he supports Ipswich FC but other than that he was very honest, knowledgeable and pleasant and I had a lot off odd questions - I’m really pleased we had a lovey guide!
Ring and book… they’re sound!
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Sarah
Nov 8, 2025
Fantastic Punting Experience with Adam - We had Adam as our punting guide with The Traditional Punting Company and he was fantastic. He was friendly, informative and clearly very knowledgeable about Cambridge and its history. He made the tour feel relaxed and enjoyable, and even switched to speaking Chinese for some of the other guests, which was really impressive and thoughtful. Would highly recommend Adam if you’re booking a punt tour!
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Markmedown
Sep 17, 2025
Thanks to Ben F, great experience - Our punter was Ben F who was friendly and very knowledgeable about the history along the river. There was 4 of us and our 2 dogs seated next to Ben and another couple the other end of the boat who didn’t interact at all. I would definitely recommend this as worthwhile and excellent value for money. Many thanks Ben!
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630marlond
Sep 17, 2025
Great way to view cambridge and well done to Elias - Great way to view Cambridge. Elias was such a great tour guide as well as a skillful punter!! Well done, keep up the good work and great sense of humour. made our day
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Laurentt76
Aug 11, 2025
It probably depends on the "driver." - Excellent experience with a very friendly driver. You learn a lot about different colleges. A pleasant walk. We took one of the last laps, there were maybe a little less people on the water, which is no worse.
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