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Private | Cambridge Uni Walking Tour & Punting Tour Led By Alumni
Cambridge, East of England, England, United Kingdom
$687.75
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
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Overview
Your 90-minute private walking tour is led by a current student or graduate of Cambridge University and you will see all the most famous colleges and landmarks along with an authentic insight into student life.
After finishing the walking tour, enjoy a 45-minute private punting tour that showcases eight renowned Cambridge colleges, from Darwin to Magdalene, and highlights nine picturesque bridges such as the Mathematical Bridge and the Bridge of Sighs. Your experience includes a knowledgeable local guide.
Please note, while our walking tour is wheelchair/stroller accessible, our punting tours are not. However, customers can be accommodated with seat cushions. The punts are outfitted for poor weather, with umbrellas and blankets available to suit the conditions.
After finishing the walking tour, enjoy a 45-minute private punting tour that showcases eight renowned Cambridge colleges, from Darwin to Magdalene, and highlights nine picturesque bridges such as the Mathematical Bridge and the Bridge of Sighs. Your experience includes a knowledgeable local guide.
Please note, while our walking tour is wheelchair/stroller accessible, our punting tours are not. However, customers can be accommodated with seat cushions. The punts are outfitted for poor weather, with umbrellas and blankets available to suit the conditions.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Private English Tour 6 PAX
Entry to King's College Option: Add entry to King's College Chapel for £25 p.p by calling the bookings team on +441223 787270
Private Tour in English: Luxury Private tour with a University of Cambridge Alumni Guide.
Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Entry to King's College Option: Add entry to King's College Chapel for £25 p.p by calling the bookings team on +441223 787270
Private Tour in English: Luxury Private tour with a University of Cambridge Alumni Guide.
Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Cambridge Alumni & Student Guides
- Entry to Trinity College Backs (when they are open)
- Private 90-minute Walking Tour
- Private 45-minute Punting Tour
- King's College Chapel entry
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Meet your tour guide wearing a royal blue uniform (cap, beanie hat or polo) at the entrance of King's College on King's Parade 5 minutes before your tour is due to start.
Return details
Your punting tour will start at Scudamore's Mill Lane Punting Station. Meet our cashier here who will get you booked on.
- Meet your Alumni guide/s outside King's College, on King's Parade (opposite to "Primavera" on 10 King's Parade, CB2 1SJ). They will be wearing a blue element with the Alumni Tours logo on (a hat, scarf, uniform) , and will check you in for your tour. (pass by)
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Corpus ClockLearn about the fascinating story behind the design of this famous clock, noticing the details than an uninformed observer could easily miss!
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Listen to your student-guide describe the (somewhat dark!) history of Corpus Christi College, and feel free to ask any questions about the College or student life
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Queens' CollegeHear about the reason why this is Queens' College rather than Queen's, and discover the myths that abound about the nearby Mathematical Bridge
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Senate HouseGet a student's perspective on the practice of the public announcement of grades, and get a glimpse into the particular traditions of the University of Cambridge while you hear about the graduation ceremony.
- After experiencing the above (and more!) on the walking tour, have a short break and walk to Scudamore's Mill Lane punting station, where a manager will meet you and direct you to the departure point for your punting tour! (pass by)
- Sit back and appreciate your excellent view of the bridge that somehow manages to get a graceful arch from a series of straight timbers! (pass by)
- Gaze upon the Georgian and Victorian architecture of the college with strong connections to the family of Charles Darwin, one of the most famous alumni of the University of Cambridge, while hearing your guide relay some of the fascinating history of the college, university and city. (pass by)
- Listen to your guide describe the second-oldest surviving college of the University, which was one of the first to accept women as undergraduate students. (pass by)
- Admire the stunning Gothic architecture of one of the most famous colleges in the University of Cambridge. (pass by)
- Learn about the history of the college where Stephen Hawking completed his PhD, all while relaxing as your chauffeur punts you expertly along the river. (pass by)
- Relate to Queen Victoria as you look upon the bridge that was said to be one of her favourite spots in the city! (pass by)
- Complete your tour of the College Backs with Magdalene, known as one of the most traditional of the colleges. Make the most of these last few minutes to ask your knowledgeable guide any final questions to satisfy your curiosity! (pass by)
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Private | Cambridge Uni Walking Tour & Punting Tour Led By Alumni
Cambridge, East of England, England, United Kingdom
$687.75
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!