Punting in Cambridge with Cambridge River Tours
Are you looking to take a guided punt tour of the stunning backs of the Cambridge University colleges, along the river Cam? Then you’ve come to the right place.
King’s College chapel is just one of the famous sights of Cambridge University that you’ll see on a punting tour along the river
There’s something very special and magical about Cambridge boating, the amazing surroundings, the traditional wooden punts and the many centuries of history that will surround you as you enjoy your trip.
Let an experienced punt chauffeur do the hard work for you, while you relax and take in the sights on a Cambridge boat tour, with one of the longest established, independent, punt tour operators in the city of Cambridge. Chauffeured punting tours offer a range of guided tour options, allowing you to experience the rich history and unique views of the famous colleges along the river.
Buy your shared punting tour tickets
Buy shared punting e-tickets now, for 2-9 people, on our shared punting tours, allowing you to book a row of seats for a specific number of people on any of our shared Cambridge punt tours – valid from the day that you buy them, at the time slot you book onto.
You’ll save money on the price you pay at the ticket office and you won’t have to worry about queuing. Not only that but by booking onto one of our Cambridge boat rides in advance, you will be guaranteed a slot at that time.
Are you ready to take a Cambridge punt tour on the gorgeous River Cam?
The stretch of the river that runs from Jesus Green to Silver Street is known as the Cambridge Backs and takes in some of the most famous sights in Cambridge, all the way up the Silver Street bridge. As you glide past Magdalene College, the first Bridge emerges as a point of interest, offering views of historical significance and beauty just beyond.
There are a number of Cambridge colleges that back onto the river (which is where the name comes from) and one of the best ways to see them is on a punting tour. Cambridge is one of the most famous and beautiful cities in the world, with Trinity College one of the seven providing a unique and historical view along the lower part of the river.
Seeing the sights from a punt is one of the most relaxing ways to do it.
Punting in Cambridge is a unique experience.
Yes, there are other places in the world, even in the UK that you can go punting. Cambridge is the only one that offers this unique combination of 100s of years of history and architectural splendour that can be seen from a punt. It’s an experienced not to be missed. Boat trips in Cambridge are almost exclusively done in punts. A traditional wooden boat, hand propelled by your guide who stands on the back of the boat.
If you’re looking for a Cambridge Gondala ride, then you’re actually in the right place. There aren’t any gondalas in Cambridge but those wooden boats that look a bit like them? Well those are traditional Cambridge punts.
Book your Cambridge punting tour now
Have a browse of our website, and if you’ve got any questions before you book your Cambridge punting tour, take a look at our FAQs or contact us.
Book a private tour
Want a whole punt to yourselves, or have a larger group who want to go punting in Cambridge?
Choose between a private or shared tour to best suit your experience. Our private tours are ever-popular, offering an exclusive journey down the river, with the option to enhance your experience with a delightful picnic.
For groups of 7 or more adults private tours will usually work out a better deal than buying individual tickets.
Punts pass under Trinity bridge, with Trinity Hall just peeking out from behind the trees
You can book up to 2 punts at a time directly from our website.
You can now buy walking tour tickets, or combined walking tour and punting tickets directly from our site as well. Please click on the button below to visit our walking tours page:
The old court at Queens’ college, one of many sights that you will see on a chauffeured punt tour
Got more questions?
Got questions or need more information? Check out our FAQs, as these should give you all the information that you need about boating in Cambridge and about visiting the city in general, so that you can be armed with all the knowledge you require before you join us for your Cambridge boat ride.
If you are planning to visit Cambridge, rather than trying to cram it all into a single day, why not find a place to stay and take a more leisurely approach to your visit?