Cambridge Punting & Walking Tours

Punt and Walk is a strong choice if you want to understand Cambridge from both the river and its historic streets and alleyways. The experience combines a private College Backs punt with an official Blue Badge walking tour, giving visitors landmark views, college stories and deeper city context.

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Private Punt & Walk from £220

Guaranteed entry time

Details:

Cambridge Private Punt & Walk Tour - 105 minutes combined

45 minute private chauffeured punt tour followed by a 60 minute private walking tour.

Punting Highlights:

- See the Mathematical Bridge
- Pass by the world famous King's College Chapel
- Marvel at Clare College Gardens
- Admire the Wren Library
- Punt under the Bridge of Sighs

Walking Highlights:

- St. Catharine's College
- Senate House
- Gonville & Caius College

Know before you buy ▾

Getting here ▾

Punt & walk tours can be booked 48 hours in advance from our Mill Lane or Quayside Punting Stations. For any special requests, please call our Bookings Team directly on 01223 359750.
Aim to arrive 15 minutes before your booking reservation to allow time for checking in.
Paid bookings, cancelled up to 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund minus an administration fee equal to 30% of the booking's value up to a cap of £50. We are unable to offer refunds less than 48 hours in advance except in cases of dangerous conditions.
Bookings are subject to our Terms & Conditions.

Please call us on 01223 359750 if you have any questions about your purchase.

We have two locations in the city centre from where you can book the tour. Before your visit, please check which punting station you are booked from; your confirmation letter will state this.

Mill Lane Punting Station

Granta Place
Mill Lane
Cambridge
CB2 1RS

Quayside Punting Station

Magdalene Bridge
Cambridge
CB5 8AB

Parking and Public Transport

More information on Cambridge parking and public transport to our locations can be found here.

Pricing and booking:

For prices and availability, please contact our Bookings Team to reserve: on 01223 359750 or enquiries@scudamores.com.

Have a question?

How many people can each boat hold?

Our chauffeured tour boats hold up to 12 passengers. Walking Tour groups are up to 20 people. If you're looking to book please get in touch with our Bookings Team on 01223 359750 or at enquiries@scudamores.com.

What is the start and end point of the tour?

You can choose between our two punt departure points when you book: Mill Lane or Quayside. Your tour will finish at the same place you started from.

How long is the tour?

The combined length of the punt and walk tour is approximately 105 minutes. Longer tours are available on request through our Bookings Team at 01223 359750 or enquiries@scudamores.com.

What if the weather changes on the day?

Our tours run normally unless the river conditions are dangerous and we have to stop operating. As standard, we provide umbrellas and blankets on our boats.

What should I wear?

We suggest that you wear something you don’t mind getting a little wet. Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and boating activity. You need to make sure you have the correct footwear, that is non-slip, stable, can’t fall off easily and offers protection to your toes and heel. Please do not punt in bare feet or wear sandals, flip-flops, slip-on, leather-soled or high-heeled shoes.

Do you have wheelchair access?

We have wheelchair access to our Mill Lane punt station. Please get in touch by phone or email so we can figure out how best to help you with your accessibility needs.

Can I move or make changes to my booking?

Any changes to a booking can be made up to 48 hours in advance. If you have any queries regarding your booking please contact our Bookings Team directly at 01223 359750.

Any other questions?

Email: enquiries@scudamores.com
Phone: 01223 359750

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