Cambridge Walking & Punting Tour by Alumni™ King’s College Option Discount Tickets

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Overview

Looking to visit King’s College Chapel? Please ensure you book the specific tour option that includes entry, as it is not part of our standard walking tour. This tour gives you a unique chance to see Cambridge both on foot and from the water, all in one visit. Enjoy a complete Cambridge experience by combining our 90-minute student-or graduate-led college walking tour with a 45-minute chauffeured punting trip. The tour takes place outdoors. If you choose when booking, after the walking tour finishes, you can add a self-guided visit to King's College Chapel. Then, without needing to arrange anything extra, you’ll board a traditional punt and glide along the peaceful River Cam. Passing the famous college college riverfronts and bridges, and you’ll see parts of Cambridge that most visitors dream of, when coming here. It’s a perfect way to enjoy both Cambridge’s rich academic heritage and its tranquil riverside scenery—all in one experience.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Please meet outside the main entrance to King’s College, on King’s Parade. Your guide will be wearing an item of royal blue clothing—such as a jacket, scarf, cap, beanie, or polo shirt—with the heraldic symbol of Alumni Tours on it.

End Point

End point

Reach Mill Lane Scudamore's (postcode CB2 1RS) 3 hours after the start of your walking tour if you visit King’s College Chapel at the end. If you do not visit King’s College, arrive at Scudamore's 2 hours after the start of the walking tour.

Language Offered

Mandarin-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Cambridge Alumni Tours
Meet your Alumni Guide outside King's College, on King's Parade. Your guide will be wearing an item of royal blue clothing—such as a jacket, scarf, cap, beanie, or polo shirt—with the heraldic symbol of Alumni Tours on it.
2. The Corpus Clock
Learn about the fascinating story behind the design of this famous clock, noticing the details than an uninformed observer could easily miss!
Duration: 10 mins
3. Eagle
Visit The Eagle pub—where history lives in every corner, from WWII airmen to the scientists of the nearby Cavendish Laboratory. With over 400 years of history, this pub holds countless remarkable stories.
Duration: 10 mins
4. Old dsCavendish Laboratory
Discover the place that put Cambridge on the map of the scientific world—a place that changed the history of science and the history of humanity as well.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Corpus Christi College
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
6. Queens' College
Hear about the reason why this is Queens' College rather than Queen's, and discover the myths that abound about the nearby Mathematical Bridge
Duration: 10 mins
7. The Backs
Walk along by the famous College Backs while you learn about the history of King's College and how it is related to three different King Henrys
Duration: 5 mins
8. Trinity College
Home of some of the most famous Alumni, hear a student's take on the rivalry between Trinity and St John's!
Duration: 10 mins
9. St. John's College
Admire the magnificent profile of St John's College, known for its grand architecture and notable alumni. A perfect blend of history and beauty along the River Cam.
Duration: 10 mins
10. King's College Chapel
##IMPORTANT: this option must be selected as an upgrade of the walking tour ticket. Please, make sure that you select it. The visit of the chapel is self-guided at the end of the 90 minutes walking tour, and it is not supervised by our official guide. The duration of the visit is a basic approximation, but you can leave the chapel when you prefer.
Duration: 45 mins
11. Senate House
Get 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.
Duration: 10 mins
12. Scudamore's Mill Lane Punting Station
After experiencing the above (and more!) on the walking tour, take a short break before heading to Scudamore's Mill Lane punting station. Your punting tour will begin 2 hours after the start of the walking tour if you have not purchased access to King's College Chapel, or 3 hours after the start if you have purchased access to the Chapel.
13. Mathematical Bridge
Sit back and appreciate your excellent view of the bridge that somehow manages to get a graceful arch from a series of straight timbers!
14. Darwin College
Following the walking tour, you will be punted along the River Cam past 8 colleges and 9 bridges while your local student-guide explains famous Cambridge history and anecdotes about each landmark. Start your tour by gazing 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.
15. Gibbs' Building
Admire the stunning Gothic architecture of King's College and its Neoclassical neighbour, the Gibbs Building — one of the most famous colleges in the University of Cambridge — from a new perspective.
16. Clare College
Listen to your chauffeur describe the second-oldest surviving college of the University, which was one of the first to accept women as undergraduate students.
17. Trinity College
Learn about the history of the most prestigious college of Cambridge, located in one of the most beautiful meanders of the Cam, all while relaxing as your chauffeur punts you expertly along the river.
18. Bridge of Sighs
Relate to Queen Victoria as you look upon the bridge that was said to be one of her favourite spots in the city!
19. Magdalene College
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! After this stop, the punt will return to the punt station you left from.

Inclusion

Cambridge University Student or Graduate Guide

Enter King's College Chapel (WHEN YOU BOOK THIS OPTION)

Exceptional access to college gardens (WHEN ACCESSIBLE)

Learn about the Oxbridge application process from a student

Gain an insight into student life at an elite university

Learn about Cambridge history and anecdotes

Enjoy a chauffeured punting tour along the River Cam

Exclusion

Gratuities

Indoor access to structures unless booked in advance

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

##IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have booked the King’s College option in advance, as it cannot be purchased during the tour—only before or after the walk

The punting station can cater for wheelchair users providing they can communicate how best to assist them, or have a carer with them who can do so

Not recommended for travellers who cannot complete a 90-minute walk

Supplied by Cambridge Alumni Tours

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