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Shared | Cambridge University Walking & Punting Tour Led By University Alumni
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Combine two classic Cambridge experiences into one tour—a walking tour of Cambridge University and a punting cruise along the Cam River. First, embark on a tour of the prestigious university colleges and get an insight into student life from your Cambridge University graduate guide. After admiring architectural highlights like King’s College, Trinity College, and The Senate House, hop aboard a traditional punt for a cruise. As you glide along the river banks, enjoy unbeatable views of The Backs, the picturesque parks, and colleges that line the waterfront.
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$58.66
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$58.66

Shared | Cambridge University Tour With King's College Led By University Alumni
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Experience one of the world’s most famous universities on a walking tour of the prestigious Cambridge University. Follow your guide, a University of Cambridge student, around architectural highlights like Trinity College, King’s College, and Corpus Christi College; see the halls where alumni like Sir Isaac Newton, C.S. Lewis, and John Harvard once walked; and peek into student haunts like The Eagle Pub. This small-group tour is limited to 20 people for a personal experience.
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$26.21
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$26.21

Small-Group Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
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Cambridge is known for its magnificent University buildings, and with this punting tour—you’ll maximize your time in the city by seeing multiple colleges in a short space of time. Glide along the River Cam in a shared small-group punt (flat-bottomed boat), and learn about the history of the city and its famous sights. Along the way, take in views of the Bridge of Sighs, King’s College Chapel, the Mathematical Bridge, and Trinity College.
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$24.96
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Cambridge Walking Tour
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This small-group walking tour is the perfect way to tick off lots of top Cambridge landmarks and to learn about the city's history too. Hear fascinating insights all the way back to medieval times, that you likely wouldn't uncover if exploring independently. The tour showcases famous colleges, historic sights, and hidden secrets too. Along the way, listen to stories about the University's famous alumni, and hear quirky tales that aren't featured in guidebooks.
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$27.46
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$27.46

Go Inside King's College And Explore Cambridge University With Alumni Guide
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The university colleges of Cambridge are widely considered among the prettiest and most academically successful in England, with a history dating back centuries. This walking tour from the city center takes you to the heart of Cambridge University and the famed King's College, and shines a light on the famous actors, inventors, mathematicians, Nobel Prize-winners and scientists who have lived and worked here.
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$31.19
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$31.19

Historic Cambridge: A Guided Walking Tour
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This tour is your shortcut to discovering more about the history of Cambridge and its famous university. Join a guide on a leisurely stroll around the city that's completely private, just for your group. Discover insider stories about the city that you likely wouldn't uncover alone, and walk past top landmarks, such as King's College Chapel, Senate House, Trinity College, and The Round Church Visitor Centre.
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$168.49
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$168.49
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A Guided Public Tour of Historic Cambridge
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This is your shortcut to discovering some of the most important historic buildings in Cambridge, without putting in hours of research time. Set off on a route that showcases Trinity College, St. John’s College, and King’s College—which is known for its famous chapel and choir. As well as colleges, the guide also reveals one of Cambridge’s oldest pubs, and the home of the old Cavendish Laboratory.
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$24.96
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$24.96

Private | Cambridge University Tour With King's College led by University Alumni
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Learn about the secrets of Cambridge University on this private guided walking tour. Explore the colleges with a knowledgeable insider—a former student. By going on a student-guided tour, you’ll be able to ask questions about what life at Cambridge was like, and hear fascinating anecdotes. You won’t have to worry about navigating as your guide will lead the way and take you to multiple colleges, chapels, and libraries.
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$237.14
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$237.14
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Cambridge Highlights Walking Tour by Cantab Tours
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The narrow alleyways, cobblestone streets, and historic college buildings make Cambridge the perfect city to explore on foot. With this tour, save time staring at a map, and let someone else do the navigating instead. The tour showcases a shortlist of essential Cambridge sights, including the Corpus Christi Clock, King’s College, Senate House, and the Old Cavendish Library. Along the way, enjoy insightful commentary and fun facts about the city.
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$24.96
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$24.96

Private Tour of Cambridge
Designed as an introduction to Cambridge.
Take an introductory tour around the highlights of the city as you walk the historic streets, past magnificent university buildings.
This is the perfect tour for first-time visitors to Cambridge or those who are only here for a short time. See all the central, iconic sights in just 3 hours. The Corpus Clock, the Senate House and many of the beautiful central colleges including Corpus Christi, King’s, Gonville & Caius and Trinity.
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$312.02
per group
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$312.02
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University Walking Tour
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This tour is a great choice for history fans. Learn about Cambridge’s past and how it became the world-class University city it is today. Save time waiting in long visitor lines by having a ticket to the Round Church included. You’ll explore the historic church which dates back to the 12th century, before walking into the center past Cambridge University colleges. See the Senate House, the Cambridge University Press bookshop, the Cavendish Laboratory, and many of Cambridge’s most interesting sights in one day.
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$12.48
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$12.48

Private | Cambridge University Walking & Punting Tour led by University Alumni
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Avoid large group tours and opt for a more intimate alternative—a private walking tour with either a current or former student of Cambridge University. Take a walk past some of the city’s most famous colleges—such as Trinity College and King’s College—with interesting stories along the way about what student life is like at Cambridge. As well as a guided walk, this tour includes a scenic punting experience too.
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$505.48
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$505.48
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Shared Punt Tour - Cambridge
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A punting ride is an essential Cambridge experience, but driving your own punt can be much trickier than it looks. Instead, let someone else do the hard work for you with this shared punting experience. Set off on a group tour with a guide to steer and maneuver the boat. Along the way, tick off famous colleges—such as St. John’s, Trinity, and King’s—and find out interesting stories about the city.
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$49.92
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$49.92
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Guided Half Day Behind the Scenes Newmarket Tour
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This is a truly wonderful experience if you want to see what life behind the scenes in Newmarket is like. Learn all about how the town earned its status as the Home of Horseracing and find out about its fascinating history and royal connections.
This half day tour is perfect for anyone wanting to learn about the Sport of Kings or anyone who might already be a horseracing fan and wants to get closer to the action.
Our knowledgeable and entertaining guides will ensure you have a very special and memorable experience here in the UK's racing headquarters.
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$81.13
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$81.13

Varsity Cambridge Private University Led Guided Walking Tour
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BESPOKE TOURS
Tailored to your needs and objectives your private tour can be completely personalised visiting your specific places of interest. Or you may stick with our classic tour route.
You can request a private tour in the following themes:
Oxbridge Applications
LGBTQ+ History
Women’s History
Alternatively, let us know what you are looking for and we will do the rest. If you would like to personalise your private Cambridge tour, please get in touch here.
PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
A private walking tour of Cambridge is perfect for prospective students who would like to understand the application process, what to expect in the interview or have any questions about student life. The tour is led by current students & graduates who have applied or graduated successfully. Your guide helps you in any way they can to make sure you are moving forward with your application. We will also try to find a guide that has studied the same subject of your interest.
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$39.44
Price varies by group size
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$39.44
Price varies by group size

Walking Tour of Cambridge
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Historic Cambridge is so compact it can be hard to navigate using apps. Discover the perfect walking route for your group—including access to some university colleges (entrance fees may apply)—with all the benefits of your own private qualified Cambridge guide. Choose between two tours, one focused on Cambridge city center, which includes many university buildings, the second highlighting the university and a scenic riverside walk.
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$93.61
per group
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$93.61
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Decolonial Walking Tour - Run by Cambridge Students
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Our tours are academically researched and led by experts. They incorporate active discussion and ask questions about historical memory, controversial statues and objects, and the impacts of imperialism on the city and university.
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$22.47
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$22.47

Cambridge Hidden Gems: Ghosts of the Past Exploration Game
Discover the hidden gems of Cambridge by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role of famous detective Oakley Clueless, who has to solve a mystery.
As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure?
• Explore The Fitzwilliam Museum, St Botolph’s Church, Cambridge Union and lesser-known places.
• Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.
• Learn about the fascinating legend of a bridge without bolts.
• Visit the garden that was dedicated to Princess Diana.
• Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.
After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.
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$5.30
Price varies by group size
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$5.30
Price varies by group size

Cambridge Instagram Self-Guided Tour - Top Photo Spots
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Explore the popular spots for photography and Instagrammable sights in Cambridge, and take the best travel shots of the city with an immersive creative tour!
Join an influencer historian and walk through the most iconic Instagram hashtag locations, such as King’s College Gate, St Edward's Passage and The Guildhall, as well as other beautiful local secret spots.
Learn about the many hidden gems of Cambridge whilst weaving through its iconic must-visit attractions, offering a trove of photography tips for those beautiful Instagram-perfect shots as you spend an offbeat day in Cambridge!
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$6.23
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$6.23

Guided tour to Bath & Stonehenge from Cambridge
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With this guided tour, set off from Cambridge and tick off two famous sights in a day—the beautiful city of Bath and the world-renowned prehistoric monument of Stonehenge. Avoid the hassle of looking up public transport schedules, and instead, travel with a group in a comfortable vehicle. At each site, enjoy walking tours to learn about Stonehenge’s famous stone circles and the Roman remains of Bath.
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$156.01
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$156.01

Curious Cambridge - Cambridge's Most Entertaining History Tour
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Save hours reading up on the history of Cambridge, and instead, learn in an immersive and entertaining way with this history-themed walking tour. As you follow your guide around the city, learn about the Romans, the Saxons, the Vikings, and the Normans with humor and plenty of amusing stories. Along the way, pass by top sights such as Cambridge University's colleges, the Market Square, and Castle Hill.
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$23.70
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$23.70

Cambridge Electric Scooter Tour
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Save tired legs and cover more ground than a walking tour with this electric scooter tour of Cambridge. After learning how to power your scooter, set off on your adventure past Parker’s Piece, Midsummer Common, and the Round Church. The tour also passes by famous colleges—such as Queens, the University Library, the Fitzwilliam Museum, and Senate House.
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$31.20
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$31.20

Private Cambridge Punting Tour
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Cambridge is known for its University colleges and its punting scene. Combine both of these things by going on a private Cambridge punting tour, which takes you past the backs of multiple colleges, such as Magdalene, and King's. You’ll see beautiful views that can only be reached by water, and a private tour means you’ll have direct access to your chauffeur for questions about Cambridge.
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$136.04
per group
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$136.04
per group

Shared Chauffeured Punt Tour
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A shared punting experience is a cost-effective alternative to hiring a private punt for just your group, and this tour has been specially adapted to meet COVID-19 safety and sanitation measures. Get assigned a private seating area (for up to three or six travelers) on a shared punt with perspex screens to separate you from other parties. Along the way, see the backs of seven Cambridge Colleges and learn fun facts about the city.
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$59.28
per group
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$59.28
per group
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