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Punting Tours with Scholars Punting Cambridge

Scholars provide a first-class Cambridge punting experience.

Your say in Cambridge isn’t complete without a punting tour from Scholars Punting Cambridge.

During the punting tour your chauffeur will give you an entertaining commentary detailing the rich history of the famous colleges and Cambridge landmarks.

Each of our punting tours take in the magnificent riverside colleges and bridges

The punting tour is a return trip starting and finishing at our pontoon on Thompson Lane, Jesus Green, covering two kilometres,
lasting around 45 minutes.

Why Choose us?

Tradition

All our boats are built in-house using traditional woodworking techniques. The boats look great just like our chauffeurs who wear a traditional uniform, so expect wax jackets, cricket jumpers, waistcoats & boat shoes.

Comfort

All our boats feature raised seating which is angled to stop you from sliding down the seat. It also offers additional legroom. In addition, we offer cushions and blankets as standard.

Check our shared punting tours.

Check our private punting tours.

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Scholars private tours

Scholars Punting Cambridge provides chauffeured punting tours and self-drive through seven of the most prestigious colleges of Cambridge University. PPE is worn where appropriate, the boats are cleaned between group's. Shared tours are limited to a maximum of one party per row. We have screens which separate close seating under one meter.

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Peruse our other outstanding tours

Picnic Punting Tours

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Group tours

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Schools and Nursery

Punting in Cambridge is an excity treat for both pupils and staff. The history is fun and educational

Hen Party Punting in Cambridge

A wonderful time

Corporate Punting on the River Cam

Punting is a great way to impress your clients with an unusual meeting venue, equally it can be a nice way to entertain staff after work

Shared Tours

often the most cost effective. The boat is currently divided into rows of three seats with a social distancing screen. Its best to book in advance because you can save around 35%.

Romantic Evening Punt Tour

The Romantic Punt Tour can be for a first date, or a long married couple. Its an ideal way to share a romantic expirience with your loved one

Private Punting Tour in Cambridge

With our private tours we offer you the luxury of a whole boat to yourself. Romance, business, birthday or wedding. Whatever the occasion, let Scholars Punting Cambridge make the occasion special

Proposal Tour

Punting in Cambridge is a very romantic way to propose to your loved one, have a read and see how we make it extra special

Mother’s Day

A punt trip on the Cam is a great activity to spend with you dear old mum

Vouchers available

Use voucher code SPRING for 10% off

Valid until 28/03/2024

Scholars Punting Co.

We pride ourselves on a warm, friendly service, offering chauffeured punting tours to meet individual needs and requirements. We offer excellent Cambridge punting deals on shared or private tours of the famous 'Backs' - the historic University of Cambridge colleges that align the river

All our punts are equipped with warm blankets and umbrellas, so rest assured you'll be comfortable come rain or shine. We also offer tours in a number of languages, so please let us know your preference and we'll make every effort to ensure your tour is extra special.

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