Romantic Punting Tour

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Nicola E 
 
29 October 2026
 
 
  
We had Jack, he was well spoken and very knowledgeable and also very nice.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Kelvin Chang 
 
27 October 2026
 
 
  
Great experience- Cheng was fantastic as a guide!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Femi Awotesu 
 
26 October 2026
 
 
  
This was second visit to go punting on the River Cam. We had a superb chauffeur and guide who was a Cambridge alumnus. The weather was perfect and we had a wonderful time gliding down the Cam and under the various bridges.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mark Reeve 
 
25 October 2026
 
 
  
We can definitely recommend Rutherfords…..the punts were really comfortable and well equipped with cushions, blankets and even umbrellas just in case. The best we saw on the river in fact!

Rich was our punter and he was very friendly and knowledgeable about the colleges and bridges we passed on the 50 minute tour, sharing lots of facts along the way.

A really good way to see parts of Cambridge you wouldn’t otherwise see!

Would recommend booking online in advance if you can as you will get a better price than on the day.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 maddie white 
 
20 October 2026
 
 
  
the best part of my visit to cambridge! such an informative tour guide that gave us facts about everything, and the nicest boat out of all the other companies, with umbrellas, blankets and tables!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Richard Davies 
 
20 October 2026
 
 
  
Great experience, great history facts and a really fun 50 minutes on the river
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 sibi thomas 
 
20 October 2026
 
 
  
We had a wonderful experience punting in Cambridge with Rutherford Punting. Max was our tour guide, and he was excellent! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging, making the whole trip enjoyable. His explanations and interesting stories added so much to the experience. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend Rutherford Punting, especially with Max as your guide. Thank you for such a lovely experience!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Hope 
 
20 October 2026
 
 
  
This was a fantastic tour.  Our guide was very knowledgeable (and funny), providing the history of the university, information about noteworthy people who've attended the various colleges, as well as discussing student pranks and what it's like to be a student at Cambridge.  The bridges and campus buildings are absolutely beautiful and this tour provides a different perspective that you don't get from walking the streets.  Highly recommend!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Angela Nutton 
 
20 October 2026
 
 
  
We had a lovely time on our Punting Tour of Cambridge.  Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining - sharing insights and stories that we appreciated and  thoroughly enjoyed!  We would highly recommend this tour.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 xiaolu hou 
 
19 October 2026
 
 
  
Excellent! reasonable price and good service!
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Experience the quintessential activity for Cambridge lovers when you book a romantic punting tour of the College Backs.

Your private tour guide will be waiting to lead you on a one-of-a-kind experience, exploring the magical history and splendour of our beautiful city. You will discover the stunning riverside Colleges, beautiful bridges, and sublime private gardens, as you glide along the famed Cambridge Backs, from the comfort of a private punt, which is much more relaxing and personal than being on a shared punting tour. 

Enjoy the romance of the River Cam together as you create new memories on this 45-minute tour.

Your boat will be dressed in cosy blankets and cushions. Customise your tour with the choice of flower petals and champagne for the perfect romantic touch. Simply select your desired features in the add-ons section of our booking portal.

This tour is the perfect fit for couples celebrating an anniversary, and we also recommend it to any who wish to celebrate their love on a date or those looking to create lasting memories together as they visit the city.

Romantic Punting Tour Information

Your tour will take you through one mile of the most beautiful riversides in England. You’ll see elegant bridges, sublime buildings, famous bridges and spectacular buildings.

You’re welcome to bring something to eat to take on your tour. All our punts have little tables for your use on the tour and raised seats for your comfort, aiming to create the best experience. Please call us at 01223 322200 for special requests and last-minute appointments, and we will try our best to accommodate you.

Where To Go

Check-in with our crew at our Bookings Desk, which is just a short stroll along the boardwalk from Quayside or up from our Jesus Green Moorings.

Our boats and employees dress appropriately for the weather on the day. On hot days, your guide will wear a waistcoat or shirt, and perhaps braces. Our boats are decked out with cushions and blankets, and on your romantic excursion, there are petals in the boat. During the cooler months of the year, your guide will wear a professional coat, and your boat will also carry additional blankets, umbrellas, and hot water bottles in case the weather changes.

What to do if you’re running late? Your booking will be held for you for 5 minutes, after this point it wouldn’t be possible to go on the tour as this would mean missing our later bookings. Please call us the moment with delays to your schedule as soon as you know and we’ll try to rearrange timings for you.