Why choose this Cambridge tour ?
Our guides, Cambridge alumni or students, blend personal experiences with a passion for the city’s history and architecture. Our 90-minute tour covers highlights like the Corpus Clock, the Eagle Pub, the Old Cavendish Laboratory, Queens’ College and the Mathematical Bridge, King’s College from the Backs, Trinity College, Trinity Hall and St. John’s College, Gonville and Caius, the Senate House.
Take a fascinating walk through Cambridge, where history comes alive. Be inspired by the colleges of Alan Turing, Lord Byron, Isaac Newton, and Stephen Hawking while admiring stunning Gothic and Baroque architecture. Marvel at a thousand-year-old Anglo-Saxon church tower and a contemporary (and controversial) clock that doesn’t even tell the time properly. Cambridge is a city full of inspiring, baffling, and downright outrageous stories waiting to be told.
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What makes Cambridge | Alumni-Led Walking Tour w/opt Kings College Entry a unique experience ?
Meet your Alumni Guide outside King’s College, on King’s Parade. They will be wearing a blue hat with the Alumni Tours logo on (or other item of Alumni Tours uniform), and will check you in for your tour
Learn about the fascinating story behind the design of this famous clock, noticing the details than an uninformed observer could easily miss!
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
Hear about the reason why this is Queens’ College rather than Queen’s, and discover the myths that abound about the nearby Mathematical Bridge
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
Home of some of the most famous Alumni, hear a student’s take on the rivalry between Trinity and St John’s!
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.
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.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour includes a 1.5-hour walk at a moderate pace, requiring basic fitness for light activity. Wear comfortable, supportive shoes and dress appropriately for potentially bad weather and muddy terrain
- Wheelchair users are welcome. Be cautious of uneven surfaces, curbs, and potential trip hazards. Be aware of vehicles and bicycles, particularly in busy areas
- Protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated, especially in warm weather. – Follow the tour guide’s instructions and adhere to safety warnings. Inform the tour guide immediately if you feel unwell or notice any safety concerns
- Follow local health and safety regulations, including COVID-19 guidelines
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Cambridge | Alumni-Led Walking Tour w/opt Kings College Entry Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Enter King’s College Chapel and grounds (IMPORTANT: make sure you have booked the option)
- See famous landmarks like the Cavendish Laboratory where over 20 Nobel Prizes were awarded
- Learn about famous alumni who have studied at the University of Cambridge
- Enjoy a 90-minute College Walking Tour led by University of Cambridge Alumni/Students
- Wheelchairs and strollers are allowed on the tour
- This walking tours takes place outdoors. Indoor access to structures is not included unless booked
- Pets are allowed on the tour but not inside the colleges, except for guide dogs
- Unplanned and unscheduled breaks, such as bathroom stops
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Cambridge Alumni Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 1840 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Departure Point for your Walking Tour:
The starting point for your walking tour is the entrance of King’s College on King’s Parade and your guide will be wearing a royal blue uniform ie a royal blue jacket, cap, beanie, or polo shirt. Please arrive 5 minutes early.
Meeting Point: Entrance of King’s College on King’s Parade. Look for your guide in a royal blue uniform. Arrive 5 minutes early.
Tour Details:
– Duration: 1.5 hours; basic fitness required.
– Wheelchair accessible. For punting, the wheelchair and buggies must be left at the station.
– Wear suitable clothing for potentially muddy terrain and bad weather.
– Only in the college premises, no pets are allowed (guide dogs exempt).
– No scheduled breaks; use the restroom before starting.
– Guides are Cambridge students with clear English, but different accents.
– Select the “King’s College option” if you want to include the King’s College Chapel in your tour; it’s not included with the standard ticket.
Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Full refund for cancellations made 24 hours or more in advance.
No refunds for late arrivals or no-shows due to traffic or delays. Arrive at least 5 minutes early.
No refunds for cancellations due to reasons beyond our control.
