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Private | Oxford University Punting Tour
Oxford, England
- 30 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy the iconic Oxford experience of punting on the River Cherwell, without having to do all the hard work, with this private tour led by an Oxford University student. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the views of key landmarks, colleges, and literary inspirations, as you glide along the River Cherwell, with your student guide directing the punt.
- Private chauffeured punting experience on the River Cherwell
- Relax while your guide does all the punting work
- Easy way to enjoy an iconic Oxford experience
- See key landmarks and colleges from the water
What's Included
- Chauffeured Punting Tour
- An explanation of famous Oxford history
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Oxford PuntingMagdalen Bridge Boathouse, High St, Oxford OX1 4AU, UK
Meet the boat manager at the boat house to start your tour.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
River Cherwell (Pass By)
University of Oxford Botanic Garden (Pass By)
Magdalen College (Pass By)
Christ Church (Pass By)
St. Hilda's College (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Operated by Oxford Alumni Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Christine_Y, May 2024
Highly recommend the chauffeured tour— punting looks easy but that’s because the gents are trained! Our guide Leo was delightful. Saw many a family struggling to go against the current, but we thoroughly enjoyed our very smooth tour.
Kajal_D, Mar 2024
It would have been a 15 min ride as opposed to the promised 30 min. had I not asked Daniel to take me further on a right turn of the river. I was there just before Easter. It was down a very narrow part of river Cherwell and not Thames. A quiet short solo ride with people peering in and clicking pictures all the way ( college premises on either side). Expected more out of the £40 I paid. Daniel is a lovely n friendly person.
Eli_B, Oct 2023
Our guide, Jack, was outstanding! We unknowingly booked our tour for matriculation day when every freshman also wanted to go punting as part of the tradition. He expertly guided us around the less skilled "freshers" and regaled us with stories of the colleges and life in Oxford. We had a wonderful time!
Monica_W, Oct 2023
We were excited to punt in Oxford and Joe was a great guide!! Very knowledgeable and let us direct the conversation. He seemed like a pretty brilliant young man- he made the experience wonderful for us!!
Dominc_L, Sep 2023
Good and friendly service and is recommended to those who want to experience this canal tour within this period of time
Nikki_S, Sep 2023
Brilliant tour along the river with the fabulous Alex as our punter. He was very polite and knowledgeable.
Thank you Alex
KIMBERLY_M, Jul 2023
Well worth it for a chauffeured punt. Lovely host/punter, nice relaxing ride. Easy to find, the scariest part is stepping on to the boat 😂 if you’re a chicken like me. They’re very secure, it was just me being skittish. Wonderful Oxford activity for a quick 30 mins.
Marcus_F, Jun 2023
Not worth it. It's way cheaper there then this package and also gives you more flexibility. Check out their website.
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