30 minutes
E-voucher
English
Overview
Punting is an iconic Oxford activity. Enjoy the experience, without having to do all the punting work, with small-group guided tour. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the views as you glide along the River Cherwell, as your student guide directs the punt. Pass by key landmarks, colleges, and literary inspirations.
Operated by
Oxford Alumni Tours
Ratings & Reviews
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Grace is the best
andreadF1846XE, Jul 2025
Grace has been very kind, friendly and prepared. It’s been a very pleasant visit. She’s shown us Oxford’s colleges in a very clear way. Thank you so much.
You really have to.
cebollito_ahuacatlan, Apr 2025
Excellent tour of the Old Town, Oxford schools and sights. Isabel our guide was very clear and eloquent in her account. Highly recommended this private tour, the value for money corresponds.
Best tour of Oxford, taught by a student
Rocio N, Apr 2025
The most complete tour of the city was given to us by a student of the university, Isabel introduced us to the highlights of the university, luxury tour, very serious company, and formal.
Excellent tour
Dilveer_P, Feb 2025
This is a great tour. Just the right length. We had a lovely, smiling and engaging guide called Percy. He was so funny and sweet. It was lovely to be guided by him.
Itinerary
River Cherwell
Make your own way to Magdalen Bridge Boathouse, where a manager will meet you and direct you to the departure point for your punting tour!
10 minutesAdmission IncludedRiver Cherwell
See famous sites of literary inspiration as you glide along the River Cherwell. Set off from the boathouse & visit Oxford’s famous Botanic Gardens, Magdalen College School fields, Christ Church Meadows, & St Hilda’s College gardens.
University of Oxford Botanic Garden
Start your relaxing trip by being chauffeured past the UK’s oldest botanic garden, with the dreaming spires of Oxford peeking over the trees.
Christ Church Meadow
Continue your peaceful trip through the nature of Oxford by passing Christ Church Meadow, a large area owned by the College which allows access to many of the cities boathouses.
St. Hilda's College
One of several extensive College Gardens, St Hilda’s boasts rich wildlife and seasonal colour year-round, perfect to appreciate on your serene trip along the River Cherwell!
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Chauffeured Punting Tour
- An explanation of famous Oxford history.
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Refreshments
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchairs and strollers can be left at the punting station and retrieved at the end of the tour.
- In autumn and winter, Oxford’s rivers can experience high or low water levels. Tours may be cancelled in such cases, with a refund or alternative option provided. These conditions are beyond our control.
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.