Oxford University Walking & Punting Tour by Alumni™ & New College
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Overview
This tour offers something few others do: the chance to experience Oxford both on foot and from the water, all in one visit. Enjoy a full Oxford experience by combining our 90-minute student- or graduate-led college walking tour with a 30-minute chauffeured punting tour—a perfect way to take in the city’s history and beauty. The tour is outdoors. If selected when booking, AFTER THE WALKING TOUR ENDS, your experience can be enriched with a self-guided visit to New College, one of the university’s most historic and picturesque colleges. Then, without needing to plan a separate activity, you’ll step into a traditional punt and be taken along Oxford’s quieter, greener side. As you glide past the Botanic Gardens, Christ Church Meadows, and the banks where Lewis Carroll once walked, you’ll see a view of the city that most walking tours simply don’t reach. It’s a well-balanced way to enjoy both Oxford’s rich academic tradition and its peaceful riverside setting—all in a single experience.
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (6) Options Available
Option(s)
English tour
Punting TourDuration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Spanish tour
Punting Tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISHDuration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Mandarin tour
Punting Tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISHDuration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Starting from
$62
Option(s)
Spanish tour with New College
Punting tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISHDuration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Punting will take place after the visit to New College, three hours after the start of the walking tour.New College access: The college self-guided visit takes place at the end of the tour. Access requires a short walk to the gate on Holywell St.
English tour with New College
Punting TourDuration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Punting will take place after the visit to New College, approximately three hours after the start of the walking tour.New College access: The college self-guided visit takes place at the end of the tour. Access requires a short walk to the gate on Holywell St.
Mandarin tour with New College
Punting tour: PUNTING TOUR IN ENGLISHDuration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Punting will take place after the visit to New College, three hours after the start of the walking tour.New College access: The college self-guided visit takes place at the end of the tour. Access requires a short walk to the gate on Holywell St.
Starting from
$89.56
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Exceptional access to interiors (WHEN ACCESSIBLE)
- Oxford University Student or Graduate Guide
- Enjoy a chauffeured punting tour along the River Cherwell
- Learn about the Oxbridge application process from a student
- Learn about Oxford history and anecdotes
- Gain an insight into student life at an elite university
- Enter New College (WHEN YOU BOOK THIS OPTION)
What's not Included
- Gratuities
- Indoor access to structures unless booked in advance
- Refreshments
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ##IMPORTANT: Before booking New College, please note the following timings: Spring/Summer 2025 (10th March to 14th October): Open daily from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm Last entry at 4:30 pm All visitors must leave the premises by 5:00 pm If you have any doubts or questions, feel free to contact us.
- New College is generally 10 to 15 minutes away from the tour’s end point. Please keep this in mind before booking.
- Wheelchair users are welcome on the tour. Please note that one small area is inaccessible, though it only accounts for a few minutes of the route. Some parts of New College may also be difficult to access. We advise caution due to uneven surfaces, curbs, and potential trip hazards. Please also be mindful of vehicles and bicycles, particularly in busy areas.
- 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.
- Not recommended for travellers who cannot complete a 90-minute walk
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