Discover the rich history and famous alumni of Cambridge University on a private walking tour. Explore the city’s bookshops, cafes, and scenic parks while learning about luminaries like Stephen Hawking and Isaac Newton.
Discover the rich history and famous alumni of Cambridge University on a private walking tour. Explore the city’s bookshops, cafes, and scenic parks while learning about luminaries like Stephen Hawking and Isaac Newton.
- Cambridge - Cambridge is a beautiful medieval university city, situated on the River Cam in eastern England. The city dates back to 875, and the university was founded in 1209, making it the second-oldest university in England and one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world. \n\nLearn how Cambridge as a city and Cambridge…
- Cambridge - Cambridge is a beautiful medieval university city, situated on the River Cam in eastern England. The city dates back to 875, and the university was founded in 1209, making it the second-oldest university in England and one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world. \n\nLearn how Cambridge as a city and Cambridge University developed through the Middle Ages as a rival to Oxford at Cambridge Market Square.\n\nEnd your private tour with a well-deserved drink on us, at one of the historic local pubs in Cambridge.
- Admission to King’s College Chapel included
- Private, professional English-speaking guide
- Complimentary drink at a historic Cambridge pub
- Ample photo opportunities
- Admission to King’s College Chapel included
- Private, professional English-speaking guide
- Complimentary drink at a historic Cambridge pub
- Ample photo opportunities
- Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to make recommendations along the way
- Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
- Transportation throughout experience
- Gratuities
- Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to make recommendations along the way
- Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
- Transportation throughout experience
- Gratuities
Cambridge University came to be thanks to Oxford scholars seeking refuge from the town/gown disputes in the 1300s. The universities have a long history of good-natured (and sometimes not so good-natured!) competition, with the annual Boat Race on the River Thames being the most notable manifestation of this. These two, the oldest institutions of higher…
Cambridge University came to be thanks to Oxford scholars seeking refuge from the town/gown disputes in the 1300s. The universities have a long history of good-natured (and sometimes not so good-natured!) competition, with the annual Boat Race on the River Thames being the most notable manifestation of this. These two, the oldest institutions of higher learning in England, are frequently referred to as ‘Oxbridge’.
At present, the cosmopolitan city of Cambridge is home to a wealth of bookstores, coffee shops, pubs, live entertainment spots, art galleries, museums, and beautiful riverside parks. The shores of the River Cam make for wonderful summertime destinations.
On this exclusive walking tour of this globally renowned city, your guide will introduce you to the multifaceted history and stories of Cambridge and its famous graduates, including the likes of Stephen Hawking, Charles Darwin, Isaac Newton, and numerous prime ministers.
Savor the unique, archaic yet lively ambiance - and don’t forget to relax with a pint in a historic local pub when you’re finished.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
