Welcome to Cambridge: Private Tour including King's College Chapel
Overview
Cambridge University was founded by Oxford scholars who escaped the town/gown riots in the 13th century, and the two universities have enjoyed a friendly (sometimes not so friendly!) rivalry for many centuries. The most famous example of this is the annual Boat Race along the River Thames. As England’s two most ancient universities, they are often called ‘Oxbridge’.
Today the ‘modern’ city of Cambridge has a rich array of bookshops, cafes, pubs, live music venues, galleries, museums and scenic riverside parks. The banks of the River Cam are fabulous places for the summer months.
On this private walking tour through this world-famous city, your guide will help you uncover the many layers and stories of both Cambridge and its alumni including luminaries such as Stephen Hawking, Charles Darwin, Isaac Newton, and several prime ministers.
Enjoy the quaint, antiquated yet vibrant atmosphere – and enjoy stopping off for a pint at a local, historic tavern afterwards.
What's Included
- King's College Chapel admission tickets
- 1 drink per person at a historic Cambridge pub
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
- 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
Meeting Location
Cambridge CB2
UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Cambridge
UK
Your tour ends at a pub along the route (likely in the historic harbour area), and your guide will assist with advising you on your journey.
What To Expect
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free
St. John's College
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
King's College Chapel
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Silver Street Bridge
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- King's College Chapel admission tickets.
- 1 drink per person at a historic Cambridge pub.
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places.
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group.
- 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.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Welcome to Cambridge: Private Tour including King's College Chapel is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Welcome to Cambridge: Private Tour including King’s College Chapel will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- King's College Chapel admission tickets
- 1 drink per person at a historic Cambridge pub
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
- 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
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
