Drift through Oxford’s iconic river scene with Alumni Tours’ student-led punting trip. Learn about local history and literary legends while enjoying a peaceful ride along the River Cherwell.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required except some light balance and standing.
Wildlife
History
Christ Church Meadows inspired Lewis Carroll’s writings and have been a site of academic leisure since the 16th century.
Conservation
Alumni Tours emphasizes low-impact boating and respects conservation efforts along the River Cherwell to protect native plant and animal life.
Alumni Tours
Drift through Oxford’s iconic river scene with Alumni Tours’ student-led punting trip. Learn about local history and literary legends while enjoying a peaceful ride along the River Cherwell.
Alumni Tours is a guided-tour provider based in Oxford, England, offering curated walking and punting experiences across Oxford and Cambridge. The company specialises in tours led by current students and university alumni, delivering firsthand insights into college life, architecture, literature and local traditions. Tours include private and shared options, family-friendly punt trips, extended punting, ghost walks, and themed walks such as Harry Potter film location tours.
Guides draw on lived experience at their universities to highlight iconic sites — from King’s College, the Mathematical Bridge and the Corpus Clock in Cambridge to Christ Church Meadows, the Botanic Gardens and the Narnia lamp-post in Oxford. Several experiences include on-board or on-route photography options and the private punting tour accommodates up to twelve guests for family celebrations or small groups. Multilingual options are offered for Spanish and Mandarin speakers on select shared and private tours.
Alumni Tours is featured on The Adventure Collective, where its experiences are presented to travellers seeking authentic, student-led perspectives. Booking options are clearly listed for private or shared departures, and many itineraries can be customised to focus on architecture, literary history, university life or cinematic connections. The provider operates from Oxford and runs tours across both university cities, emphasising knowledgeable local guides and immersive storytelling for visitors of all ages.
Tours Offered
29 experiences
Variety of Oxford and Cambridge tours
Base Location
Oxford, England
Operating from Oxford across both cities
Guides
Student & alumni
Local university-led storytelling
Languages
English, Spanish, Mandarin
Multilingual shared and private tours
Choose Oxford or Cambridge tours led by student guides, select private or shared departures, and secure photography or multilingual options when available.
Wear non-slip shoes
Punts can be slippery; sturdy footwear helps maintain balance while boarding and aboard the boat.
Bring a waterproof jacket
Weather in Oxford can change quickly—light rain is common, so stay dry and comfortable on the water.
Keep personal items secure
Punts offer limited space; use waterproof bags to protect valuables from splashes.
Arrive early to secure your spot
Tours operate on a shared booking basis; arriving early ensures a better seating position and a more relaxed experience.
Non-slip shoes
Provides stability on wet surfaces during boarding and pontoon movement.
Waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry during sudden spring showers.
spring
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Protect your skin and eyes from sun exposure on open stretches of water.
summer
Waterproof bag
Safeguards your belongings from occasional splashes or damp conditions.