Weekend excursions

Make unforgettable memories

Make the most of your International Summer Programme with our weekend excursions. Designed to help you experience the very best of Cambridge. This year, we’re putting the spotlight on the city itself. Join a walking tour to explore the historic centre of Cambridge, wander through the stunning Cambridge University Botanic Garden or enjoy a classic punting trip along the River Cam.

Cambridge walking tours (Sunday afternoons)

Start your stay in Cambridge with a guided tour from See Cambridge Differently. These tours are the perfect way to get your bearings and immerse yourself in the city. Stroll through charming streets, uncover iconic landmarks, and hear captivating stories that bring Cambridge’s rich history to life.

Cambridge Spies Tour - Saturday 18 July (morning)

You've probably heard of the infamous Burgess, Philby and Maclean, but there is a lot more to the murky world of Cambridge espionage.

Literary Cambridge Tour - Saturday 18 July (afternoon)

Cambridge University has a great literary heritage. Famous Cambridge literary alumni include Wordsworth, Tennyson, Byron, Grey, Nabokov, Virginia Woolf and Ted Hughes. 

These specialist tours will take you on a fascinating journey through the Colleges, streets and pubs of historic Cambridge. 

Cambridge University Botanic Garden - Saturday 25 July (morning)

Discover the extraordinary world of plants at Cambridge University Botanic Garden - a vibrant living collection of more than 8,000 species gathered from every corner of the world. Wander through stunning landscapes and experience the breath-taking diversity of the plant kingdom.

River Cam Punting - Saturday 1 August (morning)

Enjoy a relaxing River Cam punting tour - the most iconic way to experience Cambridge, where stunning architecture and centuries of academic heritage unfold around every bend.

Get ready to explore, discover, and make unforgettable summer memories.