London Day Tour: Cambridge and Greenwich (Cambridge Punting Cruise and Observatory Admission Included)

Itinerary details

9:00 Meet at King’s Cross railway station and depart 10:30 [Greenwich] (1-hour visit) Greenwich is one of London’s most historically significant and scientifically important areas, bearing witness to the glorious achievements of British seafaring history. The Prime Meridian is the starting point for world time and the dividing line between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres. Take a commemorative photo while standing on the meridian and enjoy the fascinating experience of having “one foot in each hemisphere.” Greenwich Park, one of London’s oldest Royal Parks, offers views of the River Thames and the City of London skyline from its viewpoint. 13:00 [University of Cambridge] (3.5-hour visit) The University of Cambridge is one of the world’s leading universities. Its more than 800-year history has produced countless scientific and literary luminaries. [King’s College]: Cambridge’s most renowned college, whose magnificent Gothic chapel is one of the city’s iconic landmarks. A stone monument inscribed with Xu Zhimo’s poem stands on the college grounds, bearing famous lines from “Saying Goodbye to Cambridge Again.” [River Cam punting]: Enjoy Cambridge’s classic activity: punt along the River Cam with a guide, take in famous sights such as the Mathematical Bridge and Bridge of Sighs, and hear the legendary stories of Cambridge. [Trinity College]: The alma mater of such great figures as Newton and Bacon. The amusing tale of the statue of Henry VIII above the college gate holding a table leg is still widely told. The Newton apple tree on the grounds is a symbol of the spirit of science. 19:00 Return to the meeting point 1. This is a shared tour. Please refer to the staff notification sent on the evening before departure for the exact time and location. Thank you for your cooperation! 2. The end time depends on traffic conditions. Please do not book flights, ferries, or other travel for the same day, as unforeseen circumstances during the tour could cause you to miss your flight, ferry, etc. 3. Tour times are for reference only. The driver may adjust the order of visits according to actual road conditions on the day, such as traffic congestion. If the meeting time changes, the tour duration will also be adjusted accordingly. All arrangements are subject to the actual conditions on the day.

Important notes

Note: All times shown on this webpage are for reference only. Actual arrival times may be delayed due to circumstances beyond our control, such as weather, traffic congestion, traffic accidents, festivals or sporting events, civil unrest, or strikes. We appreciate your understanding. If you have onward travel plans involving other transportation to another city, we strongly recommend allowing at least 3 hours of extra time to avoid inconvenience caused by delays. Our company accepts no responsibility for losses arising from travel arrangements you make yourself without allowing sufficient extra time. Thank you for your understanding.

Meals

Breakfast: at your own expense Lunch: at your own expense Dinner: at your own expense

Attraction details

Royal Observatory Greenwich

Royal Observatory Greenwich

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The Royal Observatory, Greenwich, is a combined observatory built in 1675 by King Charles II of England in Greenwich, London. It is located on a hill in Greenwich Park overlooking the River Thames. The Shepherd Gate Clock outside the observatory entrance is an early electric clock. The ground in the observatory courtyard is also marked with the Prime Meridian, the dividing line between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres.

University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge

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The University of Cambridge is a world-leading research university located in Cambridge, UK. Founded in 1209, it is also the second-oldest university in the English-speaking world. One of the world's most distinguished universities, Cambridge is a collegiate university comprising 31 colleges, while its academic departments are organized into six main academic schools. It belongs to numerous academic alliances and is one of the UK's prestigious Golden Triangle universities. It has produced more Nobel laureates than any other higher education institution, with 90 Nobel laureates having studied or worked at Cambridge.