Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

In Boston, Massachusetts

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Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour
We are proud to offer Boston's ORIGINAL Martha's Vineyard Day trip. Since 2011 we have been Boston's #1 day trip service to the island. Our professional guides, approved Boston Hotel pickups and newer air-conditioned mini-coaches will help provide you with the personalized passenger experience that our guests truly deserve. Transportation to the island has never been this easy! You will also receive complimentary snacks, bottled water, island guidebooks and a discount card with some island perks! Once on the island, explore on your own or upgrade with our 3 hour fully narrated island tour. Let us help you Discover Martha's Vineyard!
Free cancellation Pickup included

What's included

  • Round-Trip Transportation on our Air-Conditioned 24 passenger Mini-Coach Bus
  • Scenic 35-45 min ferry cruise from Cape Cod to Oak Bluffs or Vineyard Haven (based on travel date)
  • Complimentary Bottled Water, Snacks and Island Guidebooks
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off included at select Boston hotels
  • 5.5 to 6 hours total time on the island (depending upon time of year)
  • Drive through charming downtown Falmouth and along the Cape Cod Canal on the way to the ferry
  • Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day-Trip Excursion
  • See all 6 Martha's Vineyard Towns during your island tour (MUST PURCHASE Island Tour option)
  • 15-minute stop to view the Gay Head Cliffs in Aquinnah (MUST PURCHASE Island Tour option)
  • 50-minute stop to explore downtown Edgartown at your leisure (MUST PURCHASE Island Tour option)
  • 3-Hour Narrated Martha's Vineyard 44 passenger Bus Tour (MUST PURCHASE Island Tour option)
  • Narration during Mini Coach Bus Ride

What's not included

  • GRATUITIES
  • Meals (dining options available on Martha's Vineyard)

Itinerary

  1. Tour through Downtown Boston with narration as your guide makes their morning hotel pickups. (15 min)
  2. Enjoy the scenic views as you travel over the World's widest sea level canal. Our own Cape Cod Canal!
  3. Travel through the charming Town of Falmouth, Cape Cod on the way to the ferry.
  4. See beautiful Falmouth Harbor as you are dropped off at the Island Queen Ferry. Enjoy Cape Cod's most pleasurable passenger ferry experience during your 35 minute sail to Martha's Vineyard. (35 min) Admission included
  5. Enjoy your sail through Nantucket Sound while en route to Martha's Vineyard. (35 min)
  6. You will arrive in the beautiful town of Oak Bluffs at 935am during our summer months. If you do not purchase our 3 hour tour, you may spend as much time as you wish in this town. (15 min)
  7. This is a must-see during any visit to Martha's Vineyard. Over 300 beautifully decorated gingerbread cottages. Explore and take as many pictures as you wish. (1h 0min)
  8. Another must-see in Oak Bluffs. The Flying Horses Carousel is the oldest continuously operating carousel in the country (since 1884). (15 min)
  9. While taking our 3 hour island tour (or spending the day on your own) be sure to visit this charming town. (50 min)
  10. While on our 3 hour island tour you will stop and view the Gay Head Cliffs and lighthouse. SIMPLY AMAZING!!!! (15 min)
  11. This stop is seasonal for us as it is only done when we use the Steamship Authority Ferry Service. Usually both early Spring and late October. (10 min)
  12. This Ferry service is one of the ferries that we use for our day trip to Martha's Vineyard. Usually it is in April/May and late October. (1h 0min) Admission included

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
*For those who do not require hotel pick-up, please meet at the  Marriott Long Wharf Hotel main entrance (must be confirmed as your pickup location). Boston Marriott Long Wharf, 296 State St, Boston, MA 02109, USA
End point
*For those who do not require hotel pick-up, please meet at the  Marriott Long Wharf Hotel main entrance (must be confirmed as your pickup location). Boston Marriott Long Wharf, 296 State St, Boston, MA 02109, USA

Practical information

Operated by
New England Trips Inc.
Max group size
24 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Provided Boston Hotel Pick-Up Locations: AKA Back Bay Hotel, Boston Harbor Hotel (MUST BE A HOTEL GUEST), Colonnade, Dagny Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Boston (Washington Street), Fairmont Copley Plaza, Hilton Back Bay, Hyatt Regency Avenue de Lafayette, Intercontinental Boston, Marriott Copley, Marriott Long Wharf, Millennium Bostonian Hotel, Omni Parker House, Park Plaza Hotel, Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel, Revere Hotel, Seaport Hotel, Sheraton Boston Hotel, W Hotel, Westin Boston Waterfront
  • Please note: PICKUPS ARE ONLY PROVIDED AT HOTELS THAT ARE ON THE LIST.
  • Priority seating is available upon request
  • There is walking involved on this day trip

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 12 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.