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Martha's Vineyard Daytrip from Boston with Round-Trip Ferry & Island Tour Option

Martha's Vineyard Daytrip from Boston with Round-Trip Ferry & Island Tour Option

Overview

Don't be fooled by copycats. We are Boston's ORIGINAL Martha's Vineyard day trip and Boston's #1 day trip service to the island since 2011. 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!

City: Boston

Sun 29 Sep

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Starting at $115.00

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Sun 29 Sep

Starting at $115.00

Make a reservation

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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

15-minute stop to view the Gay Head Cliffs in Aquinnah (Island Tour option)

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided Boston Hotel Pick-Up Locations: Boston Harbor Hotel, Colonnade, DoubleTree by Hilton Boston (Washington Street), Fairmont Copley Plaza, Hilton Back Bay, Hilton Boston Downtown (Financial District), Hyatt Regency Boston, Intercontinental Boston, Liberty Hotel, Loews Hotel, 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, Wyndham Beacon Hill
Please note: PICKUPS ARE ONLY PROVIDED AT HOTELS THAT ARE ON THE LIST.
New England Trips follows all State and Federal guidelines regarding Covid-19.

What To Expect

Island Queen Ferry

Once in Falmouth, you'll be dropped off at the Island Queen Dock where you'll board the passenger ferry. Your ferry ticket is included so you won't have to wait in line at the dock. Relax on a short 35-minute mini-cruise as you sail across the sparkling waters off the coast of Massachusetts.

Oak Bluffs Town Beach

You will arrive at the island of Martha's Vineyard around 9:30am. You will then have approximately six hours to explore Martha's Vineyard on your own. Your bus driver will be happy to provide you with more information and maps of the area should you wish to book additional activities.

Gay Head Light (Aquinnah Light)

Upgrade to a 3-hour narrated island tour to get an initial overview of the island. On the tour you will have a 15-20-minute stop at the Gay Head cliffs in scenic Aquinnah, where the first lighthouse was built.

Aquinnah Cliffs

Gay Head

Edgartown Lighthouse

Next, you'll pass through the beautiful historic village of Edgartown. Along the way, enjoy the commentary from your professional tour guides as they share their knowledge of the island's history and present-day events. You will then have approximately 2.5 hours to explore Martha’s Vineyard on your own.

Martha's Vineyard Camp meeting Association (MVCMA)

Upon completion of your day on the Island, you will board the ferry which departs at 3:45pm for a relaxing sail back to Falmouth, where the shuttle will be waiting to complete the final leg of your unforgettable day trip experience. A light snack and water will be provided on your trip back to Boston.

South Beach

Free time to explore Martha's Vineyard on your own.

Flying Horses Carousel

Free time to explore Martha's Vineyard on your own.

The Steamship Authority

Please note: For departures from April 2-May 26 and October 11-October 30, ferry service will be provided by The Steamship Authority. For departure from May 27-October 10, ferry service will be provided by Island Queen Ferry. Ferry schedules and locations may vary slightly. Times will be advised during reconfirmation.

The Steamship Authority - Martha's Vineyard

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (1000)

Steven_H

May 2021

Nice relaxing day trip. Good to see other parts of New England! Kevin & Tom were great! Very knowledgeable!

Response from Host

May 2021

Thank you for this very nice 5 star review of Boston's ORIGINAL Martha's Vineyard day trip. I am glad that you enjoyed your day. Both Tom and Kevin help make our New England day trips such a special experience! Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

JENNY_K

May 2021

When we got off the ferry, we stopped to use the restroom as the one on the ferry was out of order. We then immediately went to look for our shuttle for the 3 hour tour and the shuttle had already left us! Luckily there was a lady standing there who worked for another tour company who could help us contact the owner of our original shuttle. We were not able to get on our original shuttle, but offered a ticket for a 2.5 hour bus tour.

Response from Host

May 2021

Hello and thank you for the review. I do apologize for our tour bus leaving. It is always best to check in with the guide to let him know that you are there. (our guides mention that on the way to the ferry as well) You need to remember that this is a shared group and not a private tour. Tom waited 15 minutes for your party with 17 other guests already onboard. He did not see anyone in sight as the ferry had emptied and everyone had already dispersed. As soon as we were made aware of the situation which was 22 minutes after the ferry docked, we did our best to get you onboard a tour so that you could see the island. Once again, my apologies. Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Robert_F

May 2021

Kevin pointed out points of interest while driving from Boston to Cape Cod where we caught the ferry to Martha's Vineyard. The ferry ride was very smooth. The need to go upstairs and then downstairs to disembark from the ferry was annoying--it would be best to ride on the top level--weather permitting. Once we reached Martha's Vineyard we took the 3 hour tour and Tom was our guide. He has lived on the island his entire life and is very knowledgeable about the island, who lives there, and what happens throughout the year. His and his wife's families have lived on the island for hundreds of years on the same land. Since the towns are rather small, the 20-25 minute stops were adequate. Tom was able to answer all of our questions and provide a resident's perspective regarding life on the Island.

Response from Host

May 2021

Thank you for taking the time to write this 5 Star Review of our Martha's Vineyard day trip. I am very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time with both Kevin and Tom. They are both great at what they do. Sorry about the ferry, as this is out of our control. We do switch over to a different ferry service from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend. Going up and down the stairs is not necessary on our summer ferry service. Thank you again for choosing to spend a day with us! Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.