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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)

juliehX4184NZ

Oct 2020

We had a fantastic time on this trip! I will say there is a lot of driving involved, so if that’s not your thing you may not enjoy it as much. For us, after 2.5 days of walking all over Boston and Salem, we needed some down time but still wanted to get out and see things, so this was perfect! I love that we were picked up and dropped off right at our hotel. Easy peasy! Then we had a pit stop at McDonald’s for breakfast. On to Cape Cod to catch the ferry. We had about 30 minutes to walk around before the ferry headed to Martha’s Vineyard. It was about 40 minutes to get there. We did opt for the 3 hour island tour, which I always enjoy. It’s fun to hear all of the info the tour guide shares. And we got to see so much more of the island than we’d see on our own. Once that was done, we had a few hours to get lunch and do some more exploring. Back to the ferry and the long drive home. We definitely had a great day seeing Martha’s Vineyard! I would even do the same tour again :)

Response from Host

Oct 2020

Thank you for taking the time to write this FANTASTIC 5 Star Review! I am happy to hear that you had such a wonderful and relaxing day! There certainly is a bit of travel involved to get to Martha's Vineyard from Boston but we believe that it is well worth the journey. Our guides do a great job of making the bus part of the trip both informative and fun. Tom on the island is also in a class of his own when it comes to island knowledge. Thank you again for the review and hopefully we'll see you again on another New England Trip! Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Key

Oct 2020

Great trip! Kevin is an amazing driver. He took us from Boston to Falmouth and back. Tom was our guide. He knows about this island so much! A lot of interesting facts. Three hours flew by. I was a little bit nervous about the ferry ride, but it turned out to be very smooth.

Response from Host

Oct 2020

Thank you for taking the time to write this AMAZING 5 Star Review! Kevin and Tom are both fabulous guides and I am not surprised to hear that you enjoyed your time spent with each of them. Having been born and raised on the island, Tom certainly has many stories to share. Thank you for choosing to spend a day with us! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Sheri_S

Oct 2020

Highly recommend. Our tour guide Tommy was a native and shared so much insight. Shared this entire beautiful island with us

Response from Host

Oct 2020

Thank you for this PERFECT 5 Star Review! Martha's Vineyard truly is a beautiful Island and and a special part of New England. I am glad that you enjoyed Tom's tour. Your HIGH RECOMMENDATION is greatly appreciated! Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.