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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

Sat 28 Sep

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Starting at $115.00

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Sat 28 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)

Semetra M

Jul 2020

The driver to and from Martha's Vineyard was friendly and informative. The tour guide was very knowledgeable, also friendly. My husband and I would take this tour again. Highly recommend to everyone.

Response from Host

Jul 2020

Thank you for the 5 Star review and high recommendation. I am very happy that you and your husband enjoyed your day with us. All of our guides are true professionals that love what they do. We do offer 3 other wonderful day trips as well. I appreciate you taking time out of your day to review us! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Perdley

Jul 2020

We did the day trip, but not the tour. We wanted the ability to be able to explore on our own but then we ended up taking a tour with a different company. Booking it as a package would’ve been roughly the same price and a lot more seamless. We had a great time on our day trip to Martha’s Vineyard, and this company was very professional, on time, the coach was very clean and social distancing was maintained through the whole trip. We had a wonderful time on this tour and would definitely do it again. The coach had large windows so we could see the beautiful scenery go by as we drove from Boston to Falmouth. Definitely a highlight of our trip.

Response from Host

Jul 2020

Thank you for taking the time to write this GREAT 5 Star Review! I am very happy to hear that you and your husband had such a wonderful day. Here at New England Trips we take great pride in being Boston's #1 day trip service to Martha's Vineyard since 2011. As always, our guests and team members safety is our top priority and we will continue to follow safety guidelines recommended for our industry. I think that alot of guests don't quite realize the size of the island when booking their trip and just how much there is to see. I wish that you had taken our 3 hour tour as our guides and comfortable mini-coach bus are both top notch. Hope to see you again on another New England Trip! Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Sonia_F

Jul 2020

Our driver/ride was very nice and friendly with lots of information. The ride to the ferry was like a tour itself as the driver provided info. on the areas. We did not take the Island tour to give us time to walk around on our own, sit on the beach and experience the eateries. Our driver was waiting on the return and the ride back to the hotel was as pleasant. We were exhausted so it was nice someone else was doing the driving

Response from Host

Jul 2020

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this 5 Star Review. Our guides all have vast knowledge of the area that they love to share with our guests. Whether you chose to take our island tour or not you are sure to have a fabulous day on Martha's Vineyard. That's the great thing about having the option to do either. I am happy to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your day on the island! Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.