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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 17 Nov

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Starting at $115.00

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Sun 17 Nov

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)

Mark_B

Oct 2022

The bus reminded me of a school bus. The windows stayed fogged and didn’t work properly. The tour guide seemed unauthentic with unrelated stories. We were given about 40 minutes in each town which isn’t enough time to find a store or restaurant that was actually open. There’s nothing you will see on the tour that you can’t see on your own. If I come back I would rent a car and spend the appropriate amount of time needed at each location. It’s obviously off season (October) and was raining. The only light to our trip is our bus driver Jenny who dropped us off at the ferry and took us back to our hotel. She was informative, forthcoming and entertaining. Thanks Jenny Jenny 8675309 for saving our day

Response from Host

Oct 2022

I apologize if you did not enjoy your island tour. The vast majority of our guests give this same tour rave reviews. Unfortunately, the weather is something that we can't control, and it has a major impact on how much enjoyment our guests have while on our trip. I'm glad that you enjoyed your time with Jenny. Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Rebecca_S

Oct 2022

There was a huge storm and I attempted to cancel but couldn’t. Only 5 places were open on the whole vineyard. You couldn’t explore anything. The water was so rough and crappy that people were scared and getting sick. This was my only chance to see it and it was ruined. 3 hours in a bus to hear someone talk about Jaws was not worth the $

Response from Host

Oct 2022

I apologize if you did not enjoy your day. Every one of our guests has the same very fair cancellation policy of 24 hours. We had guests that cancelled within that time frame and were fully refunded. Why didn't you? We have a responsibility to all of our guests to operate the trip whenever possible. Every guest has a responsibility to cancel their own booking within the refundable period to get a refund. I wish that every day was bright and sunny, but that isn't the case. I'm sure if it was you would have had a great day. Unfortunately, we can't control the weather. Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Josephine_B

Oct 2022

Awful! The tour should have been canceled. I am so disappointed in Steve, who should have canceled the trip due to horrible weather. Instead, we were forced to go and get on a small van that was so uncomfortable, dirty, odorous and claustrophobic. One passenger became sick and others were trying to convey the same concerns but we were ignored by the driver and Steve. We could not see outside of very small windows. I will never get on any tour from New England Tours. They did not look out for their customers safety. Shame on them! We should all be refunded

Response from Host

Oct 2022

I apologize if you did not enjoy the day. First off, this trip was not unsafe as safety is always both ours and our ferry partners top priority. I do remember your phone call asking me to ask other guests to leave early because you wanted to. Something I obviously would not do. I ALSO REMEMBER YOUR THREAT OF A BAD REVIEW IF YOU DIDN'T GET YOUR WAY. I spoke with guests that same day that had a wonderful time despite the weather. Do you think that they wanted to leave early? We always try to operate our trip when possible as we have guests that come from all around the world. For some this may be a bucket list item and their only opportunity to go to Martha's Vineyard. I refuse to take that away from them. To say you were forced to go is 100% not true. You had the same very fair 24 hour cancellation policy as everyone else. Some guests chose to take advantage of it which is perfectly fine. Why didn't you? It is my responsibility to run the trip and yours to cancel your own booking. Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.