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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

Tue 24 Sep

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Starting at $115.00

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Tue 24 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)

L8062NWnickc

Sep 2019

Lisa, from New England Tours called the day before the trip to arrange picking us up. They didn't come to our hotel but she told us the best hotel to get to on the route. The day is an early start (we're on vacation!) and the bus was on time. Greg who drove the bus to and from Falmouth was great - giving a guided tour as we drove through the city, and great tips for things to do (we went to the Boston Tea Party Museum based on his recommendation which we probably would never had done and it was great!). The bus stops once in each direction for coffee and other stuff. The 9am ferry ride was nice. If you don't like rocky boats, sit on the middle deck - it's a little windy at times, but the upper and lower decks are much rockier and the lower deck stinks of the diesel fumes. The island tour was good. Loved Edgartown and could have spent a lot longer there (make sure you're back at the bus at the allotted time!). Rest of the tour was ok - certainly worth it - not sure we could have spent the whole day in Oak Bluffs only. Tom, our island driver, was a ball of energy! Full of island information and, being an island native, had plenty to say about the local goings on - sometimes leaning towards a bit of a rant - but interesting and amusing all the same. You have to get the 3:45pm ferry back at the latest to meet the bus. Arrived back in Boston at around 6:30 after a sleepy journey. All in all, a grand day out and well worth the money!

Response from Host

Sep 2019

Thank you for this WONDERFUL 5 Star review. Lisa does a superb job in our office handling our reservations and helping set up our hotel pickups. Greg, your guide for the Boston to Falmouth part of your trip is an outstanding experienced Boston tour guide. I am glad that his recommendation worked out well for you. Tom, on the island has tremendous knowledge of Martha's Vineyard having been born and raised there. All in all, we are very proud of the staff that we have assembled here at New England Trips! I am glad that our group put together a 5 Star day for you! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Mike J

Sep 2019

This is by far the best way to see Martha’s Vineyard, from the time Kristie picked us up at the Hyatt Regency Boston - her knowledge of surrounding areas was amazing. We took the Island Queen across to Martha’s Vineyard 45 mins, when we got off the ferry, Tom, our Tour Guide was waiting for us, this man is probably the most interesting man on the island, from the history of the Island to all the celebrities he has met and had interactions with over the years is unmeasurable. A fantastic trip all round. Highly recommended. Mike and Tara 😃

Response from Host

Sep 2019

Thank you Mike and Tara for this AMAZING 5 Star review! Both Kristin and Tom love to share their vast knowledge of the area. Kristin, being from the Boston area and Tom a true islander, you could not ask for better guides to share this journey with. Your HIGH RECOMMENDATION is greatly appreciated! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Ray_P

Sep 2019

It was a full pack day and and well worth the price. We also signed up for the tour of the island, which I would highly recommend. The ferry boat ride was near, because you get to see all the island around Martha's Vineyard.

Response from Host

Sep 2019

Thank you for both the HIGH RECOMMENDATION and 5 Star review! Our 3 hour narrated island tour is certainly a wonderful addition to a day on this marvelous island! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.