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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)

Merrily_L

Sep 2019

Viator used New England Tours for this trip. Good choice! Hurricane Dorian was making her way up the coast. We wondered if our trip would happen. Steve of New England Tours was communicating with the ferries and Coast Guard and our guides to ensure our safety. Ultimately we boarded and had a great tour. The decision was made to have us leave on an earlier ferry to ensure we did not have several days stay on Martha's! At no time did we feel unsafe. While on the island, our guide Tom gave a memorable tour. As a native he described the positives and negatives of island life. Several times he said, "when you return to the United States" (as if Martha's Vineyard was a country of her own)! This illustrated his love and pride of the island. Great day!

Response from Host

Sep 2019

Thank you for the GREAT 5 star review and choosing to spend your day with New England Trips! As always, our guests safety is our top priority. We also realize that many of our guests have come an awfully long way and want to see Martha's Vineyard. We would NEVER risk safety just to get a trip in. If we are confident and 100% sure it is safe to make the trip we will make the adjustments we have to, when necessary, so that our guests get to check one off their bucket list! Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

JimDC28

Sep 2019

We've used Viator for several trips in Europe and they've always been well arranged, this is no exception. We were picked up on time and taken to Falmouth for the ferry, there was water and snacks on the minibus but we also stopped en route for coffee and a comfort break. Ferry journey was fine and you can sit outside or in. We chose the optional tour and glad we did as we felt there was not six hours worth of stuff to do at the ferry port. . The island tour was narrated by Sam who shared interesting personal stories as well as island facts and figures. We also saw some of the locations where Jaws was filmed. We arrived back at the port with enough time to walk around the gingerbread houses and grab an enjoyable lunch at Nancy's The day is about 12 hours long but went by quickly.

Response from Host

Sep 2019

Thank you for this fantastic 5 star review of our Martha's Vineyard day trip. Having been born and raised here, I have taken numerous day trips to Martha's Vineyard from Boston throughout my life. When putting this trip together for Boston visitors in 2011, I envisioned it to be as my day trips were growing up. Now, as Boston's ORIGINAL Martha's Vineyard day trip and the #1 day trip service to the island our guests get to share a wonderfully similar experience. Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Gwen_K

Sep 2019

This was the highlight of our Boston trip, and we did several tours. Very well orchestrated with timing, amenities, etc. We are so glad that we did the optional island tour. We learned so much in the 3 hours that we would never have gotten on our own; so much to know about the geography, history, climate, and more.

Response from Host

Sep 2019

Thank you for taking the time to write this GREAT 5 Star Review. I am very flattered to hear that our trip was the HIGHLIGHT of your Boston visit as there is so much to see and do in our great city! Thanks for spending your day with New England Trips on Boston's ORIGINAL Martha's Vineyard day trip! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.