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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

Mon 23 Sep

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Starting at $115.00

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Mon 23 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)

grawdin

Jul 2019

My adult son and I wanted to spend an easy day traveling to Martha’s Vineyard. This tour was spot on perfect, from the on-time pick-up at our hotel at 6 am to driver Tim’s narration and fine driving, easy fast ferry trip over and eventual return delivery to our hotel. We did not do the optional 3 hour island tour as we were visiting family. First class door to door that took all the coordination and stress we otherwise would have dealt with. Highly recommend.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you very much for the FIRST CLASS Five Star Review! Tim is an experienced, professional guide with a great sense of humor. One of main objectives is to make the transportation easy from Boston to Martha's Vineyard so that visitors to our GREAT CITY of Boston get to see another GREAT New England destination. Your HIGH recommendation is sincerely appreciated! Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

dugarry112

Jul 2019

My wife and I have always been massive fans of the film "Jaws", so what better place to visit than the island where the film was shot! First thing to say about the trip.....it's a long day. We were picked up at around 6.30am from our agreed pickup point (you can select from many). The tour bus was small but adequate for the 40 or so tourists. We were greeted by Tim, the tour guide, who offered us snacks and water on boarding. Tim was great throughout the day, funny and informative, but not over the top (although his bridge jokes were a touchy cheesy!) After stopping for breakfast enroute to Falmouth we boarded the ferry for the Vineyard as arranged. The crossing is about 30 minutes and on arrival we boarded another bus for the "optional tour". Once again the guide, this time, Anthony, was very good. Informative, funny and got all of the people on the bus involved. The tour was well worth doing, as we got to see all of the places on the island that we probably wouldn't have, if we had been left to our own devices. On completion of the island tour, we had lunch at Nancy's at Oaks Bluff before boarding the ferry. Tim was waiting on the other side to bus us back to Boston. The trip was excellently arranged and all aspects, tickets, buses and boats were exactly as described. A wonderful way to see the Vineyard with no stress. Well done to Tim and all at this Company.... P.S - We saw Jaws bridge and several places where the film was shot......we're going to need a bigger boat!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you for the FANTASTIC 5 Star Review! I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with both Tim and Anthony. We try to make this trip both fun and informative for our guests. New England Trips has been Boston's #1 day trip service to Martha's Vineyard since 2011. As evidenced by your great review, we continue to never get complacent and always are working to improve our trip. I am happy to hear that you and your wife got to see Jaws bridge since you are huge "Jaws" Fans!! WE ARE GOING TO NEED A BIGGER BUS!! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Kim B

Jul 2019

We had a great time, Chris who drove us to the ferry was very friendly. And Tom our tour guide on the island was great too. Well worth the extra money for the guided tour.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you for taking the time to write this GREAT 5 Star Review. Chris and Tom are both true professionals that take great pride in their work! I am glad that you enjoyed your time with both of them. Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.