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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)

Romford

Jul 2019

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our day trip. It was well run, professional and well organised. It was everything it was sold to be. We were collected on time, dropped off on time and everything on the island was as it was supposed to be. Our two bus drivers were both great - big guy in Boston and Anthony on the island - and were both very entertaining. A greta trip and we highly recommend.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you for the 5 star review. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your day with us. As Boston's ORIGINAL Martha's Vineyard day trip we have this down to a science. On an average day in July we take about 80 guests to the island in our new 14 or 24 passenger mini-coaches. We have never missed a pickup or a ferry in 9 summers. Timmy and Anthony are both very entertaining guides and you are sure to share a few laughs when spending the day with those two. Your high recommendation is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

L8511URkimk

Jul 2019

Our driver to the ferry, Kristen, was EXCELLENT. We appreciated her humor and fun attitude. But, our island tour guide was less than great. I don’t think he even *likes* tourists!! He got into politics that I didn’t agree with . . . and texted while driving.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you for the 4 star review. As a valued employee of New England Trips, Kristin does a great job connecting with our guests with her upbeat, contagious personality. Your driver/guide on the island was not a New England Trips employee but an employee of a company that we sometimes work with on the island. I sincerely apologize for his behavior and I guarantee this person WILL NEVER give a New England Trips tour again. As a matter of fact, he would have been immediately terminated for giving political opinions and texting if he were our employee! Safety is our #1 priority as a company and his unsafe actions infuriate me. Thank you again for your honest feedback as it is greatly appreciated. Having this brought to my attention will help us to ensure that this never happens again. Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Gloria_W

Jul 2019

We got picked from our Hotel, had lovely tour guide called Elaine for our coach ride to Falmouth to catch the ferry to Martha's Vineyard she had interesting stories of her childhood of the Vineyard and the history of the Martha's Vineyard the gingerbread houses were beautiful there is a little museum house. Oak Bluffs is beautiful the whole place a beautiful. You can do a 21/2 hour optional extra tour if you wish, we were there 10years ago and did this do take it this time but would recommend it. Great tour & value for money

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you so much for this WONDERFUL 5 Star Review. Elaine is a fantastic guide and she always takes great care of her guests. The gingerbread cottages and the museum are a part of what makes Martha's Vineyard such an amazing New England destination. Thank you for the recommendation. It is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.