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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 22 Sep

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Starting at $115.00

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Sun 22 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)

814family

Jul 2019

Making our reservation was easy on line. Driver who picked us up at the hotel was fantastic with a good sense of humor! He was accommodating and dropped us off near Little Italy on the way back rather than the hotel which saved us much walking. Ferry ride from Falmouth to Matha's Vineyard (and back) was wonderful. The Island Tour was great and the tour guide/driver (Anthony) was full of interesting stories as we circled the island. We enjoyed our meals at Nancy's (lobster roll, etc.) with great service. We highly recommend the day trip and optional island tour!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you for the 5 Star Review. Our guides are truly the best around. You will notice by looking at other reviews that each and every one of them is mentioned by name on numerous occasions. I'm glad that you enjoyed your tour with Anthony and your meal at Nancy's! Your high recommendation is greatly appreciated. Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

linlin006

Jul 2019

It was a great trip! The driver showed up at the pick up point on time. They offered water and snacks on the bus. The island was beautiful and you got more than 6 hours on it. We rent a bike to ride around the small towns in the island. The driver gave really fun introduction on the way and you can just relax. It was an amazing trip and I definitely recommend it if you don't want to drive between Boston and Cape Cod.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you for this AMAZING 5 Star Review. All of our guides love what they do and it shows in their presentation. It is supposed to be a fun and relaxing day and we really strive to ensure that our guests feel that way as well. Biking around the island is certainly a great way to spend your day on Martha's Vineyard. Thank you for choosing New England Trips! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

lilymieke

Jul 2019

I really enjoyed this tour! Jeff the bus driver was great. Initially I wasn't going to do the bus tour around the island but I'm so glad I changed my mind on the day. Tom the driver being a local was fantastic & the trip was so worth it. While Oak Bluffs town is great I could not imagine spending 5 hours there. Can highly recommend the bus tour & seeing all of the island! Great tour!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you for this GREAT 5 Star Review. Having spent his whole life on Martha's Vineyard, you could not get a better guide than Tom. If you had to pick one person to show you the island Tom would be the perfect choice! Thank you for taking the time to review us and thanks for choosing New England Trips! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.