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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

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $115.00

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Sat 21 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)

andrewgG2674BI

Apr 2019

Everything was pretty much closed April 17. The bus ride over was fine but getting on Martha’s Vineyard and going to three towns with nothing open hardly at all except for maybe one or two shops. Even the restaurants were only a few open. No boats in the harbor either for the most part so really nothing to do and not much to see. Even renting bikes and motor scooters not possible for the most part. Horrible waste of hundreds of dollars. Go in the summer or go somewhere else. Oh and Ocean view restaurant was a joke also. There was no Oceanview and the service was horrible and the prices were outrageous. The lobster roll and drinks were a joke. Very little alcohol in the drinks and expensive lobster roll with very little flavor.

Response from Host

May 2019

Sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your day. Perhaps you should have opted for our 3 hour narrated island tour. We've had two five star reviews in the past week from guests that chose to take our tour option. We try to explain to our guests that Martha's Vineyard is a very seasonal island and not much is open this time of year. We have taken hundreds of guests so far this season with most choosing to take the tour and having a great day. It actually is a fantastic time to tour due to the lack of traffic and ability to go places and see things that you can't during the busy summer monhhs. We do make it simple to get to Martha's Vineyard from Boston but how you spend your day is your choice. Thank you for your review. Sincerely Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Truelove4ever

Apr 2019

My daughter & I stayed in a Peabody so we were picked up @ Marriott Long Wharf @ the exact time I was advised originally when booking trip. Tim the tour driver provided AM & PM snacks & water. He gave informative narration in Boston & on the Cape. He was quite comical too. Tom the tour guide on Martha’s was wonderful & knowledgeable. Definitely worth the price.

Response from Host

Apr 2019

Thank you for taking the time to write this EXCELLENT 5 Star Review. I am glad that you enjoyed your time spent with both Tim and Tom. Tim has 20 years of tour guide experience and he thrives in our mini-coach buses. The smaller vehicles allow much more interaction with guests and help create a personalized intimate experience for all. Tom, our island tour guide is a true Islander, having lived on Martha's Vineyard his whole life. We find the larger vehicles on the island allow guests to sit up high and enjoy the great views while listening to Tom's entertaining island stories. Next time you are in Boston, please join us again on another New England Trip! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

denboy938

Feb 2019

Timings were excellent and the Boss got personally involved to make sure everything was running smoothly

Response from Host

Feb 2019

Thank you for the EXCELLENT 4 Star Review. Since 2011 we have been Boston's #1 day trip service to Martha's Vineyard. We have plenty of experience and take great pride in the service that we provide. Thank you so much for taking some of your valuable time to review us! Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.