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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 19 Nov

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Starting at $115.00

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Tue 19 Nov

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)

Scott_H

Sep 2022

Great bus ride Good stop And great ferry to MV Loved the day there. We did not do the bus tour on MV. LOVED Larsen’s fish market for lunch.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thank you for this GREAT 5 star review of our Martha's Vineyard Day trip from Boston. I am happy to hear how much that you enjoyed your day on the island. Thanks for sharing your experience. Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

Tracey_P

Sep 2022

Jennifer, our driver, was excellent. The travel on the Island Queen was pleasant. The tour was disappointing. It would have been great to have more than 15 minutes at the Cliffs. The tour guide Anthony’s repeated mention of how expensive things are at Martha’s Vineyard was unnecessary.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thank you for the review. I'm glad that you enjoyed your time with Jennifer. I'm sorry if you did not enjoy the 3 hour tour as much as most. Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.

ROSALYN_C

Sep 2022

My only issue is the Island tour. You get pick up as soon as you to Martha's and there is no time to eat until the tour is over. Is 40 mns from port to Eckerd town then 40 to light house then 40 mns to port area, as you can see little time, everything is rush. All you see is road, grass and houses you get tired after the 2hrs. Not much to do at the port area only eat and souvenir stores. Boring

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thank you for the review. You failed to mention that we do have complimentary cereal bars and bottled water on the bus to the ferry. We also make a coffee/food restroom stop on the way to the ferry. There is a snack bar on the ferry. You have 50 minutes in Edgartown (20 minutes into your tour) with coffee shops and plenty of food options. There certainly is no reason for anyone to go hungry! There is also plenty to do in Oak Bluffs at the end of the tour. How about walking through the Gingerbread Cottages or going to see America's oldest operating carousel The Flying Horses. It is a long day but absolutely not boring. As with anything, it's what you make of it. Thankfully the majority of our guests are not of the same opinion. Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.