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Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

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12 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

We are proud to offer Boston's ORIGINAL Martha's Vineyard Day trip. Since 2011 we have been Boston's #1 day trip service to the island. 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!

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)
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off included at select Boston hotels
  • Gratuities
  • Meals (dining options available on Martha's Vineyard)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Departure Point: Provided Boston Hotel Pick-Up Locations: The Bostonian Hotel, Boston Harbor Hotel (must be hotel guest), Boston Marriott Copley Place, Boston Marriott Long Wharf, The Colonnade, The Dagny Boston, DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Downtown (must be hotel guest), Fairmont Copley Plaza, Hilton Boston Back Bay, Hilton Boston Park Plaza, Hotel AKA Back Bay, Hyatt Regency Boston, Intercontinental Boston, The Liberty (must be hotel guest), Omni Parker House, Renaissance Boston Seaport District, Revere Hotel Boston Common, Seaport Hotel Boston, Sheraton Boston, W Boston, The Westin Boston Seaport District. For those who do not require hotel pick-up, please meet at the Boston Marriott Long Wharf main entrance (must be confirmed as your pickup location)

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296 State Street
Boston, MA 02109, USA

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Downtown

Tour through Downtown Boston with narration as your guide makes their morning hotel pickups.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cape Cod Canal (pass by)

Enjoy the scenic views as you travel over the World's widest sea level canal. Our own Cape Cod Canal!
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Falmouth (pass by)

Travel through the charming Town of Falmouth, Cape Cod on the way to the ferry.
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Island Queen

See beautiful Falmouth Harbor as you are dropped off at the Island Queen Ferry. Enjoy Cape Cod's most pleasurable passenger ferry experience during your 35 minute sail to Martha's Vineyard.
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Nantucket Sound

Enjoy your sail through Nantucket Sound while en route to Martha's Vineyard.
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oak Bluffs

You will arrive in the beautiful town of Oak Bluffs at 935am during our summer months. If you do not purchase our 3 hour tour, you may spend as much time as you wish in this town.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Martha's Vineyard Camp meeting Association (MVCMA)

This is a must-see during any visit to Martha's Vineyard. Over 300 beautifully decorated gingerbread cottages. Explore and take as many pictures as you wish.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Flying Horses Carousel

Another must-see in Oak Bluffs. The Flying Horses Carousel is the oldest continuously operating carousel in the country (since 1884).
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Edgartown

While taking our 3 hour island tour (or spending the day on your own) be sure to visit this charming town.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gay Head Light (Aquinnah Light)

While on our 3 hour island tour you will stop and view the Gay Head Cliffs and lighthouse. SIMPLY AMAZING!!!!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nobska Point Lighthouse

This stop is seasonal for us as it is only done when we use the Steamship Authority Ferry Service. Usually both early Spring and late October.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Steamship Authority Ferry Docks, Woods Hole

This Ferry service is one of the ferries that we use for our day trip to Martha's Vineyard. Usually it is in April/May and late October.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Provided Boston Hotel Pick-Up Locations: AKA Back Bay Hotel, Boston Harbor Hotel (MUST BE A HOTEL GUEST), Colonnade, Dagny Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Boston (Washington Street), Fairmont Copley Plaza, Hilton Back Bay, Hyatt Regency Avenue de Lafayette, Intercontinental Boston, 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
  • Please note: PICKUPS ARE ONLY PROVIDED AT HOTELS THAT ARE ON THE LIST.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Boston to Martha’s Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • 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)
  • 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
  • Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day-Trip Excursion
  • See all 6 Martha's Vineyard Towns during your island tour (MUST PURCHASE Island Tour option)
  • 15-minute stop to view the Gay Head Cliffs in Aquinnah (MUST PURCHASE Island Tour option)
  • 50-minute stop to explore downtown Edgartown at your leisure (MUST PURCHASE Island Tour option)
  • 3-Hour Narrated Martha's Vineyard 44 passenger Bus Tour (MUST PURCHASE Island Tour option)
  • Narration during Mini Coach Bus Ride
  • Complimentary Bottled Water, Snacks and Island Guidebooks
  • Gratuities
  • Meals (dining options available on Martha's Vineyard)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Provided Boston Hotel Pick-Up Locations: AKA Back Bay Hotel, Boston Harbor Hotel (MUST BE A HOTEL GUEST), Colonnade, Dagny Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Boston (Washington Street), Fairmont Copley Plaza, Hilton Back Bay, Hyatt Regency Avenue de Lafayette, Intercontinental Boston, 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
  • Please note: PICKUPS ARE ONLY PROVIDED AT HOTELS THAT ARE ON THE LIST.
  • Priority seating is available upon request
  • There is walking involved on this day trip
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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