12 hours
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Overview
Begin with pickup from select Boston hotels followed by relaxing drive to Falmouth, Massachusetts. Water and a morning snack provided on the trip.
Arrive at the Island Queen Dock to board the ferry (ticket included) to Martha’s Vineyard. Enjoy a brief mini-cruise across Vineyard Sound to the island. From there, enjoy ample time to explore Martha's Vineyard at your leisure.
For an introduction to the island, an optional tour is available. Visit the Gay Head Light, an iconic island lighthouse in Aquinnah. Travel through the beautiful historic village of Edgartown and learn about the area’s history from a guide. After the tour, you have free time to continue to explore the island on our own.
Board the ferry for an afternoon departure and cruise back to Falmouth, where a return shuttle awaits to take you back to Boston and drop-off at select hotels.
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New England Trips Inc.
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Martha’s Vineyard
Gary_E, Apr 2025
Excellent day trip and Timmy the driver was brilliant. Really enjoyed the whole trip and would do it again.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for your EXCELLENT 5 Star review of Boston's ORIGINAL Martha's Vineyard Day trip. Timmy is one of the best in the business and I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with him. I appreciate you sharing your experience. Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.
A nice "Full Day" Trip but probably not for the kids.
Scott_F, Apr 2025
It's a full day's (12 hr) tour but operated problem free and somewhat easy-going. Tour guides were exellent and they detailed the tour highlights well. The allotted time for lunch on the Island makes for a rushed/unrelaxing experience. Otherwise, a nice full day's trip!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for your excellent 4 Star review of our Martha's Vineyard Day trip from Boston. I am glad that you enjoyed your time with our guides. I apologize if you felt rushed for lunch. The dynamics of our trip change considerably commencing on Labor Day weekend. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.
Disappointing
heather_m, Apr 2025
We were not informed before the tour began in Boston that we would not be going to Edgartown for the advertised 50minute stop. Had we known that this and the Gay Head Lighthouse stop was not as advertised due to renovation, we probably would not have take the tour as Edgerton was due to be a highlight for us.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for your review. I'm sorry that you did not get to spend 50 minutes in Edgartown. We always do what we feel is the best way for our guests to thoroughly enjoy the island experience. Due to road work going on that day in Edgartown, we felt it was best for all if we went to Oak Bluffs instead. This is something that rarely occurs, but when it does it is out of our control and we need to improvise. Again, my sincerest apologies. Kind Regards, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.
Day trip to Martha's Vineyard
Anna_W, Apr 2025
It's a long day but Timmy the Tour Guide is great. He gave us helpful information about MV and what to expect that day. We rented a car and got to see a great deal of the island in 4-5 hours. We traveled in April and it wasn't crowded but also many places were not open.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for your GREAT 5 Star review of our Martha's Vineyard Day trip from Boston. I'm very happy to hear how much that you enjoyed your time with Timmy. Renting a car is a wonderful way to enjoy and really maximize your time on the island. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. Sincerely, Stephen M. Belcastro President New England Trips Inc.
Itinerary
Downtown
Tour through Downtown Boston with narration as your guide makes their morning hotel pickups.
15 minutesCape Cod Canal
Enjoy the scenic views as you travel over the World's widest sea level canal. Our own Cape Cod Canal!
Falmouth
Travel through the charming Town of Falmouth, Cape Cod on the way to the ferry.
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.
35 minutesAdmission IncludedEnjoy your sail through Nantucket Sound while en route to Martha's Vineyard.
35 minutesOak 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.
15 minutesMartha'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.
1 hourFlying Horses Carousel
Another must-see in Oak Bluffs. The Flying Horses Carousel is the oldest continuously operating carousel in the country (since 1884).
15 minutesEdgartown
While taking our 3 hour island tour (or spending the day on your own) be sure to visit this charming town.
50 minutesGay Head Light (Aquinnah Light)
While on our 3 hour island tour you will stop and view the Gay Head Cliffs and lighthouse. SIMPLY AMAZING!!!!
15 minutesNobska 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.
10 minutesThis 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.
1 hourAdmission Included
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- 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)
- 50-minute stop to explore downtown Edgartown at your leisure (Island Tour upgrade)
- 3-Hour Narrated Martha's Vineyard 44 passenger Island Bus Tour (option available at checkout)
- Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day-Trip Excursion
- See all 6 Martha's Vineyard Towns during your island tour including Vineyard Haven & Aquinnah
- Narration during Mini Coach Bus Ride
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Lunch (dining options available on Martha's Vineyard)
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
- 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
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.