Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day Trip & Island Tour Options
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Experience Boston's original Martha's Vineyard day trip, a favorite since 2011. Our professional guides, comfortable air-conditioned mini-coaches, and approved hotel pickups make it easy to explore this stunning island.
Enjoy a scenic ferry ride, complimentary snacks, bottled water, and detailed island guidebooks included in your trip. Once on Martha's Vineyard, you can explore at your own pace or upgrade to a fully narrated 3-hour island tour for a deeper experience.
Discover all six of Martha's Vineyard's charming towns, see the iconic Gay Head Cliffs, and visit historic sites like the Flying Horses Carousel. Whether you're on a quick getaway or a leisurely adventure, this day trip offers a perfect blend of sightseeing and relaxation.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the entire trip?
The full day trip lasts approximately 12 hours, including transportation, ferry rides, and time on the island.
What is included in the package?
Your package includes round-trip transportation on an air-conditioned mini-coach, a scenic ferry cruise, complimentary snacks and bottled water, island guidebooks, hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Boston hotels, and options for a narrated island tour.
Can I explore Martha's Vineyard on my own?
Yes, if you don't purchase the island tour upgrade, you'll have plenty of free time to explore the island independently after arrival.
What are the main stops during the tour?
Highlights include charming towns like Oak Bluffs and Edgartown, the Gay Head Cliffs, the Flying Horses Carousel, and scenic views along the way. The full tour covers all six Martha's Vineyard towns.
Is the trip suitable for children?
Absolutely. Children aged 0-12 and adults up to 99 can join. Infants and small children can ride in strollers or prams, but travelers should have a moderate level of physical fitness.
What if I need to cancel?
You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before departure. Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior are not eligible for a refund, and the trip may be canceled due to bad weather.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable and trips may be canceled due to bad weather.
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Duration 12 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Round-trip transportation on an air-conditioned 24-passenger mini-coach bus
- Scenic 35-45 minute ferry cruise from Cape Cod to Martha's Vineyard (Oak Bluffs or Vineyard Haven)
- Complimentary bottled water, snacks, and island guidebooks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Boston hotels
- Approximately 5.5 to 6 hours on the island (varies seasonally)
- Drive through downtown Falmouth and along the Cape Cod Canal en route to the ferry
- Visit all 6 Martha's Vineyard towns (with island tour upgrade)
- 15-minute stop at Gay Head Cliffs in Aquinnah (with upgrade)
- 50-minute leisure stop in downtown Edgartown (with upgrade)
- 3-hour fully narrated island bus tour (with upgrade)
- Narration during mini-coach ride
Not included
- Gratuities
- Meals (dining options available on Martha's Vineyard)
Itinerary
Standard day trip itinerary with multiple scenic stops, ferry rides, and optional island tour upgrades.
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Stop 1
Start with downtown Boston tour and hotel pickups with narration.
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Stop 2
Drive over the Cape Cod Canal, the world's widest sea-level canal.
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Stop 3
Pass through the charming town of Falmouth on your way to the ferry.
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Stop 4
Board the ferry at Falmouth Harbor for a 35-minute sail to Martha's Vineyard.
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Stop 5
Enjoy the scenic ride through Nantucket Sound en route to the island.
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Stop 6
Arrive in Oak Bluffs at 9:35 am during summer months; free time if no island tour is purchased.
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Stop 7
Visit the famous gingerbread cottages—over 300 beautifully decorated homes.
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Stop 8
See the Flying Horses Carousel, the oldest continuously operating carousel in the U.S. (since 1884).
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Stop 9
Explore downtown Edgartown at your leisure during the island tour.
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Stop 10
View the Gay Head Cliffs and lighthouse—breathtaking scenery.
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Stop 11
Seasonal stop for Steamship Authority ferry service, usually in spring and late October.
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Stop 12
Ferry ride back to Cape Cod, typically in April/May or late October.
Meeting point & pickup
Pickup from select Boston hotels or meet at the designated start point.
Departure points include major Boston hotels such as The Bostonian Hotel, Boston Harbor Hotel, Copley Place, and others. Exact pickup times are confirmed after booking. For those not requiring hotel pickup, meet at the Boston Marriott Long Wharf main entrance.
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Pickup is available from 19 hotels listed. Confirmed after booking, with exact times provided.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable and trips may be canceled due to bad weather.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day prior
- No refund if canceled less than 24 hours before
- Trip may be canceled in case of bad weather
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