Embark on a full-day journey from Boston to Martha’s Vineyard with New England Excursions. Experience the convenience of booking, comfortable transportation, and a memorable island tour. Join us for an intimate and engaging adventure!
- Boston - Enjoy being picked up directly from your hotel’s front door. Our large 12-14 passenger coach will provide an outstanding customer experience. Live, historical commentary provided by your driver as you traverse around Boston.
- Cape Cod - While traveling to the Steamship Authority, enjoy engaging in full, live commentary by your driver/guide. Learning about historic locations such as; Plymouth, Cape Cod Canal, Bourne and local Native Americans reservations.
- Falmouth - Once on Cape Cod, your excursion includes a mini tour of Falmouth. We travel through downtown, view the marvelous cedar shake houses and travel the coast for views of the Vineyard Sound.
- Nobska Point Lighthouse - After a short trip around Falmouth, let’s take a beautiful visit at the Nobska lighthouse. This historic locations offers amazing picture opportunities, an outer house walk-around and cliff views.
- Steamship Authority Ticket Office - We arrive at the Woods Hole Steamship Authority at about 9:00am. That is 30 minutes before your vessel departs the terminal. This allows our guest plenty of time to explore town or stop in a local cafe for a coffee and a breakfast sandwich before boarding the 9:30am ferry to Oak Bluffs. We are the only company in Boston that offers this experience.
- Vineyard Sound - Your ferry ride from Woods Hole to Oak Bluffs is 45 minutes. While on-board you may enjoy inside, A/C seating or walk about the massive passenger deck for outstanding pictures of both Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod. Concessions and restrooms are on the ferry for your convenience. As always, round-trip ferry tickets are included.
- Oak Bluffs - Once on Martha’s Vineyard, all guest will have roughly 6 hours to explore at their leisure. You are welcome to rent bikes, take the city bus, order a ride share or take a 3-hour island with our affiliate partners (additional fee).
Those who wish to take the 3-hour tour option will be greeted by the tour directed at the Oak Bluffs harbor
- Steamship Authority Ticket Office - Your ferry leaves Oak Bluffs at 3:45pm. Relax after a bustling excursion of the island on your 45 minute ride back to Woods Hole. You will be greeted by your original tour guide in Woods Hole at 4:30pm.
- Boston - From Woods Hole to Boston is roughly a 2-hour ride. Feel free to offer feedback on your day to one of our expert drivers. We strive to get guest back in the Boston area for about 6:30 pm
Your expert guide will provide you with local Boston cuisine recommendations and events
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- Bottled water provided
- Professional driver/guide included
- Enjoy our selection of snacks
- Benefit from a discount food card
- Experience live commentary during the tour
- Receive helpful maps
- Ferry tickets included
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off service
- Island tour only available as an add-on
- Food and drinks on the ferry and the island are up to the traveler unless specified otherwise
New England Excursions is a veteran-owned coach service to Martha’s Vineyard. Our simple booking process, convenient pickup and drop-off points, and comfortable, air-conditioned coach ensure a memorable journey. Enjoy a short ride from Boston to Woods Hole, where you’ll board the Steamship Authority without lines or waiting in a holding area. With us, you’ll have time to savor breakfast and coffee from a local cafe before boarding. As always, round-trip ferry tickets, snacks, water, island maps, discount food cards, and commentary are all included. Island tour option: Unlike other tours, THIS IS NOT A SCHOOL BUS TOUR. Experience a wonderful 3-hour, full island tour in one of our 14-passenger, air-conditioned, high-top vans—the best way to see the island. The tour covers all 6 towns with stops for photos and restrooms. Our guides are the best in the business! Enjoy this intimate experience by asking questions and becoming part of the New England Excursions family.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 28 people per booking.
- Not wheelchair accessible, very sorry for the inconvenience
- Guest may be asked to meet at a different location other than the hotel listed. This is to ensure smooth and timely departure from Boston.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.