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Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour (opens in a new tab)

3,388 12 h

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!

from$129

New York City Day Tour from Boston (opens in a new tab)

38 15 h 30 min

Travel from Boston to New York for a concentrated sightseeing day in Manhattan. The mandatory New York City Fortune Tour covers major financial, commercial, and Midtown landmarks through a combination of driving and walking. Add an optional Liberty Cruise for skyline views and a close look at the Statue of Liberty before returning to Boston.

from$184

Private Boston, Lexington & Concord Historical Tour (opens in a new tab)

17 6 h

Discover Boston, Lexington, Concord, and Cambridge on a private 6-hour guided historical tour by comfortable vehicle. Your knowledgeable chauffeur-guide provides commentary throughout the journey, sharing the history and significance of the landmarks along the route. Follow Boston’s Freedom Trail by vehicle, explore Beacon Hill, visit Revolutionary War sites in Lexington and Concord, and see historic Cambridge and Harvard. Most locations are drive-by sights with brief photo stops available at your preference, subject to traffic, parking, and the remaining tour time. Dedicated stops include the USS Constitution area and Concord’s historic North Bridge. Because the tour is private, the experience can be adjusted to your interests. Spend more time at the places that matter most to you, understanding that additional stops may reduce time at later locations. Return to Boston along Memorial Drive with scenic views across the Charles River.

from$899

Newport Small-Group Day Tour: The Breakers & Marble House (opens in a new tab)

133 8 h – 10 h

Travel from Boston to Newport for a small-group day trip through the elegance of the Gilded Age. Tour The Breakers and Marble House with included admission, walk part of the scenic Cliff Walk, and enjoy free time in downtown Newport. The route also follows Ocean Drive past famous estates and coastal viewpoints before stopping at Fort Adams State Park.

from$169

Boston: Martha's Vineyard ICONIC Small Group Day Escape w/Ferry (opens in a new tab)

52 12 h

Leave Boston behind and set out on a full-day journey to Martha's Vineyard, one of New England's most beloved islands. This experience blends a scenic ferry crossing, historic seaside villages, and the laid-back charm of island life. Board the Island Queen ferry in Falmouth and cruise across Nantucket Sound to Oak Bluffs, where colorful gingerbread cottages surround the historic Tabernacle at the Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association. Enjoy time to explore the island's most iconic spots, with an optional sightseeing bus tour covering the Flying Horses Carousel, the refined harbor town of Edgartown, Gay Head Light atop the dramatic Aquinnah cliffs, and Nobska Point Lighthouse. Return via the Steamship Authority ferry from Woods Hole, rounding out a full day of coastal views, ocean breezes, and authentic New England island character.

from$100

Best Boston Small Group Tour: I Know the Secrets Others Don't! (opens in a new tab)

76 6 h – 8 h

Small group tour limited to six guests where you will learn the amazing origins of everyday things. Enjoy the stories of the great places where liberty was born, told by an amazing guide and driver who really knows his stuff. You explore the interior of Old Ironsides, the battleground and museum at The Battle of Bunker Hill and the incredible history of Harvard while amazing you with information about Boston that most Bostonians don't even know.. We provide better service because unlike big chains, we are local and depend on our guests' satisfaction.

from$199

Private Newport Mansions Day Trip from Boston (opens in a new tab)

4 8 h 30 min

Enjoy a private, customizable day trip from Boston to Newport in a comfortable vehicle reserved for your group. This is private transportation with flexible sightseeing stops; the chauffeur does not provide guided commentary. Visit one, two, or up to three Newport mansions based on your tickets, entry times, attraction hours, and preferred pace. Most guests visit two mansions, stop for lunch, then choose a third mansion or another Newport attraction. When time allows, options may include downtown Newport, Ocean Drive, or a brief Cliff Walk stop. Your chauffeur handles transportation between stops, so your group can relax without navigating traffic or parking. All customization must fit within the included 8.5-hour service period and is subject to traffic, weather, attraction hours, and ticket times. To stay on schedule, the return to Boston should begin around 4:00 PM. Mansion tickets and lunch are not included.

from$1,012

Highlights of Boston Private Tour (opens in a new tab)

37 5 h 30 min

A full-day tour of Boston's history, culture, and food! Visit the historic North End and walk in the steps of Paul Revere. Stroll amongst the brownstones on streets lit by gas lamps in Beacon Hill, Boston's most prestigious neighborhood. Hear stories of corruption, rebellion, and treason. Visit America's oldest public park, and learn how Boston was first settled. Grab some chowdah at the oldest restaurant in the US!

from$393

Private Day Trip From Boston to the Newport Mansions (opens in a new tab)

7 10 h

Escape the city for the day and visit the charming, historic Newport mansions in coastal Newport, Rhode Island! With this private, full-day trip you'll enjoy roundtrip transportation with a private driver who will escort you to the extravagant mansions overlooking the ocean. Take your time visiting as few or as many mansions as you'd like, exploring their stately grounds and learning about the wealthy families who once occupied them.

from$1,275

Day Trip from Boston To Salem Witch Exhibits (opens in a new tab)

106 8 h – 9 h

Join us on a journey from the vibrant city of Boston to the historic town of Salem, Massachusetts. Our expert guides will take you on a fascinating tour through time, starting with the famous Salem Witch Trials. Learn about the panic and hysteria that engulfed the town during that fateful period, as well as the solemn reminders of the innocents whose lives were forever changed. As we explore the narrow streets and charming architecture, you will catch glimpses of the colonial past that still resonate throughout the town. Hear tales of the city's maritime heritage, with trade and seafaring shaping Salem's development into a bustling port. Delve into the captivating past of this enchanting town, an epitome of New England charm infused with a rich tapestry of stories waiting to be unraveled. Our tour of Salem's history is sure to leave you with a deeper appreciation for the intricate layers of its past and the enduring legacy it holds in American history.

from$190

Lost River Gorge, Flume Gorge, White Mountains Foliage fr. Boston (opens in a new tab)

7 8 h – 10 h

Escape Boston for a full day in New Hampshire's White Mountains. During the summer route, explore the caves, waterfalls, bridges, and forest paths of Lost River Gorge; during the fall foliage period, travel the scenic Kancamagus Highway instead. Both routes continue to Flume Gorge for a walk through its dramatic granite walls and woodland scenery.

from$190

Boston: Underground Railroad History Tour of Beacon Hill (opens in a new tab)

204 2 h 30 min

Boston's role in the fight to end legalized slavery is linked by the Black Heritage Trail in historic Beacon Hill. This pedestrian path is best experienced on foot, in a small group, with a knowledgeable local guide! Your 2.5-hour loop tour travels from Boston Common to visit Underground Railroad sites, elite homes of "Boston Brahmins," and abolitionist landmarks such as the African Meeting House. Our small-group walking tour delves deeply into the years 1833 to 1863, the tumultuous years leading toward Civil War. We walk in the footsteps of 19th-century Bostonians, all of whom grappled with the "peculiar institution" of racial enslavement in the U.S. With a captivating storytelling approach, Hub Town Tours provides the perfect introduction to Boston's role in America's "Second Revolution." As we travel past landmarks from Civil War Boston, your guide shares the gripping story of local Bostonians finding their voices and demanding an end to injustice across their young nation.

from$35

Boston: Harvard, MIT, Quincy Market Small-Group Full-Day Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 7 h – 8 h

Discover Boston’s most iconic sights in one perfectly planned day. Walk through the world-famous campuses of Harvard and MIT, where history, innovation, and genius collide. Enjoy free time at the lively Quincy Market for lunch and local flavors before boarding a scenic Boston Harbor cruise included with your tour during the summer or a classic New England Lobster Lunch at Quincy Market during the winter. This experience blends academic legends, historic charm, and waterfront views into a complete, effortless Boston adventure built to impress.

from$129

Private Day Trip to Lexington and Concord from Boston (opens in a new tab)

36 6 h 30 min

Visit the real locations where the American Revolution began, while listening to hilarious yet little-known stories about our ancestors. Stand on Lexington Battle Green and listen to stories about the very first days of the war and the subsequent historical events which are still relevant to us today. Fall back in time with visits to restored houses and taverns to see how the Minutemen lived. Walk the Battle Road Trail, stage to multiple skirmishes and other "treasonous" events. Visit the Old North Bridge in Concord, where the Minutemen turned back the British Redcoats! Free time for lunch in historical Concord downtown with excellent local food options! The second half the day includes a tour of the author in Concord. Tour the Louisa May Alcott Orchard House where Little Women was written. Visit the Sleepy Hollow cemetery's famous Author's Ridge. See Walden Pond and Thoreau's Cabin!

from$453

Best Boston Private Tour, I know the secrets others don't! (opens in a new tab)

13 6 h – 8 h

I know the secrets that no one else knows. You will go on a small private tour where you will learn the amazing origins of everyday things. Enjoy the stories of the great places where liberty was born, told by an amazing guide and driver who really knows his stuff. I will lead you through the interior of Old Ironsides, the battleground and museum at The Battle of Bunker Hill and the incredible history of Harvard while amazing you with information about Boston that most Bostonians don't even know. We provide better service because unlike big chains, we are local and depend on our guests' satisfaction.

from$499

Boston, Lexington and Concord Revolutionary War Car Tour (opens in a new tab)

15 6 h

This private car tour is comprehensive enough for any history buff, but as interesting in other ways for non history nerds. It's a unique combination of the Revolutionary War sites in Boston and Cambridge that you won't have seen. Then onto Lexington and Concord to see the towns where the "shot heard round the world" was fired. We'll take the same route as Paul Revere, stopping at the most significant, and lesser known sites along the way giving a detailed account of events in April 1775. For those less interested in the details of the battles, there's the option to visit the home of Louisa May Alcott or just take some time to enjoy the pretty main street of Concord. The itinerary gives the list of sites we'll visit, but timings are flexible to let us spend time at the places you're most interested in. We'll also stop for lunch (not included in price of tour) and there's plenty of photo opportunities.

from$995

Full-Day Minivan Tour of Revolutionary Boston, Lexington and Concord (opens in a new tab)

23 6 h

Immerse yourself in our colonial history! On this six-hour driving tour, you will see the sights and hear the stories of Boston's colonial past narrated by a professional historian and experienced guide with ample opportunities for taking pictures. This is an excellent tour for seasoned historians and students alike. A meal break will be taken in Concord or elsewhere as directed.

from$1,075

Tour to Plymouth including Plimoth Patuxet Museum and Mayflower (opens in a new tab)

6 8 h

Plymouth Colony comes to life in our recreation of early Plymouth, complete with timber-framed houses furnished with reproductions of the types of objects that the Pilgrims owned, aromatic kitchen gardens, and heritage breeds livestock. At The Patuxet Homesite, learn about the Indigenous heritage of the 17th-century lifeways of a culture that continues to thrive today. At the Craft Center, located in close proximity to the 17th-Century English Village, you will learn from a variety of skilled artisans and museum historians. Mayflower is an iconic symbol of freedom. Of the hundreds of ships that made the transatlantic crossing in the 1600s, she is the ship we remember. At our reproduction of the Plymouth Colonists’ original 1636 grain mill on Town Brook, take a fascinating look at the mill’s history and workings, from the 200-year-old millstones grinding corn to the ecology of the brook that has powered mills throughout the centuries.

from$279

Boston Universities and Harbor Cruise Day Tour (opens in a new tab)

15 6 h – 7 h

Discover Boston's academic and waterfront highlights in a small group. Walk through Harvard University and MIT, then enjoy time at historic Quincy Market. Summer departures include a Boston Harbor cruise, while winter departures replace the cruise with an included lobster meal featuring a whole lobster, clam chowder, corn, and bottled water.

from$159

Small Group Day Trip to Salem and Hammond Castle from Boston (opens in a new tab)

20 7 h – 9 h

Take a semi-private day trip you'll never forget! Start the day with a pickup at your door, then ride up the North Shore to Hammond Castle, located on the ocean cliffs of Gloucester. Take a guided tour of the castle, learning about the history of the eccentric millionaire inventor who built it. Enjoy free time to explore the castle and gardens with plenty of opportunities for stunning photos. Drive to Salem, where you will have free time for lunch. Choose from a wide variety of dining options in the historic downtown. After lunch, your guide will take you on a tour of Salem. Learn about the infamous witch trials of 1692, see the real places where the victims were hanged. Learn the story of the "Corwin Curse" as you take a picture in front of the historic Witch House. See the locations where Hocus Pocus was filmed. Take a drive through one of the most beautiful streets in North America, lined with mansions built on the city's maritime fortune.

from$225

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