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Private, Guided Sightseeing Tour of Marthas Vineyard Island(3hrs)

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Martha's Vineyard, USA
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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

-Offering private tours of beautiful Marthas' Vineyard Island specifically for small groups of people (5 max) looking for a truly unique experience.

-Relax and enjoy this narrated tour as we drive along the scenic coast, stop for photos, talk about famous people, learn about local history, all while passing through the 6 island towns.

-For those travelers coming over for the day with limited time, who would like to see the whole island, this is the perfect tour.

What's Included

  • Bottled Water
  • Fixed itinerary only: no unscheduled stops, route modifications, or luggage transport.
  • Luxury Mini-Van (Extremely Clean).
  • Customizations
  • Gratuities
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Vineyard Haven

We drive past the Steamship Authority Wharf and then along Vineyard Havens' Historic Main Street which winds down towards West Chop and the outer Harbor.
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1 minute Admission Ticket Free

West Chop Lighthouse

Enjoy the charming architecture of this historical lighthouse as well as the beautiful bluff of West Chop. We pause here briefly to learn about lighthouses and then continue our drive along this picturesque coastal area passing by the West Chop Club and scenic overlook of the Elizabeth Islands. We stop at this overlook for photos!
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Aquinnah Cliffs

Walk around the picturesque cliffs that overlook Nomans' and the Elizabeth Islands. Takes pictures of the sound as well as the painted clay cliffs that make this area such a sought after destination. Enjoy some local seafood or burgers while supporting the local Wampanoag population. Ice cream is also available seasonally. Take pictures of the Aquinnah Lighthouse and learn how it was moved, to preserve it from erosion.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Edgartown

We drive along the timeless Main Street area where the Old Whaling Church can be seen as well as the harbor and many of the charming shops and cottages that are so unique to the Edgartown look. We drive to the Edgartown light house and stop in front of the Harbor View Hotel where we will find sweeping views of the outer harbor and discuss the history of the lighthouse.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Joseph Sylvia State Beach (pass by)

Take in views of the ocean as well as Sengekontacket Pond as we drive past Jaws Bridge.
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Oak Bluffs

Here we will focus on the Gingerbread Cottages of the Old Methodist Campground. We stop for pictures as we drive through this uniquely, well preserved area. From here we drive along Oak Bluffs harbor and then East Chop bluff which eventually leads back to Vineyard Haven as we drop off at the Steamship Authority Terminal for the conclusion of our tour.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No Schedule Modifications: Itineraries, schedules, and vehicle capacities are fixed as published. Unscheduled stops, modifications, or requests to handle baggage/luggage transport will not be accommodated.
  • Prompt Departure: All tours depart precisely at the scheduled start time. Because tours are booked for a fixed window, any time lost due to late arrival by the party cannot be made up or extended at the end of the tour.
  • The 15-Minute Cutoff: If a party fails to arrive or is not ready to depart within 15 minutes of the scheduled start time, the tour will be canceled as a no-show, with zero refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private, Guided Sightseeing Tour of Marthas Vineyard Island(3hrs)?

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 (EST). 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

Activity name

  • Bottled Water
  • Fixed itinerary only: no unscheduled stops, route modifications, or luggage transport.
  • Luxury Mini-Van (Extremely Clean).
  • 15-minute delay max: late arrivals past 15 mins cancel as a no-show with zero refund.
  • Small Group Tour
  • Tours depart on schedule. Lost time due to late arrivals cannot be made up or extended.
  • Historical details/facts about the Island, past and present.
  • Professional Driver/Guide
  • Customizations
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • No Schedule Modifications: Itineraries, schedules, and vehicle capacities are fixed as published. Unscheduled stops, modifications, or requests to handle baggage/luggage transport will not be accommodated.
  • Prompt Departure: All tours depart precisely at the scheduled start time. Because tours are booked for a fixed window, any time lost due to late arrival by the party cannot be made up or extended at the end of the tour.
  • The 15-Minute Cutoff: If a party fails to arrive or is not ready to depart within 15 minutes of the scheduled start time, the tour will be canceled as a no-show, with zero refund.

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