Private, Guided Sightseeing Tour of Marthas Vineyard Island(3hrs)
Overview
-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.
Inclusions
- Luxury Mini-Van (Extremely Clean).
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Small Group Tour
- Historical details/facts about the Island, past and present.
- Bottled Water
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Vineyard Haven, Vineyard Haven, Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
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.
Stop At: West Chop Lighthouse, W Chop Rd., Vineyard Haven, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02568
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!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Aquinnah Cliffs, State Rd., Aquinnah, Martha's Vineyard, MA
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Edgartown, Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
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.
Duration: 2 minutes
Pass By: Joseph Sylvia State Beach, btwn Oak Bluffs and Edgartown off Beach Rd, Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02539
Take in views of the ocean as well as Sengekontacket Pond as we drive past Jaws Bridge.
Stop At: Oak Bluffs, Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
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.
Duration: 2 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- As previously mentioned, this is for small groups only. We will be traveling in a very clean and well kept Chrysler Town and Country Mini-Van. We clean and sanitize daily. However, please be aware this is a fairly closed space and therefore ask that you please be exceptionally courteous and kind.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Craig was so genuine, knowledgeable, and kind. We had a amazing time, despite the very windy day. We highly recommend him.
Craig was so genuine, knowledgeable, and kind. We had a amazing time, despite the very windy day. We highly recommend him.Had a great experience with Laid Back Tours on beautiful Martha’s Vineyard Island. Craig was extremely accommodating and he was very knowledgeable about the extensive island history. If you are going to Martha’s Vineyard make sure to contact Craig. You won’t be disappointed.
Had a great experience with Laid Back Tours on beautiful Martha’s Vineyard Island. Craig was extremely accommodating and he was very knowledgeable about the extensive island history. If you are going to Martha’s Vineyard make sure to contact Craig. You won’t be disappointed.We really enjoyed seeing the Ginger Bread Cottages, eating fresh seafood on the dock at the quaint fishing village as well as the breathtaking views we took in from the Painted Cliffs in Aquinnah. Craig, our guide, was knowledgable, patient and an all around great guy!
We really enjoyed seeing the Ginger Bread Cottages, eating fresh seafood on the dock at the quaint fishing village as well as the breathtaking views we took in from the Painted Cliffs in Aquinnah. Craig, our guide, was knowledgable, patient and an all around great guy!What a great day touring around the Island. Our guide was very kind and knowlegble about the area. He really took his time with us so we never felt rushed. This was a comfortable experiance that we recommend to future travelers.
What a great day touring around the Island. Our guide was very kind and knowlegble about the area. He really took his time with us so we never felt rushed. This was a comfortable experiance that we recommend to future travelers.Craig is a very knowledgeable tour guide. He provided excellent historical facts about the lighthouses and towns of Martha's Vineyard in a very entertaining way. Our young girls enjoyed it as well, especially the Jaws stories. Most importantly, my family and I had a blast on this tour and we reco...
Craig is a very knowledgeable tour guide. He provided excellent historical facts about the lighthouses and towns of Martha's Vineyard in a very entertaining way. Our young girls enjoyed it as well, especially the Jaws stories. Most importantly, my family and I had a blast on this tour and we recommend it to everyone!Unforgettable trip around such an amazing island. We came over on the ferry just for the fay and this tour was the highlight. Friendly people and a very knowledgeable guide made this tour!
Unforgettable trip around such an amazing island. We came over on the ferry just for the fay and this tour was the highlight. Friendly people and a very knowledgeable guide made this tour!