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

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Chilmark Dunes come to life at sunset. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Aquinnah Cliffs — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

-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.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English
Operated by: Laid Back Tours

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Customizations
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Vineyard Haven

1 min

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.
West Chop Lighthouse

5 min

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!
Aquinnah Cliffs

20 min

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.
Edgartown

2 min

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.
Joseph Sylvia State Beach

Passing by

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

2 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We pick up all passengers in a white Chrysler Town and Country mini van.
We pick up all passengers in a white Chrysler Town and Country mini van.
We pick up all passengers in a white Chrysler Town and Country mini van.
We pick up in front of the ticket office in a white Chrysler Town and Country mini van.

End point

We pick up all passengers in a white Chrysler Town and Country mini van.
We pick up all passengers in a white Chrysler Town and Country mini van.
We pick up all passengers in a white Chrysler Town and Country mini van.
We pick up in front of the ticket office in a white Chrysler Town and Country mini van.

Using your ticket

Please feel free to call me at (508)296-8555 with any additional questions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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.