If you have limited time but still want to see all that Martha’s Vineyard has to offer, then book this private sightseeing tour. You’ll pass through the six island towns with a local guide, who will tell you all about the area, and allow time for plenty of photo stops. You’ll also be driven from place to place in a comfortable, luxury minivan.
- Easy to find departure point
- Ride comfortably in a luxury minivan
- Stop for lobster rolls and clam chowder (additional expense)
- Tour for around 3 hours, then the rest of the day is free
What To Expect
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.
• 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!
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.
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.
2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Joseph Sylvia State Beach
Take in views of the ocean as well as Sengekontacket Pond as we drive past Jaws Bridge.
• Admission Ticket Free
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.
2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Max group – 5
