Cape Cod & the Islands
Cape Cod & the Islands
Cape Cod & the Islands
8 Days Starting and ending in Boston, Massachusetts
Visiting: Boston, Massachusetts, Boston, Martha's Vineyard, Provincetown, Nantucket, Newport, Rhode Island, North America
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AO-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
With the seaside town of Hyannis as home base, you’ll ferry to see the gingerbread cottages of Martha’s Vineyard and the imposing mansions of Nantucket. Plus, an excursion to colorful Provincetown, a favorite summer hub for artists and writers. Boston’s grand history and Newport’s colossal “cottages” – including Cornelius Vanderbilt’s The Breakers – offer giant glimpses into New England’s rich past. This Cape Cod and the islands tour also includes a visit to Plymouth to see where the pilgrims landed and give thanks for the freshest seafood you’ve ever tasted!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Boston,Massachusetts
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Westin Copley Place Boston
This evening, mingle with your travel companions at 6 pm for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
ARRIVE IN BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS Welcome to Beantown! This evening, mingle with your travel companions at 6 pm for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.BOSTON-CITYSCAPE.jpg
Day 2: Boston
Location: Boston
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Westin Copley Place Boston
Meals Included: Breakfast
BOSTON Boston’s Bold History Your walking tour with a Local Guide focuses on the city’s most prominent landmarks. Balance of the day is at your leisure. You may wish to take a whale watching cruise, stroll the historic waterfront, or dine at one of the many cherished restaurants around town. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT ICONIC FOOTSTEPS “Listen, my children, and you shall hear about the midnight ride of Paul Revere!” Take a guided walking tour of the legendary landmarks of Boston. Here, in the cradle of liberty, you’ll walk in the iconic footsteps of American forefathers. See the Boston Common, the Old State House, Old North Church (where Paul Revere got the signal to start his famous ride), Freedom Trail, and Faneuil Hall - with the opportunity to browse in Quincy Market.BOSTON-OLD-STATE-HOUSE.jpg
Day 3: Boston,Plymouth,Hyannis
Location: Boston
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyannis Harbor Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
BOSTON–PLYMOUTH–HYANNIS Pilgrims’ Pride Head south to Plymouth, where the Pilgrims landed over 400 years ago to establish the first permanent settlement in New England. See legendary Plymouth Rock. Next, explore Plimoth Patuxet Museums and learn about the daily life for the Pilgrims and the contributions of the Indigenous Pokanoket people. Visit Mayflower II, built by hand using traditional methods and tools familiar to 17th-century. Then, on to Hyannis for a 4-night stay. Tonight, enjoy a [LF] regional seafood dinner. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE TASTES AND TRADITIONS No visit to Cape Cod is complete without indulging in its regional bounty of seafood. Your stay in Hyannis includes a regional seafood dinner to celebrate your time in this timeless village on the cape. TOUR HIGHLIGHTNEWCOMERS IN A NATIVE LAND Bring history to life at the Plimoth Patuxet Museums with Plymouth Colony and Indigenous Pokanoket exhibits. Explore intertwined cultures, investigate changing landscapes, and understand 17th-century worldviews through immersive hands-on experiences.PLYMOUTH-MAYFLOWER-II .jpg
Day 4: Hyannis. Excursion To Martha's Vineyard
Location: Martha's Vineyard
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyannis Harbor Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
HYANNIS. EXCURSION TO MARTHA'S VINEYARD On the Vineyard This morning, head to the harbor for your scenic ferry ride to Martha’s Vineyard for a tour with a Local Guide. Return to Hyannis where the evening is free. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Explore beautiful Martha’s Vineyard with a Local Guide, featuring Oak Bluffs with its Victorian “gingerbread” architecture. Spend some time in Edgartown, once an important shipping and whaling hub. Check out the enticing village stores, take a walk along the ocean, and admire the elegant homes along the tree-lined streets.HYANNIS.jpg
Day 5: Hyannis. Excursion To Provincetown
Location: Provincetown
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyannis Harbor Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
HYANNIS. EXCURSION TO PROVINCETOWN Chilling on the Cape Enjoy free time this morning and afternoon on the Cape. Relax at the resort or travel to Provincetown. Dinner this evening is at a local restaurant. (B,D) FREE TIME TIPSEXPLORE MORE in Cape Cod with a day to relax at your resort or join an excursion to drive the length of the peninsula’s arm to Provincetown. Once there, consider an optional ride on the Provincetown Dunes or enjoy your free time to wander through “P-town,” a lively summer resort and artist’s colony.PROVINCETOWN.jpg
Day 6: Hyannis. Excursion To Nantucket
Location: Nantucket
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyannis Harbor Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
HYANNIS. EXCURSION TO NANTUCKET Cape Cod Cruising This morning, head to the harbor for your scenic ferry ride to Nantucket. Time for lunch and a stroll around Straight Wharf with its marinas, shops, and art galleries. Tour with a Local Guide spotlighting the strong Quaker influence during the early days of settlement. Return to Hyannis via a ferry ride. See the John F. Kennedy Memorial and St. Francis Xavier Church before reaching your hotel. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Drive the narrow streets and admire charming Colonial-style houses and imposing mansions that reflect the prosperity of Nantucket’s whaling era. During your free time, visit the Whaling Museum with its engaging exhibitions and rooftop observation deck.NANTUCKET.jpg
Day 7: Hyannis,Newport,Rhode Island
Location: Newport, Rhode Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Viking
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
HYANNIS–NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND The Gilded Age This morning, head to Newport, an elegant yachting mecca on Narragansett Bay in the “Ocean State” of Rhode Island. On a sightseeing tour of Newport, see the first state house, the nation’s oldest synagogue, and more. Afterward, explore the extravagant lifestyle of the Gilded Age when visiting the Breakers. Later, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell lunch. This evening is free to explore Newport on your own. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTLEGENDARY LIVES Explore the extravagant lifestyle of a bygone era with a visit to the Breakers, shipping magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt’s historic mansion. Marvel at the lavish residence and artistic collection in this example of American industry and wealth at the turn of the century.NEWPORT.jpg
Day 8: Newport,Boston,Massachusetts
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart this morning for Boston. After a transfer to the airport for guests who have homebound flights, the motorcoach continues to the downtown Boston tour hotel where the tour ends. Please schedule flights from Boston’s Logan International Airport after 2 pm. Want to explore more in Boston? Extra nights are available for purchase.
NEWPORT–BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS Safe travels until we meet again! Depart this morning for Boston. After a transfer to the airport for guests who have homebound flights, the motorcoach continues to the downtown Boston tour hotel where the tour ends. Please schedule flights from Boston’s Logan International Airport after 2 pm. Want to explore more in Boston? Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)BOSTON-GEORGE-WASHINGTON-MONUMENT.jpg
What's Included
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Welcome Drink in Boston
Start your adventure with a welcome drink in Boston, mingling with fellow travelers.
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Guided Tours
Enjoy guided walking tours of Boston's historic landmarks, Plymouth's historical sites, Martha's Vineyard, Provincetown, Nantucket, and Newport's Gilded Age mansions.
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Accommodations
Stay in comfortable accommodations throughout your journey, including the Westin Copley Place Boston, Hyannis Harbor Hotel, and Hotel Viking in Newport.
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Meals
Breakfast daily, one lunch, and two dinners, including a regional seafood dinner in Hyannis.
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Scenic Ferry Rides
Experience scenic ferry rides to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, offering stunning views and a relaxing journey.
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International and domestic airfare are not included in the tour price.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions and personal spending are not included.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Notes
Guests should be prepared for easy but sustained walking throughout the tour, including ¼-½ mile over uneven ground during the Nantucket sightseeing. Guests with mobility concerns may experience uneven surfaces specifically for ferry loading and unloading, and limited access to passenger amenities on board certain vessels.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
Accommodation
Boston:Westin Copley Place BostonHyannis:Hyannis Harbor HotelNewport:Hotel Viking
Mode of Transport
Experience scenic ferry rides to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, offering stunning views and a relaxing journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of clothing should I pack for the Cape Cod & the Islands tour?
Considering the variety of activities and the ferry rides included in the tour, it's recommended to pack comfortable, casual clothing suitable for walking, as well as a jacket or sweater for cooler evenings and the ferry rides. Don't forget comfortable walking shoes.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package. It is recommended for all travelers to have travel insurance.
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Are there any meals included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes breakfast daily, one lunch, and two dinners, including a regional seafood dinner in Hyannis.
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What kind of accommodations can I expect during the tour?
You will stay in comfortable accommodations throughout your journey, including the Westin Copley Place Boston, Hyannis Harbor Hotel, and Hotel Viking in Newport.
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Will there be any free time during the tour for exploring on our own?
Yes, there will be free time during the tour, especially after guided activities. For example, after the walking tour in Boston, you may wish to take a whale watching cruise, stroll the historic waterfront, or dine at one of the many cherished restaurants around town.
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Are there any optional excursions, and are they included in the tour price?
Yes, there are optional excursions such as a ride on the Provincetown Dunes. However, optional excursions and personal spending are not included in the tour price.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.