Discover beautiful scenery. Unwind on the charming island of Martha’s Vineyard. Visit the historic coastal towns of Plymouth, Mystic and Newport

This self-drive introduces you to New England’s fascinating history and maritime culture. See the spot where the “Pilgrim Fathers” landed and established their first colony in Plymouth. Enjoy the laidback beach lifestyle of stylish Martha’s Vineyard in Cape Cod, visit elegant Newport in Rhode Island and stay in the quaint village of Mystic.

Day 1   Boston - Plymouth
40 miles. On arrival into Boston Airport, collect your hire car and drive south to beautiful Plymouth, one of the oldest towns in America, founded in 1620.
Overnight: Plymouth

Day 2   Plymouth - Martha’s Vineyard
40 miles (land only). Visit Plymouth’s waterfront to see the Mayflower II, a full-size replica of the ship that carried the early settlers to the New World, and Plymouth Rock, upon which the pilgrims first stepped. Later, drive to Woods Hole, park your car and take a short ferry journey to Martha’s Vineyard for a three-night stay. Your charming hotel is located in the popular seaside village of Vineyard Haven.
2 nights: Martha’s Vineyard

Days 3-4   Martha’s Vineyard
Discover a variety of landscapes and histories today from the busy, fashionable eastern half of the island where Oak Bluffs, Edgartown, and Vineyard Haven lure the rich and famous to the sparsely populated and sleepy towns in the west. Relax on the beach or enjoy activities from horseback riding at sunset to golf and tennis. Alternatively, take the ferry to neighbouring Nantucket Island and stroll its cobblestone streets lined with quaint boutiques.

Day 5   Martha’s Vineyard   Newport - Mystic
120 miles (land only). Return by ferry to the mainland and drive to Newport, filled with the opulence of an earlier period. Journey along Ocean Drive and “Millionaire’s Row” to view the summer cottages of the Gilded Age. Newport’s charming Brick Marketplace and waterfront area are filled with shops and restaurants. Continue to the quaint fishing town of Mystic.
2 nights: Mystic

Day 6   Mystic
Visit Mystic Seaport, a leading maritime museum. Climb aboard historic tall ships, stroll through a re-created 19th century coastal village or watch a working shipyard.

Day 7   Mystic - Boston
100 miles. Visit the Freedom Trail to see important sites from colonial and revolutionary periods, before heading back to Boston Airport to return your car.

Holiday Includes
• 6 nights accommodation, including tax.
• 7 days fully inclusive compact car hire, as detailed.
• Ferry transfer for two passengers from Woods Hole to Martha’s Vineyard*.
• A personalised travel kit with full itinerary and vouchers.
* Should you wish to drive to Martha’s Vineyard, we are able to pre-book a vehicle space on the ferry, for £110 per vehicle. Please call for details.

Holiday Excludes
• Airfares and airport taxes.   
• Meals and attractions, unless otherwise stated.
• Optional airport transfers on arrival.
• Petrol and parking charges and national park entrance fees.

Your Accommodation
• 1 night Hilton Garden Inn, Plymouth.
• 3 nights Mansion House (king bedded room), Martha’s Vineyard.
• 2 nights Comfort Inn, Mystic.

Hotels may be altered, upgraded or extended upon request.
Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be substituted. This will be advised at the time of booking.