Boston, Cape Cod & The Islands - Small Group (Summer 2026)
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Length
8 Days
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Starts in
Boston (Massachusetts)
Ends in
Boston (Massachusetts)
Available Tour Start Dates
MAY 8, 2026 to AUG 21, 2026 These are the tour start dates for instances of this tour that were available the last time Insight Vacations sent us such information. There may be other departures for this tour that are not available (i.e. sold out or cancelled).
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Language
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Small Group
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Overview
This 8-Day guided tour blends history with glamour as you travel from Massachusetts to Rhode Island. Follow the red-brick Freedom Trail in Boston to see where the U.S. took shape. On the shores of Cape Cod Bay, see Sandwich, a coastal town famous for its glassmakers; here, visit the Sandwich Glass Museum, where you can learn tricks of the trade. At Martha's Vineyard, a driver will take you past the former home of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and to Oak Bluffs, an idyllic town with gingerbread-like cottages. Indulge in a sea-to-table feast filled with fish caught from local fishermen, fresh produce from nearby farms and delicacies picked by foragers. In the seaside city of Newport, board an 80-foot schooner to cruise the coastline, taking in views of historical buildings and the homes of the rich and famous — and learn about the area’s past as a pirates’ haven.
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FridayMay 15, 2026
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FridayAug 21, 2026
FridayAug 28, 2026
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Available for new bookings made starting 10/22/20. Subject to expire without advanced notice.
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application of any applicable promotions. Additional
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(Departure #20260821)
Tour Itinerary
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Boston, Cape Cod & The Islands - Small Group (Summer 2026)
Insight Vacations Tour Code 19-1526
Day 1
Boston, the Cradle of Liberty
Welcome to Boston, described by many as the most European city in the U.S., you can expect a thriving art scene, delicious variety of seafood delicacies and plenty of charm. Arrive to the Hyatt Regency Boston, just steps from Boston's most desirable area-attractions such as the Boston Common, Faneuil Hall, and Boston's famous shopping destination, Newbury Street. A 10-to-15 minute walk will bring you to the South End, Back Bay or the Charles River Esplanade. At 18:00, join your Travel Director for a Welcome Dinner with wine and an opportunity to mingle with fellow guests.
Meals Included:
Dinner with Wine
Accommodations:Hyatt Regency, Boston
Day 2
Historic Boston
Explore the city with your Travel Director and learn about its transformative past. You’ll follow part of the red-brick Freedom Trail that brings the story of the American Revolution to life. See Bunker Hill Monument, Boston Common, Boston Public Garden, Trinity Church and Copley Square. Later, with Insight Choice choose to visit the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum dedicated to the memory of the nation's thirty-fifth president, or tour Boston's oldest and largest Museum of Fine Arts, which is home to over 500,000 works of art, making it one of the largest art collections in the Americas. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Hyatt Regency, Boston
Day 3
Pilgrim Heritage and on to Sandwich
This morning, discover Plymouth's history at the first Pilgrim settlement. Visit Pilgrim Hall Museum, the oldest continuously operating public museum in the country and America’s museum of Pilgrim possessions. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you visit the Plimoth Patuxet Museum. This living memorial is dedicated to preserving the histories of the Native and English inhabitants of this region and educating the public on early settlers and the Wampanoag People in an immersive and engaging environment. Later you'll get to know the Cape more intimately as you make your way to the coastal haven of Sandwich. This afternoon, discover the art and science of glass making at Sandwich Glass Museum where you can watch glassblowers in action and explore exhibits spanning over three centuries. Enjoy a dinner back at your hotel later this evening featuring local favorites.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner with Wine
Accommodations:Dan'l Webster Inn and Spa, Sandwich
Day 4
Explore Cape Cod
Head out to Salt Pond on Cape Cod's National Seashore and learn about the natural wonder and human history represented on the Cape, from its First People and European settlement to modern lifestyles and communication technology. An optional experience on the Sand Dunes of the National Seashore may present itself later today. Roll through the Dune Shacks of Peaked Hill Bars Historic District, catching sight of Pilgrim Lake and the famed artists’ dune shacks while Local Experts share the history and ecology of these striking and inspiring dunes.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Dan'l Webster Inn and Spa, Sandwich
Day 5
Martha's Vineyard, a Presidential Paradise
Board a ferry this morning to Martha's Vineyard (seasonal). Home to pristine sandy beaches, outdoor attractions and heavenly harbor towns, this summer hangout is no stranger to presidential visits. The island has hosted the Clintons and the Obamas, while the former U.S. First Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, maintained a home here. After disembarking, make your way to Oak Bluffs, known for its rainbow-colored, gingerbread-like cottages with gothic storybook decorations, high-peaked roofs, and dainty verandas. You’ll also find the oldest operating platform carousel in America here. Get acquainted with the island, before reaching your hotel. Tonight's dinner is sure to delight with the season’s freshest offerings from local farms, fishing boats, foragers and markets.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner with Wine
Accommodations:Harbor View, Martha's Vineyard
Day 6
Nantucket Island
Depart Martha's Vineyard in style on a high-speed catamaran for the picturesque island of Nantucket. Not only has it retained the charm of a bygone era, it is one of the most exclusive coastal communities in the U.S. During your visit, take in the beauty of the antique cobblestone streets, lined with high- end boutiques and breathtaking architecture during a guided walking tour. The homes date back to its whaling days which also influenced much of the culture on the island. In the past, the style of home directly correlated to a whaler's ranking. Return to the mainland in the evening to relax at your luxurious hotel.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Viking, Newport
Day 7
Newport, the Queen of Summer Resorts Relaxed Start
This morning, you'll enjoy a visit to The Breakers, a Gilded Age mansion and summer residence of Cornelius Vanderbilt II. The 70-room estate is the grandest of Newport's summer cottages. Today, it is a National Historic Landmark that serves as a symbol of the Vanderbilt family's social and financial pre-eminence in the Gilded Age. This afternoon, sail around Newport Harbor aboard the Rum Runner II cruising by Newport mansions and former speakeasies, lighthouses, islands, and many other points of interest along the waterfront. Our journey through New England is almost at its end, but not before you join your fellow travelers for a Celebration Dinner at La Forge Casino Restaurant originally established in 1880.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner with Wine
Accommodations:Viking, Newport
Day 8
Back to Boston Relaxed Start
It's time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers as you return to Boston. For those heading home there will be complimentary transfers to Boston Logan International Airport, arriving at 12:00. Alternatively, you may return to the Hyatt Regency Boston if you wish to extend your stay.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
More Details
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Travelers Notes
NOTE: This Trip falls under Tour Deposit Level 2. Please refer to the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations policies on our website. DAY 1: On the first day of the itinerary guests to arrive into Boston General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS). Guests make their own arrival transfer arrangements or can purchase private transfer. It is not recommended to book flights arriving after 15:00 on the first day of the trip. Guest meet their Travel Director at approximately 18:00 for a Welcome Reception and a short introduction on the first day of the tour, please be aware when booking your flights. DAY 8: On the last day of the itinerary guests to depart from Boston General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS). Complimentary transfer will arrive at 12:00 on last day only, please be aware when booking flights.TRANSFERS: Private chargeable transfers are available at an additional charge on the arrival and departure days of the itinerary or in conjunction with pre-trip or post-trip accommodation booked through Insight Vacations. Guests who purchase private sedan transfers through Insight Vacations will be responsible to make a reservation directly with RMA 30 days to 7 days prior to departure. Additional information will be included with documents. GROUND HANDLER: This trip is operated by Ground Handler, Destination America.
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