Overview
Take advantage of your visit to Massachusetts by touring both Plymouth and Cape Cod combined. This tour offers scenic photo ops and points of interest spanning the period in American history from the 1600s through the 1800s. Each tour has a maximum group size of 14 to allow for a personal touch, so you can linger longer at important sites. This is a fully escorted tour. The company owner is a former history teacher and a local.
You will tour Cape Cod and the quaint Town of Sandwich, see the spectacular Cape Cod Canal and Sandwich Boardwalk. Also included is admission to the Sandwich Glass Museum, Dexter Grist Mill (seasonal), and a spectacular beach in Barnstable. In Plymouth see the Forefathers Monument, Pilgrim Hall Museum, Plymouth Rock, Mayflower II, and more.
There is opportunity to walk about at a leisurely pace. We offer fixed pickup locations in Boston or we can pick you up at your hotel and drop you back off at the end of the day. Leave the driving to us!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
In-vehicle air conditioning
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center
1 hour 15 min
After picking you up in Boston, your tour guide will drive south toward Cape Cod. First, you will visit the Cape Cod Canal, along with its museum and visitors center to learn about this incredible engineering feat.
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Sandwich
1 hour
In the beautiful town of Sandwich, we will also visit a historic bookstore and a beautiful barrier beach.
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Sandwich Boardwalk
30 min
Have a leisurely walk on the recently reconstructed Sandwich Boardwalk, and breathe in the fresh Atlantic air.
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Dexter’s Grist Mill
30 min
See a real grist mill for grinding maize from the 1650s. This is not a reproduction and watch a demonstration of the grinding stones producing fine corn flour.
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Sandwich Glass Museum
30 min
This glass factory and museum was founded in 1825 and features beautiful handmade works by local artists.
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Mayflower II
1 hour 30 min
After we stop for lunch at a favorite local restaurant, discover the fascinating history of the Mayflower as we tour the Mayflower II, an accurate reconstruction of the original ship.
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Plymouth Rock - Pilgrim Memorial State Park
30 min
Learn the history of the pilgrims' first arrival at Plymouth Rock--and see the rock itself. As they disembarked, they faced the massive challenge of creating a colony on unsettled land.
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Pilgrim Hall Museum
45 min
America's oldest museum (1827) has the real belonging of the Mayflower Pilgrims on display, including religious books, bibles, and the bassinet of Peregrine White, the first newborn in the New World.
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National Monument to the Forefathers
30 min
View the world's largest solid granite monument, dedicated in 1889 in memory of the Mayflower pilgrims. Learn more about the history of their first years in the New World.
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Boston
1 hour
After an enjoyable day of sites, sounds, and experiences your guide will bring you back to Boston for drop-off at your pick-up location.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Day Tour of Plymouth and Cape Cod from Boston
Can I cancel Day Tour of Plymouth and Cape Cod from Boston for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8–9 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included?
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center, Sandwich, Sandwich Boardwalk, Dexter’s Grist Mill, Sandwich Glass Museum, Mayflower II, Plymouth Rock - Pilgrim Memorial State Park, Pilgrim Hall Museum.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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