Boston Small Group Day Tour:Harvard, MIT and Boston Harbor Cruise
Overview
Explore the best of Boston with this unforgettable tour! Walk through the historic grounds of Harvard University, where world-changing ideas are born. Visit the prestigious MIT, home to groundbreaking innovation. Stroll through the lively Quincy Market, filled with delicious local eats and vibrant street performers. Finally, unwind on a scenic Boston Harbor Cruise, taking in stunning waterfront views and learning about the city’s rich maritime history. A perfect mix of history, culture, and breathtaking sights—don’t miss this incredible experience!
What's Included
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Professional vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
- Tax fees
- Boston Harbor Cruise Ticket
- Professional Driver-Guide
- Meals Meals, Food and Drinks
- Gratuities(15%~20% Recommend)
- Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.
Meeting and Pickup
We provide pick-up and drop-off services for 19 hotels within our service area. Your pickup time is earlier or later than your start time on the voucher. For specific pick-up times, please contact the tour operator after booking to confirm your pickup time. Our team will also send you a confirmation message one day before your departure.07:30Departure Quincy, MA （China Pearl）；237 Quincy Ave, Quincy, MA 02169； 08:00Departure Chinatown, Boston；88 Beach St, Boston, MA 02111；Returning location same as departure location； The returning location is the same as departure location. The returning time depends on the actual itinerary, weather, and traffic of the day. Pleases ask the guide on the last day of the tour for more information.
What To Expect
Boston (Pass By)
Cambridge
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Harvard University
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Quincy Market
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Boston Harbor Cruises/Autoport
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Boston
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant travelers may join if they are under 24 weeks pregnant by the end of the trip.
- Please double-check your booking details (name and contact info), as any errors may result in additional personal costs.
- Tickets and Admission Policy: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted for participation in the tour. All admission tickets must be purchased either during booking or directly from your tour guide on the day of the tour.
- You must contact the tour operator at least 3 days prior to the departure date to provide the pick-up location. If no information is received by the deadline, the default pick-up location and time will be automatically assigned: 7:30am at Quincy, MA(China Pearl)--237 Quincy Ave, Quincy, MA 02169
- For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend bringing comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
- Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. When traveling on the minivans or vans, booster seats may be needed. Please contact the tour operator in advance if needed. Rental service is also available upon request.
- For safety and communication purposes during the trip, a valid and reachable phone number is required for participants.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-132218P514
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- Professional vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day).
- Tax fees.
- Boston Harbor Cruise Ticket.
- Professional Driver-Guide.
- Meals. Meals, Food and Drinks.
- Gratuities(15%~20% Recommend).
- Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Boston Small Group Day Tour:Harvard, MIT and Boston Harbor Cruise is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Boston Small Group Day Tour:Harvard, MIT and Boston Harbor Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Professional vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
- Tax fees
- Boston Harbor Cruise Ticket
- Professional Driver-Guide
- MealsMeals, Food and Drinks
- Gratuities(15%~20% Recommend)
- Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant travelers may join if they are under 24 weeks pregnant by the end of the trip.
- Please double-check your booking details (name and contact info), as any errors may result in additional personal costs.
- Tickets and Admission Policy: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted for participation in the tour. All admission tickets must be purchased either during booking or directly from your tour guide on the day of the tour.
- You must contact the tour operator at least 3 days prior to the departure date to provide the pick-up location. If no information is received by the deadline, the default pick-up location and time will be automatically assigned: 7:30am at Quincy, MA(China Pearl)--237 Quincy Ave, Quincy, MA 02169
- For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend bringing comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
- Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. When traveling on the minivans or vans, booster seats may be needed. Please contact the tour operator in advance if needed. Rental service is also available upon request.
- For safety and communication purposes during the trip, a valid and reachable phone number is required for participants.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
