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Boston Universities and Harbor Cruise Day Tour

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About the activity

Explore Boston's top sights: Harvard University, MIT, Quincy Market, and a scenic Harbor Cruise (summer) or a Boston lobster meal (winter), blending history, culture, and stunning views.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Free pickup
    A complimentary hotel pick-up service is offered.
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    6.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Summer (May-Oct) exclusive bonus: enjoy a 1-hour Boston Harbor cruise (valued at $46)
    • Winter (Nov-Apr) exclusive bonus: enjoy a lobster lunch combo meal with a whole lobster, a cup of clam chowder, corn on the cob, and a bottled water (valued at $48 + tax)
    • Bottled water and snacks
    • Select pick-up and drop-off locations available in Boston
    • Travel with an expert tour guide/driver guide for a smooth and insightful journey
    • Ride in comfortable and professionally maintained vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
    • Personal expenses
    • Meals
    • Gratuities (15% - 20% recommended)
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Visit Harvard University and MIT in one day
  • Explore the historic food halls of Quincy Market
  • Take an included Boston Harbor cruise in summer
  • Enjoy an included lobster meal during the winter route
  • Travel in a small group of no more than 10 guests

Description

Overview:
Discover Boston's academic and waterfront highlights in a small group. Walk through Harvard University and MIT, then enjoy time at historic Quincy Market. Summer departures include a Boston Harbor cruise, while winter departures replace the cruise with an included lobster meal featuring a whole lobster, clam chowder, corn, and bottled water.
Itinerary + Stop Description:
Summer Route: Harvard University (60 min) -> Massachusetts Institute of Technology (60 min) -> Quincy Market (120 min, including lunch time) -> Boston Harbor Cruise (60 min, ticket included)
Harvard University (60 min, admission free)
Walk through the historic red-brick campus and experience the atmosphere of America's oldest university.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (60 min, admission free)
Visit the Cambridge campus of a university known worldwide for science, engineering, and innovation.
Quincy Market (120 min, including lunch time)
Browse historic market halls filled with local food, shops, souvenirs, and street performances.
Boston Harbor Cruise (60 min, ticket included)
Cruise the historic harbor for waterfront views and stories about Boston's maritime past.
Winter Route: Harvard University (60 min) -> Massachusetts Institute of Technology (60 min) -> Quincy Market (120 min, including lunch time) -> Boston Lobster Meal (60 min, included)
Harvard University (60 min, admission free)
Walk through the historic red-brick campus and experience the atmosphere of America's oldest university.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (60 min, admission free)
Visit the Cambridge campus of a university known worldwide for science, engineering, and innovation.
Quincy Market (120 min, including lunch time)
Browse historic market halls filled with local food, shops, souvenirs, and street performances.
Boston Lobster Meal (60 min, included in winter)
Enjoy a whole lobster with clam chowder, corn, and bottled water.

Good to know before you go
  • By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms
  • Pickup time may differ from the voucher start time. Confirm with the operator after booking and check the "Meeting & Pick-up" section for details
  • Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour
  • Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks. Children under 6 may need a booster seat (rental available, contact operator)
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
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3. What is a free pickup?
When a tour company offers free pickup, it means that they will pick you up from your hotel or other designated location at no charge. When making a reservation, you can specify your pickup location.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
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