Harvard, MIT & Boston Harbor Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Harvard's historic campus
- Discover MIT's innovative architecture
- Cruise Boston Harbor's scenic waters
- Learn about Boston's rich history
- Enjoy picturesque waterfront views
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Harvard University
- Visit to Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
- Boston Harbor Cruise
- Meals and beverages
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine
- Cruise may be subject to weather conditions
- Advance booking is recommended
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for campus tours
- Bring a light jacket for the harbor cruise
- Check the weather forecast before departure
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
- Easy Public Transport
- Stroller Accessible
Good to know
- Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
- Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
- Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
- 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.
- 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.
- Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number is required for safety and trip communication.
- Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law when traveling on the minivans or vans. Please contact the operator in advance if needed; rental available on request.
- Seasonal Itinerary Disclosure: This tour offers different seasonal inclusions based on travel dates. • Summer Season (May–Oct): Includes a 1-hour Boston Harbor Cruise and approximately 2 hours of free time at Quincy Market. Lobster lunch is not included during the summer season. • Winter Season (Nov–Apr): The Boston Harbor Cruise is not available. Includes approximately 3 hours of free time at Quincy Market and a lobster lunch combo meal. Seasonal inclusions vary and are subject to availability based on the travel date.
- For individual special needs, we may not be able to guarantee it. For special reasons, please confirm with the tour operator whether your special request is feasible after your booking is confirmed.
Traveler reviews
Light & easygoing
We had a light, easygoing tour and a wonderful experience. Paco was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about Harvard, MIT, and Boston, sharing interesting facts throughout the day. We enjoyed lunch at Quincy Market, time exploring Faneuil Hall, and the one hour Boston Harbor Cruise, which offered beautiful views of the city’s historic buildings A highlight was visiting the Boston Public Library, where our girls had a great time. Paco was also flexible in accommodating our requests, and his excellent service made the tour even more enjoyable. We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Boston.
Harvard, MIT and Boston river cruise
Paco did a great job showing us around the spots at Harvard, MIT and arranging our river cruise tour. Since we were his only pickup he also accommodated us and picked up at our hotel instead of a nearby one. He loves Boston and knows the city and info about it. We had plenty of time to ask him questions and also explore a bit on our own.
Great Boston tour
Paco our tour guide gave a very interesting tour of the Boston area.
Excelent event
The experience was amazing. The dream came true. The guide Willy was very kind and dedicated to enhance the experience.
Great trip highly recommend
Had a fantastic day with Jeffrey & Chloe. We saw so much in a short space and both guides really looked after us, giving so much local information and nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely recommend - 5 Stars!