Martha's Vineyard & Cape Cod
Available Trips:
2008
Martha's Vineyard/Nantucket/Cape Cod: 7 days, (Sept. 13–19, 2008)2009
Martha's Vineyard/Nantucket/Cape Cod: 7 days, (September 12–18, 2009) $975Day 1
Hyannis, MassachusettsCheck-in throughout the day. Visit the city and shops and watch the largest recreational boating and second largest commercial fishing port on Cape Cod. In the evening meet new friends during the Welcome Dinner and Get Together.
Lodging: Cape Cod Inn
Hyannis, Massachusetts
Dinner: Roadhouse Restaurant -
Hyannis, Massachusetts
Menu Selection (based on 2007 trip):
Salad
+ Soft Drink/Tea
+ Menu choices:
- Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli - with mushrooms and spinach in a pesto tomato broth.
- Soy Ginger Braised Short Ribs - served over Jasmine rice with siracha sauce.
- Grilled Double-Cut Stuffed Pork Chop - stuffed with prosciuto, spinach, roasted red peppers. and mozzarella, topped with a port wine demi-glace, served with garlic mashed potatoes and vegetable.
- Chicken Parmesan - served with penne pasta.
Day 2
(28 or 52 miles)Ride a very short distance and catch an early high speed ferry from Hyannis to Martha's Vineyard. Then bicycle Martha's Vineyard enjoying unspoiled landscapes, beautiful ocean views and architectural styles, including its famous gingerbread cottages for the day arriving at Oaks Bluff. Breakfast and dinner with the group.
Breakfast: Provided by Cape Cod Inn
High Speed Ferry:
Hy-Line Cruises
Dinner:
On your own
Lodging: The Wesley Hotel
Oak Bluffs/Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts
Day 3
(0-35 miles)Enjoy the beautiful island of Martha’s Vineyard at your leisure using your bike, walking or taking a guided tour. Leave on a late high speed ferry back to Hyannis. Dinner with the group.
Breakfast: On your own
High Speed Ferry:
Hy-Line Cruises
Lodging: Cape Cod Inn
Dinner: Ristorante Barolo - Hyannis, MA 02631
Menu Selection (based on 2007 trip):
Soft Drink/Tea
+ Menu choices:
- Ravioli Alla Aragosta – Fresh lobster ravioli in a lobster mascarpone cream sauce.
- Cheese Ravioli – Homemade ravioli with cheese.
- Penne Alla Siciliana – Penne pasta tossed with eggplant, fresh mozzarella, parmigiano and basil in a light tomato sauce.
- Crespelle con Spinaci E Prociutto – Italian crepes with spinach and prociutto.
- Linguini Marinara – Homemade linguini with Italian Marinara sauce.
Day 4
(0 - 29 miles)Take the high speed ferry to Nantucket. Spend the day exploring the bike friendly island on well-maintained bicycle paths and low traffic roads. Take a late high speed ferry back in the evening. Breakfast with the group.
Breakfast: Provided by Cape Cod Inn
High Speed Ferry:
Hy-Line Cruises
Dinner: On your own
Lodging: Cape Cod Inn
Day 5
(37 or 48 Miles)Ride the paved bike trails and recommended bike routes to Provincetown/North Truro enjoying quaint villages as you pass through wooded areas, salt marshes, cranberry bogs and freshwater ponds. Enjoy the evening walking on the beach, taking a whale watching tour or shopping at a wide variety of stores. Breakfast and dinner with the group. (Enjoy a bonfire and Smores on the beach in the evening!)
Breakfast: Provided by Cape Cod Inn
Lodging: Top Mast Beachfront Resort
Provincetown/N. Truro, Massachusetts
Dinner: Fanizzi’s by the Sea - Provincetown, Massachusetts
Menu Selection (based on 2007 trip):
Soft Drink/Tea
+ Menu choices:
- Tricolor Tortellini (with or without chicken) – Tender fresh cheese tortellini are combined with a light lemon pesto cream and tossed with diced tomatoes, roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, green onions and fresh herbs.
- Mom’s Best Meatloaf – Home style meatloaf served with toasted garlic mashed potatoes, real beef gravy and mixed sautéed vegetable medley.
- Fresh Fried Sea Scallop Plate – Fresh local sea scallops are lightly fried and served with fries and coleslaw
- Jumbo Shrimp Scampi – Six jumbo shrimp sautéed with capers, fresh garlic, shallots, butter and white wine sauce.
- Fanizzi’s Favorite Burger – Lightly marinated in micro ale and herbs chargrilled with cheddar and bacon and served on an English muffin.
Day 6
(24 or 33 Miles)Explore Provincetown and take-in the beauty of Cape Code on the ride to Orleans primarily on paved bicycle trails, then enjoy your goodbye dinner. Breakfast and Dinner with the group.
Breakfast: Provided by Top Mast Beachfront Resort
Lodging: The Cove on the Waterfront
Orleans, Massachusetts
Dinner: The Lobster Claw
Orleans, Massachusetts
Day 7
(17 or 27 Miles)
Take a short morning ride back to Hyannis and start your journey home after a shower.
Breakfast: On your own
Please note all trip information is based on previous trips and/or contracted lodging and restaurants and is subject to change based on availability or specific trip needs.
Riding difficulty:
Riders who are comfortable riding 12 to 15 miles per hour should have a very enjoyable trip with only a few challenging hills. Strong riders can ride as fast as they wish.
Arriving:
Most riders bring their own bicycles by automobile. You can also fly into Boston's Logan Airport with a direct bus shuttle to Hyannis. Bicycles can also be shipped UPS or FedEx or as checked luggage.
Cost:
$975 ($200 due to reserve your spot and the remainder due 30 Days before the trip start)
What's included:
- Inn and motel lodging
- High Speed Ferry tickets to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket
- Ride packets including maps and cue sheets
- Fully sagged including ride leaders, luggage transport, vehicle transportation and rider assistance.
- Breakfast most mornings (see above)
- Dinner most nights (see above)
- Fun and Enjoyment
| Historical Weather Data: | |||||||
Sept. |
Sunrise |
Sunset |
Avg. High |
Avg. Low |
Mean |
Record High |
Record Low |
13 |
6:19 AM |
6:54 PM |
71°F |
56°F |
64°F |
88°F (1952) |
37°F (1966) |
14 |
6:20 AM |
6:53 PM |
71°F |
56°F |
64°F |
81°F (1951) |
38°F (1955) |
15 |
6:21 AM |
6:51 PM |
71°F |
56°F |
63°F |
85°F (1976) |
38°F (1960) |
16 |
6:22 AM |
6:49 PM |
71°F |
55°F |
63°F |
82°F (1952) |
35°F (1964) |
17 |
6:23 AM |
6:47 PM |
70°F |
55°F |
63°F |
82°F (1946) |
32°F (1960) |
18 |
6:24 AM |
6:46 PM |
70°F |
55°F |
62°F |
84°F (1948) |
36°F (1959) |
19 |
6:25 AM |
6:44 PM |
70°F |
54°F |
62°F |
87°F (1946) |
33°F (1956) |
Alert Single Travelers: Martha’s Vineyard, September 11-17; roommates needed: Share a room with a male rider or a female rider and avoid the single supplement payment fee.
Contact Information:
Vacation Bicycling, LLC
191 East Broad Street, Suite 309
Athens, GA 30601
Phone: (404) 909-8034 or (800) 490-2173
Fax: (603) 452-2715
information@vacationbicycling.com
