Maine Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor

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Cycling routes offer stunning views of the outer islands, surf-sculpted coastline, and lobster boats. Cruise across Frenchman’s Bay to ride through small fishing villages. Take to the waters under your own power during a guided kayak excursion. Sail on a Maine Windjammer. Experience Bar Harbor’s lobster trade on a guided lobster boat tour.  Hike to a granite ...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • See the Acadia, our nation’s smallest National Park, is revered as one of the most scenic
    • Experience the life and work of Bar Harbor’s lobstermen
    • Enjoy a spin on the carriage trails or along the coast before arriving at the Jordan Pond House
    • Cycle for miles on Acadia’s automobile-free Carriage Roads
    • Experience cruise across Frenchman’s Bay to Schoodic Peninsula

What's this trip about?

    Cycling routes offer stunning views of the outer islands, surf-sculpted coastline, and lobster boats. Cruise across Frenchman’s Bay to ride through small fishing villages. Take to the waters under your own power during a guided kayak excursion. Sail on a Maine Windjammer. Experience Bar Harbor’s lobster trade on a guided lobster boat tour.  Hike to a granite peak with stunning 360˚ views. Experience all that this captivating region has to offer! Acadia, our nation’s smallest National Park, is revered as one of the most scenic and beautiful of our national treasures. Situated primarily on Mt. Desert Island, the park is an incredible blend of rocky shoreline, dense forest, crystal clear lakes, waterfalls, and granite-domed hills. Schoodic Peninsula features small fishing villages and secluded bays that are quintessentially characteristic of rural seacoast Maine, while Bar Harbor is home to quaint cottages that blend into beautiful views of the sound.

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityBar Harbor, Maine
End CityBar Harbor, Maine

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Cycling & Biking
  • National Parks
  • Transformative

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Short Cruise

Trip includes

    • Support of experienced tour leaders from start to finish
    • Full van support for a variety of route options
    • Custom Sojourn jersey and water bottles – both yours to keep
    • Traditional Maine lobster bake
    • Sunset sail on a Maine Windjammer
    • Guided kayaking excursion
    • All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
    • 5 nights at the acclaimed Bar Harbor Inn
    • Complimentary use of Sojourn’s equipment and bikes: Cannondale Synapse Carbon 105, Customized Fuji Absolute 2.0
    • Tandem Custom Built Cannondales or Co-Motions options at an added cost of $300
    • Baggage transfers and porterage
    • All meals except 2 lunches and 1 dinner
    • Daily route directions, maps, and a downloadable GPS
    • 5% Past Traveler Discount to use on your next Sojourn Tour

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1:

Meet at the historic Bar Harbor Inn and enjoy an afternoon ride to a scenic overlook where views extend to a lighthouse and beyond. This evening, enjoy a traditional Maine Lobster Bake on the terrace of the inn with stunning oceanfront vistas.

Day 2:

Experience the life and work of Bar Harbor’s lobstermen (or lobsterwomen!) on a lobster boat excursion. The one-way Park Loop Road is a cyclist’s dream. Spin through lush forest before emerging on the dramatic coast. This magnificent road provides expansive views of the ocean along pink granite shorelines.

Day 3:

Cycle for miles on Acadia’s automobile-free Carriage Roads. Cross several signature granite bridges on your way to Northeast Harbor and Asticou Azalea Gardens. Pause to watch lobstermen haul their traps from the crystal clear waters of Somes Sound. Relax during a sunset sail on a Maine Windjammer

Day 
4

Cruise across Frenchman’s Bay to Schoodic Peninsula. Ride the shoreline so close to the sea that you can feel the spray from the surf. Continue through authentic fishing villages and past historic lighthouses. For a touch of nostalgia, visit the Winter Harbor 5 and 10.

Day 5:

Begin your day with a guided kayak excursion. While paddling these sturdy boats during the calm morning hours, you are likely to encounter seals and sea birds. Join your tour leaders for an afternoon hike featuring spectacular views of the surrounding islands.

Day 6:

Enjoy a spin on the carriage trails or along the coast before arriving at the Jordan Pond House to enjoy their signature popovers on the lawn. Those up for a challenge can tackle the gradual climb up Cadillac Mountain. Your reward is the 360-degree view of the surrounding islands and rugged coastline from the highest point on the east coast — a final highlight before the tour concludes.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,995
Price per day$499
Single supplement (single occupancy)$895
Last Updated: 12/20/2021

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Sep 2021

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My husband and I booked a trip over a year ago with Sojourn for one specific reason, we were able to drive there and not have to take a plane. We have a doctors note...

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Darrell

Mar 2020

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exceeded our expectations

The trip and our guides exceeded our expectations. We'll do several more trips with Sojourn.

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Laura

Mar 2020

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fabulous bicycling trip!

This was a fabulous bicycling trip! So much away from traffic, got to ride on Sunday vs. just being fitted and riding around the block, and a small group. Tuesday l...

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Accommodation

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Bar Harbor Inn, Bar Harbor

Unpack your bags only once while enjoying five nights in an oceanfront room just a stone’s throw from beautiful Frenchman’s Bay. This beautiful inn features spacious rooms and modern amenities, and is a just a short walk from shops and restaurants. Watch the sunset from your own private porch overlooking the water or choose a non-oceanfront room for less. Spa, swimming pool, and dining room. (5 nights).

Cancellation policy

All requests for cancellation must be received in writing. Refunds will be processed 30 days following written receipt by Sojourn of notice of cancellation. Cancellation penalties will be calculated based upon the date of receipt of cancellation notification. There is a non-refundable $150 processing fee per person for each cancelled reservation to cover administration and fees incurred by Sojourn. Cancellations 90-61 days prior to tour departure will be charged 30% of the purchase price. Cancellations 60-31 days prior to tour departure will be charged 65% of the purchase price. Cancellations 30-0 days prior to tour departure will be charged 100% of the purchase price. There are no refunds for cancellation after the tour departure date or for no-shows. Sojourn will not refund for any unused portion of your tour. Sojourn will not make exception to these policies for any reason including weather or personal emergencies and as such strongly encourages travel insurance coverage for all travelers.

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