Maine: Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park

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Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Nothing could be more seamless than VBT’s spectacular self-guided tour of Acadia National Park. A three-night stay at the historic Bar Harbor Inn gives you the flexibility to ride as much, or as little, as you want each day—and with VBT’s audio-guided navigation app, finding your way around is a breeze! Mount Desert Island’s extensive network of carriage trai...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Ride along Rockefeller’s historic, car-free carriage roads through Acadia National Park
    • Browse Bar Harbor’s enticing shops, art galleries, and seafood bars
    • Ride through a refreshing and unspoiled landscape of rugged coastline, forested coves, and idyllic fishing harbors
    • Pause at Jordan Pond’s pristine waters reflecting the beautiful curves of the Bubbles, two of Acadia’s distinctive small peaks
    • Sample the Pine State’s famous mouth-watering scones, pies, cobblers, and martinis infused with Maine blueberries

What's this trip about?

    Nothing could be more seamless than VBT’s spectacular self-guided tour of Acadia National Park. A three-night stay at the historic Bar Harbor Inn gives you the flexibility to ride as much, or as little, as you want each day—and with VBT’s audio-guided navigation app, finding your way around is a breeze! Mount Desert Island’s extensive network of carriage trails are carefully graded—providing optimal conditions for riding one of VBT’s beautifully-fitted and maintained gravel bikes, with local VBT support available 24/7. This is the perfect getaway for riders of all interests and abilities—whether you’re looking to challenge yourself with a climb up Cadillac Mountain, explore Acadia’s charming coastal shops and villages, or relax with a luxurious spa treatment at your hotel. The choice is yours!  

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIndependent
Age range13 to 80 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityBar Harbor
End CityBar Harbor

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Cycling & Biking
  • Photography

Destinations

Activities

  • Cycling
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Self-guided & Independent

Trip includes

    • 3 nights in a historic inn
    • 3 meals: 3 breakfasts
    • Puncture-protected tires
    • Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
    • Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
    • Support Vehicle
    • Luggage Transportation
    • Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
    • Welcome Reception
    • Facilitated Cultural Experiences
    • Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure

Itinerary

Travel Map
DAY 1: Arrive in Bar Harbor / VBT Self-Guided Bicycle Vacation begins

Make your own independent arrangements for travel to Bar Harbor. If you’re flying to Maine, Bangor International Airport is the closest airport. For suggestions on traveling to Bar Harbor, please refer to your VBT Handbook.

As you begin biking Acadia National P...

DAY 2: Cycle the Park Loop / Stay Put Day

After breakfast, catch a morning bike ferry across Frenchman Bay to Schoodic Peninsula, the only section of the park on the mainland. This less-trafficked area is a favorite for locals. You’ll ride along the shoreline through classic Down East fishing villages, enjoyi...

DAY 3: Carriage Roads to Eagle Lake / Stay Put Day

Today’s route biking Acadia National Park has you depart the Bar Harbor Inn skirting the edge of town and at 3.4 miles, you’ll merge with the carriage roads of Acadia National Park joining a loop around Eagle Lake that brings you back along the carriage roads and past...

DAY 4: Bar Harbor / VBT Self-Guided Bicycle Vacation ends

This morning, you can ride the carriage roads one last time for a ride around Witch Hole Pond from your hotel in Bar Harbor.

Today’s Ride Choices

Witch Hole Pond Loop — 8.7 miles

What to Expect:

In Ride with GPS Experience, select “D2 Witch...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,545
Price per day$386
Last Updated: 11/30/2023

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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.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

Accommodation

3 nights in a historic inn

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Meals Included

3 meals: 3 breakfasts

Age Requirements
13 to 80 years
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