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Pedal the coast of Maine

Summary

Experience Inn to Inn cycling along the Maine coast. Every day you’ll be treated to wonderful cycling, great food, unique accommodations, and the warmth of Maine hospitality. This might become one of your most memorable bicycle tours.

Recreational, Road bike

7 days

600 km / 373 mi

$ 3,795.-

Enjoy 7 days of Inn to Inn cycling along the Maine Coast
Explore charming towns and coastal villages
Discover hidden coves and stunning coastline
Enjoy a variety of Maine delicacies, from lobster and smoked salmon to fresh blueberries and the local favorite “whoopee pies”

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Details

Type

Recreational, Road bike

Duration

7 days

Level

Moderate

Support

Guided

Daily distance

80-100 km / 50-62 mi

Total distance

600 km / 373 mi

Lodging

Deluxe, full board

Luggage transport

Daily luggage transfers

Bicycle

Rental

Dates

19 Jun 2022 - 25 Jun 2022
17 Jul 2022 - 23 Jul 2022
21 Aug 2022 - 27 Aug 2022
18 Sep 2022 - 24 Sep 2022

Start

Boothbay (12.00)

Finish

Bass Harbor (13.00)

Transfer

airport or hotel Portland

Airport at start

Portland Int. Jetport (PWM)

Airport at finish

Portland Int. Jetport (PWM)

Prices Please note the prices are subject to change depending availability

Price per person / please note the prices are subject to change depending availability

The tour price per person

$ 3,795.-

E-bike rental

$ 200.-

Optional

Single supplement

If you travel alone a single supplement is charged. With some group tours you can avoid a single supplement by sharing a room with another rider.

$ 900.-

Itinerary

Included / Not Included – lodging

Day 1: Boothbay Harbor to Pemaquid Point

Leaders will meet you at the visitor's center in downtown Portland, ME on the 1st morning of your trip for the one hour transfer to Boothbay Harbor. We begin our trip cycling stunning Ocean Point before pedaling to the charming village of Damariscotta. We end our day at the Pemaquid Point Light, where we enjoy a welcome wine and cheese reception before dinner at the elegant Bradley Inn.
Cycling: 48 to 53 miles, Elevation gain 3126 ft, Meals Dinner, Lodging: The Bradley Inn.

Day 2: Pemaquid Point to Clark Island

Today we visit historic Pemaquid Harbor where the English and the French fought for control of New England during the French and Indian Wars. Later you cycle to the “off the beaten track” town of Waldoboro for a glimpse of small town life in Maine before pedeling to Clark Island and our inn overlooking the ocean.
Cycling 54 miles, Elevation gain 3316 ft, Meals: Breakfast and dinner, Lodging: The Craignair Inn

Day 3: Clark Island to Camden

We begin our ride exploring the quiet peninsula of Spruce Point before cycling to Birch Point State Park and the spectacular Owls Head Light as it stands guard over Penobscot Bay. Our ride then takes us to the eclectic village of Rockland, home to the Farnsworth Museum of Art, which features an extensive collection of the art of the Wyeth Family, The Island Institute dedicated to preserving Maine’s Island communities, and a number of charming shops and galleries. We finish our day in the picturesque town of Camden where we enjoy a sunset sail on Penobscot Bay.
Cycling options: 30 or 54 miles, Elevation gain 2797, Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner Lodging: The Hartstone Inn

Day 4: Camden to Castine

The rolling hills of Camden offer miles of riding on quiet country roads. We follow these roads though the summer community of Bayside and into the coastal town of Belfast and enjoy a picnic lunch before a short transfer. Our ride continues along the western shore of Penobscot Bay and into the town of Castine where a lobster feast awaits.
Cycling: 53 or 63 miles, Elevation gain 3517 ft, Meals: Breakfast and Dinner Lodging: The Castine Inn

Day 5: Castine to Bar Harbor

Our adventure continues as we explore the town of Castine, a historical gem that has flown the flag of four nations during its rich history. Our morning ride through town is a journey through pre-colonial American history. After exploring Castine, our ride continues along miles of quiet coastal roads. We cycle along Eggemoggin Reach and into the town of Blue Hill before a transfer to Bar Harbor. An optional non- supported route will be offered for those who wish to cycle to Bar Harbor
Cycling Options: 40, 61, 77, 100 miles, Elevation gain 4537 ft, Meals: Breakfast and lunch, Lodging: The Inn on Mt Desert

Day 6: The Quiet side of Acadia

Today we cycle to the quiet side of Acadia National Park, winding through charming villages to the town of Bass Harbor and the famous Bass Harbor Light.
Cycling Options: 62 miles, Elevation gain 3538 ft, Meals: Breakfast and dinner, Lodging: The Inn on Mt Desert

Day 7: Cycling Acadia National Park

We end a memorable week cycling Acadia National Park’s famous Park Loop Road. As it winds along the shore before we celebrate our week an optional climb of Cadillac Mountain.
Cycling Options: 26 or 33 miles, Elevation gain 2601 ft, Meals: breakfast

* This is a general itinerary. Tour itineraries are subject to change based on the group, available accommodations and other unforeseen circumstances such as the weather, local conditions, government intervention, that may affect the quality of the trip and/or safety of the participants. Please view this itinerary as an outline as to what to expect on this tour.

Included:

Six nights’ lodging , all lodging taxes and gratuities
Five dinners, six breakfasts, and two lunches, all taxes and gratuities for these meals
Expenses paid for sailing on the Schooner
Entrance fee for Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Acadia National Park
Detailed route notes and maps and experienced guides.
Van support including fresh water, ample snacks, and “relief rides”
Tour operators souvenirs – a cycling water bottle and t-shirt (available in men’s and women’s fit)
pick up / drop of Portland

Not included:

Airfare from and to the tour
Rental bike, E-bike available
Night before and night after the tour
Alcoholic beverages are not included in the package price and are always at your discretion
Gratuity guides

Lodging

The Bradley Inn
The Craignair Inn
Hartstone
The Castine Inn
The Inn on Mt Desert

Map & Routes

Map

Satellite

Bicycle

Rental bike
High-quality Norco hybrid and Trek road bicycles, equipped with water bottle, handle bar-bag and rear rack.

E-bikes

available for $200.- extra fee.

Feel free to bring your own pedals and/or your own saddle and our guides will install them on a rental bike for you.