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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

$ 3,195.-

6 Nights lodging in top class accommodations with a local character, taxes and gratuities inclusive.
Pick up / drop off: Portland (PWM)
Excellent meals (6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners).
Snacks and fresh water during the day.
Admission and sailing fees are inclusive.
Guides are experienced facilitators and regional experts.
Option to shorten or extend the daily distances.
Van support with snacks, water and "relief rides".
Water bottle and t-shirt souvenirs.

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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

23 Aug 2020 - 29 Aug 2020
20 Sep 2020 - 26 Sep 2020
20 Jun 2021 - 26 Jun 2021
18 Jul 2021 - 24 Jul 2021
23 Aug 2021 - 29 Sep 2021
19 Sep 2021 - 25 Sep 2021

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

Price per person

The tour price per person

$ 3,195.-

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.

$ 700.-

Itinerary

Day 1: Boothbay Harbor to Pemaquid Point

Leaders will collect you in 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 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 63 miles, 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 53 miles Lodging: Elms of Camden

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 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 Lodging: The Harborside Hotel

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 Lodging: The Harborside Hotel

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

Map & Routes

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Bicycle

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

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