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9 Day itinerary in United States, North America

Best of Coastal Maine: Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, ...

Journey across the Best of Coastal Maine in nine days! This immersive trip for four guests unveils the natural splendors of Acadia National Park, the quaint charm of Bar Harbor, the scenic allure of Boothbay Harbor, and the vibrant energy of Portland. Guests will begin with an intimate sunset Windja... Read More

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By Megan, Sydney, Dannah and Alex

Overview

Physical Difficulty

Average
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Bar Harbor

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Hiking

Culture & History

Nature & Wildlife

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

Acadia National Park

2

Bar Harbor

3

Boothbay Harbor

4

Portland

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Welcome to Maine!

Your adventure on Mount Desert Island begins today! You’ll arrive in the town of Bar Harbor. Enjoy an afternoon exploring the town on your own.


Tonight, you’ll enjoy a private sunset Windjammer cruise. Aboard the boat, you can toast to your trip with complimentary beverages.

Day 2

place Full Day Guided Tour, Acadia National Park

Acadia National park is the crown jewel of northern New England and home to the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States. Meet your Good Trip guide for a full, escorted tour of the park. The day is tailored to you, with plenty of opportunities for sightseeing and hikes that are chosen just for you throughout the day. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch along the way, prepared by your guide.


Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Lunch

Day 3

place Sunrise Visit to Cadillac Mountain

Feeling adventurous? You can be among the first to see the sun on the East Coast. Cadillac Mountain is famous for its stunning sunrises and, for much of the year, it is the first place the light touches in the entire United States. Today, your guide will meet you bright and early - with fresh coffee - to drive to the summit of the highest point on the eastern sea coast. If you’re really feeling like an early bird, you can even opt to take a sunrise hike on the 1,530’ peak with your

guide. 


This afternoon is yours! Head back to your room for a snooze, do some shopping in Bar Harbor, or rent some bikes for a ride through the park.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4

place Private Puffin Cruise, Drive to Boothbay Harbor

Spend the morning spotting some of Maine’s most adorable local residents. You’ll board a private chartered boat for a tour of Frenchman Bay to Petit Mann Island and Ironbound Island to see the world famous puffins! The bay is also home to Harbor and Gray Seals as well as Razorbills, Arctic Terns, Roseate Terns, Common Terns, Guillemots, Cormorants, and Bald Eagles

The island is also the location of the historic Petit Mann Lighthouse, the second tallest in Maine. Your tour is led by a local expert and can be tailored to your interests and time.

Guide: Included for the day

Day 5

place Day at Leisure, Boothbay Harbor

Today is yours to enjoy at your leisure! Spend the morning relaxing or enjoying the town. You may opt to visit the scenic Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens or just spend some time relaxing on the beach and watching the wildlife.

Day 6

place Free Morning, Private Kayaking Tour

Enjoy a leisurely morning taking in the sunrise over Boothbay Harbor. We suggest heading into town for a local breakfast. This afternoon, you’ll meet a guide for a private kayaking tour of the rocky coast. Enjoy some time paddling along the water looking for seals and sea life or aquatic birds as your guide shares information about the local

ecosystems.

Guide: Included for the day

Day 7

place Drive to Portland, Private Lobster Boat Cruise

Wake up and head south along the coast to the city of Portland, Maine.

You’ll arrive just in time to hit the high seas with a real Maine lobster boat crew! Your captain will take you out on the water where you’ll participate in all the excitement of hauling traps and learning about the area.

You can even purchase your catch wholesale and bring it across the pier to cook up for a delicious meal at Portland Lobster Company.

Guide: Included for the day

Day 8

place Explore Cape Elizabeth, Lighthouse Tour

Head out to Cape Elizabeth for some final views of the Atlantic from Fort Williams Park.

Spend the day walking some beautiful coastal paths. You can even enjoy a tour of a real, working lighthouse!

Day 9

place Departure

Time to head home with adventures to last a lifetime!

What’s Included

Meals expand_less

  • Lunch (1)
  • Breakfast (1)

Activities expand_less

  • Private Kayaking Tour
  • Private Lobster Boat Tour
  • Private Sunset Sail with beverages included
  • Private Wildlife Cruise
  • Private Tour of Acadia National Park

Not Included expand_less

  • Meals not outlined below
  • Personal souvenirs/ purchases
  • Gratuities for guides
  • vel insurance (recommended)
  • Flights to and from Portland, Maine
  • Rental Car (required)

About Megan

TEAM LEAD

+3 Local experts

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Expertise: 

Cycling

Hiking

Rural home stays

Wellness retreat

Culture & History

Kayak & Canoe

Purposeful Travel

Nature & Wildlife

Megan is a Wilderness EMT, a Master Naturalist and has an MSc in Outdoor Education. She has more than 10 years of outdoor guiding experience and specializes in the US National Parks.

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FROM PRICE PER TRAVELER

$3,000.00 USD