Coastal Maine

Day1: Port Clyde and Clark Island, 24 mi. (38 km)
Day 2: Clark Island - Rockland, 26 mi. (42 km)
Day 3: Rockland - Vinalhaven - Rockland, 23 mi. (37 km)
Day 4: Rockland - Camden, 10, 17, or 32 mi. (16, 27, or 51 km)
Day 5: Acadia's carriage road, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 6: Park Loop Road and Day Mountain, 29 mi. (47 km)
Day 7: Witch Hole or Cadillac Mountain, 7 or 13 mi. (12 or 21 km)
 

Day 1: Port Clyde and Clark Island, 24 mi. (38 km)
You will be met by our local representative in the morning at a prearranged time and waterfront destinaton and transferred to your first hotel. Since accommodation in Portland is not included in your tour price, you will want to make your own arrangements.

From the hotel, you will enjoy a ride along coastal roads to the fishing village of Port Clyde and the onto the Marshall Point Light, made famous by Forrest Gump. Today’s itinerary leaves plenty of time to enjoy coastal views from the lawn of the inn or to hike the trails of nearby Clark Island.

Elevation: 1220 feet
Accommodation: The Craignair Inn
Located on St. George’s peninsula - halfway between the Marshall Point lighthouse (the one from Forrest Gump) and the vibrant coastal town of Rockland, Maine - the Craignair offers a quiet escape with easy access to everything that mid-coast Maine has to offer. 

Day 2: Clark Island - Rockland, 26 mi. (42 km)
You begin your day exploring the quiet town of Port Clyde before cycling to Birch Point State Park and the spectacular Owls Head Lighthouse as it stands guard over Penobscot Bay.  Your ride then takes you 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. Rockland is known for its lobster fishing industry and deep protected harbor, dotted with hundreds of inlets and coves throughout the area. (B)

Elevation: 1229 ft
Accommodation: Berry Manor Inn
 Proud to have been named as one of the Top Bed and Breakfasts in the US by TripAdvisor, this inn is considered one of the Rockland/Camden area’s premier luxury Maine coast inns.

Day 3: Rockland - Vinalhaven - Rockland, 23 mi. (37 km)
You have a lot of choices today. The ride from Rockland to Camden is only 10 miles.  Camden is one of the most picturesque towns on the Maine Coast, featuring a well-sheltered harbor surrounded by hills lush with forests. From Camden, you can cycle in the hills or through an oceanfront preserve.  Other options include sailing, kayaking, or simply relaxing at your historic accommodation. (B)

Elevation: 1294 ft
Accommodation: Berry Manor Inn

Day 4: Rockland - Camden, 10, 17, or 32 mi. (16, 27, or 51 km)
You have a lot of choices today. The ride from Rockland to Camden is only 10 miles.  Camden is one of the most picturesque towns on the Maine Coast, featuring a well-sheltered harbor surrounded by hills lush with forests. From Camden, you can cycle in the hills or through an oceanfront preserve.  Other options include sailing, kayaking, or simply relaxing at your historic accommodation. (B)

Elevation: 692 to 2319 ft
Accommodation: The Blue Harbor House Inn
Fodor considers the Hartstone Inn to be “an elegant and sophisticated retreat and culinary destination.

Day 5: Acadia's carriage road, 22 mi. (35 km)
Start your morning with a scenic transfer from Camden to Bar Harbor, the gateway to Acadia National Park. Here you’ll discover Acadia’s iconic Carriage Roads—famous for their breathtaking scenery, smooth grades, and car-free cycling. Originally a gift from John D. Rockefeller, these historic pathways invite cyclists to explore serene pine and birch forests while taking in sweeping views of Mount Desert Island. Perfect for a relaxing and unforgettable Acadia biking experience.

Elevation: 1194 ft
Accommodation: The Sand Bar Cottage Inn
Sand Bar Cottage is a boutique lodging experience seamlessly blending old-world charm with modern luxury.

Day 6: Park Loop Road and Day Mountain, 29 mi. (47 km)
Enjoy an unforgettable day cycling Acadia National Park’s renowned Park Loop Road as it winds along the stunning coastline of Mount Desert Island. Just before reaching the Jordan Pond House, you’ll turn off for a scenic climb up Day Mountain, the only Carriage Road in Acadia with a mountaintop finish. From the summit, take in sweeping views of the Cranberry Islands before descending for a relaxing lunch at the historic Jordan Pond House. Afterward, continue your ride along the Carriage Roads, passing Bubble Pond on your return to Bar Harbor.

Elevation: 1602 ft
Accommodation: The Sand Bar Cottage Inn

Day 7: Witch Hole or Cadillac Mountain, 7 or 13 mi. (12 or 21 km)
Today offers two great options for exploring Acadia National Park. If you enjoy the Carriage Roads, take a scenic ride on the Witch Hole Loop, where you’ll pass beaver dams, peaceful forests, and vibrant ponds. For a more challenging adventure, cycle from town to the summit of Cadillac Mountain, the highest peak on the eastern seaboard and one of Acadia’s most iconic viewpoints.

Elevation: 490 to 1539 ft

Day 1: Boothbay Harbor - Pemaquid Point, 53 mi. (84 km)
Day 2: Pemaquid Point - Clark Island, 54 mi. (86 km)
Day 3: Clark Island - Camden, 53 mi. (85 km)
Day 4: Camden - Castine, 55 mi. (88 km)
Day 5: Castine - Bar Harbor, 64 mi. (104 km)
Day 6: Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor, 61 mi. (91 km)
Day 7: Acadia's park loop road, 28 mi. (45 km)

Day 1: Boothbay Harbor - Pemaquid Point, 53 mi. (84 km)
Our local representative will collect you in Portland, ME on the 1st morning of your trip for the one-hour transfer to Boothbay Harbor.  Please note that accommodation in Portland is not included in your tour price so you will want to make your own arrangements. Begin your trip cycling stunning Ocean Point before pedaling to the charming village of Damariscotta and to the inn in the shadow of the Pemaquid Point Light.

Elevation: 3297 ft
Accommodation: The Bradley Inn
Located on Pemaquid Peninsula, The Bradley Inn, which is a full-service Midcoast inn offering guests a unique, comfortable, and warm environment that truly exudes the essence of Maine

Day 2: Pemaquid Point - Clark Island, 54 mi. (86 km)
Today you 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 pedaling to Clark Island and your inn overlooking the ocean. Enjoy an optional visit to the farm where Andrew Wyeth painted the iconic “Christina's World” before pedaling to Clark Island and our inn overlooking the ocean. (B)

Elevation: 3316 ft
Accommodation: The Craignair Inn
Located on St. George’s peninsula - halfway between the Marshall Point lighthouse (the one from Forrest Gump) and the vibrant coastal town of Rockland, Maine - the Craignair offers a quiet escape with easy access to everything that mid-coast Maine has to offer. 

Day 3: Clark Island - Camden, 53 mi. (85 km)
Begin your 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.  Your ride then takes you 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. (B)

Elevation: 2680 ft
Accommodation: Blue Harbor House
This coastal hideaway in the heart of Camden is considered by Fodor's to be "an elegant and sophisticated retreat and culinary destination."

Day 4: Camden - Castine, 55 mi. (88 km)
The rolling hills of Camden offer miles of riding on quiet country roads. Follow these roads through the summer community of Bayside and into the coastal town of Belfast and enjoy lunch before a short transfer. Your ride continues along the western shore of Penobscot Bay and into the historically rich town of Castine. (B)

Elevation: 3559 ft
Accommodation: The Castine Inn
Constructed in 1898, this historic Inn stands one block from the harbor on Main Street. The Inn is a simply elegant building surrounded by a wraparound porch and beautiful, well-maintained perennial gardens overlooking the active harbor.

Day 5: Castine - Bar Harbor, 64 mi. (104 km)
Your adventure continues as you explore the town of Castine, a historical gem that has flown the flag of four nations during its rich history.  Your morning ride through town is a journey through pre-colonial American history.  After exploring Castine, your ride continues along miles of quiet coastal roads 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. (B)

Elevation: 3616 ft
Accommodation: Sand Bar Cottage Inn
A boutique lodging experience seamlessly blending old-world charm with modern luxury.

Day 6: Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor, 61 mi. (91 km)
Today you cycle to the quiet side of Acadia National Park. The ride takes you through Northeast Harbor, along Sommes Sound and into the town of Southwest Harbor where you  pause for lunch. After lunch, you cycle to the Bass Harbor Light before following country roads back to Bar Harbor. (B)

Elevation: 3538 ft
Accommodation: Sand Bar Cottage Inn
A boutique lodging experience seamlessly blending old-world charm with modern luxury.

Day 7: Acadia's park loop road, 28 mi. (45 km)
You end a memorable bike tour cycling  Acadia National Park’s famous Park Loop Road as it winds along the shore and end with a climb up Cadillac Mountain before your noon transfer to Portland. (B)

 Elevation: 2624 ft

Day 1: Boothbay Harbor - Pemaquid Point, 48 mi. (77 km)
Day 2: Pemaquid Point - Clark Island, 54 mi. (86 km)
Day 3: Clark Island - Camden, 30 or 54 mi. (48 or 87 km)
Day 4: Camden - Castine, 53 or 63 mi. (85 or 100 km)
Day 5: Castine - Bar Harbor, 40, 61, 77, or 100 mi. (64, 97, 123, or 160 km)
Day 6: Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor, 36 or 50 mi. (58 or 80 km)
Day 7: Acadia's park loop road, 26 or 33 mi. (42 or 53 km)

Day 1: Boothbay Harbor - Pemaquid Point, 48 mi. (77 km)
Our local representative will collect you in Portland, ME at the visitor's center on the 1st morning of your trip for the one-hour transfer to Boothbay Harbor.  Please note that accommodation in Portland is not included in your tour price so you will want to make your own arrangements. Begin your trip cycling stunning Ocean Point before pedaling to the charming village of Damariscotta and to the inn in the shadow of the Pemaquid Point Light. (D)

Elevation: 3126 ft
Accommodation: The Bradley Inn
Located on Pemaquid Peninsula, The Bradley Inn, which is a full-service Midcoast inn offering guests a unique, comfortable, and warm environment that truly exudes the essence of Maine

Day 2: Pemaquid Point - Clark Island, 54 mi. (86 km)
Today you 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 pedaling to Clark Island and your inn overlooking the ocean. (B,D)

Elevation: 3316 ft
Accommodation: The Craignair Inn
Located on St. George’s peninsula - halfway between the Marshall Point lighthouse (the one from Forrest Gump) and the vibrant coastal town of Rockland, Maine - the Craignair offers a quiet escape with easy access to everything that mid-coast Maine has to offer. 

Day 3: Clark Island - Camden, 30 or 54 mi. (48 or 87 km)
Begin your 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.  Your ride then takes you 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. You finish your day in the picturesque town of Camden, where you enjoy a sunset sail on Penobscot Bay. (B,L,D)

Elevation: 2797 ft
Accommodation: The Hartstone Inn
This coastal hideaway in the heart of Camden is considered by Fodor's to be "an elegant and sophisticated retreat and culinary destination."

Day 4: Camden - Castine, 53 or 63 mi. (85 or 100 km)
The rolling hills of Camden offer miles of riding on quiet country roads. Follow these roads through the summer community of Bayside and into the coastal town of Belfast and enjoy lunch before a short transfer. Your ride continues along the western shore of Penobscot Bay and into the historically rich town of Castine. (B,D)

Elevation: 3517 ft
Accommodation: The Castine Inn
Constructed in 1898, this historic Inn stands one block from the harbor on Main Street. The Inn is a simply elegant building surrounded by a wraparound porch and beautiful, well-maintained perennial gardens overlooking the active harbor.

Day 5: Castine - Bar Harbor, 40, 61, 77, or 100 mi. (64, 97, 123, or 160 km)
Your adventure continues as you explore the town of Castine, a historical gem that has flown the flag of four nations during its rich history.  Your morning ride through town is a journey through pre-colonial American history.  After exploring Castine, your ride continues along miles of quiet coastal roads 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. (B,L)

Elevation: 4537 ft
Accommodation: Pathmaker Hotel
Completed in 2018, The Inn on Mount Desert offers modern amenities in a historic setting on tree-lined Mount Desert Street

Day 6: Acadia National Park, Bass Harbor, 36 or 50 mi. (58 or 80 km)
Today you cycle to the quiet side of Acadia National Park. The ride takes you through Northeast Harbor, along Sommes Sound, and into the town of Southwest Harbor where you pause for lunch. After lunch, you cycle to the Bass Harbor Light before following country roads back to Bar Harbor. (B,D)

Elevation: 3538 ft
Accommodation: Pathmaker Hotel
Completed in 2018, The Inn on Mount Desert offers modern amenities in a historic setting on tree-lined Mount Desert Street

Day 7: Acadia's park loop road, 24 or 30 mi. (38 or 48 km)
You end a memorable bike tour cycling  Acadia National Park’s famous Park Loop Road as it winds along the shore and end with a climb up Cadillac Mountain before your noon transfer to Portland.

 Elevation: 2601 ft