Maine: Acadia National Park

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With the depth of cycling, culture, and cuisine in Acadia National Park, why go anywhere else? This VBT cycling adventure gives you six days packed with Acadia discovery. VBT’s gravel bikes are perfect for exploring Mount Desert Island’s network of carriage roads—and our local trip leaders give you the inside scoop on their history. Pedal through charming sea...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Extreme
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Ride along Rockefeller’s historic and car-free carriage roads through Acadia National Park
    • Practice your lobster-cracking skills at a traditional bake at the Bar Harbor Inn
    • Pause at Jordan Pond’s pristine waters reflecting the beautiful curves of the Bubbles
    • Ride through a refreshing and unspoiled landscape of rugged coastline, forested coves, and idyllic fishing harbors

What's this trip about?

    With the depth of cycling, culture, and cuisine in Acadia National Park, why go anywhere else? This VBT cycling adventure gives you six days packed with Acadia discovery. VBT’s gravel bikes are perfect for exploring Mount Desert Island’s network of carriage roads—and our local trip leaders give you the inside scoop on their history. Pedal through charming seaside villages, explore local lakes, and enjoy a boat ride across Frenchman Bay to spend the day exploring the Schoodic Peninsula. With four nights at the luxurious Bar Harbor Inn, you’ll spend mornings lingering over breakfast with views of Frenchman Bay—and evenings sipping cocktails on the seaside veranda. Featuring available waterfront rooms and an on-site spa, this is the perfect vantage point to enjoy all Acadia National Park has to offer.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 18 people
Age range13 to 80 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Cycling & Biking
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • North America
  • United States

Attractions

  • Acadia National Park
  • Maine

Activities

  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Mountain Biking
  • Nature
  • Guided Group

Trip includes

    • 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: VBT Bicycle Vacation begins

Make your own arrangements for travel to Bar Harbor. If you’re flying to Maine, VBT will offer a shuttle from Bangor International Airport. The shuttle works on a “show and go” basis and will make its only departure from the airport to the inn at 1:00 p.m. Shuttle res...

DAY 2: Explore Schoodic Peninsula

After breakfast, we catch a morning bike ferry (45 minutes) across Frenchman Bay to the Schoodic Peninsula, the only section of the park on mainland Maine. A local’s favorite, you will ride along the shoreline through classic “Down East” fishing villages. View seabird...

DAY 3: Acadia’s Park Loop

Today, cycle Acadia’s famous Park Loop Road to visit sites such as Sand Beach and Thunder Hole. After lunch at the Fabbri Memorial Picnic Area, stop at Jordan Pond to take in the beautiful views. Continue on Park Loop Road past Cadillac Mountain Summit Road for additi...

DAY 4: Cycle carriage roads around Eagle Lake to Northeast Harbor

Today, the tranquility of biking at Acadia National Park is in full force as you cycle on Acadia’s famed car-free carriage roads, which were established by John D. Rockefeller. Your route takes you around Eagle Lake to the town of Northeast Harbor. In this island encl...

DAY 5: Enjoy the Witch Hole Pond loop before departing / Optional sea kayaking / VBT Bicycle Vacation ends

This morning, you can enjoy one last ride along Acadia’s carriage roads or an optional sea kayak excursion in Bar Harbor. As you and your fellow travelers bid adieu, you’ll agree with Maine’s state motto that this is truly “the way life should be.”

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,995
Price per day$599
Last Updated: 8/2/2024

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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.

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VBT Bicycling Vacations

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Since 1971, VBT has crafted immersive and authentic biking vacations for active travelers. When you travel with VBT, you’re not just another tourist—you’re a traveler. With us, you’ll experience your destination with the help of a local, bilingual trip leader with a passion for sharing their home with you. You’ll eat in local restaurants, stay in accommodations that have been family-owned for generations and cycle through vineyards, olive groves, and medieval villages. 


With VBT, you won’t just visit a place—you’ll immerse yourself in it. You might follow a centuries-old pasta recipe while taking a cooking class in Rome—or learn a folk dance in Croatia, followed by sharing a bottle of locally-produced Grk wine with your new friends. Exploring the world on two wheels lets you experience your surroundings on a deeper level.

 

VBT offers exceptional value without compromising on quality. Simply put, no other US-based active travel company offers an experience this rich for such a reasonable price. On our tours, you can see more sights, have more local experiences, and enjoy more delicious, authentic meals—all while staying in high-quality, boutique hotels and charming, family-run inns.

 

All you have to do is show up at the airport—we’ll handle the rest! From tour consultants who help you find the perfect vacation to expert local trip leaders who show you the best place for gelato, we take care of all the little details that make your trip memorable. We book your flights, arrange all your transportation and accommodations, and move your luggage between hotels. Our support vans are available to give you a lift up a hill or quickly fix a flat tire. VBT takes care of your travel details and creates unique itineraries so you can relax and enjoy your small-group vacation from start to finish.

 

Friendly camaraderie, cultural immersion, and casual comforts are the hallmarks of our vacations. Discover delightful people, beautiful hotels, foreign cultures, and fascinating lifestyles that will enrich your life and provide memories for years to come.

What they’re known for
VBT Cycling are renowned for offering exceptional guided and self-guided bicycle tours worldwide.

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Logistics

Accommodation

,4 nights in a historic inn
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Meals Included

8 meals: 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Age Requirements
13 to 80 years
Additional Information

This tour offers a full range of easy terrain mixed with moderate hills and is ideal for both beginner and experienced cyclists. Van support will be limited in Acadia National Park because of the biking trails. The support vehicle will be available at specific locations. On days with limited vehicle support the leader will provide you with extra snacks and supplies.

Daily Mileage: 13 - 26 miles| Biking: 2 - 4.5 hours| Group Size: 18

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