Bar Harbor, ME- Discovered in 1604 by French Explorer, Samuel de
Champlain, the area was first settled in 1763. Before a catastrophic fire in
1947 Bar Harbor was a popular tourist destination for the super affluent. Today, the area is best known for Acadia
National Park, including Cadillac Mountain and Mountain Desert Island. The area
is also home to some amazing wildlife including puffins, whales, lobster,
seals, and pelagic seabirds.
Tour: Biking in Acadia National
Park- Experience the famous carriage
roads of Acadia by bicycle and crisscross some of the most scenic areas of the
park. Professional guides will stop often to offer interpretive information
about the island’s history and lore. The roads recently underwent a
multi-million dollar refurbishment so they’re in excellent condition for
cycling.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Tour: Acadia National Park- After boarding a motor coach at the pier experience
one of the most scenic drives on the East Coast. As you set off for Acadia
National Park view some of the charming Victorian mansions in the quaint town
of Bar Harbor. Travel along the ocean’s edge passing Sand Beach, Schooner Head
Overlook, Otter Cliffs and the Gulf of Maine. Enjoy the beautiful view of
Penobscot Mountains and Bubbles Hill. The park is home to 50 species of
mammals. Look for moose, black bear, and white tailed deer. Weather permitting
a photo stop is made at Cadillac Mountain.
Duration: 2.25 hours
Tour: Lighthouse and National
Park Cruise- Enjoy cruising on a jet
powered catamaran past five of Maine’s most beautiful and unique lighthouses.
Other points of interest on the cruise include Porcupine Islands, Champlain
Mountain, Great Head, Thunder Hole, Sand Beach and Otter Cliff.
Duration: 3 hours
Tour: Lobster Fishing &
Feast- Spend a day in the life of a
Lobster fisherman. Learn about the process of harvesting Maine Lobster while
enjoying the coastal scenery of Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park
aboard your lobster boat. After returning to shore take part in a lobster bake
with all of the fixings.
Duration: 2.75 hours