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Discover the best of Acadia National Park on a fully private tour with your own local guide. Travel the spectacular 27-mile Park Loop Road and ascend Cadillac Mountain for sweeping views of Bar Harbor, Frenchman Bay and the surrounding islands. Experience Acadia’s iconic sights, including Sand Beach and its pink-granite coastline, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliffs, Rockefeller’s historic stone bridges and carriage roads, and Sieur de Monts. Because this tour is exclusively for your party, there’s no rigid schedule. Spend more time where you choose, stop for photographs, ask questions, or get recommendations for trails and carriage roads to explore later. Your local guide brings Acadia to life through history, island stories and insider knowledge of Mount Desert Island. We handle the details—including your park entrance and Cadillac Mountain reservation—so you can relax and experience Acadia at your own pace. At Your Service Tours has been sharing Acadia since 1999.

Join Good Trip Adventures for a full-day journey through the wonders of Acadia National Park in Maine. Explore iconic destinations like Thunder Hole and Jordan Pond, and hike serene trails away from the crowds. Your expert guide will tailor the experience to your group, sharing captivating stories, insights into Acadia’s history, and knowledge of its unique flora and fauna. Experience breathtaking sea cliffs, lush landscapes, and unforgettable vistas on this private adventure designed just for you. Embark on a captivating adventure with Good Trip Adventures on a trip customized to you and your party! Please note that new National Park fees may apply for international visitors. If applicable, this fee is collected in-destination, not when you book.

Avoid the crowds, the stress of planning, driving & parking and explore Acadia ( America’s first national park east of the Mississippi! ) with your own private tour. Just you, your family & friends along with our experienced local guide in our new vehicle for the season - a luxurious 2025 KIA Carnival minivan which includes all the premium features like dual sunroofs & expansive windows to take in Acadia’s breathtaking vistas, advanced climate control, an audio/video intercom system to ease communication between passengers and your guide. Relax in comfort while learning about Acadia’s fascinating history, its flora & fauna while enjoying this premium private tour. Groups of up to 7 people can be accommodated. This truly is the best way to experience Acadia National Park.

Bar Harbor Coastal Tours provides Private Narrated Guided Tours of Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor. Come along with Woody, one of the most experienced local Tour Guides in the area! Tours were designed and revised over the past thirteen years with the intention of providing ease of access to each location. As we visit places along the way you will have some of time to get out and take pictures and walk about to explore if you like. Amazing photo opportunities abound throughout the entire journey. With the flexibility to customize any of the Tours offered into your own personal Acadia National Park experience, you are also able to create unique memories with your friends and families to enjoy for a lifetime! Over 100 happy groups have left reviews about how they loved their trip! Cheers!

Explore the stunning carriage roads of Acadia National Park with MDI e-Bikes! Conveniently located at the Hulls Cove Visitor Center, you can set your own pace on this self-guided adventure. Enjoy the comfort of premium Specialized e-Bikes equipped with extended range batteries. The Specialized Turbo Como 4.0 IGH e-Bikes are the highest quality e-Bikes available for rent with a retail cost of $5,500. Each rental includes an e-Bike tutorial, helmet, lock, rear fender storage bag and map. These e-bikes are Class 1 Acadia National Park compliant. - Free Dropoff and Pickup - Start your day at 8:30 AM with a quick tutorial and bike setup - Experience the majestic Carriage Roads of Acadia National Park - Ride smooth, powerful Specialized Turbo Como 4.0 IGH e-Bikes with a reliable carbon belt drive and extended range battery - Must be at least 18 years old to ride

Acadia Royal E-bike Rentals offers premium and a hassle free experience with unmatched convenience and quality. With free delivery and pick up unlike other renters, we bring the bike to you and pick it up at no extra cost. Our top-tier E bikes are high-performing, comfortable and easy to use with a long battery, life and puncture free fat tires. With effortless, exploration, our pedal assist e-bikes allows our riders of all skill levels to enjoy Acadia and its surroundings with ease. Whether you are looking for a thrilling ride or a leisurely scenic tour, Acadia Royal E-bike Rental makes your adventure seamless and unforgettable. All you have to do is “Take the Joy Ride”. Traveler acknowledges that provider is not liable for injury or damage from misuse or improper set up of rental equipment and assumes all responsibility for their own safety passengers and minors or children

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Explore the beauty of Acadia National Park on this comprehensive six-hour tour. Discover breathtaking landscapes and charming local spots while enjoying a delicious lunch at a popular lobster pound. This tour is designed to help you make the most of your day, offering a well-rounded experience of Acadia's natural wonders and cultural delights. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or a foodie, this adventure has something for everyone. - Full-day exploration of Acadia National Park's landscapes - Perfect for nature lovers and culinary enthusiasts alike - Maximize your time with a guided tour covering key attractions -Wonderful opportunity to explore beyond Acadia’s Park Loop Road *meals and drinks are not included in the price of the tour

Cadillac Summit is amazing any time of day, but there’s something enchanting about sunrise! Are you willing to get up early? We’ll take you up the Cadillac Mountain Road before the crack of dawn so you can experience the very first sunrise in the United States, on top of Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park! Beat the crowds and choose the option to continue on for a full tour after sunrise, and enjoy a magical morning in Acadia National Park! The park loop road and all the highlights of Acadia are at their quietest and most serine first thing in the morning! We will spend another 2 or 3 hours touring Acadia after sunrise. Your tour guide will be happy to drive you down to Jordan’s Restaurant in Bar Harbor for breakfast after sunrise if you would like! Your guide will contact you via email or phone to solidify times and our itinerary, as this tour is highly customizable. Feel free to reach out with any questions.

Discover the stunning coastal vistas and wooded landscapes of Acadia National Park on a 4-hour guided e-bike tour. Traverse both paved (Park Loop Rd) and unpaved (Carriage Road) areas as you explore iconic spots like Sand Beach and Thunder Hole and the Jordan Pond House, with additional stops at scenic overlooks along the way. This small-group experience, (8 people max) , ensures a personalized adventure filled with engaging insights from your knowledgeable guide. Ideal for those looking for an active yet relaxed way to experience the natural beauty and cultural history of Acadia. - Duration: 4 hours of immersive exploration in Acadia National Park - Limited group sizes for a personalized experience (max 8 people) - Ride quality Class 1 e-bikes with up to 70 miles of range - Includes bike orientation, and guided stops at key locations - Helmet and rear rack bag included. - Please note: Paved portions of this tour will require riding in some traffic (mainly on a 2-lane one-way road)

Discover the scenic beauty of Acadia National Park with convenient E-Bike rentals from Bar Harbor. Enjoy an all day rental that allows you to explore the park’s picturesque Carriage Roads and coastal routes at your own pace. Each rental includes a high-quality Class 1 E-bike, helmet, lock, and a detailed map of suggested routes. Our friendly staff provides personalized orientation and assistance for a seamless biking experience. - A Full-Day Rental Option gives you flexibility to arrive whenever you like. (All bikes must be returned by 5pm to avoid late charges) - Ride directly from Bar Harbor to iconic trails - Comprehensive support, including maps and route suggestions - Enjoy the freedom of exploring Acadia on your terms

Enjoy your own Private Tour of the major highlights of Acadia National Park featuring stops at Cadillac Mountain summit, Sand Beach, Thunder Hole and Otter Point! The itinerary encompasses more of Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park by including a scenic route that travels past boat docks and the quaint harbor villages of Otter Creek, Seal Harbor and Northeast Harbor, Maine. This excursion accentuates Mount Desert Island's treasured fjord, located in the middle of the island, with an ocean-side drive along Somes Sound up Sargent Drive. Created and crafted over the past decade by your own personal local Guide Woody, this Tour gives you and your loved ones more of a "wide angle view" of Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island! Immerse yourself in the smell of pine needles, the sounds of the ocean and the sensation of the salty sea mist on your face and tongue! Over 100 happy groups have left rave reviews about their experiences on TripAdvisor over the last decade!

Join us on a leisurely ride around Acadia's Carriage roads. To begin you will arrive at our Bar Harbor location, which is only 1.2 miles from acadia! Once outfitted with safety and comfort gear we will lead you to Acadia and spend roughly three hours stopping at scenic overlooks, cascading streams, and ponds where beaver can be seen adding new trees to their lodge. Your guide will share natural history facts and offer advice to enhance your vacation experience. The tour returns to our shop, where you will be shown your trips route and a quick recap of sights and wildlife seen.

As the premier stand-up paddleboarding shop in Maine, the difference is in the details. We provide top-quality equipment, unmatched customer service, and expert paddling knowledge you won’t find anywhere else. We don’t cut corners—and it shows in every part of your experience. While our shop isn’t located directly on the water, don’t let that deter you. For full-day rentals, we exclusively offer high-quality inflatable paddleboards, making transport simple and stress-free. There’s no lifting boards onto your car or dealing with roof racks. Each board comes packed in a convenient travel backpack. Just arrive at your chosen launch spot, inflate the board in minutes, and you’re ready to paddle. Being mobile with a full-day rental means you’re not locked into one crowded launch site. Instead, you have the flexibility to paddle where conditions are best—away from busy boat traffic, strong winds, and packed shorelines.

Wonder at the views from atop of the highest mountain on the eastern seaboard of the United States. From the shore of Sand Beach to the peak of Cadillac Mountain you’ll have the chance to explore the whole 27 miles (43 km) of Acadia’s Park Loop Road. As we meander along shores, coves, cliffs, historic stone bridges, through the woods, and up the mountain, your guide will introduce you to local history, lore, flora, fauna, and geology. You’ll have the opportunity to stop for photos and/or get out to explore as you wish. Sights will included the Wild Gardens of Acadia, Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliffs, Hunters Beach, Jordan Pond, Bubble Pond, Eagle Lake, and Cadillac Mountain Summit. We reserve an extra 30 minutes on every tour so you can relax and not have to watch the clock! Expect your tour guide to be dependable, friendly, and adaptable. We care about your experience on Mount Desert Island! Expect your guide to be knowledgeable and passionate about the Island.

Be among the first in North America to greet the new day from the jagged granite summit of Cadillac Mountain. Skip the stress of the notoriously elusive vehicle reservations that vanish in seconds; we handle all the red tape, entry passes, and logistics for you. Our pre-dawn pickup whisks you up the mountain while the stars are still bright, bypassing the crowded parking scrambles. Instead of perched on cold, uneven rocks, you’ll relax in premium, high-back camp chairs positioned at the optimal vantage point. As the horizon ignites in shades of violet and gold, savor the true taste of Maine with a warm, local wild blueberry muffin and a steaming cup of locally roasted coffee. Settle into your front-row seat with a blanket and experience Acadia’s crown jewel in total, delicious comfort as the guide take pictures with your cameras of the moment.

Join thousands of happy customers who’ve discovered the joy of pedaling through Acadia’s stunning landscapes on your conventional bikes. Ride the carriage roads, as John D. Rockefeller, Jr. intended when he built them more than 100 years ago. With 45 miles available to bike, you can have your choice of loops and scenery while enjoying an exhilarating ride.

This tour is for groups who don't want to see Cadillac Summit but are more interested in the park loop road the harbors and towns of Mount Desert Island outside of Acadia National Park. We are great with groups of mixed ages so the entire family always has a great time. The time is yours, we are not scripted, you can ask a lot of questions and stop at places that interest you to take photos and just explore. Wonderful for photographers or those who want to spend time exploring with their own group.

Get ready to explore the beautiful landscapes of Acadia National Park with ease and comfort on your state-of-the-art electric bikes. Perfect for riders of all skill levels, your E-Bike Tours offer an effortless way to enjoy the park’s stunning carriage roads and scenic vistas. Covering 18-20 miles, this tour hits some of the most scenic spots in Acadia. Bonus: if you'd like to keep exploring, you can keep your bikes through the end of the day at no additional charge!

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Your local guide, Joe Grollino of Island Wonders Tour Company, will reveal a side of Acadia National Park and Mount Desert Island that few get to experience. Forget the summer crowds and bustling traffic; this is a tour for those who seek the tranquil, majestic beauty of winter in Maine. The winter landscape: When the first snow falls, Acadia transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland, blanketing the park's rugged granite peaks and rocky shorelines. On this tour, you'll witness this serene landscape at its finest! A peaceful park: The quiet season offers solitude, allowing you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty without distraction. Iconic scenery, now with a frosty twist: See familiar sights in a new light, with frost-dusted evergreens and ice-rimmed coastlines painting a stunning picture. Ever-present sea: The dramatic coastline remains a constant, with waves crashing against the icy rocks and cliffs, creating a spectacular, powerful display.

Love Lobster? Want to get a taste for some of the best rolls in Bar Harbor? Join our lobster roll crawl to learn from a local about how the "bugs" get from ocean to table while you sample the good stuff! Stop to taste 3 different lobster rolls in downtown Bar Harbor while a local guide shares information about growing up working on a lobster boat. Each stop will showcase a different spin on the classic summertime staple and at the end we will vote on our favorites! Please note this tour is not suitable for anyone with shellfish allergies. The restaurants may change depending on availability and ongoing customer reviews. Only tried and tested spots will be included for the best experience. Guide will provide bottled water. Tour does involve walking one mile on varied surfaces. Last stop will be at a sit down restaurant, where guests who wish can order additional food or drinks.

Acadia's autumn paints a vibrant scene with fiery hues of red, gold, and russet, reflecting on the calm waters and pink granite cliffs of the Acadia National Park. The air turns crisp, carrying the scent of pine and the whisper of falling leaves. It's a season of beauty and tranquility, a time to witness the wildness of nature transforming into a spectacle of color before the quiet of winter.

Discover the wonders of Acadia with all the sights included in the Sea to Summit tour plus the chance to see so much more of Mount Desert Island! After descending Cadillac Mountain we will head to the one-of-a-kind Somes Sound. We will see more stone bridges, lakes, ponds, streams, cliffs, beaches and coves along the way. You’ll be inspired by the beauty of the Tarn, Hadlock Pond, Eagle Lake, Seal Harbor Beach, Little Long Pond, and the majestic vistas off the cliffs of Cooksey Drive where the rich and famous dwell. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy the beauty and serenity of Thuya Gardens, and/or Asticou Gardens, before driving the full length of Somes Sound by way of Northeast Harbor. No watching the clock here, we give you extra time to enjoy your day! Expect your tour guide to be dependable, friendly, and adaptable. We care about your experience on Mount Desert Island! Sit back and expect your guide to know exactly where you want to go and what you want to see.

Experience Acadia National Park’s scenic Ocean Path with this self-guided walking tour. Look out for the variety of marine wildlife. See the breathtaking foliage and uncover the booming Thunder Hole. Hear stories of shipwrecks and devastating fires. Finally, take in the views from scenic Otter Point Outlook. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone explores together! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Explore Acadia’s historic Carriage Roads on our signature 22-mile guided tour featuring premium Cannondale e-bikes. Limited to just 8 riders per group, our tours include well-timed stops at iconic locations like Jordan Pond House and Eagle Lake, giving everyone space to relax, take photos, and enjoy Acadia's natural beauty at a comfortable pace. Consistently top-rated on TripAdvisor for 5 years running, Island Time e-bike tours deliver an unparalleled journey through Acadia's most breathtaking landscapes. Our knowledgeable guides will immerse you in the fascinating history of these meticulously-crafted roads, reveal hidden viewpoints, and share insider stories about Mount Desert Island's natural wonders during our many rest and photo opportunities. The park only allows Class I e-bikes (pedaling required), but our e-bikes motors provide excellent support on hills and longer stretches, making this adventure accessible to riders of various fitness levels.

Experience more of Acadia and Mount Desert Island on a fully private tour that combines the iconic beauty of Cadillac Mountain with Somes Sound, historic villages and the fascinating stories of Maine’s Gilded Age. Travel to the summit of Cadillac Mountain for sweeping views of Frenchman Bay and the surrounding islands. Discover Jordan Pond, Rockefeller’s historic carriage roads and stone bridges, then journey beyond the Park Loop Road to beautiful Somes Sound and the quieter side of Mount Desert Island. Explore picturesque coastal villages, grand summer estates and scenic overlooks while hearing stories of the families who helped shape Bar Harbor and Acadia. Because the tour is exclusively for your party, your local guide can customize the experience around your interests, with time for photographs, questions and spontaneous stops. Operating since 1999. We handle your park entrance and Cadillac Mountain reservation so you can relax and experience Acadia like a local.

Experience the ultimate Acadia and Mount Desert Island adventure on our most comprehensive private tour. Spend six hours discovering Acadia’s iconic landmarks, spectacular coastline, charming villages and quieter side with your own local guide. Travel the legendary Park Loop Road to Cadillac Mountain, Sand Beach, Thunder Hole and dramatic coastal overlooks. See Rockefeller’s historic carriage roads and stone bridges while hearing stories of Acadia’s Gilded Age and island history. Then venture beyond the traditional Acadia tour to discover picturesque harbors, fishing villages and Southwest Harbor, where you’ll stop at a local lobster pound for an authentic Maine lobster lunch. Because this tour is exclusively for your party, your day can be customized to your interests, with time for photographs, exploring and spontaneous discoveries. We handle your park entrance and Cadillac Mountain reservation so you can relax and experience the very best of Acadia and Mount Desert Island.

Uncover the mesmerizing beauty of Acadia National Park with our exhilarating small group tours! You will be immersed in the wonders of stunning coastal vistas, cascading waterfalls, and enchanting trails. Keep your eyes peeled for iconic wildlife such as eagles, deer, and seals as you traverse the park’s captivating landscapes. Our seasoned guides will share captivating stories of the park’s rich history, its diverse ecosystems, and intriguing tidbits about the park's vibrant flora and fauna. Our small group tours are limited to 8 guests, and require a minimum of 4 guests to run. You’re welcome to book solo or with a small party. If we fall below the minimum spots booked, registrants can opt for a private tour or receive a full refund—offering flexibility for your adventure plans. Please note that new National Park fees may apply for international visitors. If applicable, this fee is collected in-destination, not when you book.

We offer robust fat tire e-bikes which are perfectly suited for the gravel terrain of Acadia's Carriage Roads, providing ample comfort and stability. These automobile-free roads offer intimate access to Jordan Pond House, Eagle Lake, Day Mountain, the Rockefeller bridges, and much more. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as: Bald Eagles, Deer, Porcupine, and Beavers (ask our staff where to find their homes). Our four hour rentals allow adventurers and families alike to comfortably explore 20-30 miles of the park. To ensure you get the most out of your trip, we will provide a map guide and share our personal recommendations along with easy to follow directions to the trails.