Sandcastles and Smiles
A family bicycle tour of Maine
- 6 days of cycling hiking and kayaking for families ages 6 to 60
- Flexible family pricing
- Learn about lobsters and Maine's rich maritime history
- Explore Acadia National Park, tidal pools and quiet beaches
Mixing family friendly inns with a myriad of activities and plenty of relaxation time, we have created the perfect, hassle free family bicycle tour. From the quiet coves of Clark Island to Bar Harbor's thriving downtown and Acadia's carriage roads, our weeklong trip will delight families of all ages.
Day 1 - Cycling a Quiet Island and a Lobster Feast
The guides will meet you in Bangor for the transfer to Clark Island. After introductions and a picnic lunch overlooking the ocean, we enjoy a short ride around Rackliff Island.
8 or 20 miles
Lunch, Dinner
Two nights at the Craignair Inn
Day 2 - Cycling to the Village of Port Clyde and Exploring Marshall Point
Today we enjoy some of the finest cycling in Maine as we ride to the charming village of Port Clyde and the Marshall Point Light. After a picnic lunch at the lighthouse, choose to visit the Owls Head Transportation Museum, enjoy a swim at the beach, or some family time. Meals B,L,D
12 or 24 Miles
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - An Easy Hike and Exploring Maine's Maritime History
Our family vacation continues with a visit to Camden and a morning hike in the Camden Hills for breathtaking views of Penobscot Bay. On our way to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park we stop at the Penobscot Maritime Museum for lunch and exploration.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
3 nights at The Harborside Hotel
Day 4 - Kayaking Coastal Waters and a Lobster Boat Excursion on Frenchman Bay
In the morning we explore Maine's prettiest ocean coves and inlets by kayak, and in the afternoon we learn all about Maine lobsters as we cruise Frenchman Bay on a working lobster boat.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Cycling Acadia National Park's Famous Carriage Roads
No Maine bike tour is complete without a ride on the Carriage Roads of Acadia National Park. A gift from the Rockefeller family, the Carriage Roads offer a two wheeled journey through one of the nation's most breathtaking national parks. After lunch, the afternoon is yours to explore Bar Harbor, or for an optional hike.
6, 12, or 24 miles
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - A Free Morning and Transfer
The morning is yours for being lazy or exploring Bar Harbor before a noon departure for Bangor.
Breakfast
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