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6 Hour Private Tour: Acadia National Park, Fjord & Lobster Lunch

Overview
A local, permitted guide will show you all of the highlights of Acadia National Park plus the famous fjord Somes Sound, the Asticou Gardens and go to an authentic lobster pound (where lobstermen bring their daily catch) for lunch!

We will pick you up and we’ll drive along the stunning 27-mile long Park Loop Road up to the summit of Cadillac Mountain. From Cadillac summit you can see spectacular views of Bar Harbor and the surrounding islands.

See all of the famous sites on the Park Loop Road, including summit of Cadillac Mountain, Rockefeller’s stone bridges, Otter Cliffs, Thunder Hole, and Sieur du Monts Gardens and Nature Center.

We will continue on to see the summer colonies of the rich and famous. Drive along the fjord, Somes Sound. Finish in Southwest Harbor to have lunch at an authentic lobster pound while looking over Great Harbor Marina.

We can stop and stay as long as you would like at each location. We will point out trailheads and carriage roads to explore on your own.
City: Bar Harbor
Fri 11 Apr
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Starting at $900.00
Fri 11 Apr
Starting at $900.00
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What's Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Additional Info
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
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Park Loop Road
See the top highlights of Acadia National Park famous Park Loop Road, a touring road built by the Rockefeller family.
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Cadillac Mountain
Enjoy 360 degree views of Mount Desert Island from atop the summit of Cadillac Mountain. See your cruise ship in the harbor!
3
Eagle Lake
See deep glacial lakes formed as the glaciers tore across Mount Desert Island.
4
Sand Beach
Look over vistas to beautiful Sand Beach and the granite outcropping of the surrounding Great Head.
5
Thunder Hole
Stop and walk down to Thunder Hole and see the beautiful pink granite coastline
6
Otter Cliff
See both Precipice and Otter Cliffs. Look for soaring Peregrine Falcons or Bald Eagles.
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Asticou Azalea Garden
See the beautiful Asticou Azalea gardens
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Northeast Harbor
See a gorgeous harbor filled with lobster boats and yachts surrounded by glorious Summer Cottages. Drive up Sargent Drive for a full view of Somes Sound.
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Somesville Historical Museum and Gardens
Stop at the oldest town on Mount Desert Island
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Somes Sound
Somes Sound is a fjard, a body of water running deep into Mount Desert Island, the main site of Acadia National Park in Maine, United States. Its deepest point is approximately 175 feet, and it is over 100 feet deep in several places. The sound almost splits the island in two.
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Southwest Harbor
See the fishing community of Southwest Harbor on the panoramic Great Harbor. Stop at an authentic lobster pound and see the working lobster business. **Lunch is on your own. A full menu is available.
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Seawall Pond
Many of Maine's beaches are covered with cobblestones, but this coastline is unique. Powerful ocean storms created a massive seawall. As waves break, they carry rocks from the base of the beach and carry them up to shore. As the tides come in and out, heavier stones get piled at the top and smaller, lighter stones remain down the slope.
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Bar Harbor
All of our tours start and end by going through the historic corridors of Bar Harbor.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (179)
Kristine F
Mar 2025
My wife and I enjoyed the private tour very much with Caleb who did an excellent job explaining the history and geology of the park. We went to Cadillac mountain first but it was fogged in so couldn't see very much there. Half way down the mountain we could see excellent views. NorthEast Harbor and SouthWest Harbor were beautiful. We had an excellent lunch at a local Lobster Pound, but the cost of the lunch was not included in price of the tour. My wife thought that it was included and thought the name of the tour was a little misleading. But, all good regardless. Overall, I gave the tour and the operator 5 stars as they did everything you would hope a tour company would do. Pleasant people who have a passion of their little part of the world.
JoelVS
Dec 2024
Caleb was our Tour Guide and it was the Best Tour we have ever had! Caleb was so knowledgable, nice and funny!! He is the Best Tour Guide ever!! You should ask for him! Ask for him to do a Maine accent for you!❤️ He went above and beyond!!!
Meaghan_B
Oct 2024
Jeff showed us all over Acadia NP! We missed the leaves changing by a week or so, but that didn't keep us from seeing this beautiful park. He was very helpful with getting us all in and out of the van and gave us ample time at each stop to enjoy the views.
Response from Host
Oct 2024
Thank you so much for this 5 Star review of Jeff! I am so glad you had a great time with a local guide showing you the best places.

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