Overview
A local permitted guide will show you all of the highlights of Acadia National Park!
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, the highest peak on the eastern seaboard. From Cadillac you can see spectacular views of Bar Harbor and the surrounding islands.
See all of the famous sites on the Park Loop Road, including Cadillac Mountain, Rockefeller’s stone bridges & Carriage House, Otter Cliffs, Thunder Hole, and Sieur du Monts Gardens and Nature Center. See Sand Beach surrounded by the famous pink granite coastline.
We can stop and explore as long as you would like at each location. We will point out trailheads and carriage roads to see on your own.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
In-vehicle air conditioning
Car Seats
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
If you are outside of Bar Harbor we will meet you at the Hulls Cove Visitor Center parking lot of Acadia National Park to start the tour. We will meet you under the covered pavilion.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
If you are coming by CRUISE SHIP please book a tour start time at least 2 HOURS after arrival. We are a tendered port, call 207-288-9222 when you are on the tender so we can inform the guide to come meet you. We are only allowed to wait at the pier for 10 minutes.
Due to the timed entries into Acadia National Park, if you are delayed more than 30 minutes past the your tour start time the tour will be canceled with no refund.
We will pick you up to start the tour from any downtown Bar Harbor location. If you are arriving by Cruise Ship we will meet you where you disembark from the tenders. If you are staying outside of Bar Harbor we will meet you at the main entrance to Acadia National Park, The Hulls Cove Visitor Center. You can park there all day for free.
We will supply the tour pass you will need to enter the park. Your privately held passes, such as Senior or military passes are not accepted in commercial vehicles.
What to expect
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Park Loop Road
3 hours
See the entire 27 mile touring road of Acadia National Park created by the Rockefeller family.
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Cadillac Mountain
15 min
Travel to the Summit of Cadillac Mountain and see the stunning 360 degree views
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Sand Beach
10 min
Stand on vistas overlooking stunning Sand Beach and the granite outcropping of Great Head.
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Thunder Hole
15 min
Walk along the famous pink granite coastline of Acadia national park. See Thunder Hole and Monument Cove
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Otter Cliff
15 min
See Precipice and Otter Cliffs. Look for the soaring falcons or Bald eagles.
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Bubble Rock
15 min
Look for the glacial erratic looking as it it will come tumbling down mountain.
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Bar Harbor
15 min
All of our tours begin and end by driving through the historic corridors of Bar Harbor.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
FAQs about 3 Hour Private Tour: Explore all the top spots of Acadia!
Can I cancel 3 Hour Private Tour: Explore all the top spots of Acadia! for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
If you are outside of Bar Harbor we will meet you at the Hulls Cove Visitor Center parking lot of Acadia National Park to start the tour. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included?
- Car Seats
Which places does it visit?
It visits Park Loop Road, Cadillac Mountain, Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliff, Bubble Rock.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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