About this experience
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.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Bottled water
- Cadillac Mountain Summit
- Snacks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- A clean Jeep with an accommodating tour guide!
- Acadia National Park
Itinerary and highlights
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.
Acadia National Park encompasses around half of Mount Desert Island. Depending on your route we'll travel through Bar Harbor, Otter Creek, Seal Harbor, Asticou, Northeast Harbor, and Mt. Desert.
Meeting and pickup information
- All tours may begin/end at your preferred location on Mount Desert Island within a reasonable distance of the tour’s start/finish. Common starting points include your local lodging, campgrounds, local marinas/ports, Agamont Park in Bar Harbor, and the Hulls Cove Visitor Center.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Island Wonders Tour Company
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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