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Private Van Tour of MDI

About this experience

Join us on an adventure to explore the “quiet side” of MDI. This tour will take visitors to hidden small gems where connecting with the beautiful coast of Maine and seeing how locals live here. Your local guide will drive you on a 4 hour ride around Mount Desert stopping frequently for sweeping views and bountiful opportunities for pictures. This tour will not enter Acadia National Park, but instead focus on the less explored parts of the island.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr
  • Private experience

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Private Van Tour of MDI
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 4 hr 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

Itinerary and highlights

Explore the rocky coastline at this off the beaten path picnic area.

Man made rocky shore that protects the road that frequently washes away in the spring.

Seal Cove features a cove where visitors can explore the seashore, view seabirds, and comb the beach for treasures.

A small village on the south side of the island with an active fishing community. We will visit Back Beach.

Visit the beach for sweeping view of IIsleford and Cranberry Islands.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Will pickup at any hotel, campground, or Airbnb within Bar Harbor, MDI, or Trenton. Blue van will stop at main entrance for pickup. Tour guide will contact prior to departure to confirm pickup details.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Boundless Local Tour Company

Accessibility and practical details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Will pickup at any hotel, campground, or Airbnb within Bar Harbor, MDI, or
Trenton. Blue van will stop at main entrance for pickup. Tour guide will contact prior to departure to confirm pickup details.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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