
Maine: Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park
Self-Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 8 - 26 miles|
- Biking: 1 - 3 hours
Starting From
4-day Bike Tour Only
$1,495
Per person, double occupancy
Maine: Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park
Nothing could be more seamless than VBT’s spectacular self-guided tour of Acadia National Park. A three-night stay at the historic Bar Harbor Inn gives you the flexibility to ride as much, or as little, as you want each day—and with VBT’s audio-guided navigation app, finding your way around is a breeze! Mount Desert Island’s extensive network of carriage trails are carefully graded—providing optimal conditions for riding one of VBT’s beautifully-fitted and maintained gravel bikes, with local VBT support available 24/7. This is the perfect getaway for riders of all interests and abilities—whether you’re looking to challenge yourself with a climb up Cadillac Mountain, explore Acadia’s charming coastal shops and villages, or relax with a luxurious spa treatment at your hotel. The choice is yours!
Tour Highlights
- Ride along Rockefeller’s historic, car-free carriage roads through Acadia National Park
- Browse Bar Harbor’s enticing shops, art galleries, and seafood bars
- Ride through a refreshing and unspoiled landscape of rugged coastline, forested coves, and idyllic fishing harbors
- Pause at Jordan Pond’s pristine waters reflecting the beautiful curves of the Bubbles, two of Acadia’s distinctive small peaks
- Sample the Pine State’s famous mouth-watering scones, pies, cobblers, and martinis infused with Maine blueberries
What to Expect
This tour offers a full range of easy terrain and moderate hills and is ideal for beginner and experienced cyclists. Please verify your bike selection for this tour as changing bikes once you arrive is not always possible. Travel with your friends and family—we can accommodate multiple guests on this self-guided vacation. Our 24/7 support system is available if needed.
- Daily Mileage: 8 - 26 miles|
- Biking: 1 - 3 hours
Cycling
Cyclists
System
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Apr67º/50º
May65º/45º
Jun74º/54º
Jul79º/59º
Aug78º/59º
Sep70º/52º
Oct59º/42º
Average
Precipitation:
Apr2.39 in
May4.6 in
Jun4.1 in
Jul3.5 in
Aug3.3 in
Sep4.5 in
Oct5.3 in
Tour Only |
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3 nights in a historic inn | |
3 meals: 3 breakfasts | |
Puncture-protected tires |

Gravel Road Bicycle
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Step-Through (Mixte Hybrid) Comfort Bicycle
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Step-Over (Diamond) Comfort Bicycle
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Custom VBT bike with puncture-protected tires
Welcome orientation and bike fitting
Luggage transportation
Ride with GPS and daily route notes
VBT Road Book with destination information
24/7 emergency support from local host
Helmet, bike bag, and tool kit
Your choice of VBT branded gear for your adventure
Accommodations (May vary depending on departure date. )

First time in Maine had a Great time. Anne and Barb are excellent guides very informative of the region and did a wonderful job keeping us safe. The group was so pleasant. Beautiful scenic rides with delightful food.
Maine: Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park
We thoroughly enjoyed our self-guided VBT Acadia National Park cycling trip. This was our first self-guided cycling experience and this location was perfect. The GPS worked really well and, as expected, the bicycles were great. We were able to explore at our own pace having ample opportunity to improvise. The Carriage Roads within Acadia are a pure joy. The scenery was absolutely stunning. The accommodations were both wonderful. We highly recommend the self-guided cycling trip in Acadia National Park.
Maine: Bar Harbor & Acadia National Park
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