Maine Bike Tour: Camden and Penobscot Bay: Summer on New England’s Islands. This 6-day/5-night tour is rated Level 2 and starts from $5,295. It is part of the Classic collection. The tour offers an experience of summer in New England with activities like swimming in lakes, ponds, quarries, and the Atlantic Ocean, sharing a lobster bake with locals, and sampling sun-warmed blueberries at a farm. Day 1: Camden and Rockport. Meet guides in Portland and transfer to Camden. Ride along the coast through Rockport and Lincolnville. Visit the picturesque harbor. Stay at 16 Bay View. Day 2: Island Life in Islesboro. Ferry to Islesboro, explore the island by bike, visiting its northernmost point. Enjoy a lobster roll. Ascend Mount Battie for views of Camden Harbor. Stay at 16 Bay View. Day 3: Lavender and Blueberries. Bike through the St. George River Valley, stopping at a lavender farm. Enjoy lunch featuring fresh lobster and local ingredients at a blueberry farm. Option to ride back to Camden or take a van. Dinner on your own in Camden. Day 4: North Haven. Depart from Rockland by boat to North Haven. Bike the entire length of the island with coastal views. Visit a local oysterman. Lunch at an organic farm. Stay at Nebo Lodge. Day 5: Vinalhaven. Cross to Vinalhaven, an island known for its quarrying history. Swim in filled quarries. Boat trip through tidal basins to observe wildlife. Return to North Haven for a farewell dinner at Nebo Lodge. Day 6: Return to Portland. Depart North Haven by boat. Transfer to Portland for departure or onward travel. Accommodations: Thoughtfully selected accommodations that reveal the true character of the region, including luggage transfers. Meals: Daily breakfasts, all lunches, nutritious snacks, and après velo cocktails. 4 gourmet dinners at local restaurants. Selected local wine, beer, or spirits with every meal. Activities: Wine tastings and activities as outlined. Entrance fees to historic sites, museums, parks, and exclusive events. Gratuities for baggage, porters, and hotel service. Gear: Top-of-the-line bicycle selection, helmet, complimentary DuVine gear (jersey, t-shirt, water bottle, drawstring bag), GPS with pre-programmed routes. Support: Expert bilingual guides, support vehicle with refreshments and lifts, pick-up and drop-off, daily bike maintenance. NOT INCLUDED: Airfare, dinner on one free night, gratuities for DuVine guides, Travel Protection. Bikes: Synapse Carbon 4 (Cannondale, Road), Quick 1 Disc (Cannondale, Hybrid), Turbo Vado SL 4.0 (Specialized, Hybrid E-Bike). All included in trip price.
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