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Acadia Private Tour: Cadillac Mountain & More
4.9
260 Ratings
Bar Harbor
Embark on a private tour of Acadia National Park and discover its astonishing beauty. From Cadillac Summit to Somes Sound, explore the park’s highlights with a knowledgeable local guide.
Embark on a private tour of Acadia National Park and discover its astonishing beauty. From Cadillac Summit to Somes Sound, explore the park’s highlights with a knowledgeable local guide.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Park Loop Road - Experience the scenic touring road established by the Rockefeller family to appreciate the splendor of Acadia.
- Cadillac Mountain - Reach the peak of Cadillac Mountain for panoramic views of Acadia National Park, overlooking Bar Harbor and the Porcupine Islands.
- Sieur de Monts Spring - Discover the origins of Acadia…
- Park Loop Road - Experience the scenic touring road established by the Rockefeller family to appreciate the splendor of Acadia.
- Cadillac Mountain - Reach the peak of Cadillac Mountain for panoramic views of Acadia National Park, overlooking Bar Harbor and the Porcupine Islands.
- Sieur de Monts Spring - Discover the origins of Acadia National Park and explore the nature center and Wild Gardens of Acadia.
- Sand Beach - Enjoy breathtaking views of the renowned Sand Beach and the Great Head granite outcropping.
- Thunder Hole - Marvel at the stunning pink granite coastline and descend to Thunder Hole to witness the crashing waves.
- Otter Cliff - Observe Otter and Precipice Cliffs and watch for the majestic Peregrine Falcons.
- Jordan Pond - Known as one of Acadia National Park’s most iconic landmarks, famous for its crystal-clear waters and the twin peaks called The Bubbles on its northern shore. This pristine lake, formed by ancient glaciers, spans 187 acres and reaches depths of 150 feet, making it Acadia’s deepest and clearest lake.
- Somes Sound - A breathtaking, 5-mile-long waterway that nearly divides Mount Desert Island, recognized as the only official glacial fjord (or fjard) on the Atlantic coast of the United States.
- Northeast Harbor - Admire the picturesque harbor filled with yachts and lobster boats, surrounded by charming summer homes.
- Asticou Azalea Garden - A beautiful, 2.3-acre botanical sanctuary managed by the Land & Garden Preserve in Northeast Harbor, Maine, established in 1956 by lifelong resident Charles Kenneth Savage.
- Bar Harbor - All tours commence and conclude by passing through Bar Harbor’s historic corridors.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water and snacks
- Entrance fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- Bottled water and snacks
- Entrance fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Car Seats
- Car Seats
Additional Information
Discover more of Acadia and Mount Desert Island with a completely private tour that blends the stunning vistas of Cadillac Mountain with Somes Sound, historic villages, and intriguing tales from Maine’s Gilded Age.
Ascend to the peak of Cadillac Mountain for breathtaking views of Frenchman Bay and the nearby islands. Explore Jordan Pond, the historic…
Discover more of Acadia and Mount Desert Island with a completely private tour that blends the stunning vistas of Cadillac Mountain with Somes Sound, historic villages, and intriguing tales from Maine’s Gilded Age.
Ascend to the peak of Cadillac Mountain for breathtaking views of Frenchman Bay and the nearby islands. Explore Jordan Pond, the historic carriage roads and stone bridges built by Rockefeller, and venture beyond the Park Loop Road to the serene Somes Sound and the tranquil side of Mount Desert Island.
Visit charming coastal villages, magnificent summer estates, and scenic viewpoints while learning about the families who played a role in shaping Bar Harbor and Acadia. As the tour is exclusively for your group, your local guide can tailor the experience to your interests, allowing time for photos, questions, and impromptu stops.
Operating since 1999, we take care of your park entrance and Cadillac Mountain reservation, so you can unwind and enjoy Acadia like a local.
- We are a tendered port, contact us 207-288-9222 when you are on the tender so we can inform the guide to come meet you.
Location
Hulls Cove Visitor Center
Visitor Center Road
The guide will look for you under the covered pavilion in the large parking lot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(260 Ratings)
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John_m
Jul 28, 2026
Ed’s an awesome tour guide. - Ed is an awesome tour guide with a wealth of information about Bar Harbor and history in general. Very intelligent and knows more than just history as he can provide you with j formation about the local flora and fauna. He is very sweet and answers any questions you have.
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Stuman10
Jun 22, 2026
Van tour of Acadia - Our Guide Bill was great. Very knowledgeable and even though the weather was DISMAL he made it a good time. Good way to figure out where you want to explore further. We whole heartedly endorse At Your Service tours.
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Stacy_r
Nov 5, 2025
Memorable experience! - We had a great private tour of Acadia. So nice to be able to enjoy the beauty of the park without the hassle of trying to find parking. Our guide provided us with so much interesting information.
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Eric_d
Oct 24, 2025
Acadia Tour - We had an excellent tour with Caleb! He was very fun and informative. We saw many beautiful sights and learned a lot. It was a great tour!
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Debbiemcook
Oct 23, 2025
Excellent Private Tour! - We had a lovely time with Pete, our tour guide! He was knowledgeable about the area and answered all the questions we had. He was flexible in terms of itinerary and stopped when we wanted to get a picture of something we saw. The fall colors were absolutely stunning! For the most part, everyone could hear Pete's explanations of what we were seeing, especially when we stopped at different places. However, there were times when he was answering the questions of the person in the front seat and he didn't talk loud enough for everyone in the van to hear. Perhaps he thought he was simply having a private conversation with the person next to him? We had five adults in the van, and there seemed to be plenty of room. I would definitely recommend a private tour with this company.
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Mikemy3634hs
Oct 18, 2025
Great tour, beautiful country! - Mary is a consummate local 'historian' and great tour guide who loves to share her wonder and true appreciation for this beautiful area! We sensed a sweet sincerity in her concise interpretation and explanation of the cultural, historical and folklore of the Acadia area. Also had a chance to see some of the more out of the way local favorite drive spots that a tour bus would not be able to drive thru such as some of the more exclusive private homes and properties on small roads. And lastly, she made sure that there was more than enough time to get lots of photos for the memories of it all!!!
We could never have known about so much hidden beauty that is all around this beautiful area. So...thank you kindly Mary!
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Travel31748742308
Oct 16, 2025
Great Tour with Dana - We had a wonderful 4-hour tour with At Your Service Tours. Our driver was Dana and she was amazing. She had a lot of knowledge about the history of Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park and was genuinely eager to share it with us. Interestingly, she also was very familiar with the geology of the area as well as very informed about the local flora and fauna. Beavers were a particular area of interest for her and we enjoyed learning about their industrious habits. Dana also regaled us with wonderful stories about how the residents of the island support each other as neighbors especially during the long winter season. One in our group had mobility issues and Dana helped with his wheelchair and made sure he fully enjoyed the tour. The van was comfortable, clean, and stocked with water and sweet and savory snacks. I highly recommend At Your Service Tours!
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Thomas_l
Oct 16, 2025
great natural views,... - great natural views, including changing leaves, varying landscapes and ocean views. Made even better by a personable and vey knowledgeable guide.
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Regina_c
Oct 13, 2025
Awesome tour - Pete was the best. He was knowledgeable about Acadia and it's history and shared information about the places we saw. I would 100% take this tour again.
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Olivia_a
Jul 12, 2026
I am a solo female... - I am a solo female traveller. I paid $725 for this day tour. The amount paid was not worth it. I felt very uncomfortable at several moments where my guide touched my arm, wanted to speak with me about romantic relationships, commented on my looks, and spoke as if we were on a date. Being a long time solo traveller, I know to be calm & polite in these situations to avoid awkwardness. I would have preferred things remain completely professional & to not be touched at all. I know if I would have been present with a male traveler, I would not have had to deal with this. I'm sure the guide meant no harm, he was friendly, but I don't think it's fair that due to being a solo female traveller. I have to pay so much, and yet be made to feel uncomfortable. I expect extreme professionalism for this exorbitant price. Please, do better for (all) your customers. It was not fair how I was treated. Aside from that, the park is beautiful & the van is nice, but again, not at all worth the price.
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