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Unforgettable Tours in Maine: Discover Food, Culture, Coastlines & Outdoor Adventure

  • Writer: Gerry Caron
    Gerry Caron
  • 2 days ago
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Unforgettable Tours in Maine: Discover Food, Culture, Coastlines & Outdoor Adventure

Discover Food, Culture, Coastlines & Outdoor Adventure with Unforgettable Tours in Maine

Maine is a place where rugged coastlines meet rich cultural heritage, world-famous seafood meets historic downtowns, and breathtaking natural landscapes call out to every type of explorer. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a week-long adventure, Maine offers guided tours, curated experiences, and hands-on activities that help you discover the state like a true insider.


From Portland food tours and lobster boat excursions to historic city walks, brewery routes, lighthouse cruises, snowmobile tours, and kayak adventures, you’ll find endless ways to explore Maine with expert guides leading the way with unforgettable tours in Maine.


🌊 Scenic & Coastal Tours: Explore Maine by Sea

Few places do ocean adventures like Maine. Whether you’re searching for coastal wildlife, postcard-worthy views, or maritime history, these tours deliver memorable experiences.


🚢 Coastal Cruises & Lighthouse Tours

Set sail from Portland, Bar Harbor, Boothbay Harbor, Rockland, or Ogunquit for:

  • Lighthouse tours showcasing historic beacons like Portland Head Light

  • Scenic sunset cruises

  • Puffin-watching and seabird tours

  • Windjammer schooner trips

  • Harbor sightseeing cruises


🦞 Lobster Boat Tours

Get a true taste of Maine’s maritime heritage:

  • Learn how real lobstermen haul traps

  • Handle lobsters and learn sustainable fishing practices

  • Enjoy salty sea breezes and hands-on funPerfect for families, photographers and visitors wanting “only in Maine” experiences.


🐋 Whale Watching Adventures

Departing from Bar Harbor, Lubec, and Boothbay Harbor, these tours give you a chance to spot:

  • Humpback whales

  • Fin whales

  • Minkes

  • Seals, dolphins & porpoises

  • Nesting seabirdsTours typically run May–October.


🍽️ Food, Drink & Culinary Tours: Taste Maine Like a Local

Maine’s culinary scene is booming — and guided tours take you straight to the flavor.


🍴 Portland Food Tours

Explore cobblestone streets while sampling:

  • Lobster rolls

  • Chowder

  • Craft chocolates

  • Iconic bakeries

  • Maine-made ice cream

  • Farm-to-table bites


🍺 Maine Craft Beer Tours

Visit award-winning breweries:

  • Allagash Brewing

  • Bissell Brothers

  • Austin Street

  • Rising Tide

  • Oxbow

  • Shipyard


Many tours offer behind-the-scenes access, tastings, and guided pairings.


🍷 Wine & Spirits Tours

Explore local wineries, distilleries, and hard cider producers across:

  • MidCoast

  • The Kennebec Valley

  • York County

  • Bangor region


🏙️ Historic, Cultural & Art Tours

Dive deeper into Maine’s diverse and fascinating heritage.


📚 Historic City Walking Tours

Available in:

  • Portland

  • Bangor

  • Augusta

  • Bath

  • Lewiston-Auburn

  • Bar Harbor


Learn about architecture, shipbuilding, colonial history, literature, and local legends.


🎨 Art Walks & Museum Tours

Perfect for cultural travelers:

  • Portland First Friday Art Walk

  • Rockland’s Farnsworth Art Museum

  • Ogunquit Museum of American Art

  • Indigenous Wabanaki cultural tours

  • Public mural tours in Biddeford & Portland


📜 Maritime & Lighthouse History Tours

Discover Maine’s coastal story from shipbuilding to navigation, complete with guided lighthouse stops.


🚴 Outdoor, Adventure & Wildlife Tours

Maine is an outdoor playground — and guided adventures make exploring even easier.


🚴 Biking Tours

Choose from:

  • Coastal biking tours

  • Casco Bay island biking

  • Mountain biking in the Maine Highlands

  • Guided e-bike rides in Portland, Acadia & beyond


🛶 Kayaking Tours

Paddle through:

  • Casco Bay

  • Acadia National Park

  • Moosehead Lake

  • The Kennebec River

  • York & Ogunquit coastlineWildlife sightings may include seals, bald eagles, loons and more.


🦌 Wildlife Tours

A top visitor favorite — especially in Moosehead Lake, Rangeley & Aroostook:

  • Guided moose safaris

  • Birding tours

  • Nature hikes

  • Sunrise wildlife paddles


❄️ Winter Tours

Winter in Maine is magical. Enjoy:

  • Snowmobile excursions

  • Snowshoe tours

  • Cross-country ski adventures

  • Dogsledding experiences


🗺️ Self-Guided Tours Across Maine

Prefer to roam freely? Many communities offer downloadable maps and interactive apps for:


  • Historical downtowns

  • Architecture trails

  • Lighthouse loops

  • Mural and public art walks

  • Brewery passport trails

  • Scenic driving routes


📍 Helpful Contact Information


Maine Tourism Association

General Trip Planning, Maps & Guides

Phone: (207) 623-0363


Destination Moosehead Lake


Portland Downtown Visitor Information


Acadia & Bar Harbor Chamber


Maine Office of Tourism Travel Info


What to Do in the Moosehead Lake Region & Beyond: Your Complete Guide to Outdoor Adventure & Local Attractions

Planning a trip to the Moosehead Lake region in Maine? You're in for an unforgettable experience packed with adventure, breathtaking natural beauty, and cozy lodging options. From high-adrenaline ATV trails to peaceful paddles on glassy waters, the Moosehead Lake area is a four-season playground perfect for outdoor lovers, families, and anyone looking to unplug and explore.

Want more insider tips? Discover top recommendations at Moose River Lookout, your go-to resource for:

  • 🛶 Boating & paddling routes

  • 🎣 Fishing hotspots

  • 🏕️ Wilderness camping sites

  • 🥾 Trail maps for hiking & nature walks

  • 🍽️ Local dining & shopping recommendations


  • Stay updated with the latest happenings and news in the Moosehead Lake region. Learn more about what to do and where to go in the Moosehead Lake area and beyond.


🏡 Where to Stay: Moose River Lookout – Your Basecamp for Adventure

Located in Rockwood, Maine, Moose River Lookout is the ultimate vacation home rental for adventurers and nature lovers alike. Nestled on the Moose River, this cozy home features:

  • Private Dock with access to Moosehead Lake

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | Sleeps 7

  • Free WiFi & TV

  • Backup Generator

  • Easy driveway access for trailers & ATVs

  • Direct access to ITS66 Snowmobile Trails

  • Year-round availability for summer AND winter sports

Whether you're hiking Blue Ridge, casting a line in the river, or hitting the snowmobile trails—Moose River Lookout is where your Maine vacation begins.


Ultimate Outdoor Getaway

With direct backyard access to Maine's Interconnected Trail System (ITS66) and a private dock on the river, adventure awaits right outside your door. Whether you're into hiking, golfing, boating, fishing, hunting, skiing, or snowmobiling, you'll find it all just steps away from our doorstep.


Book Your Stay

Experience the ultimate outdoor getaway in the heart of Maine's natural beauty. For inquiries or to make a reservation, please don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to welcoming you to Moose River Lookout, lodging Rockwood Maine a Vacation Home Rental, on Moose River with access to Moosehead Lake and Mt. Kineo!


Looking at a moose at the top of Mt Kineo from Moose River









Maine offers guided tours, curated experiences, and hands-on activities that help you discover the state like a true insider.

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