Maine Coast & Harbors-American Cruise Lines

September 13th - 22nd, 2025

 

 

Day 1 - Prenite in Chicago.

 

Day 2 - Fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Portland, ME. Tonight we stay in Portland.

 

Day 3 | Portland, ME | Begin your adventure with a calm afternoon on the sun deck looking for whales and enjoying the stunning natural beauty of Maine's rugged coast. Cape Elizabeth marks the entrance to Portland Harbor where you can witness spectacular views as you start your journey.

 

Day 4 | Bar Harbor, ME | The natural beauty that surrounds Bar Harbor is accented with ocean cliffs, glacier-formed lakes and valleys, stunning mountain vistas, and pine forest. Lobstering is a centuries-old industry that continues to thrive in Bar Harbor as well as boat building, another traditional business that is an important part of the economy. Though the Bar Harbor region is best known for its outdoor activities, it is also home to small museums, cultural attractions, and historically significant landmarks.

 

Available Excursions & Entertainment:

Lobster Fishing and and Seal Watching Cruise

Puffins and Lighthouses Cruise

Somes Sounds and Lighthouses Cruise

Acadia National Park Exploration

Hunters Beach and Brook Trail Nature Walk

La Rochelle Mansion and Museum - complimentary

 

Day 5 | Bucksport, ME | Explore the historic seaport town of Bucksport, with a beautiful waterfront ornamented with scenic gardens and reflective fountains. Bucksport was a central hub for the paper-making industry once upon a time. Though the town's paper mill closed in 2014, it now serves as a training center for the Maine Maritime Academy. The town is also particularly well-known for the Penobscot River and the iconic Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory, which is taller than the Statue of Liberty. From this vantage point, view spectacular 360-degree views of the bay, the Maine countryside, and the distant western mountains.

 

Available Excursion:

Hunters Beach and Brook Trail Nature Walk

 

 

Day 6 | Camden, ME | Full of classic schooners, this charming village is considered the "Tall Ship Capital of Maine." Enjoy the warm summer sun and refreshing sea breezes as you relax and watch beautiful ships sail into the harbor. Walk Camden's streets lined with shops and art galleries. Bring your camera to capture sweeping ocean vistas, placid coastlines, and panoramic views of Camden, Penobscot Bay, and the surrounding islands from atop Mount Battie.

 

Available Excursions & Entertainment:

Camden Hills State Park Experience

Camden Historical Walking Exploration - complimentary

Lobstering and Lighthouse Cruise

 

Day 7 | Rockland, ME | Rockland is an exciting town with a vibrant art culture and thriving lobster industry. Spend your time touring one of Rockland's unique museums, including the Owl's Head Transportation Museum and the Farnsworth Art Museum. Explore downtown Rockland which features an eclectic collection of art galleries or relax on a park bench and watch classic schooners sail through the harbor.

 

Available Excursions & Entertainment:

Sail, Power, and Steam Museum Exploration - complimentary

Lobster Bake Luncheon - complimentary

Rockland City Museum Exploration - complimentary

 

 

Day 8 | Boothbay Harbor, ME | Known as the "Boating Capital of New England," Boothbay Harbor overflows with fishing vessels and pleasure crafts in equal numbers. Walk along Boothbay Harbor's flower-lined streets, dotted with art galleries, antique stores, and specialty shops. Don't forget to visit the famous Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.

 

Available Excursions & Entertainment:

Camden Hills State Park Experience

Camden Historical Walking Exploration - complimentary

Lobstering and Lighthouse Cruise

 

Day 9 | Bath, ME | Long known as the "City of Ships," Bath finds its identity in shipbuilding. From its architecture and cultural offerings to its urban downtown, Bath's shipbuilding roots define its character. Walk Bath's streets and admire the seaport's tree-lined avenues, graced with classic examples of American architecture. Or explore the nationally acclaimed Maine Maritime Museum, which offers a variety of exhibits about Maine's nautical history.

 

Day 10 Fly home!

 

Available Excursions & Entertainment:

City of Ships Exploration

Maine Maritime Museum Exploration

Freeport, ME, Shopping Transportation

Bath Town Shuttle

 

8 Breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 7 Dinners are included.

 

*Please note that this itinerary does not include the pre-night and post-night stays.

 

Occupancy	Due At Booking	Due 2/16/25	Due 5/16/25
Double-AAL-$9,595	$1,995	$3,800	$3,800
Double-AAC-$9,995	$1,995	$4,000	$4,000
Single-$10,695	$1,995	$4,350	$4,350