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Maine Coast: Art and Nature Tour: October 3 to 11, 2008
Come experience Autumn in New England!
Visit Camden, Monhegan Island, and Bar Harbor.
Full 9-day tour: $2589 / 6-day getaway: $1989 w/o Bar Harbor
Explore charming coastal villages, little island havens, lighthouses, mountain trails with spectacular views, and art galleries and museums. Enjoy the beauty of the rugged Maine coast hiking, biking, and kayaking or just relax with a warm drink in front of the fireplace.
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Camden Harbor Juried Arts & Craft Show October 4-5. Come see over 100 exhibitors in a spectacular setting, where the mountains meet the sea! Leisurely pace, small group size (6-10), and historic inns and a victorian B-and-B.
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3 nights CAMDEN:
Our adventure begins in the village of Camden, Maine on the shore of Penobscot Bay, where "the mountains meet the sea." We'll be staying at a beautiful New England style inn near the harbor and within walking distance to restaurants, art galleries, shops, and "one of the world's prettiest walks," according to Yankee Magazine. Kayak to Curtis Island lighthouse and hike to outlooks with panoramic views of the Maine coast. Meander about the Camden Harbor Juried Arts and Crafts Show taking place during our visit. Before heading to Monhegan Island we will visit the Farnsworth Museum in Rockland for a guided tour and learn about artists whose works have been inspired by the beauty of the coast of Maine. |
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Lighthouse, Camden Harbor, Maine
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2 nights MONHEGAN ISLAND:
We will take the Monhegan Ferry from Port Clyde; seals, porpoises, and even whales are commonly spotted on the ride. Monhegan Island is home to a small colony of artists, local fishermen, and an array of seabirds. This small island is the perfect place to de-stress and enjoy nature's serenity. Walk along the numerous trails and visit galleries and studios of local artists, and explore the lighthouse and museum that crown the island. |
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Our inn on Monhegan Island
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3 nights BAR HARBOR, MOUNT DESERT ISLAND:
After returning to Port Clyde by ferry we will transfer (End 6-day option ) to Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island, home of Acadia National Park. We'll be staying at a historic B-and- B located in the heart of town near the harbor. Hike the trails of Acadia National Park. Bike the carriage trails, which date back to the hey-day of this beautiful island-getaway of the Rockefellers and other notables of the early 1900s. Visit little Cranberry Island and it's artisits' galleries. Optional activities include kayaking, a whale watch or nature-cruise. On our last evening we will gather for a special farewell dinner. |
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W H A T T O E X P E C T
As with all Eurynome Journeys' women's trips, the group size is small (6-10) and the pace is leisurely to allow each participant to do what she enjoys most: hiking, visiting museums, shopping for handmade crafts, or just enjoying the scenery. The tour is fully escorted to ensure you a hassle-free vacation. Included guided hikes are easy moderate in difficulty and range from 2 to 4 plus hours. The guided kayaking trip is suitable for all levels of ability including first-timers. Duration of bike ride led by our guide will be determined, terrain varies from level to rolling hills.
NOTE: The trip requires good health and fitness; we will walk, hike, bike, and kayak. Please feel free to call us at 207.236.0110 if you have any questions. |
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Bar Harbor from Cadilac Mountian
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Guided hike in Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor
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Y O U R G U I D E
We'll be joined by Registered Maine Guide True Soilikki who will guide hikes and walks in the Camden Hills , Monhegan Island, and Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island. True is an art and nature enthusiast and spends as much time as possible in the wilderness with her sketch pad and her dog Timber. True and Timber reside in Camden, Maine part of the year and in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado for the other part. Prior to our adventure in Maine, True and Timber will be finishing the final stretch of the Continental Divide Trail. The completion of which will give them the TRIPLE CROWN of hiking (meaning they have hiked the Appalachian Trail, 2168 miles; Pacific Crest Trail, 2658 miles; and the Continental Divide “trail,” 3100 miles). Some of True's "short" hikes include the International Extension of the Appalachian Trail into Canada, a hike across Newfoundland, the Camino de Santiago from France to the Atlantic coast of Spain, and the Bear Path (Karhunpolku) in eastern Finland along the Russian boarder. For our women's travel adventure True has selected her favorite hikes in coastal Maine. |
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H O T E L S
Charming traditional New England style inns located near the water's edge and and a historic Victorian B-n-B have been selected for our trip to Maine. Each property is within walking distance to attractions and restaurants. All rooms have private bathrooms. The inns do not all have elevators and some of the rooms may be located on upper floors. Since we do not use the typical "tour package" hotels, rooms may vary in size and types of beds they have (i.e. twins, full, etc.). A limited number of single (private) rooms are available at a supplementary cost (starting at $550 for 9-Day trip); price is based on availability at time of booking. Room selection is on a first-come-first-serve basis.
R E S E R V A T I O N S
To reserve your space call or email Eurynome Journeys to obtain a Trip Application Form, copy of Terms and Conditions and Release Form . Once filled out forms and signed release are received along with a deposit check (sorry we do not accept credit cards) for $500.00 per person your space will be confirmed. The early booking savings applies to reservations receieved by 27 May 2008.
P R I C E
Trip price is based on double occupany. After May 27 add $100 pp for full 9-day tour and $75 pp for 6-day getaway option. After July 3 a late booking fee of $85 pp applies.
We have a limited number of single rooms varying in size. Smaller rooms are less exspensive, but are fewer. Room types are subject to availabilty.
Single supplement for full 9-day trip is $550 to $700
Single supplement for 6-day option is $500 to $655
Full 9-day trip includes: 8 nights accommodations, transfers, ferry, and admissions fees as per itinerary; breakfast daily including a gourmet Sunday brunch; three dinners including at least one lobster dinner; one packed lunch; trail snacks on hikes; privately guided tour of Farnsworth Museum; three guided hikes and a guided kayaking excursion by Registered Maine Guides; one bike rental; trip to Little Cranberry Island; and services of tour director through out duration of the trip.
The 6-day getaway option includes: 5 nights accommodations, transfers, ferry, and admissions fees as per itinerary; breakfast daily including a gourmet Sunday brunch; two dinners including one lobster dinner; one packed lunch; trail snacks on hikes; privately guided tour of Farnsworth Museum; two guided hikes and a guided kayaking excursion by Registered Maine Guides; and services of tour director through out duration of the trip.
G E T T I N G T O M A I N E
Airports with convenient transportation to Camden, Maine (tour starting point) include Boston's Logan Airport; Portland Jetport in Portland, Maine; Bangor Airport in Bangor, Maine; and Hancock Airport near Bar Harbor, Maine. Concord Trailways Bus Company provides convenient service from Logan International Airport, the train station in Portland, Maine; and Bangor, Maine International Airport to Camden. Private transfers can also be arranged. The full 9-day tour finishes in Bar Harbor, from where shuttle service is available to Bar Harbor Airport (Hancock), Bangor Airport,and the Concord Trailways station. The 6-day tour concludes at the Rockland ferry terminal in time for the 12:50 pm Concord Trailways bus to Portland and Logan Airport (providing the ferry from Mohegan is on time). See Concord trailways schedule. Call us at 207-236-0110 for assistance with your travel arrangements.
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NOTE: Eurynome Journeys reserves the right to change itinerary at anytime to ensure the safety and comfort of group.
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BEST PLACES TO HAVE LOBSTER:
One of my favorite places to enjoy lobster is at the Waterfront Restaurant in Camden, Maine. On a warm summer night sit outsite on the deck overlooking the harbor full of sail boats. On a cool evening sit inside by the fire place. (For more information visit http://www.waterfrontcamden.com/)
Make a special trip out to Islesford Island-a ferry ride away from Mount Desert-for wonderful rustic atmosphere and great lobster at the Islesford Dock Restaurant (visit them on line at http://www.islesford.com/idcbusiid.html).
More coming soon!
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Live. Laugh. Travel!
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Helpful sites for travelers to Maine:
Maine Tourist Board
Maine Climate
Farmsworth Museum
L.L. Bean |
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