Joy Ride E-Bike Tour of Boothbay Harbor

5.0 (55 Viator reviews) 2 hrs Maine area

The road less traveled leads to a feast for the senses.
The Joy Ride combines the natural beauty of spruce forests meeting the Atlantic Ocean’s rocky coastline with the art inspired by it.
Grandview on Spruce Point with lighthouse and island views.
The Villards brought the Boothbay Peninsula into the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), NY.
The Joy Ride lives up to its name!

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About this activity

Boothbay Harbor’s rocky coastline, spruce forests, and working waterfront set the route for a shared e-bike tour capped at six travelers. Visit Villard Studios, the last working studio of the 1901 Commonwealth Art Colony, for an artist-led studio tour and demonstration. The ride follows an old Wawenock trail around Appalachee Pond and Linekin Bay to Spruce Point, with views toward harbor islands and lighthouses, including Burnt Island Lighthouse. A feast for all five senses!

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · 30 min

    We'll visit Villard Studios, the last working studio of the 1901 Commonwealth Art Colony, for a studio tour and art demo by the artists, Kim and Philippe Villard.

  2. Stop 2 · pass by

    A beautiful hidden pond tucked alongside an old Indian trail used for centuries by the Wawenock tribe.

  3. Stop 3 · pass by

    Ride the coastline around Lobster Cove and Linekin Bay.

  4. Stop 4 · pass by

    Tour through forested Sprucewold, home of the historic Sprucewold Lodge and an historic log cabin village.

  5. Stop 5 · pass by

    Our route out to the end of Spruce Point hugs the coastline and provides spectacular views of the outer harbor with harbor islands and lighthouses.

  6. Stop 6 · 10 min

    The Spruce Point Inn was a favorite holiday destination for the Kennedy family and Ernest Hemingway. We’ll have a fabulous view of Burnt Island Lighthouse and time for photo opportunities.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Pure joy guaranteed!
  • 10% off another Mysterious Harbor Tours e-bike or walking tour
  • Use of bike helmet
  • Use of Pedego e-bike that fits your height and weight

Not included

  • Tips for your guide are appreciated!

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

We meet at Pedego Electric Bikes at the town's one stoplight across the street from Hannaford. Plenty of free parking available.

End point: We meet at Pedego Electric Bikes at the town's one stoplight across the street from Hannaford. Plenty of free parking available.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • While no experience riding an electric bike is necessary, guests must be able to confidently ride a standard bike. If it has been a while since you’ve been on a bike, we highly recommend you practice, even just once, before your tour.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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