Maine Moose, Lobsters and Lighthouses

Day One

Today we journey to the Northwoods of Maine as we begin our journey to find an elusive moose. Tonight we check into our slope-side resort for the next two evenings. Our resort offers amenities such as an outdoor heated pool with hot tub, a fitness and health center with a sauna, spa treatments, complimentary WiFi, concierge services, gift shop, game room, 24 hour front desk, 37 inch flat-screen TV in each room with High Definition and an ATM. After checking in, enjoy a fabulous dinner buffet served at the resort. (D)

Day Two

Awaken refreshed to a full American Breakfast included at the hotel. With your local guide, travel just a short distance to the Maine Mineralogy Expedition where you will explore Bumpus Mine. The Bumpus Mine became famous in the early 1900’s when it produced the world’s largest Beryl Crystal, now resting at the Museum of Natural History in New York City. The crystal is nearly 4’ in diameter, 6’ long, and weighs two tons! Next we travel to the Bethel Outdoor Adventure Center and enjoy sluicing for your own special, rare mineral. This region is so very rich in minerals such as tourmaline and rose quartz. You never know what you’ll find, and anything you find, you keep! Enjoy lunch and shopping on your own in Bethel. Bethel offers an authentic entrepreneurial shopping experience, selling exquisite and one-of-a-kind items for one to enjoy. After lunch, enjoy a short tour with a member of the Bethel Historical Society. We return to the resort where you can enjoy a little relaxation, in preparation for your moose safari at dusk. A traditional Maine Bean Hole Dinner is served this evening. Following dinner begin your moose safari with a local moose naturalist who will

teach you the facts on these great animals. The locales you will visit are known places where the moose congregate at dusk! Return to your resort for dessert, coffee/tea and to share the experiences of the day’s adventures. (B,D)

Day Three

After enjoying breakfast, head to Freeport, Maine, home of L.L. Bean’s Flagship Store, open 365 days a year, 24 hours a day! With over 100 stores, including L.L. Bean, you are sure to enjoy the free time for lunch and shopping. Next, travel to the “Queen City” of Portland, ME. Here we meet a local guide who will take us on a guided tour to learn it’s fascinating history. Learn about the home of Longfellow and Linda Greenlaw who was portrayed in the movie “The Perfect Storm” . We conclude our tour of Portland with a visit to the Portland Headlight, commissioned in 1794 by George Washington. Take a short detour in Kennebunkport as we drive by Walker’s Point which is home to former President Bush. We check into our oceanfront accommodations for the next two evenings. Dinner is included this evening at the Sun & Surf Restaurant. (B,D)

Day Four

Following breakfast, enjoy a little time to take a stroll along the beach. We board the coach in the late morning for Perkins Cove in Ogunquit, ME. This morning we board the Finest Kind Lobster Boat for an educational adventure on the coast of Maine. Learn about lobster fishing as you enjoy a scenic ride along the coast. Enjoy free time in Ogunquit for lunch and shopping on your own. This afternoon we visit the Nubble Lighthouse for a picture stop and conclude our day with a visit to Stonewall Kitchens where you can enjoy samples of their delicious blueberry jams and jellies and many other wonderful Maine Made Products. you will have time to relax. Tonight, we travel to Foster’s Lobsterbake where we enjoy a wonderful lobster dinner along with entertainment. (B, Lobster Dinner)

Day Five

After breakfast, we board the coach for our journey home taking with us many fond memories of our time in Maine. We make a lunch stop at Faneuil Hall & Quincy Market in Boston before continuing our journey home. (B)

Inclusions:

Two night’s accommodations Anchorage Inn York, ME

Two night’s accommodations Jordan Grand Summit Hotel Bethel, ME

Four dinners including a Bean Hole Dinner and Maine Lobster Dinner

Four breakfasts

Guided tour of Bethel

Admission to Rumpus Mine

Sluicing for Gems

Guided Maine Moose Tour by Certified Maine Guide

Three days guide service

Visit to LL Bean

Guided tour of Portland, visit the Portland Headlight