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Portland, Maine, Maine

Private Portland Head Light & Midcoast Maine Explorer

From one of the nation's most photographed lighthouses to the harbor village of Boothbay, all in one private day.

Private tour — just your group 6 to 8 hours Up to 56 guests Free itinerary changes Local expert guide
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Overview

A private guided tour of coastal Maine starting at Portland Head Light and continuing up the coast to the picturesque harbor village of Boothbay Harbor, with a walk across its historic 1901 Footbridge.

Your journey begins at Portland Head Light, one of the most photographed lighthouses in the United States, where dramatic rocky cliffs and sweeping Atlantic views create classic Maine photo opportunities. From there, you travel along the scenic coastline to the harbor village of Boothbay Harbor, walking across the historic Footbridge (built in 1901) with views of working lobster boats and quiet marinas. Guests have the option of lunch along the harbor at a restaurant built from a historic tugboat, and your knowledgeable local guide shares stories and insights throughout.

Highlights

  • Portland Head Light See one of America's most photographed lighthouses on the cliffs of Cape Elizabeth.
  • Boothbay Harbor Footbridge Walk the historic 1901 Footbridge over the working harbor.
  • Working Lobster Boats Watch Maine's real lobstering fleet at work in a classic New England harbor.
  • Optional Tugboat Restaurant Lunch Option to enjoy lunch at a harbor restaurant built from a historic tugboat.

What Stops Does This Tour Make?

A popular starting point — every Voyzo itinerary is fully customizable, so we'll shape the order and stops around your group.

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Pickup

Private pickup by your local guide, typically from your Portland accommodation.

1

Portland Head Light

See one of America's most photographed lighthouses on the cliffs of Cape Elizabeth.

2

Boothbay Harbor Footbridge

Walk the historic 1901 Footbridge over the working harbor.

3

Working Lobster Boats

Watch Maine's real lobstering fleet at work in a classic New England harbor.

4

Optional Tugboat Restaurant Lunch

Option to enjoy lunch at a harbor restaurant built from a historic tugboat.

D

Drop-off

Back to your hotel, home, or the airport — whenever your day wraps up.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
A fully customizable itinerary built around you
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Choose Your Vehicle

Every group size is covered — from an intimate private ride to large multi-coach groups.

Black Chevrolet Suburban executive SUV Up to 6

Executive SUV

Cadillac Escalade or Chevrolet Suburban

A fast, private ride for couples, small families, or business travelers — plenty of luggage room and a smooth, quiet cabin.

Black Mercedes-Benz Sprinter passenger van Up to 14

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van

Sprinter, high-roof passenger configuration

Comfortable, air-conditioned seating for small and mid-size groups — our most popular option for families and friend groups traveling together.

White Prevost luxury motorcoach Up to 56

Prevost Coach Bus

Prevost motorcoach

Our largest single vehicle — a full-size luxury motorcoach for large groups, conventions, and corporate events that still want one private tour, one vehicle.

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 56 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your pickup address is required to finalize the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lunch at the harbor restaurant is optional and available at an additional cost, so you can choose whether to stop.
It's roughly an hour and a half up the coast, making this a full but comfortable private day trip.
This is a fully private, guided tour — just your group and your local guide.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

About This Tour

A private guided tour of coastal Maine starting at Portland Head Light and continuing up the coast to the picturesque harbor village of Boothbay Harbor, with a walk across its historic 1901 Footbridge. Your journey begins at Portland Head Light, one of the most photographed lighthouses in the United States, where dramatic rocky cliffs and sweeping Atlantic views create classic Maine photo opportunities. From there, you travel along the scenic coastline to the harbor village of Boothbay Harbor, walking across the historic Footbridge (built in 1901) with views of working lobster boats and quiet marinas. Guests have the option of lunch along the harbor at a restaurant built from a historic tugboat, and your knowledgeable local guide shares stories and insights throughout.

Portland Head Light was first lit on January 10, 1791, and is generally described as the first lighthouse completed by the new United States government; the tower had been commissioned under George Washington's direction, with masons Jonathan Bryant and John Nichols building it and Captain Joseph Greenleaf serving as the first keeper.

Boothbay Harbor's Footbridge was built in 1901 by contractor Luther Maddocks for $1,500 using cannery workers. The original was about 885 feet long and seven feet wide with a 75-foot draw, and it was rebuilt after severe ice damage in 1918 and 1928, with later work in 1979, 2017 and 2023.

Maine's coast near Boothbay once relied on ferries or a long walk around the harbor head; the bridge saved pedestrians that trip and connected downtown to Mt. Pisgah and Spruce Point, which developed as summer colonies.

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