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Portland, Maine, Maine

Private White Mountains Day Tour with Mount Washington Cog Railway

A full private day from Portland into New Hampshire's White Mountains, with a ride to the summit of Mount Washington.

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 day trip from Portland through New Hampshire's White Mountains, riding the historic Mount Washington Cog Railway to the highest peak in the northeastern United States.

This full-day private tour combines mountain scenery, historic rail travel, and charming villages that showcase New Hampshire's White Mountains region. The centerpiece is a ride on the Mount Washington Cog Railway to the summit of Mount Washington, the highest peak in the northeastern United States, where you can take in panoramic views and visit the small summit museum. The route also covers the Kancamagus Highway and the villages of Jackson and North Conway, with stops at scenic overlooks and waterfalls along the way.

Highlights

  • Mount Washington Cog Railway Board the historic cog railway train for the climb to the 6,288-foot summit of Mount Washington.
  • Kancamagus Highway Drive one of the most scenic mountain roads in the country.
  • Jackson & North Conway Stop in two of the White Mountains' most picturesque villages.
  • Summit Views Panoramic views and a small museum at the top of the Northeast's highest peak.

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.

P

Pickup

Private pickup from your Portland hotel or accommodation.

1

Mount Washington Cog Railway

Board the historic cog railway train for the climb to the 6,288-foot summit of Mount Washington.

2

Kancamagus Highway

Drive one of the most scenic mountain roads in the country.

3

Jackson & North Conway

Stop in two of the White Mountains' most picturesque villages.

4

Summit Views

Panoramic views and a small museum at the top of the Northeast's highest peak.

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

Yes, guests have the option to add a ride on the historic Mount Washington Cog Railway as part of the day.
This is a private, driver-guided tour for your group only, with a smaller, more personal pace than a large bus tour.
The White Mountains are roughly a 2-hour drive from Portland, making this a full but manageable day trip.
Mount Washington's summit is 6,288 feet above sea level, making it the highest peak in the northeastern United States.
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 day trip from Portland through New Hampshire's White Mountains, riding the historic Mount Washington Cog Railway to the highest peak in the northeastern United States. This full-day private tour combines mountain scenery, historic rail travel, and charming villages that showcase New Hampshire's White Mountains region. The centerpiece is a ride on the Mount Washington Cog Railway to the summit of Mount Washington, the highest peak in the northeastern United States, where you can take in panoramic views and visit the small summit museum. The route also covers the Kancamagus Highway and the villages of Jackson and North Conway, with stops at scenic overlooks and waterfalls along the way.

The Mount Washington Cog Railway is described as the world's first mountain-climbing cog railway. Sylvester Marsh patented the cog mechanism in 1861 after a stormy climb of the mountain, work began in 1866, and the line was completed in 1869. Skeptics reportedly joked that the legislature approved it because such a scheme could never succeed.

The railway runs a little over three miles, with a maximum grade of about 37 percent on the section called Jacob's Ladder. The summit stands 6,288 feet above sea level, the highest point in the northeastern United States.

The Kancamagus Highway, about 34.5 miles through White Mountain National Forest between Lincoln and Conway, was built from both ends beginning in the 1930s, paused by World War II, and finally opened in 1959 after crews tackled the hardest stretch last.

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