Southern Maine Private Tour: Kennebunkport & Nubble Lighthouse

This is a fully private Southern Maine coastal experience designed exclusively for your party (2–5 guests). No bus groups. No shared travelers — just your group, your pace, and a relaxed day along Maine’s scenic shoreline. Visit historic York’s colonial landmarks, walk through the Old Burying Ground, and enjoy views from John Hancock Wharf before stopping at Cape Neddick Light, one of New England’s most photographed lighthouses. Continue to Ogunquit for time at Perkins Cove, with the option for a short scenic stroll along the Marginal Way overlooking the Atlantic. In Kennebunkport, enjoy unhurried time in Dock Square to browse shops, walk the harbor, and dine at a local restaurant of your choice. A scenic stop at The Colony Hotel adds classic New England charm and sweeping coastal views. Because this tour is private, the experience remains flexible and comfortable, allowing you to explore at your own pace and focus on the scenery and stories that interest you most.

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 – Historic York & Nubble Lighthouse Historic York & Coastal Landmarks Explore the colonial village of York, one of Maine’s oldest settlements. View the historic Old Gaol and walk through the Old Burying Ground, where centuries-old gravestones and local legends reflect early New England life. Enjoy scenic stops at the Wiggly Bridge and John Hancock Wharf, offering peaceful harbor views and classic coastal charm. The highlight is Cape Neddick Light (Nubble Lighthouse), one of Maine’s most photographed landmarks, standing proudly on its rocky island just offshore with sweeping Atlantic views. (2h 0min)
2. Stop 2 – Ogunquit Perkins Cove & Marginal Way Visit the charming harbor district of Perkins Cove in Ogunquit, filled with small shops, galleries, and working fishing boats. Guests may browse, take photos, or simply enjoy the relaxed seaside atmosphere. For those who wish, a short optional stroll along a scenic section of the Marginal Way offers beautiful ocean views along Maine’s rugged coastline. Benches and paved paths make this stop comfortable and accessible while showcasing some of the region’s most picturesque shoreline. (1h 0min)
3. Kennebunkport & Ocean Drive Enjoy unhurried time in Kennebunkport’s Dock Square, the heart of this classic seaside village. Browse local boutiques, walk the harbor, and enjoy lunch at a waterfront restaurant of your choice. A scenic drive along Ocean Avenue offers sweeping Atlantic views, including a stop to view Walker’s Point, the well-known summer home of the Bush family. When open, guests may also visit St. Ann’s Episcopal Church, a beautiful stone seaside chapel overlooking the ocean. A stop at The Colony Hotel, established in 1914, adds historic New England elegance and panoramic coastal scenery. (1h 30min)