Posted on Jun 17, 2020
Sadly friends, we have had to take Scarlett off the road during the current Covid-19 pandemic. We hope to be able to serve you again sometime soon. Until then, stay safe and healthy!
Castine Touring Company
Tourist Attraction in Castine
Opening at 10:00 AM
Updates
Posted on May 28, 2020
Well friends, we don't need to tell you all that progress has moved at a snail's pace concerning proposed solutions for dealing with this pandemic. Having said that, the Board of Directors of Castine Touring Company has decided that we cannot in good conscience proceed with any of our planned ac...
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Posted on May 17, 2020
Check out The May issue of Down East Magazine's 2020 Great Maine Scavenger Hunt...featuring Castine Touring Company on Page 82! We are suggested tour #13, "Take a History Tour in Castine". A superb recommendation if we do say so ourselves!
Posted on Mar 31, 2020
Hello friends and visitors to Castine. We hope this finds you all safe, healthy...and "Social Distancing"! As a result of the current Coronavirus pandemic, we at Castine Touring Company are taking a hard look at the upcoming summer season, and what the anticipated travel restrictions will mean fo...
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Posted on Dec 11, 2019
Call nowGreat news! Scarlett has added phone service for your ease in contacting us to make reservations or for any other inquiries. Our new number is:
207-801-1122
Now you have the convenience of calling, or contacting Scarlett via email at: ctouringc@gmail.com.
In addition, we suggest you visit th...
Posted on Sep 20, 2019
Castine Touring Company volunteers and officers gathered last evening to celebrate a truly remarkable 2019 season. While operations have not yet ended, this summer Scarlett has already seen a 256..63% increase in ridership as compared with our first year of operation in 2016! Scarlett's impressiv...
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Posted on Sep 14, 2019
The sun is beginning to set on our extremely successful 2019 season. Scarlett is hoping to continue offering tours for a few more weeks. Subject to weather and volunteer driver availability, we are hoping we may even continue to be able to operate through Columbus Day. Check with us via email at ...
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Posted on Sep 14, 2019
Hot off the presses! Check out this excellent new Scarlett brochure copy produced by one of our most dedicated volunteers, Gordon MacArthur...
Posted on Aug 6, 2019
See the natural beauty of our peninsula up close and personal...on a Scarlett tour!
Testimonials
a year ago
- Jen ATour this adorable and historic town of Castine in the town golf cart, Scarlett. Tours leave from the town dock and are run by trained volunteers of the town. They'll take you all over and even bring you to the lighthouse! If you can't find Scarlett, drop in the visitor's center to inquire. Suggested contribution of $10 per person! A fantastic way to see this charming little town and soak up the history. This runs seasonally!
a year ago
- Sylvan FWhat a great way to see the town! This was my first trip to Castine, and Bill made sure I didn't miss a thing. He was so knowledgeable about local landmarks and history, and seeing the scenery from a golf cart was a lot of fun. I really enjoyed this tour and would highly recommend it!
a year ago
- J DSmall American waterfront town with the history which was neat.
Sadly, Closed for Business Temporarily
Scarlett, a fully licensed and
insured "Low Speed Vehicle", is the brainchild of three very special
local ladies who got together a few years back to explore ways to enhance the
experience of our visitors to Castine, Maine. First settled in 1613, our historic
little Midcoast town on the shores of Penobscot Bay is literally
"The place where history never grows old". As a result of these
ladies' efforts we now have The Castine Touring Company, a
not-for-profit LLC which exists for the sole purpose of sharing the rich
history, beautiful architecture, magnificent elm trees and wonderful ambiance
of our community with our valued guests. Site of the Maine Maritime Academy,
our deep water harbor is unique on the east coast, making this place literally
one of the most coveted sailing venues in the world. Our dedicated Scarlett drivers
are all fully trained volunteers*, who happily share their time and vast
knowledge of the area with you, so that you may gain the most from your stay
here. If you are tired of fighting the crowds in Acadia, Camden and Bar Harbor,
come to the Blue Hill Peninsula and Castine for a true Coastal Maine
experience. We are a little off the beaten path. You will have to consult a map
or your GPS to find us. But...that's part of what makes us
special. In fact, many of our visitors arrive from the water.
However you get here, once you arrive, rest assured you will not want to leave.
Castine is truly, "Under the elms and by the sea".
Suggested contribution
for a 60 – 90 minute tour is $10 per passenger. Any additional contributions
are appreciated, and go directly to The Scarlett Fund, in support of local
Castine civic projects.
*Occasionally one of
our volunteer drivers may not be available to fill a particular schedule. We
apologize in advance for any disappointment this may cause.
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- (207) 801-1122
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Business Hours
| Mon: | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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| Tue: | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wed: | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thu: | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Fri: | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sat: | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sun: | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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