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New Castle Island
New Castle
Explore the NH Seacoast, Villages, Beaches & Mansions Bike Tour
New Castle Common
New Castle Common

Public|NH Coastal & Seaside Bike Tour Along the Atlantic|3.5-4hrs

By PortCity Bike Tours
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Overview

The coastline of New Hampshire is a secret waiting to be found. The beaches along the seacoast are expansive, perfect and waiting to be explored. Embark on a journey of the coastline as you pedal along the breathtaking scenic route. Your senses will come alive with the smell of ocean breeze, salt marshes and the pristine view of the glistening sea! You will hear the sounds of the waves, gulls and be astounded by the beauty of the mansions that surround you. Your guide will share local history of fishing, shipbuilding and an area so charming, you will go home and want to tell your friends about it! Save and book direct. E-bikes on our website.

Highlights:
Pedal along the coast
Stop at Rye State Harbour
Pedal along the islands, inlets and harbour
Visit the Wentworth by the Sea
Visit the Great Island Common
Visit Prescott Park

At your selected departure time, meet 30 minutes prior to get fitted with your bike. Please arrive by 8:30 AM. Tours leave on time. Save when you book direct.

Activity location

  • African Burying Ground
    • 386 State St
    • 03801-4035, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 43 Middle Rd
    • 43 Middle Road
    • 03801, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedExpert Tour Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of bicycle
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Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

African Burying Ground
  • 8m
We’ll stop for a brief discussion on the Burying grounds
Great Island Common
  • 8m
We’ll stop at the mouth of the Piscataquis River and talk briefly about the five military installations, light houses and islands in the Atlantic ocean .
Prescott Park
  • 7m
Charles Prescott of Erie, PA died leaving $3 million to his sisters Josie and Mary Prescott in Portsmouth, NH. They used the funds to build Prescott Park. The Prescott sisters, are directly responsible for the creation of what is now known as Prescott Park. Prescott Park includes over 10 acres of fountains and waterfront gardens along the Piscataqua River. There are a number of historic warehouses that were preserved from destruction such as the Sheaf Warehouse that outfitted the USS Ranger captained by John Paul Jones.
Rye Harbor State Park
  • 8m
Will stop here briefly and talk about the captain John Smith Memorial about his 1614 visit to the area.
Wentworth by the Sea
  • 15m
The Wentworth-By-The-Sea has been a historic landmark in New Castle since it was built by the Campbell family in 1874. Local beer tycoon Frank Jones, expanded the hotel after he bought it in 1879 and owned it until his death in 1902. The hotel housed the delegates to the signing of the Treaty of Portsmouth in 1905 that ended the Russo-Japanese War. The exclusive luxury hotel, had visitors such as Prince Charles, Roosevelts, Kennedys and a host of other celebrities. In the 1980s, the hotel closed its doors with the uncertainty of ever opening again. With the downturn of the economy, the hotel went into complete disarray.
Fuller Gardens (Pass by)
Pass by the scenic mansions and gardens down a beautiful country road.
North Hampton State Beach
  • 5m
One of the best places on our route with the best views. North Hampton Beach is calm, peaceful and there are views of swank Little Boars Head and the Isles of Shoals.
Odiorne Point State Park (Pass by)
Odiorne State Park was a “true wilderness” until about 400 years ago. The first people to discover Odiorne Point were the Abenaki and Penacook Native American tribes. They referred to Odiorne Point as “Pennaway” and only stopped in the area when passing through. During this time, they took advantage of the plentiful resources all around. This included fishing on the coast and digging in the sand for clams and mussels. Permanent settlement began in the 1600’s. In 1623, an Englishman by the name of David Thompson sailed on a ship named the Jonathan, that planned to settle along the coast of New England. This ship would be the first to settle in New Hampshire on Odiorne Point. Years later in 1660, John Odiorne joined this settlement and went on to acquire many acres of land and shoreline including what is now the state park and would later be named after John Odiorne. Also located on this site are multiple forts and bunkers that date back to the Civil War.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESAfrican Burying Ground
    • 386 State St
    • 03801-4035, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE43 Middle Rd
    • 43 Middle Road
    • 03801, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States

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