Exploring Newfoundland & Labrador West to East

This journey showcases the finest of "the Far East of the Western World"
Embark on a voyage from the northernmost tip of Newfoundland to the easternmost point of North America, traversing picturesque national parks such as Gros Morne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Delve into the rich history of ancient civilizations, from the Maritime Archaic to the Vikings and Basques, while exploring charming coastal fishing villages and mingling with their warm and welcoming inhabitants. Set sail on boat excursions for unforgettable encounters with whales, myriad seabirds, and, season permitting, breathtaking icebergs!
12 Days from $5799/person CAD
Guided
Off The Beaten Path
Premium
UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Primary Location

Newfoundland, Canada

Departures

2025 departures: June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19, August 2, 9, 16, 30 & September 6

Included:

  • 11 nights’ accommodation
  • 23 meals
  • Port au Choix National Historic Site
  • Strait of Belle Isle ferry to/from Labrador
  • Red Bay – UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • L’Anse aux Meadows – UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Whale Watching Boat Tour
  • Gros Morne National Park – UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Choice of Bonne Bay or Western Brook Pond Boat Tour
  • North Atlantic Aviation
  • Twillingate
  • Prime Berth Fishery & Heritage Centre
  • Terra Nova National Park
  • Cape Bonavista Lighthouse Provincial Historic Site
  • Trinity
  • Guided tour of St. John’s
  • Cape Spear National Historic Site
  • Boat Tour on Witless Bay Ecological Reserve (Puffins)
  • Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
  • Provincial Taxes and Federal HST

Not Included:

  • Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary
  • Laundry, optional excursions, and other items of a personal nature
  • Travel Insurance
  • Pre and Post Accommodation
  • Meet and Greet airport transfer service
  • Everything that is not mentioned in included

Pricing Details

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  • From price is CAD per person, based on double occupancy, and for travel in low season
  • The final price will vary and is also based on the month of travel
  • Prices are subject to change
  • Please note that the following dates are small-group departures with a maximum of 24 passengers: June 25, July 16, August 6 & September 3
  • Bed configuration can vary and may consist of two double beds, one double, queen or king bed
  • Due to the daily distances that must be traveled on these programs, children under the age of 14 do not generally enjoy motorcoach tours. For the enjoyment of all passengers, reservations are not accepted for children under the age of 10
  • Smoking is not permitted on touring or sightseeing motor coaches in Canada. Smoking may also be restricted in certain hotels and restaurants
  • Gratuities have been included for accommodation, porterage, and specified meals and functions. In restaurants, bars, taxis, and hair salons, a gratuity of approximately 15% of the bill (before tax) are customary. In the case of tour directors and bus drivers, tips are a
  • reflection of your level of satisfaction with the services provided. The amount is left to your discretion
  • We regret that we cannot devote the level of special attention to a guest with a particular disability may require. Persons needing assistance with personal needs must be accompanied by an able companion. Wheelchair room cannot be guaranteed

Optional Extras:

  • Optional activities may be offered by the tour director. Prices will be competitive with locally available sightseeing tours. Passengers must pay the tour director directly. Credit cards (Visa, MasterCard) are accepted
  • Pre and post accommodation

Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN CORNER BROOK

Check into your accommodations in Corner Brook where you will spend your first night in Newfoundland & Labrador.

Option: If you are arriving late, you may wish to overnight in Deer Lake instead of Corner Brook. This can be requested upon booking at no additional charge, subject to availability.

Accommodation at the Glynmill Inn, Corner Brook, or similar

DAY 2: CORNER BROOK TO PORT AU CHOIX

Meet your Tour Director or Driver/Guide and fellow travelers this morning at your hotel. Journey through Gros Morne National Park (to be explored later on) to the fishing community of Port au Choix, where you'll delve into ancient cultures. The Port au Choix Peninsula, nestled on Newfoundland’s northwest coast, has been inhabited for 5,500 years. Meals: B, L, D

Accommodation at the Sea Echo Motel, Port au Choix, or similar

DAY 3: PORT AU CHOIX TO L’ANSE AU CLAIR

Embark on a ferry from St. Barbe to cross the Strait of Belle Isle to Labrador. Continue to Red Bay National Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the Basques operated a whaling station in the 16th century. Spend the night in Labrador, where the essence of coastal living intertwines with rich culture and history. Meals: B, D

Accommodation at the Northern Light Inn, L'Anse Au Clair, or similar

DAY 4: L’ANSE AU CLAIR TO ST. ANTHONY

Return to Newfoundland and journey to L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, the first cultural discovery in the world to be recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the Vikings who walked these lands over a millennium ago before heading to your accommodations in St. Anthony for the night. Meals: B, D

Accommodation at the Haven Inn, St. Anthony, or similar

DAY 5: ST. ANTHONY TO COW HEAD

Kick off the day with a whale-watching boat tour in St. Anthony before making your way to Cow Head in Gros Morne National Park, where you'll stay for two nights. Meals: B, D

Note: June and early July offer prime opportunities to witness Titanic-size icebergs.

Accommodation at the Shallow Bay Motel & Cottages, Cow Head, or similar

DAY 6: GROS MORNE EXPLORATION

Discover the unparalleled beauty of Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a scenic boat tour on Bonne Bay. Keep an eye out for bald eagles soaring above the fjord. Explore the Tablelands, a mountain of flat-topped rock typically found deep within the earth’s mantle, creating a truly awe-inspiring sight. Today promises an unforgettable experience; many consider Gros Morne's scenery unmatched in Eastern Canada. Meals: B, L, D

Option: Passengers can request to substitute the scenic boat tour on Bonne Bay and visit the Tablelands with a scenic boat tour on Western Brook Pond and a visit to the Broom Point Fishing Premises. However, note that the boat tour on Western Brook Pond involves a 45-minute walk (3 km/2 miles) from the parking lot to the dock and back. This option must be requested upon booking.

Accommodation at the Shallow Bay Motel & Cottages, Cow Head, or similar

DAY 7: COW HEAD TO GANDER

As your time in Gros Morne National Park concludes, capture the beauty with your camera. Travel through Central Newfoundland to Gander, renowned as the inspiration for the hit Broadway Musical, Come From Away. Learn about the local residents' hospitality and generosity during the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks, when 38 airplanes unexpectedly landed there. Explore the North Atlantic Aviation Museum, which showcases Gander's role in transatlantic aviation development. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Sinbad’s Hotel & Suites, Gander, or similar

DAY 8: GANDER TO CLARENVILLE

Embark on a scenic drive along the rugged coast of Notre Dame Bay, leading to the picturesque outport of Twillingate. Visit Long Point Lighthouse and the Prime Berth Fishery & Heritage Centre. Keep your camera ready for wildlife sightings as you journey through Terra Nova National Park en route to Clarenville, your base for the next two nights. Meal: B, L, D

Accommodation at the Quality Hotel Clarenville, Clarenville, or similar

DAY 9: BONAVISTA & TRINITY EXPLORATION

Explore two historic towns today. Begin in Bonavista, where John Cabot first arrived in North America in 1497. Learn about the challenging life of the light keepers at Cape Bonavista Lighthouse Provincial Historic Site before continuing to charming Trinity. Wander through its lanes and discover well-preserved historic buildings dating back to the 18th century. Meals: B, L, D

Accommodation at the Quality Hotel Clarenville, Clarenville, or similar

DAY 10: CLARENVILLE TO ST. JOHN’S

Continue your journey to St. John’s, an intriguing old seaport, and your home for the next two nights. North America’s oldest city and Newfoundland’s capital boasts a stunning location amidst the granite cliffs and slopes of the Avalon Peninsula. Enjoy a city tour featuring the Victorian architecture of the downtown area, the bustling modern waterfront, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, the Confederation Building, and the panoramic vistas from Signal Hill. Meals: B, D

Accommodation at the Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John’s, St. John's, or similar

DAY 11: LOCAL EXPLORATION

Embark on one of the trip's highlights with a boat tour in the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve from Bay Bulls, searching for puffins and other seabirds. Visit Cape Spear National Historic Site, the most easterly point in North America. The afternoon is yours to leisurely explore St. John’s. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John’s, St. John's, or similar

DAY 12: DEPARTURE FROM ST. JOHN’S

After breakfast, it's time to check out of your hotel and embark on your next adventure. Meals: B

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