Day 1: Greetings St. John's
The colorful row houses of St. John 's add character to North America 's oldest English city, the jumping off point to your memorable journey through Canada 's easternmost provinces. You have the day to settle in from your travels before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for a dinner. Then join local celebrity Sheila Williams for live entertainment and a traditional Newfoundland "Screech-in" ceremony that will make you an honorary Newfoundlander.
Day 2: St. John's Sightseeing
Nature takes center stage this morning as you board the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve Boat Tour, keeping a keen eye out for puffins and whales (in season) in their natural habitat as you are in the largest Atlantic puffin sanctuary in North America. Unlock the best of St. John 's on a city tour with a first stop at Signal Hill, offering sweeping views of the Atlantic, as well as Cape Spear, the most eastern point of North America. The evening is yours to discover this walkable city filled with tempting restaurants.
Day 3: Go Back in Time to Olde English Settlements
The first stop this morning is Cupids, the second oldest English settlement in North America, rich in architecture and archaeological sites. Then depart to the Town of Brigus, known for its old-style architecture and historic significance as a strategic location for local fishermen. As you explore on your own and take in the English, Irish and Welsh heritage, the journey leads to Brigus tunnel where a stunning view of the wharf awaits. As the day comes to an end, depart for Clarenville and enjoy the night at leisure.
Day 4: Uncover The Natural Beauty of Bonavista
Admire the rugged beauty of the Bonavista Peninsula as you embark on a tour of the Lighthouse on Cape Bonavista. This mid-19th century lighthouse, still climbable today, used a seal oil-fuelled light to warn ships of the challenging coastline. See if you can spot whales, icebergs and puffins (seasonal) like the lighthouse keepers of yesteryear once did. Continue to the historic Newfoundland town of Trinity to meet a Local Specialist for a walking tour before returning to Clarenville.
Day 5: Discover the Impact of Gander
Join a Local Specialist this morning for a guided walk in Terra Nova National Park where you 'll explore sheltered inlets, headlands and forests - a beautiful brush with rugged landscapes. Continue to Gander to learn about the significant role this Newfoundland community played during the 9/11 disaster when thousands of air passengers were rerouted to the town moments after the terrorist attack.
Day 6: Uncover Earth's Secrets At Gros Morne National Park
Your first stop is the Whale Pavilion in King 's Point, where you 'll come face-to-face with a 50-foot whale skeleton, a striking reminder of Newfoundland 's deep connection to the sea. Follow your Local Specialist on a Make Travel Matter Experience along the Tablelands Trail in Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See where the Earth 's mantle is exposed, offering a rare glimpse into our planet 's geological past. This evening, enjoy a Be My Guest experience at The Fish Sheds, a traditional fishing shed-turned-dining space, decorated with artifacts from the industry. Hosts Becky and Alex welcome you to their outdoor table overlooking Bonne Bay, where you 'll sit down to a three-course meal made from fresh, local ingredients. They 'll share personal stories of Newfoundland 's food culture, traditions and their deep love for the natural environment.
Day 7: Voyage Through Gros Morne National Park
Unlock your natural surroundings with an optional boat tour exploring Gros Morne National Park. With everything taken care of, enjoy live commentary about the rich cultural history of Bonne Bay including its biodiversity and wildlife. Later, visit the Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse to learn about the heritage of the park.
Day 8: Taste The Wilderness At Arches Provincial Park
An early start to the day sees us trace the rugged coastline of Western Newfoundland with a stop at Arches Provincial Park. We 'll visit L 'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site for a tour of the UNESCO-listed 11th-century Viking settlement, followed by dinner.
Day 9: Shuck Scallops In Blanc Sablon Dive Into Culture
Our first stop on today 's journey to Labrador is in scenic Fisher Point. We 'll take the ferry to Labrador in the afternoon, arriving in Blanc-Sablon where you 'll Dive Into Culture during a visit to a scallop farm and learn how to shuck a scallop like a local. Taste the difference between a live and cooked scallop accompanied with wine.
Day 10: Voyage Back in Time at Red Bay
Join a Local Specialist this morning for a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Red Bay National Historic Site, once a major whaling point on the Atlantic. You 'll tour the tallest lighthouse of Atlantic Canada, Point Armor Lighthouse, enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.
Day 11: Unmask the Ancient History of Newfoundland Stays With Stories
We leave Labrador, now bound for Newfoundland on the ferry. Encounter millennia of human history at the crossroads of four ancient cultures in Port aux Choix National Historic Site. This evening, we enjoy a dinner with new friends at one of Trafalgar 's Stays with Stories where we 'll stay overnight.
Day 12: Depart Corner Brook
Your fantastic journey comes to an end as you head to Deer Lake Regional Airport. Complimentary airport drop off is scheduled for 10:00 AM. Please be aware when booking flights.
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