Newfoundland/Labrador Escorted Tour

Newfoundland is rich in history and beauty and yet so many people have yet to discover this tranquil Atlantic Province in Canada. Although Aboriginals were likely here prior to the arrival of the Europeans, Norse explorers discovered the area about 1000 AD. Icebergs, whales, birds, and wildlife are abundant along with the friendly culture and heritage. A scenic itinerary with stays in quaint cities and towns await your arrival to explore Newfoundland! This tour is more for the traveler, not the tourist!

11 Nights hotel accommodations: 1 night Corner Brook 2 nights Plum Grove 1 night L’anse au Clair 2 nights Rocky Harbour 1 night Gander 2 nights Port Blandford/Clarenville 2 nights St. John’s Service of local Newfoundland guide Baggage handling of one suitcase per person Sightseeing in Gros Morne National Park Water Shuttle/Tour Bonne Bay (weather permitting) Visit to Sir Wilfred Grenfell Mission Tour of L’Anse Aux Meadows Ferry Crossing to and from Labrador Tour of Red Bay Basque Whaling Station Excursions to Twillingate, Trinty and Bonavista Visit to the Ryan Premises Tour of Historic St. John’s Entrance Fees to National Historic Sites Excursion to Cape Spear Whale/Puffin Boat Tour (weather permitting) 10 Breakfasts 8 Midday Meals 3 Dinners Ground transportation Taxes where applicable

Day 1 – ARRIVE DEER LAKE/CORNER BROOK

Arrive at Deer Lake on the West Coast of Newfoundland and transfer to Corner Brook to begin your tour with McCarthy’s Party. This evening you will enjoy a get together to meet your fellow travelers.

Overnight - Corner Brook

Day 2 – CORNER BROOK (B, L, D)

This morning you will be taken to the Viking trail in beautiful Gros Morne National Park. You travel along some of the most spectacular coastline in North America and visit the National Historic Park at Port au Choix, which interprets the intriguing history and lifestyle of the Maritime Archaic people who lived here over 3000 years ago.

Overnight - Plum Point

Day 3 - CORNER BROOK (B,L)

Today you will travel the coastline to St. Anthony to visit the home of the famous medical missionary, Sir Wilfred Grenfell. The highlight of this day is our visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site at L'Anse aux Meadows, home of Lief the Lucky and the Viking people who settled this area as early as the year 1000 A.D.

Overnight - Plum Point

Day 4 – CORNER BROOK/L’ANSE au CLAIR (B,L)

Keep a sharp eye out for whales as we travel across the Straits of Belle Isle to the shores of Labrador. Here you visit the recently discovered Whaling Station founded by the Basques in the early 1500's, and learn about the "modern techniques" used by these whalers and the hardships they endured. Later on you will visit the tallest lighthouse in the province at L'Anse Amour.

Overnight - L'Anse au Clair

Day 5 - L’ANSE au CLAIR/ROCKY HARBOUR (B,D)

This morning you return to the island and continue to explore the rugged coastline stopping to visit The Arches and enjoy an interpretation of the many unique and wonderful geological formations for which Newfoundland is so famous. Tonight you will enjoy a traditional Newfoundland dinner.

Overnight - Rocky Harbour

Day 6 – ROCKY HARBOUR (B, L)

This morning you take a boat tour across beautiful Bonne Bay to Woody Point where you will spend time in Gros Morne National Park UNESCO World Heritage Site. A visit to the new Discovery Centre and view the famous Tableland Mountains is the next on the itinerary. It is this area that earned the park its UNESCO World Heritage status and its nickname as the 'Galapagos of Plate Tectonics'.

Overnight - Rocky Harbour

Day 7 – ROCKY HARBOUR/GANDER (B, L)

This morning you leave the Viking Trail and take a leisurely trip to the central Newfoundland logging town of Grand Falls-Windsor. Here you visit the Exploits River to watch the Atlantic salmon make their way up one of the fishways on this massive river system. Then it is on to Lewisporte to visit the local craft shop and museum, originally founded by the Women’s Institute. Here you will enjoy a "Mug Up". Then it is off to Gander, the crossroads of the world.

Overnight - Gander

Day 8 – GANDER/PORT BLANDFORD (B,L)

This morning you are off on the “Road to the Isles” before traveling across "Tickles and Runs" to spend time on beautiful Twillingate Island. This is one of Newfoundland's oldest and most interesting fishing communities. Your next place to visit is Terra Nova National Park to view the vistas of Newman Sound.

Overnight - Port Blandford/Clarenville

Day 9 – PORT BLANDFORD (B, L)

This morning you travel to the historic village of Trinity, one of the oldest communities in North America, the gem of the Island. Then it’s out to Cape Bonavista for a chance to walk the cliffs and enjoy the spectacular coastal scenery. This afternoon we spend in Bonavista, the landfall of John Cabot in 1497. Here you visit the Ryan Premises and have an opportunity to learn about inshore fishing techniques that have allowed this town to thrive for hundreds of years.

Overnight - Port Blandford/Clarenville

Day 10 – PORT BLANDFORD/ST. JOHN’S (B, L)

Today you travel to the Avalon Peninsula to the town of Bay Bulls. From here you take a boat trip to the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve where you view thousands of Atlantic Puffins, Murres and other seabirds that nest here in the summer. Witless Bay is also home to many Humpback, Minke, and Fin whales in the summer months so whale sightings are a definite possibility. This afternoon there is a visit Cape Spear National Historic Park, the most easterly point of land in North America before heading into St. John's, the capital of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Overnight - St. John's

Day 11 – ST. JOHN’S (B, D)

This morning you will tour historic St. John's, the oldest city in North America. This trip includes a visit to Cabot Tower and Signal Hill where you can view the famous "Narrows" and admire the architecture of old St. John's. This afternoon is at leisure. This evening a farewell dinner is included.

Overnight - St. John's

DAY 12 – ST. JOHN’S/HOME

Transportation to the St. John’s airport will be provided. We hope you have enjoyed your tour to Newfoundland and Labrador!