12 DAY-NEWFOUNDLAND EXPERIENCE DREAM TOUR
From CAD 4'799
JULY 22 TO AUGUST 2, 2024 - 1 SEAT REMAINING - (506) 804-0989
“Join us for an Old Time Down Home Newfoundland Tour from St. Anthony to St. John’s. You will experience nothing like it! The unique culture and hospitality of this island combined with its scenery and wildlife are amazing! You might see some moose, whales, icebergs, puffins & a lot more.”
“Join us for an Old Time Down Home Newfoundland Tour from St. Anthony to St. John’s. You will experience nothing like it! The unique culture and hospitality of this island combined with its scenery and wildlife are amazing! You might see some moose, whales, icebergs, puffins & a lot more.”
DAY 1: MONDAY, JULY 22 – NB & NS TO FERRY (SYDNEY NS)
Welcome aboard! Today we begin our twelve (12) days of adventure and excitement as we make our way towards Newfoundland. We will stop for breaks and supper along the way. Tonight, we will arrive at the Ferry Terminal in North Sydney at approximately 9:15pm and then board the ferry when advised. The ferry departure time is scheduled for approx. 11:15pm. Before boarding the ferry, your Tour Director will advise you of procedures and distribution of cabin keys where you will sleep overnight on the ferry.DAY 2: TUESDAY, JULY 23 – PORT-AUX-BASQUES NL TO ST. ANTHONY (2 NIGHTS)
Breakfast on Ferry (on your own)
7:15am – Disembark Ferry (or when announcement is made)
This morning after breakfast, we will start our journey by heading up the Northern Peninsula passing through Gros Morne National Park with valleys, spectacular fjords, mountains and stunning scenery en-route to our destination of St. Anthony where we will stay for two (2) nights. After lunch, we will stop at the Arches Provincial Park. Don't forget your camera as you may see numerous moose along the way today.
Tonight, after dinner (on your own), you will be able to relax for the night and get ready for a great Newfoundland trip. There are plenty of choice near the hotel and there is a restaurant in the hotel as well.
DAY 3: WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 – ST. ANTHONY – LOCAL TOURING
After breakfast, we will head to the most Northern tip of Newfoundland to visit the Statue of Leif Erickson who landed there over 1000 years ago and thus the Viking Settlement was born. We will step back in time as we venture out to L’Anse aux Meadows, home of the Viking People and the remains of the Norse buildings.
After lunch (on your own), we will visit the Grenfell Historic Properties and the Fox Point (Fishing Point) Lighthouse & Gift Shop where you will have great opportunities for taking beautiful scenic pictures!
Tonight for dinner, we will enjoy a great meal at a wonderful local restaurant where we will also have an “Old-Fashioned Newfoundland Kitchen Party” with dancing and of course you will all become “Honorary Newfoundlanders” and be Screeched-In!
DAY 4: THURSDAY, JULY 25 – ST. ANTHONY TO GANDER (2 NIGHTS)
Today after breakfast we head back down the beautiful scenic coast retracing our footsteps and keeping our eyes open for moose. We will be driving in Gros Morne National Park which is also a World Heritage Site, as well as enjoy lunch in Shallow Bay. After lunch, we will go visit the Lobster Cove Lighthouse. We will then continue and overnight in Gander for two (2) nights, crossroads of the world and inspiration for the Tony award winning Broadway play, Come From Away.
Tonight, you will have a relaxing night at the hotel. There are also plenty of food options near the hotel and also a restaurant inside the hotel.
DAY 5: FRIDAY, JULY 26 – GANDER (TWILLINGATE)
We will enjoy beautiful scenery with tickles, runs and inlets as we head for Twillingate, a.k.a. Iceberg Alley, where we will have an adventure with Iceberg Quest Ocean Boat Tours. We will explore Iceberg Alley with their award-winning boat tour as we set sail from the vibrant outport community of Twillingate. Marvel at 12,000-year-old icebergs (fingers crossed), observe majestic humpback whales (fingers crossed) and watch elegant seabirds frolic along our coastlines. Relax as the friendly crew proudly introduces us to outport Newfoundland’s way of life, charisma and hospitality that attract visitors from around the globe.
The two (2) hour tour is supported by a compelling narrative, highlighting the natural and cultural history of Newfoundland. The vessel offers open decks for unobstructed viewing, heated cabin and washroom facilities. Full bar service and light snacks are available for purchase. Every tour is accompanied by traditional Newfoundland music.
After the boat tour, we will have lunch and wine tasting at a winery (included). There is also a beautiful gift shop here if you wish to purchase some souvenirs.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Long Point Lighthouse Centre in Twillingate where you will have great opportunities to take scenic pictures. There is also a nice gift shop here.
Then we will then drive a short distance to overnight at our hotel in Gander again. Tonight, you are free to relax at the hotel and have dinner on your own in the hotel restaurant or other restaurants nearby.
DAY 6: SATURDAY, JULY 27 – (GANDER TO CLARENVILLE) BONAVISTA & TRINITY (1 NIGHT)
Today after breakfast, we head out to the historical town of Bonavista. We will visit “The Matthew Legacy”. The Matthew is a replica of a caravel sailed by John Cabot in 1497 from Bristol to North America, presumably Newfoundland. After a voyage which had got no further than Iceland, Cabot left again with only one vessel, the Matthew, a small ship (50 tons), but fast and able.
We will have lunch at the historic harbor front area and then after lunch we will visit Cape Bonavista Lighthouse and the Puffin Colony. Built in 1843, the lighthouse at Cape Bonavista is one of the few in the world where you can still climb up the stone tower and see the same seal oil fueled catoptric light apparatus that was used in the 1800s. Experience a light keeper's day in 1870 - a 24-7 job of polishing glass, filling oil lamps, recording weather patterns and watching the waves from one of the most rugged points in Newfoundland. A great destination to watch for whales, icebergs and puffins in summer.
Then we will head to Trinity to visit the “Old Trinity Historic Site” and this evening, we will have dinner with amazing views here in Trinity!!! After dinner, we will then make our way back to the hotel for the night.
DAY 7: SUNDAY, JULY 28 – CLARENVILLE TO ST. JOHN’S (4 NIGHTS)
This morning after breakfast, we will have our last amazing boat tour with O’Brien’s Whale & Puffins award winning tour. Hopefully we will see whales (no guarantee) and puffins. There is a gift shop with snacks on the boat. (added cost)
After lunch at a local restaurant, we will head to we make our way to St. John's, the province's capital city where we will make our home for the next two (2) nights where you can relax a bit and then go out for dinner (on your own) in beautiful Downtown St. John’s. There are plenty of restaurants in the area to explore! The remainder of the evening is yours to explore one of the oldest cities in Canada. Enjoy your time here! We will offer drop off and pick up to the mall and other area in St. John’s if requested.
DAY 8: MONDAY, JULY 29 – ST. JOHN’S - LOCAL
This morning after breakfast, we will welcome aboard a local Step-On-Guide who will explore this great City of St. John’s with us visiting Signal Hill, Cabot Tower, Quidi Vidi Fishing Village, Government House, Roman Catholic Basilica and many other historic sites throughout the city. After lunch, we will head for Cape Spear National Park, the most easterly point of land in North America. Cape Spear offers spectacular coastal scenery as well as WW 2-gun emplacements and the oldest lighthouse in Newfoundland. We will then take a drive to the quaint fishing village of Petty Harbour.
This evening is yours to explore one of the oldest cities in Canada. Enjoy your time here! We will offer drop off and pick up to the mall and other area in St. John’s if requested.
DAY 9: TUESDAY, JULY 30- ST JOHN’S - LOCAL
This morning, after a nice hotel breakfast, we will have an amazing day tour! We will visit The Irish Loop and then have a nice lunch along the way!
After lunch, we will visit Cape St Mary’s Ecological Reserve. This is the breathtaking seabird Capital of North America! This evening is yours to explore one of the oldest cities in Canada. Enjoy your time here! We will offer drop off and pick up to the mall and other area in St. John’s if requested.
DAY 10: WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 – ST. JOHN’S – LOCAL
This morning after a nice hot breakfast, you will have the option to join us on the motor coach for another day of touring the beautiful sights of Newfoundland. You never know what we will discover along the way. Or you can choose to have a free day on your own to explore the beautiful downtown St John’s area.
This evening, we will have our “Farewell Dinner” at the hotel and talk about our amazing trip to Newfoundland with your new friends you made on the tour. After dinner, you are free to explore your last evening downtown in St. John’s on your own!
DAY 11: THURSDAY, AUGUST 1 – ST. JOHN’S TO ARGENTIA AND FERRY
After a delicious breakfast, we begin to make our way to Argentia where we will take an overnight ferry ride to North Sydney, Nova Scotia. But first, we will visit the Johnson Geo Centre and then we will have lunch before heading to the ferry terminal in Argentia. Our ferry departs at 5:00pm and is scheduled to arrive in North Sydney at 9:00am tomorrow. We will have cabin accommodations on the ferry. Before boarding the ferry, your Tour Director will advise you of procedures and distribution of cabin keys where you will sleep for the night on the ferry. There is a lounge and restaurants on the ferry as well. Enjoy your evening on the ferry!
DAY 12: FRIDAY, AUGUST 2 – NORTH SYDNEY TO NS & NB
Breakfast on Ferry (on your own)
9:00am – Disembarkation (or when announcement is made)
This morning, we dock in Sydney NS right after breakfast. We will make our way back to our destinations with breaks along the way. You will make your way home and say goodbye to your new-found friends, Tour Director and Driver. You will leave us with unforgettable memories of your Newfoundland Experience Dream Tour. We hope to see you again in the near future! J
| CITY / TOWN | ARRIVAL TIME | LOCATION / ADDRESS |
| Masstown | 1:00 PM | Masstown Market |
| Aulac | 3:00 PM | Aulac Big Stop - 170 Aulac Rd. |
| Moncton | 4:00 PM | Four Points Sheraton – 40 Lady Ada Blvd. |
| Saint John | 5:30 PM | Irving Big Stop Restaurant - 2870 NB-1 - Rothesay |
| Fredericton | 7:00 PM | Blue Canoe (former Irving Big Stop) - 415 Nevers Rd. |
Price Per Person (Canadian Funds)
*Includes transportation, hotels, highlights, tax & fees
| GUEST PER ROOM | REGULAR PRICE |
| 4 | $3099 |
| 3 | $3299 |
| 2 | $3699 |
| 1 | $4799 |
Full payment due 60 days before departure
*Deposit or full payment is non-refundable
*We strongly suggest travel insurance
* The itinerary and the hotel are subject to change
*Events/activities time is subject to change, but will try our best to keep everything on schedule
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(506) 804-0989 OR TOLL FREE: (844) 804-0989
Highlights
Highlights
- Deluxe Motor Coach Transportation from Fredericton, Moncton, Saint John, Aulac, Masstown and North Sydney
- Marine Atlantic Ferry Crossing
- 11 nights’ accommodations / 12 days
- 8 hot breakfasts
- 3 lunches and 3 dinners included
- Welcome Reception with music and “Screech In”
- Local Step-On-Tour Guide – St. John’s
- 4 nights in one of the best rated/locations in Downtown St. John’s
- 2 cabin accommodations on ferry included on both crossings
- 2 different boat tours to see icebergs, whales & other marine life (weather permitting)
- Dream Vacation Tour Director for complete tour
- Unlimited FREE cold water, snacks and more for the whole trip on the motor coach
Museums & Attractions Included:
- L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site
- Gros Morne National Park
- Terra Nova National Park (scenic drive)
- Trinity Historic Sites
- Signal Hill
- Cape Spear
- Petty Harbour
- Arches Provincial Park
- Johnson Geo Centre in St. John’s
- Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse
- O’Brien’s Whale & Puffins Boat Tour
- Iceberg Quest Ocean Tour - Twillingate
- Visiting Twillingate and the Long Point Lighthouse
- Cape Bonavista Lighthouse (Whale, Puffins & amazing views)
- The Matthew Legacy Site
- Visit The Irish Loop and Cape St Mary’s Ecological Reserve
** Itinerary is subject to change based on weather and unforeseen circumstances.