Wild beauty, hospitality and centuries of maritime traditions await you on this Canadian tour. Each day brings a new adventure: meeting local fishermen, touring a nineteenth-century lighthouse and visiting a scallop farm. You’ll even take part in a local tradition to become an honorary Newfoundlander.
Scenic Wonders of Newfoundland and Labrador
Deal number: 18897206
TRAFALGAR
This deal expires 20 Aug 2025
From 25/08/2025 to 15/09/2025
Canada
12-day tour
Price from
$7,075*
per person
Deal number: 18897206
Whats Included
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Optional Experiences and free time
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
All transport and transfers shown
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Optional Experiences and free time
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
All transport and transfers shown
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Day 1
Greetings St. John's
The colourful 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 travellers 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
Start the day with sweeping views from Signal Hill National Historic Site, where Guglielmo Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless message. Join your Travel Director for an orientation tour of St. John’s, taking in the colourful row houses and lively harbour before enjoying lunch at leisure. If you're keen to get out on the water, choose an Optional Experience cruise of Witless Bay Ecological Reserve. Depending on the season, you might spot puffins, humpbacks or minke whales. Later, visit Cape Spear National Historic Site, the easternmost point in North America, and take in its dramatic cliffs and lighthouse that has stood watch for generations.
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 artefacts 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 Armour 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.
Dining Summary
5 Dinner (D)
11 Breakfast (B)
1 Lunch (L)
Be My Guest
Gros Morne: Step into Newfoundland’s rich food culture with hosts Becky and Alex at Fish Sheds, where fresh, local ingredients meet breathtaking views of Bonne Bay. After a tour of the grounds, sit down to a three-course meal, as your hosts share personal stories of family, tradition and why Newfoundland’s food scene is truly one of a kind.
Dive into Culture
St. John's: Newfoundland brings new sights, languages, foods and traditions with every city. In St. John’s, join a one-of-a-kind experience, the Screech-in Ceremony. This Newfoundland tradition gives CFAs (Come from Away’s) like you the opportunity to be an honorary Newfoundlander. Tradition goes that you recite a local saying, kiss a cod fish (a once-primary export), take a shot of Newfoundland Screech rum and be declared an honorary Newfoundlander. To commemorate the fun ritual, you’ll get a certificate confirming your title.
St. John's: Visit Cupids, the second oldest English Settlement in North America. The small town is celebrated for its architecture and archaeological sites. Then visit the picturesque village of Brigus, well well-kept with old-style architecture, rustic stone walls, lush green gardens, and winding narrow lanes are reflective of its English, Irish, and Welsh heritage.
L'Anse-au-Clair: Learn how to shuck a scallop like a local at a farm in Blanc Sablon.
Iconic Experience
Cape Bonavista: Visit the Lighthouse on Cape Bonavista and see if you can spot whales, icebergs and puffins (in season).
Clarenville: Join a Local Specialist on a walking tour of Trinity, a magical little town. Learn about the colorful history of its inhabitants, the Beothuk people, the French, the Irish, and the English.
Gander: Join a local specialist for a tour around Gander, which served as inspiration for the international Broadway musical "Come from Away," Learn about the significant role this small Newfoundland community played during the 9/11 disaster.
Gros Morne: Visit the scenic Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse and breathe in the sea air.
Gros Morne: Trace the rugged and scenic coastline of Western Newfoundland with a stop at Arches Provincial Park, a unique natural rock archway created by tidal action.
L'Anse-au-Clair: With our Local Specialist, encounter a millennia of human history at the crossroads of four ancient cultures in Port aux Choix National Historic Site.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
Gros Morne: Join a local specialist on a guided walk of UNESCO- listed Gros Morne National Park. Enjoy a rare opportunity to walk upon the exposed Earth's mantle along the Tableland's Trail. This experience directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Must-see Highlights
Explore Trinity Walking Tour, Terra Nova National Park Guided Walk, Gander, Gros Morne National Park, L’ Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, learn how to shuck a scallop at a working scallop farm, join a Screech-in Welcome Ceremony that will make you an honorary Newfoundlander.
Discover St. John's
Visit Cape Spear National Historic Site, Signal Hill National Historic Site, Cupid and Brigus Townships, Cape Bonavista, Gros Morne National Park, Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse, L’ Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, Red Bay National Historic Site, Point Amour Lighthouse, Port au Choix National Historic Site
Scenic Cruise Cruise the iconic Witless Bay
Scenic Drive along the rugged coastline of Western Newfoundland with a stop at the Arches Provincial Park
St. John's: Your Travel Director reveals the must-sees of St John’s on a city tour. Start with a stop at Cape Spear to see the oldest surviving lighthouse in Newfoundland. Next up is Signal Hill, the site of St. John's Harbour defences from the 17th century to the Second World War, for panoramic city views. It's also the location of Cabot Tower, where the first Trans-Atlantic wireless message was received over 100 years ago. Your Travel Director reveals the must-sees of St John’s on a city tour. Start with a stop at Cape Spear to see the oldest surviving lighthouse in Newfoundland. Next up is Signal Hill, the site of St. John's Harbour defences from the 17th century to the Second World War, for panoramic city views. It's also the location of Cabot Tower, where the first Trans-Atlantic wireless message was received over 100 years ago.
Twillingate: Join a local specialist this morning for a guided walk in Terra Nova National Park. You'll encounter a landscape of sheltered inlets, headlands and forests.
St. Anthony: Continue to L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site for a tour of the UNESCO-listed 11th century Viking settlement.
Trafalgar Difference
Corner Brook: Stay at The Glynmill Inn, a Tudor-style 'Staff House' built for senior executives of the Newfoundland Pulp and Paper Company in the early 1900s.
Greetings St. John's
The colourful 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 travellers 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
Start the day with sweeping views from Signal Hill National Historic Site, where Guglielmo Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless message. Join your Travel Director for an orientation tour of St. John’s, taking in the colourful row houses and lively harbour before enjoying lunch at leisure. If you're keen to get out on the water, choose an Optional Experience cruise of Witless Bay Ecological Reserve. Depending on the season, you might spot puffins, humpbacks or minke whales. Later, visit Cape Spear National Historic Site, the easternmost point in North America, and take in its dramatic cliffs and lighthouse that has stood watch for generations.
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 artefacts 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 Armour 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.
Dining Summary
5 Dinner (D)
11 Breakfast (B)
1 Lunch (L)
Be My Guest
Gros Morne: Step into Newfoundland’s rich food culture with hosts Becky and Alex at Fish Sheds, where fresh, local ingredients meet breathtaking views of Bonne Bay. After a tour of the grounds, sit down to a three-course meal, as your hosts share personal stories of family, tradition and why Newfoundland’s food scene is truly one of a kind.
Dive into Culture
St. John's: Newfoundland brings new sights, languages, foods and traditions with every city. In St. John’s, join a one-of-a-kind experience, the Screech-in Ceremony. This Newfoundland tradition gives CFAs (Come from Away’s) like you the opportunity to be an honorary Newfoundlander. Tradition goes that you recite a local saying, kiss a cod fish (a once-primary export), take a shot of Newfoundland Screech rum and be declared an honorary Newfoundlander. To commemorate the fun ritual, you’ll get a certificate confirming your title.
St. John's: Visit Cupids, the second oldest English Settlement in North America. The small town is celebrated for its architecture and archaeological sites. Then visit the picturesque village of Brigus, well well-kept with old-style architecture, rustic stone walls, lush green gardens, and winding narrow lanes are reflective of its English, Irish, and Welsh heritage.
L'Anse-au-Clair: Learn how to shuck a scallop like a local at a farm in Blanc Sablon.
Iconic Experience
Cape Bonavista: Visit the Lighthouse on Cape Bonavista and see if you can spot whales, icebergs and puffins (in season).
Clarenville: Join a Local Specialist on a walking tour of Trinity, a magical little town. Learn about the colorful history of its inhabitants, the Beothuk people, the French, the Irish, and the English.
Gander: Join a local specialist for a tour around Gander, which served as inspiration for the international Broadway musical "Come from Away," Learn about the significant role this small Newfoundland community played during the 9/11 disaster.
Gros Morne: Visit the scenic Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse and breathe in the sea air.
Gros Morne: Trace the rugged and scenic coastline of Western Newfoundland with a stop at Arches Provincial Park, a unique natural rock archway created by tidal action.
L'Anse-au-Clair: With our Local Specialist, encounter a millennia of human history at the crossroads of four ancient cultures in Port aux Choix National Historic Site.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
Gros Morne: Join a local specialist on a guided walk of UNESCO- listed Gros Morne National Park. Enjoy a rare opportunity to walk upon the exposed Earth's mantle along the Tableland's Trail. This experience directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Must-see Highlights
Explore Trinity Walking Tour, Terra Nova National Park Guided Walk, Gander, Gros Morne National Park, L’ Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, learn how to shuck a scallop at a working scallop farm, join a Screech-in Welcome Ceremony that will make you an honorary Newfoundlander.
Discover St. John's
Visit Cape Spear National Historic Site, Signal Hill National Historic Site, Cupid and Brigus Townships, Cape Bonavista, Gros Morne National Park, Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse, L’ Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, Red Bay National Historic Site, Point Amour Lighthouse, Port au Choix National Historic Site
Scenic Cruise Cruise the iconic Witless Bay
Scenic Drive along the rugged coastline of Western Newfoundland with a stop at the Arches Provincial Park
St. John's: Your Travel Director reveals the must-sees of St John’s on a city tour. Start with a stop at Cape Spear to see the oldest surviving lighthouse in Newfoundland. Next up is Signal Hill, the site of St. John's Harbour defences from the 17th century to the Second World War, for panoramic city views. It's also the location of Cabot Tower, where the first Trans-Atlantic wireless message was received over 100 years ago. Your Travel Director reveals the must-sees of St John’s on a city tour. Start with a stop at Cape Spear to see the oldest surviving lighthouse in Newfoundland. Next up is Signal Hill, the site of St. John's Harbour defences from the 17th century to the Second World War, for panoramic city views. It's also the location of Cabot Tower, where the first Trans-Atlantic wireless message was received over 100 years ago.
Twillingate: Join a local specialist this morning for a guided walk in Terra Nova National Park. You'll encounter a landscape of sheltered inlets, headlands and forests.
St. Anthony: Continue to L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site for a tour of the UNESCO-listed 11th century Viking settlement.
Trafalgar Difference
Corner Brook: Stay at The Glynmill Inn, a Tudor-style 'Staff House' built for senior executives of the Newfoundland Pulp and Paper Company in the early 1900s.
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Deal number: 18897206
Scenic Wonders of Newfoundland and Labrador
TRAFALGAR
From 25/08/2025 to 15/09/2025
Canada
12-day tour
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