Circumnavigate Newfoundland: Vikings, Villages and Rugged Beauty

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Small Ship Cruise
Board a sturdy expedition vessel to fully circumnavigate “The Rock” — the Canadian island of Newfoundland. Close-cruise dramatic shorelines, delve into stories of Vikings and cod fishing fleets, witness our planet’s ever-shifting geology and visit tiny island outposts where hardy townsfolk emerge from their brightly painted clapboard houses to warmly welcome ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Discover the reconstructed Viking settlement at L’Anse aux Meadows
    • Peel back layers of the Earth’s history as you explore the phenomenal landscapes of Gros Morne National Park
    • Enhance your knowledge with unique access to Adventure Canada's seasoned onboard staff, each professionals in their fields including culturalists, photographers and naturalists
    • Explore the coast of southern Newfoundland
    • Explore L’Anse aux Meadows which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

What's this trip about?

    Board a sturdy expedition vessel to fully circumnavigate “The Rock” — the Canadian island of Newfoundland. Close-cruise dramatic shorelines, delve into stories of Vikings and cod fishing fleets, witness our planet’s ever-shifting geology and visit tiny island outposts where hardy townsfolk emerge from their brightly painted clapboard houses to warmly welcome visitors. Keep an eye out for playful whales when on deck!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CitySt. John's
End CitySt. John's

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Sailing
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • 11 nights of accommodations
    • 2 expert-led lectures
    • 14 expert-led field trips
    • An experienced Group Leader
    • Customary gratuities throughout the program
    • Road Scholar Assurance Plan
    • Taxes

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive St. John's, Orientation, Welcome Dinner

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Delta St. John's Hotel & Conference Centre

Activity note: Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.

Afternoon: Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program sch...

Day 2: St. John's, Embark on Ocean Endeavour

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Ocean Endeavour

Activity note: Please note the sailing and onboard activity schedule of the Ocean Endeavour is subject to change due to weather and sea conditions. This is done with your safety in mind and we ho...

Day 3: North East Coast of Newfoundland

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Ocean Endeavour

Activity note: Zodiac landing; possibility of rough seas; getting in/out of Zodiac with assistance from staff. Walking distances up to 2 miles on uneven and hilly terrain. Each expedition ...

Day 4: North East Coast of Newfoundland

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Ocean Endeavour

Activity note: Zodiac landing; possibility of rough seas; getting in/out of Zodiac with assistance from staff. Walking distances up to 2 miles on uneven and hilly terrain.

Breakfast...

Day 5: L'Anse aux Meadows

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Ocean Endeavour

Activity note: Zodiac landing; possibility of rough seas; getting in/out of Zodiac with assistance from staff. Walking distances up to 2 miles on uneven and hilly terrain.

Breakfast...

Day 6: Red Bay Basque Whaling Station, Labrador

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Ocean Endeavour

Activity note: Zodiac landing; possibility of rough seas; getting in/out of Zodiac with assistance from staff. Walking distances up to 2 miles on uneven and hilly terrain.

Breakfast...

Day 7: Woody Point, Gros Morne National Park

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Ocean Endeavour

Activity note: Zodiac landing; possibility of rough seas; getting in/out of Zodiac with assistance from staff. Walking distances up to 2 miles on uneven and hilly terrain.

Breakfast...

Day 8: South Coast Villages

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Ocean Endeavour

Activity note: Zodiac landing; possibility of rough seas; getting in/out of Zodiac with assistance from staff. Walking distances up to 2 miles on uneven and hilly terrain.

Breakfast...

Day 9: South Coast Villages

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Ocean Endeavour

Activity note: Zodiac landing; possibility of rough seas; getting in/out of Zodiac with assistance from staff. Walking distances up to 2 miles on uneven and hilly terrain.

Breakfast...

Day 10: Miawpukek (Conne River)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Ocean Endeavour

Activity note: Zodiac landing; possibility of rough seas; getting in/out of Zodiac with assistance from staff. Walking distances up to 2 miles on uneven and hilly terrain.

Breakfast...

Day 11: Saint-Pierre

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Ocean Endeavour

Activity note: Zodiac landing; possibility of rough seas; getting in/out of Zodiac with assistance from staff.

Breakfast: Aboard ship.

Morning: Explore exotic Saint-Pierre, a...

Day 12: St. John's, Disembark, Program Concludes

Meals: Breakfast

Activity note: Expected disembarkation time is 10:00 a.m.

Breakfast: Aboard ship.

Morning: On the final day of our expedition, we sail though the historic Narrows and into St. John’s harbor for disembarkation. This concludes our p...

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Price From $6,499
Price per day$542
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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Meals Included

11 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches and 11 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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