Newfoundland & Labrador

Enjoy the rugged scenery and laid back lifestyle. Explore St John's - the oldest city in North America. Visit Notre Dame Bay, Terra Nova National Park and much more. Enjoy the beautiful Newfoundland landscape of sheltered bays, rugged ocean coastline and rolling forested hills, as well as some amazing birdlife.

14 Day Self Drive

Days 1-2 St. John’s
Explore the oldest city in North America. This historical, vibrant city has many attractions as well as the highest concentration of pubs per capita on the continent and a visit to the infamous George Street is a must!
2 nights Leaside Manor (B).

Days 3-4 Trinity
Depart St. John’s along the Conception Bay coastal drive – on a clear day you can see the still active Bell Island Lighthouse. Continue on to the charming town of Brigus and visit Hawthorne Cottage, Ye Olde Stone Barn Museum and the Tunnel. Keep going to the Bonavista Peninsula and the cultural capital of Newfoundland – Trinity. Trinity is known for its unique historical architecture including the Ryan Store, Hiscock House and the Blacksmith Museum.
2 nights Fisher’s Loft Inn (B).

Day 5 Notre Dame Bay
Depart Trinity and head west through Terra Nova National Park. This is a beautiful example of typical Newfoundland landscape of sheltered bays, rugged ocean coastline and rolling forested hills. Keep an eye out for ospreys, eagles, lynx and moose. Take time this afternoon to visit the quaint fishing village of Twillingate and the 1876 Long Point Lighthouse.
Overnight Blue Water Lodge (B).

Days 6–7 Gros Morne National Park
Today head west through a vast expanse of lush forest and contrasting scenery towards Deer Lake. Then head north along the Viking Trail to Gros Morne National Park – designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site, this 1805 sq kilometre park offers beauty and adventure that are unsurpassed by any in the world. Take time to fully explore this outstanding area of Newfoundland.
2 nights Red Mantle Lodge (B).

Days 8–9 Gros Morne National Park/ Quirpon Island
Depart Gros Morne National Park along the Viking trail to the Quirpon Island dock (pronounced Carpoon). You will be met on arrival and transferred by boat to Quirpon Island. A unique remote island experience awaits you! Stay in a recently refurbished, original Light keeper’s residence, located in Cape Bauld on the northernmost tip of the Great Northern Peninsula. In season Quirpon Island is one of Newfoundland’s best locations for iceberg viewing as they drift the Labrador Current on their journey south. The northern tip of the island is strategically located at the mouth of the Strait of Belle Isle – a conveyor belt of food source - the island offers excellent whale viewing. Expect to see minke and humpback whales in season and also other species including the orca and right whale.
2 nights Quirpon Island Lighthouse Inn. * (All meals included).

Days 10 – 11 Main Brook
Depart Quirpon Island mid morning and transfer back to the dock. Use Main Brook as your base for exploring the region. Take time to visit both L’Anse aux Meadows – the only authenticated Viking settlement site in North America and Norstead Viking Village – a fascinating re-enactment of how Vikings lived over 1000 years ago.
2 nights Tuckamore Country Inn (B).

Days 12- 14 Humber Valley
Today take a leisurely drive back down the Viking Trail and onto the scenic Humber Valley – a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Do as much or as little as you like, a whole host of activities await including golf, kayaking, cycling or just relax and be pampered in the spa.
2 nights Humber Valley Resort.

From £1,355 per person, twin share including 13 nights accommodation as shown or similar, meals as stated, car hire, full directions and some touring.

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