• Newfoundland West Coast Wild

    13 Nights

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LENGTH: 13 nights


DATES:

May 15 – Sept 30


OPTIONAL ADD ON:

Quirpon Lighthouse Inn, 2 nights - ask us for details


INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY:  Halifax, Nova Scotia


Fly from the UK to Halifax. You can fly direct to Halifax on Air Canada and Westjet. 


Ask us for competitive fares.

INCLUDED:

• 13 Nights Accommoda:on

• Ferry from North Sydney to Port aux Basques and return, for 1 vehicle under 20 b and passengers booked

• Applicable HST/GST/PST and Hotel Taxes


NOT INCLUDED:


• Meals

• Entrance Fees to Parks, Attractions and Activities 

• Any other items

Day by Day Itinerary


Day 1  | Arrive Halifax, NS

Halifax, as Canada's main east coast port (and one of the world's greatest natural harbours) has been the country's traditional gateway to the world. It combines fine old Georgian wooden homes, Victorian parks (the oldest in North America) and nearly 100 ha of green spaces with modern high-rise buildings. Founded in 1749 as the seat of British strength in North America, it sits on a rocky peninsula on the Atlantic coast. It is a delightful city to explore on foot.


Overnight in Halifax


Day 2  | Halifax to Baddeck, NS (220 miles)

Baddeck is an idyllic resort town that attracts many visitors, especially in the summer. An ideal place to shop for souvenirs, eat fish or go sailing on the Bras d'Or Lakes. In summer, sailing tours of 2 to 4 hours are offered regularly.


Alexander Graham Bell spent his summers here. His summer home is still owned by the Bell family. For many decades, the influence of this family determined the content of "National Geographic", one of the most widely read North American magazines.


The numerous articles published about Baddeck, Bras d'Or Lake and the surrounding area were certainly one reason why Baddeck became so well known in North America. The inventor of the telephone also dealt with aviation technology and hovercraft.]


Overnight in Baddeck


Day 3  | Baddeck to Corner Brook, NL (282 miles)

Corner Brook provides the perfect opportunity to delve into the local vibrant arts scene featuring the works of local craftsmen and artists displayed in shoppes and small galleries.


For the adventurous, embrace the outdoors in Humber Valley or perhaps embark on a Zodiac boat tour for an unforgettable experience.


Take time to explore the Bay of Islands on the "Captain Cook Trail", a scenic drive on the south side of the bay with a beautiful view of the bay and the Blow-me-Down Mountains, which are often snow-capped into early summer.


Overnight in Corner Brook


Day 4  | Corner Brook to Gros Morne National Park, NL (52 miles)

At Bonne Bay, at the southern end of the Northern Peninsula, lies one of the most beautiful and spectacular national parks in eastern Canada - the Gros Morne National Park (1942 sq km). The park stretches approximately 72 km from north to south.


The interplay of deeply cut lakes (former fjords, some of which are separated from the sea) and steep, towering table mountains shaped by glaciers give this region its original beauty. The rocky coast is repeatedly interrupted by sand and pebble beaches and sheltered bays nestled in small fishing villages.


Gros Morne is part of the Long Range Mountains, a relic of a mountain range that formed over 1.2 billion years ago. However, this is not the only geological feature. The golden-brown shimmering and almost vegetation-free tablelands stand out from the lush green of the surroundings. Plants

don't stand a chance here, as the tablelands are made up of extremely nutrient-poor rock from the earth's mantle, which is toxic for most of the flora.


It is also the unique geography and geology that is why this region has been placed under protection by UNESCO as a "World Heritage Site".


Stay for two nights in Gros Morne National Park.


Day 5  | Gros Morne National Park, NL

Gros Morne has some of the best coastal and mountain hiking in eastern North America. Guided and unguided day hikes of varying difficulty are available throughout the 1805 square kilometre park. Caribou, arctic hares, whales, seals and moose are often sighted.


Day 6  | Gros Morne to Port au Choix, NL (79 miles, via Cow Head)

Here in the wild west of the far east of North America, you'll find scenery to take your breath away. It's a place of mountains and of conservation areas, where you can watch wildlife like moose, caribou, and migratory birds. It's a place where you can plan boat trips, go kayaking, hiking, and even visit secluded sandy beaches. It's also full of culture, so be sure to make time for some theatre, music, and art along the way.


Overnight in Port au Choix


Day 7  | Port au Choix to St. Anthony, NL (130 miles)

At the tip of Newfoundland's Great Northern Peninsula lies the first known evidence of European presence in the Americas.


This is where Norse expeditions and adventurers sailed from Greenland and built small camps of wood-and-sod against a breathtaking backdrop of rugged cliffs, bogs and coastline over 1000 years ago. Discover the fascinating archaeological remains of the Viking camp here, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. You'll meet interpreters dressed in Viking fashion as you tour the replica base camp. Original artefacts and internationally renowned archaeological finds are also on display.


Stay for two nights in St. Anthony


Day 9 | St. Anthony to Port au Choix, NL (130 miles)

Take some time to visit the Port au Choix National Historic Site, where you will find relics from four ancient cultures who lived and thrived in this rugged place many years ago. After exploring the exhibits, take a walk along the coastal trails and scan the waves for seals and whales. Drop by Bird Cove for a display on Captain James Cook, who charted this part of the coast before he became a famous South Seas explorer. If you enjoy lighthouses, Point Riche Lighthouse near Port au Choix National Historic Site is well worth a stop and a good place to watch for whales and seabirds.


Overnight in Port au Choix


Day 10 | Port au Choix to Woody Point, NL (146 miles)

Spend a leisurely day driving back down the coast, stopping en-route to whale watch and take photos.


Overnight in Woody Point


Day 11 | Woody Point to Port aux Basques, NL (204 miles)

Port aux Basques, the gateway to Newfoundland, has welcomed visitors by ferry for 500 years, from the 16th century Basque fishermen who found the ice-free harbour a safe haven. Passengers have been arriving since 1898 on the steamboat "Bruce" to cross the island by railroad.


Port aux Basques owes its settlement in part to its strategic location, which aids transport, and its rich fishing grounds.


Overnight in Port aux Basques


Day 12 | Port aux Basques to Charlos Cove, NS (256 miles)

Here in the northeast corner of mainland Nova Scotia, experience the rugged beauty of Canada, where land meets sea: forested hills and valleys stretching to the horizon, and quiet little villages nestled in safe havens. The history of seaports dates back to the earliest European arrivals in North America, as do communities that were among the continent's first to be settled by free people of African descent. Taylor Head Provincial Park is located on a rugged, windswept peninsula that extends 4 miles into the Atlantic Ocean. Trails and walks provide access to a variety of natural habitats, interesting geological features, wildlife species, scenic overlooks and secluded beaches. The provincial park is southwest of Sheet Harbor. The east coast has a large number of islands along the shoreline, making it ideal for sea kayaking.


Overnight in Charlos Cove


Day 13 | Charlos Cove to Halifax, NS (190 miles)

End your journey in Halifax.

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