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Day 1: Friday June, 08
Arrive in Halifax, NS
Welcome to Halifax! This evening, meet your fellow travelers at a welcome reception hosted by your Tour Director. (WR)
Day 2: Saturday June, 09
Halifax–Ferry Crossing–Port-aux-Basques
From Halifax, travel over the Canso Causeway to Cape Breton Island, then board a ferry to cross to Port-aux- Basques, our port of entry to Newfoundland. (B,L)
Day 3: Sunday June, 10 (Halifax)
Port-aux-Basques–Corner Brook–Port au Choix
The drive leads through southeastern Newfoundland to the Codroy Valley and on to Corner Brook, the second-largest city in Newfoundland. Enjoy a city tour and the view from Captain James Cook Monument. Then it’s on to the fishing community of Port au Choix for an overnight stay. (B,L,D)
Day 4: Monday June, 11 (Halifax)
Port au Choix–L’Anse au Clair
Today’s highlight is RED BAY NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, where Basque fisherman had a whaling station in the 16th century. Spend the night in wild and remote Labrador. Note: Icebergs are most often seen in June and July. (B,D)
Day 5: Tuesday June, 12 (Halifax)
L’Anse au Clair–St. Anthony
Enter L’ANSE AUx MEADOWS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, location of the only Viking settlement in North America and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the reconstructed sod houses and learn how the Vikings lived here more than 1,000 years ago. Tonight, get ready for a traditional VIKING FEAST AND DINNER SHOW. (B,D)
Day 6: Wednesday June, 13 (Halifax)
St. Anthony–Cow Head
On an exciting whale-watching CRUISE, you may see dolphins, puffins, eagles, and, in June and July, perhaps even icebergs. Next, visit the GRENFELL MISSION, where Sir Wilfred Grenfell brought modern medicine to remote Labrador towns. Then head south to Cow Head for a two-night stay. (B,D)
Day 7: Thursday June, 14 (Halifax)
Cow Head. Gros Morne Excursion
Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO world Heritage Site, is one of the highlights of Newfoundland. Visit the BROOM POINT FISHING EXHIBIT and the LOBSTER COVE LIGHTHOUSE and see the striking beauty of the sheltered fjords of peaceful Bonne Bay. Enjoy a scenic BOAT TOUR as you see whales and bald eagles that frequent the deep waters of the fjord, and hear the history of the small villages nestled on the shores. (B,D)
Day 8: Friday June, 15 (Gander)
Cow Head–Gander
This morning, continue exploring Gros Morne National Park. Then head east via Grand Falls Windsor visiting the MARY MARCH REGIONAL MUSEUM en route to Windsor, known as the international crossroads of the world. (B,D)
Day 9: Saturday June, 16 (Gander)
Gander
Follow the scenic coastline of Notre Dame Bay through colorful villages. Visit the Long Point Lighthouse, where from the cliff top viewpoint you may spot huge icebergs and whales. Back in Gander, visit the NORTH ATLANTIC AVIATION MUSEUM, depicting Gander’s crucial role during World War II. (B,L,D)
Day 10: Sunday June, 17 (St Johns)
Gander–St. John’s
Today, visit TERRA NOVA NATIONAL PARK, the most easterly of Canada’s beautiful national parks. Arrive in St. John’s and enjoy an intriguing tour of the old seaport. See Victorian architecture of the downtown area, the busy waterfront, and panoramic views from Signal Hill. (B)
Day 11: Monday June, 18 (St Johns)
St. John’s
Enjoy a sightseeing CRUISE through Witless Bay Ecological Reserve, home to more than two-million birds, including Atlantic puffins. Watch for humpback, minke, and fin whales. Later, visit the most easterly point in North America, CAPE SPEAR NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner hosted by your Tour Director (B,D)
Day 12: Tuesday June, 19 (St Johns)
St. John’s.
Bid a fond farewell to Canada’s newest, yet oldest, province. Memories of this remote part of the world will be recalled for years to come. Transfer at leisure to the airport for your flight home. (B)
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