Northern Exposure
Day One:
Arrival in Deer Lake. We’ll make our way to the charming fishing village of Norris Point, for a two-night stay in the breathtaking Gros Morne National Park.
Day Two:
We explore the magnificent wonders of scenic Gros Morne National Park, beginning with a boat tour on beautiful Bonne Bay. On the boat tour, we will explore the geological marvel of the Table Lands and discover local flora, fauna, and other geological wonders. The afternoon will be spent taking an actual hike on the Table Lands, a piece of the earth’s mantle dating back 500 million years. Upon returning to Norris point, we will visit the Discovery Centre before departing on an optional sunset boat tour featuring local entertainment.
Day Three:
We depart Norris Point, heading up the Northern Peninsula. Along the way, we’ll have lunch in Port Au Choix and visit the Port Au Choix National Historic Site. As we visit the Great Northern Peninsula, we’ll learn about the sealing industry and its historical and present impact on the economic fabric of Newfoundland and Labrador. From there we will visit the Thrombolites in Flowers Cove, a form of ancient microbial communities dating back 650 million to 3.5 billion years. We’ll arrive in Hay Cove late afternoon for our two-night stay.
Day Four:
Our day begins with a visit to the Grenfell Experience in St. Anthony, where we will learn about Wilfred Grenfell’s incredible accomplishments in Labrador and on the Northern Peninsula. In the afternoon we’ll visit L’Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back 1000 years and one of the first Norse settlements in North America. We then return to Hay Cove for dinner and entertainment.
Day Five:
We depart Hay Cove for Labrador, AKA “The Big Land”. After crossing over on the ferry, our first stop will be L’Anse Amour, Canada’s second tallest lighthouse. We then continue to Red Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Basque whalers of France and Spain hunted the right and bowhead whales during the 16th century. Overnight in Red Bay.
Day Six:
Leaving Red Bay, we take the ferry to Battle Harbour, a mercantile saltfish premises established in the 1770s. Battle Harbour developed into a thriving community and became known as the “Capital of Labrador.” Here we commence our two-night stay.
Day Seven:
Today we explore the sights of Battle Harbour, including the Battle Harbour National Historic District and Heritage Properties. In the afternoon, we’ll hike some of the most scenic trails found in Labrador, then enjoy some leisure time before our dinner.
Day Eight:
We depart Battle Harbour for our two-night stay in Cow Head.
Day Nine:
We will begin our day by taking a cruise to discover the magnificent fjord of Western Brook Pond, arguably one of Newfoundland’s most famous landscapes. You’ll have an afternoon to explore the park or relax before joining us for our farewell dinner and some award-winning local theatre.
Day Ten:
Today we depart with everlasting fond memories of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Tour Inclusions:
- Accommodations
- Breakfast daily plus all-inclusive meals at Battle Harbour
- Bonne Bay Boat Tour
- Ferries
- Western Brook Pond Boat Cruise
- Cow Head theatre
- Farewell dinner
- Fully escorted by professional and experienced tour guide