Newfoundland Explorer

Depart the UK on your chosen scheduled flight to St. John’s. Upon arrival, collect your rental car and proceed to your hotel, located in the heart of town.

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JAG Boutique Hotel, St John’s

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JAG Boutique Hotel, St John’s

With a classical rock-inspired decor, created with great attention to detail, the Jag has a truly memorable ambiance. Each of the guestrooms is adorned with a fresh and modern style, using calming shades of cream and splashes of grey to create a relaxing sanctuary. Guestrooms feature luxurious pillow-top mattresses, warm duvets, flat screen televisions, coffee makers, locally produced bathroom products and warming bathrobes. 

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Take a drive up Signal Hill for spectacular views and a trip out to Cape Spear National Historic Site, which is the most easterly point in North America. We also suggest a visit to one of the province’s most photographed places, Quidi Vidi Village, and perhaps a stop at Quidi Vidi Brewery. On the second day, drive to Bay Bulls where you can take a boat excursion to see whales and Atlantic puffin, and maybe even an iceberg. Next it’s on to Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve, which is settled by thousands of sea birds, all nestled along the rocky shore’s edge.

Sightseeing in St. John’s & Avalon Peninsula

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JAG Boutique Hotel, St John’s

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JAG Boutique Hotel, St John’s

With a classical rock-inspired decor, created with great attention to detail, the Jag has a truly memorable ambiance. Each of the guestrooms is adorned with a fresh and modern style, using calming shades of cream and splashes of grey to create a relaxing sanctuary. Guestrooms feature luxurious pillow-top mattresses, warm duvets, flat screen televisions, coffee makers, locally produced bathroom products and warming bathrobes. 

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Leaving the city, embark on a journey into the Bonavista Peninsula. In the small town of Bonavista, visit the Ryan Premises National Historic Site, the red and white striped Bonavista Lighthouse and the Matthew Legacy, a replica of John Cabot’s ship which voyaged across the Atlantic to find land in 1497. Following an overnight in Trinity, spend your day exploring the enchanting village, with its restored pastel coloured clapboard houses. Join the Trinity Pageant, a walking theatre that meanders through the village enticing viewers to live the history of the area.

Sightseeing in Trinity, Bonavista & Port Rexton

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Artisan Inn, Trinity

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Artisan Inn, Trinity

The inn’s accommodations are ideally located close to the Rising Tide Theatre, artist studios, the Skerwink Trail. The rooms of the inn are located in various historic houses around the small town, with each room offering its own unique atmosphere and experience. All rooms are decorated in warm tones, with touches of the history of the Inn throughout.

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Now that you have a sense of the area, venture to Port Rexton and hike the Skerwink Trail. This easy walking trail will take you along the rugged coastline for spectacular views of the surrounding villages. In the afternoon, perhaps visit Bonaventure before returning to Trinity.

Sightseeing in Trinity, Bonavista & Port Rexton

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Artisan Inn, Trinity

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Artisan Inn, Trinity

The inn’s accommodations are ideally located close to the Rising Tide Theatre, artist studios, the Skerwink Trail. The rooms of the inn are located in various historic houses around the small town, with each room offering its own unique atmosphere and experience. All rooms are decorated in warm tones, with touches of the history of the Inn throughout.

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Today is a scenic drive via Terra Nova National Park, home to coniferous forests, ponds, and a plethora of walking trails, to Boyd’s Cove. Here you can visit the ancient Beothuk village, which was discovered by archaeologists in the 1980’s. Once in Twillingate, why not include an afternoon Iceberg Watch boat tour for an opportunity to see icebergs, whales and a beautiful sunset?

Sightseeing in Fogo Island, Twillingate & North Shore

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Anchor Inn, Twillingate

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Anchor Inn, Twillingate

The Anchor Inn rooms and suites are individually decorated in warm tones, taking inspiration from the surrounding area with nautical themes. Several rooms offer spectacular views across the bay and harbour of Twillingate, where in certain months, whales and icebergs can be spotted from the comfort of your own window. All rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat screen TV.

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The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Gros Morne National Park is spectacular. The park is home to quaint villages, bare topped mountains and forests populated by moose and caribou. Visit the village of Rocky Harbour and take a short hike to Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse. Ensure you include Lookout Trail which provides panoramic views of the park, and Tablelands Hiking Trail which cuts across the barren rock. Your accommodation is located in Norris Point.

Sightseeing in Gros Morne & Western Newfoundland

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Neddies Harbour Inn, Norris Point

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Neddies Harbour Inn, Norris Point

Expect warm and genuine Newfoundland hospitality, tastefully designed furnishings and some of the most celebrated natural scenery in Atlantic Canada at Neddies Harbour Inn. Each of the 16 guestrooms is individual in design, offers a queen or king bed and features wireless internet.

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Heading toward St. Anthony, make a stop at Port Au Choix National Historic Site where three ancient cemeteries of the Maritime Archaic People were discovered. On the second day, visit L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, the earliest European settlement in the Americas. We suggest a walk to the original village to see the full scale replicas of Norse buildings.

Make your way back down the peninsula to Steady Brook. This picturesque community is surrounded by beautiful mountains and has the Humber River flowing through its heart. We’ve included a second day so you can explore the Humber Valley and Bay of Islands.

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Marble Inn Resort, Humber River

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Marble Inn Resort, Humber River

The Marble Inn Resort features suites and condos. Rooms are elegantly decorated with leather furnishings and a granite topped kitchenette. Each suite provides a hair dryer, iron and board, flat screen TV and en-suite bathroom with a soaker tub. Meanwhile each condo features an open concept layout with a full kitchen, dining area and living space. The living room provides a touch screen fireplace, flat screen TV and leather pull out sofa. 

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Crossing the island into central Newfoundland, an oasis awaits in the tranquil setting of Grand Falls-Windsor.

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Riverfront Chalets, Grand Falls/Windsor

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Riverfront Chalets, Grand Falls/Windsor

Offering a small number of individual chalets, all overlooking the nearby river. The chalets all feature Indoor Jacuzzis, leather furniture, flat screen satellite television, wireless internet, full kitchens, private decks and BBQ’s making this the perfect home away from home. 

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It is over 250 miles back to St. John’s, but a wonderfully scenic drive, and you are rewarded with another evening in the capital city.

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JAG Boutique Hotel, St John’s

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JAG Boutique Hotel, St John’s

With a classical rock-inspired decor, created with great attention to detail, the Jag has a truly memorable ambiance. Each of the guestrooms is adorned with a fresh and modern style, using calming shades of cream and splashes of grey to create a relaxing sanctuary. Guestrooms feature luxurious pillow-top mattresses, warm duvets, flat screen televisions, coffee makers, locally produced bathroom products and warming bathrobes. 

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This morning take the short ride back to St. John’s Airport, return your rental car and check-in for your flight back to the UK.