Day 1: Welcome to Newfoundland
Fly from Toronto to Deer Lake, meet your Tour Director, and begin your journey into the heart of western Newfoundland. Travel south to Corner Brook, taking in scenic viewpoints along the way, including a stop at the historic Captain Cook’s Lookout, with sweeping views over the Bay of Islands. Upon arrival, check in to your comfortable hotel and enjoy a guided walk around the property and the charming downtown area, where you'll get your first taste of Newfoundland’s unique character and natural beauty. In the evening, gather with your fellow travellers for an included welcome dinner.
Stay: Glynmill Inn, Cornerbrook, NL (1 night)
Meals: D
Day 2: Gros Morne National Park: Tablelands & Bonne Bay Cruise
Travel to Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the otherworldly Tablelands.
Enjoy a guided walk (A1/Easy – 4.2km/90m) over the Earth’s exposed mantle, surrounded by a surreal landscape of rust-colored rock, glacially carved valleys, and rare alpine vegetation. This easy, scenic trail offers fascinating insight into the forces that shaped our planet. Then, take to the water for a scenic Bonne Bay cruise, where dramatic views and insightful commentary bring the landscape to life. End the day with an included dinner and a fun evening filled with Newfoundland entertainment.
Stay:
Oceanview Motel, Rocky Harbour, NL (3 nights)
Meals:
B, L, D
Day 3: Gros Morne National Park: Bakers Brook Falls Hike, Lobster Cove Lighthouse
Start the day with a hike to Baker’s Brook Falls (A2/Moderate – 9.5km/75m), a scenic trail through forest and tuckamore (coastal, wind-sculpted, stunted evergreen trees unique to Newfoundland’s rugged environment), leading to a stunning multi-tiered waterfall deep within Gros Morne National Park. Along the way, enjoy a picnic lunch on the trail, surrounded by the sounds and serenity of the boreal landscape. In the afternoon, visit the historic Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse
for a guided tour that brings local maritime history to life. Afterwards, enjoy a leisurely walk along the coastal trail, taking in dramatic ocean views and rugged cliffs before returning for a relaxing evening.
Optional Hike: Gros Morne Mountain (A3/Difficult - 16km/806m) Duration: 7-8 hours - For those eager to reach the highest peak in Gros Morne National Park, this guided hike offers breathtaking views of the glacier-carved fjords of Bonne Bay and Ten Mile Pond. Please note that this excursion is available at an additional cost and requires a minimum number of participants. The trail features rocky, exposed terrain, and a picnic lunch will be enjoyed along the way.
Meals:
B, L, D
Day 4: Gros Morne National Park: Burnt Hill Trail, Bonne Bay Aquarium, Green Point Archeological Site
Start your day with a scenic hike on the Burnt Hill Trail, offering panoramic views of Bonne Bay, the Tablelands, and the Long Range Mountains. Then visit the Bonne Bay Aquarium and Research Station
to explore touch tanks, marine displays, and archaeological artifacts from ancient Indigenous cultures. Afterward, head to the nearby Green Point Geological Site, where you can walk along dramatic cliffs and see 500-million-year-old rock layers and marine fossils like conodonts and graptolites. The shoreline is best explored at low tide with sturdy footwear. Wrap up the day with an included group dinner and fun night out.
Meals:
B, L, D
Day 5: Gros Morne National Park: Western Brook Pond, Lighthouse Trail
Begin your day with the scenic walk into Western Brook Pond, an easy, well-maintained trail (about 3 km one way) that leads through bogs and boreal forest to the boat dock. From there, take the iconic Western Brook Pond boat cruise through the dramatic fjord, with towering cliffs, waterfalls, and glacier-carved landscapes, one of Gros Morne’s most unforgettable experiences. In the afternoon, head to Cow Head and hike the Lighthouse Trail, a coastal loop offering views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, rugged cliffs, and historical sites, including the old Cow Head Lighthouse. In the evening, freshen up and rejoin your fellow travellers for an included group dinner.
Stay:
Shallow Bay, Cow Head, NL (2 nights)
Meals:
B, D
Day 6: Dorset Trail, Port Aux Choix Visitor Centre
After breakfast, visit Port au Choix National Historic Site. This remarkable archaeological site sheds light on the lives of various Indigenous groups who once thrived here, showcasing original artifacts and a life-sized recreation of a traditional Dorset dwelling. Gain a deeper appreciation for the region’s cultural heritage during an interactive seal skin demonstration highlighting the historical importance of seals in daily life. Afterward, head out on the Dorset Trail, a scenic coastal hike that winds past archaeological sites, limestone barrens, and sweeping ocean views. In the evening, enjoy a final farewell dinner and entertainment.
Meals:
B, L, D
Day 7: Home
After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye as you make your way to the airport for your afternoon flight, taking with you lasting memories and the beauty of Newfoundland.
Meals:
B
