Newfoundland Adventure: Eastbound

8 Days | Uncover historic seaside villages and a glacier-carved fjord in Newfoundland

4.1 out of 5 based on 7 reviews submitted.
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It's time to explore North America’s most north-easterly point, where the dramatic coastline, mighty fjords and wonderful wildlife will take your breath away. With a knowledgeable leader to guide the way, on this eight-day adventure you’ll experience a landscape that has been shaped by the elements over thousands of years, meet with locals and stop into historic towns surrounded by the splendour of Newfoundland’s famous scenery. Watch huge icebergs bob past the town known as “The Iceberg Capital of the World” in the spring, go whale watching, and spot puffins at one of North America’s best viewing sites.

Trip overview

Map of Newfoundland Adventure: Eastbound including Canada
Start
Deer Lake, Canada
Finish
St. John's, Canada
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
Canada
Physical rating
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
SESR
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Why you'll love this trip
  • Meet locals on a historic walking tour of Trinity and hear about how Gander welcomed thousands of stranded travelers during 9/11.
  • Marvel at Western Brook Pond, the spectacular glacier-carved landlocked fjord in Gros Morne National Park during a scenic boat tour that gets you closer to nature.
  • Take a boat tour through pristine waters surrounding Twillingate, keeping an eye out for whales, seabirds and more.
  • Watch puffins at Elliston’s renowned viewing site which offers one of the closest land views of these birds in North America.
  • Admire spectacular coastal scenery and head out to historic lighthouses that mark the easternmost point of Canada.

Is this trip right for you?
  • Some of the best scenery in Newfoundland is found on hikes. So, while this trip doesn't require a high level of fitness, it’s essential to be at least moderately fit if you want to partake in all activities.
  • This itinerary also runs in reverse, from St. John's to Deer Lake: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/canada/newfoundland-adventure-144885

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2023 - 31 December 2024

Map of Newfoundland Adventure: Eastbound including Canada

Inclusions

Meals

7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

Transport

Private Vehicle, boat

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nights), Bed & Breakfast (2 nights), Inn (1 night), Cabin (2 nights)

Activities
  • Rocky Harbour - Lobster Cove Lighthouse visit
  • Gros Morne National Park-Tableland trail
  • Gros Morne NP - Western Brook Pond Boat Tour
  • Twillingate - Seabird & Whale watching boat tour
  • Trinity - Walking tour with a local guide
  • Gander - Chat with a local
  • Boyd's Cove - Beothuk Interpretation Centre
  • Bonavista - Lighthouse visit
  • Elliston - Puffin viewing
  • St. John’s – Leader led walking tour
  • St John’s – Cape Spear Lighthouse
  • St John’s – Local dinner

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Important notes

1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 8 am on Day 2. Please make your own way to the Joining Point Hotel listed in the Essential Trip Information for this itinerary. After the welcome meeting, the group will depart from Deer Lake for Gros Morne National Park.

2. Please be careful when booking flights from St. John's, Newfoundland; make sure you fly from St. John's Airport [YYT]. Please do not book flights from Saint John, New Brunswick [YSJ] as this is in another province.

3. Your adventure ends on Day 8 after breakfast. There are no activities included on that day.

4. A single supplement is available for this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

Essential Trip Information

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Reviews

4.1 out of 5 based on 7 reviews submitted.
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Zarra · Traveled July 2024
This tour was a breath of fresh air! It was a great experience, both eye-opening and impactful, leaving a lasting impression of the region and the people. Our guide was a gem: knowledgeable, patient, and adaptable. Highly recommended!
Review submitted 20 Aug 2024

Cen · Traveled June 2024
I had a perfect feeling on the trip. The guide leader Simon had a good experience
Review submitted 08 Jul 2024

Terresa · Traveled May 2024
I highly recommend this trip. Simon was an excellent guide- very knowledgeable, organized and accommodating to group requests. Newfoundland was even more beautiful than I expected. The boat rides, lighthouses, hikes, and natural beauty on this trip are 100% worth the difficulties in getting to Newfoundland! I would love to go back anytime.
Review submitted 06 Jun 2024

Anne Marie · Traveled May 2024
Newfoundland never disappoints! Because this tour relies heavily on viewing natural phenomenon, be prepared to not see popular natural attractions, including wildlife and icebergs, even if they are technically 'in season'. If you are the first or last tours of the season, be prepared for most tourist attractions and commercial businesses in small communities to be closed or have limited service. Also bring lots of warm clothes!
Review submitted 28 May 2024

Colette · Traveled July 2023
Intrepid says they always hire local guides. It is what they are known for. They did not have a local guide on this trip. Buyer beware. I am so, so disappointed.
Review submitted 03 Aug 2023
Newfoundland Adventure: Eastbound
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