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Newfoundland Discovery

9 days

COACH TOUR: Discover the birthplace of the New World in Newfoundland on this 9-day group tour. Uncover the dramatic landscapes of Gros Morne National Park, enjoy a boat tour on Bonne Bay and discover Gander’s September 11 history at the North Atlantic Aviation Museum. See Twillingate’s Long Point Lighthouse, explore historic Bonavista and Trinity, learn about John Cabot’s landing, and tour St. John's before concluding with a boat tour in the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve and a visit to Cape Spear National Historic Site.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Tour Overview

Duration

9 days

Starts

Corner Brook

Ends

St. John's

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour leader

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 48

Minimum age

12 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Tuesdays

Hotel Rating

3-4 star hotels

Countries

Canada

Arrival Transfer

No

Departure Transfer

No

Meals included

Breakfast: 8, Lunch: 3, Dinner: 5
Per person from
AUD$5,495.00
Total From
AUD$10,990.00
Deposit From
Final payment
AUD$1,000.00
$10,490.00

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Tour Highlights

Gros Morne National Park - Journey through this UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoy a scenic boat tour at Bonne Bay, keeping your eyes peeled for bald eagles
Gander - Take in the North Atlantic Aviation Museum and learn of the important role played by the town on 11 September 2001
Clarenville - See the Long Point Lighthouse at Twillingate and spot wildlife as your journey through Terra Nova National Park
Bonavista - Enjoy free time in the spot where John Cabot first landed in North America in 1497
St. John's - Explore North America’s oldest city, visiting sites like the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and Signal Hill
Witless Bay Ecological Reserve - Sail the waters of the bay, keeping your eyes peeled for the colourful puffins that live in the area

Included

8 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 5 dinners
8 nights 3-4 star hotels
Escorted by an expert local tour leader
All relevant transfers and transportation in a private coach
Guided sightseeing in Gros Morne National Park, Gander, Twillingate, Bonavista, Trinity & St. John's
Newfoundland Insectarium
Bonne Bay boat tour (or Western Brook Pond boat tour, see Itinerary for details)
Witless Bay Ecological Reserve boat tour
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Not Included

International flights & visas
Airport transfers
Any meals or drinks not specified in the inclusions
Tips for your tour guide - an entirely personal gesture!

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Corner Brook

Arrive in Corner Brook and check in for your first night in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Overnight: Corner Brook

Day 2 - Corner Brook to Cow Head

Corner Brook - Gros Morne National Park - Cow Head. Today, you will be transferred from Corner Brook to Cow Head in Gros Morne National Park. Upon arrival in the late afternoon, join your tour guide and the rest of the tour group.

En route, you will visit one of Newfoundland's top attractions, the Newfoundland Insectarium, which features a butterfly house with up to 1,000 live tropical butterflies.

Overnight: Cow Head
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 - Exploring Gros Morne

Cow Head - Gros Morne National Park - Cow Head. Setting off with the group today, we will discover why Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is truly one of the highlights of our trip. Enjoy an included scenic boat tour on Bonne Bay, keeping your eyes peeled for the bald eagles that are often seen soaring over the deep waters of the fjord.

We also visit the Tablelands, a striking mountain of flat-topped rock, typically found deep within the Earth’s mantle. Today promises to be an unforgettable experience, with some saying that the scenery in Gros Morne is unmatched in Eastern Canada.

Please Note: You can request a scenic boat tour on Western Brook Pond and a visit to Broom Point Fishing Premises instead of the Bonne Bay tour and the Tablelands. This option requires a 45-minute walk (3 km/2 miles) to and from the dock. Must be requested at the time of booking.

Overnight: Cow Head
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - Cow Head to Gander

Cow Head - Grander. As our visit to Gros Morne National Park concludes, we continue our journey through Central Newfoundland to Gander, a town famous for inspiring the hit Broadway musical, "Come From Away".

While in Gander, we will learn about the remarkable hospitality and generosity shown by the local residents during the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks, when 38 diverted planes unexpectedly landed here.

We will also have the opportunity to explore the North Atlantic Aviation Museum, which features a range of artefacts and exhibits chronicling Gander’s significant role in the history of transatlantic aviation.

Overnight: Gander
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 - Gander to Clarenville

Gander - Clarenville. Today, we will take a scenic drive along the rugged coastline of Notre Dame Bay to reach the charming outport of Twillingate, where we will explore Long Point Lighthouse and the Prime Berth Fishery & Heritage Centre.

As we journey through Terra Nova National Park, keep your camera ready to capture any wildlife we encounter. Our adventure will then continue on to Clarenville, where we will stay for the next two nights.

Overnight: Clarenville
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 - Bonavista & Trinity

Clarenville - Bonavista - Trinity - Clarenville. Today, we will explore two quaint, historic towns. We will begin with a visit to Bonavista, where John Cabot made his first landing in North America in 1497. Here, we will learn about the challenging lives of the lighthouse keepers at the Cape Bonavista Lighthouse Provincial Historic Site.

Afterwards, we continue to the picturesque town of Trinity, where we can stroll through the lanes and admire the numerous historic buildings preserved from the 18th century.

Overnight: Clarenville
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 - Clarenville to St. John's

Clarenville - St. John's. We continue to the historic seaport of St. John’s, where we will spend the next two nights. As North America’s oldest city and the capital of Newfoundland, St. John’s boasts a stunning location nestled among the granite cliffs and slopes of the Avalon Peninsula.

Enjoy an included city tour that showcases the Victorian architecture of the downtown area, the bustling modern waterfront, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, the Confederation Building, and the breathtaking panoramic views from Signal Hill.

Overnight: St. John's
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 - Witless Bay boat tour

This morning, we head to Bay Bulls for a memorable highlight of our trip: a boat tour (weather permitting) through the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve, where we can look for puffins and other seabirds. Afterwards, we visit Cape Spear National Historic Site, the most easterly point in North America. The afternoon is free for you to further explore St. John's at your own pace.

Overnight: St. John's
Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 - St. John's

Our tour comes to an end today in St. John's, after a final breakfast at the hotel and check-out.

Meals: Breakfast

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Post Tour Accomodation - Corner Brook

Double

$205per passenger

Twin

$205per passenger

Single

$385per passenger

Pre Tour Accomodation - St John

Double

$245per passenger

Twin

$245per passenger

Single

$495per passenger

Post Tour Accomodation - St John

Double

$245per passenger

Twin

$245per passenger

Single

$495per passenger

Accomodation - Corner Brook

Double

$205per passenger

Twin

$205per passenger

Single

$385per passenger

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Glynmill Inn
Corner Brook

Overlooking Glynmill Pond, this understated Tudor-style hotel, built in 1924, is 2 km from the city centre, a 10-minute walk from the Rotary Arts Centre, and 14 minutes on foot from Margaret Bowater Park. The simple rooms, furnished in a traditional style, offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and coffee makers. Dining options include an elegant restaurant adorned with murals, a basement steakhouse, and a classic English pub. Additional amenities include a gym, a 24-hour business centre, and meeting rooms accommodating up to 200 guests.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins
Cow Head

Overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence, this unpretentious motel is located off Highway 430 and is 8.8 km from the nature trails at Gros Morne National Park. The modest rooms and cabins come with complimentary Wi-Fi, cable televisions, and coffee makers. Amenities include a gym, a sauna, an outdoor heated pool, and a hot tub with water views. There is also a casual restaurant and a guest lounge featuring a pool table, along with laundry facilities for guests.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Sinbad's Hotel & Suites
Gander

This unpretentious hotel is located just 1 block from Gander Mall in the town centre, 1.3 km from the Trans-Canada Highway/Route 1, and 6.2 km from Gander International Airport and Canadian Forces Base. The straightforward rooms feature air conditioning and coffee makers, with some offering fully equipped kitchens. Amenities include a coin-operated laundry, a business centre, and a fitness room. There is also a casual restaurant with a fireplace and a lounge bar, as well as four meeting rooms available.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Quality Hotel
Clarenville

Located at the southern edge of Clarenville on the Trans-Canada Highway, this no-frills hotel is 4.4 km from the town centre and 8.7 km from the White Hills ski area. The traditional rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi, cable televisions, and coffee makers. A relaxed restaurant serves casual meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and there is also meeting and event space available.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Delta Hotels St. John's Conference Centre
St. John's

Situated across the street from St. John's Convention Centre, this stylish hotel overlooks Saint John's Harbour and is a 7-minute walk from the vibrant George Street, just 1 km from the Basilica of St. John the Baptist. The relaxed rooms, some offering harbour views, include complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, and mini fridges, along with tea and coffee-making facilities. The hotel features an elegant lounge and a trendy bar/restaurant, as well as a gym, indoor pool, and hot tub. Additional amenities include a business centre and event space.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Prices & Dates

All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices shown are per person when there are 2 persons sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to all solo travellers, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Single Rooms can also be booked by anyone wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room. There is no room sharing on this tour.

2025
Twin/Double
Single
10 Jun - 18 Jun
$5,495
$6,785
24 Jun - 2 Jul
$5,495
$6,785
1 Jul - 9 Jul
$5,495
$6,785
22 Jul - 30 Jul
$5,495
$6,785
5 Aug - 13 Aug
$5,495
$6,785
12 Aug - 20 Aug
$5,495
$6,785
19 Aug - 27 Aug
$5,495
$6,785
9 Sep - 17 Sep
$5,495
$6,785

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