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Nova Scotia to Newfoundland

13 days

COACH TOUR: Journey from Halifax, capital of Nova Scotia, to St John's, capital of Newfoundland on this 13-day group tour. Take an overnight ferry from North Sydney to begin your exploration of Newfoundland, with a visit to Port au Choix and a chance to uncover the UNESCO-listed whaling station at Red Bay. Enjoy a whale watching cruise in St Anthony, discover the Viking settlement of L’Anse aux Meadows and discover the dramatic landscapes of Gros Morne National Park. Spot puffins on a Witless Bay boat tour, visit Gander and see the iconic lighthouse of Twillingate. Cruise Bonne Bay, see where John Cabot first landed in North America and end in St John's with a city tour.

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

13 days

Starts

Halifax

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

Fridays

Hotel Rating

3-4 star hotels

Countries

Canada

Arrival Transfer

No

Departure Transfer

No

Meals included

Breakfast: 12, Lunch: 4, Dinner: 9
Per person from
R 94,105.00
Total From
R 188,210.00
Deposit From
Final payment
R 10,000.00
R 183,210.00

Guiding Style

Coach tour (max 48)

Tour Highlights

Halifax - Start your Newfoundland adventure in the captivating capital of Nova Scotia, and take the overnight ferry to Port aux Basques
Port au Choix - Uncover the ancient history of this scenic fishing community, located on the Port au Choix peninsula
Red Bay National Historic Site - Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its Basque whaling history
L'Anse aux Meadows - Discover Viking history at the first UNESCO World Heritage Site
St Anthony - Spot minke whales, fin whales, blue whales and other species on an included whale watching tour
Gros Morne National Park - Join a scenic boat tour on Bonne Bay and explore the unique geological formations of the Tablelands
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
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

12 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 9 dinners
11 nights 3-4 star hotels & 1 overnight ferry from Halifax - Port aux Basques
Escorted by an expert local tour leader
All relevant transfers and transportation in a private coach
Strait of Belle Isle return ferry from Newfoundland - Labrador
Guided sightseeing in Port au Choix, Red Bay, L’Anse aux Meadows, Gros Morne National Park, Gander, Twillingate, Bonavsita, Trinity & St Johns
Whale watching boat tour in St Anthony
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 Halifax!

Upon arriving in Halifax, check in to your accommodation, ideally located in the downtown of this city on the Atlantic Ocean. As the capital of Nova Scotia, Halifax is rich in culture and history, and tonight is free for you to head out and explore.

There is also a welcome meeting with our tour guide this evening, so you can get to know the rest of the group.

Overnight: Halifax

Day 2 - Halifax to Port aux Basques

Halifax - North Sydney - Port aux Basques. We travel through Truro and Antigonish, crossing over the Canso Causeway to reach Cape Breton Island.

In North Sydney, we board the ferry for a relaxing overnight crossing to Port aux Basques, our port of entry for the island of Newfoundland.

Please note: The Marine Atlantic ferry schedule varies annually, so a daytime crossing may be required, which could necessitate an overnight stay in Port aux Basques. This accommodation will be included in your tour price, if required.

Overnight: Port aux Basques (overnight ferry)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 - Port aux Basques to Port au Choix

Port aux Basques - Port au Choix. Disembarking the ferry in Newfoundland this morning, we head through the Codroy Valley and the stunning Gros Morne National Park, which we will have the opportunity to explore later on during our tour.

Our destination today is the fishing community of Port au Choix, where we will learn about the ancient cultures that have inhabited the Port au Choix Peninsula. This area, which juts slightly into the Gulf of St. Lawrence on Newfoundland’s northwest coast, has been home to people for 5,500 years.

Please note: Some members of the tour may have started their tour in Corner Brook, instead of Halifax. The whole group will link up today, but the maximum group size of the tour will never be exceeded.

Overnight: Port au Choix
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - Port au Choix to L’Anse au Clair

Port au Choix - L'Anse au Clair. We board the ferry from St. Barbe across the Strait of Belle Isle to reach Labrador this morning. Our next stop is Red Bay National Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the Basques operated a whaling station in the 16th century. We're spending the night in Labrador.

Overnight: L'Anse au Clair
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 - L’Anse au Clair to St. Anthony

L'Anse au Clair - St Anthony. We return to Newfoundland and travel to L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, the first cultural discovery in the world to be recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, we will learn about the Vikings who roamed this area over a thousand years ago. After our visit, we will proceed to our accommodation in St. Anthony for the night.

Overnight: St. Anthony
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 - St. Anthony whale watching

St Anthony - Cow Head. We begin our day with a morning whale-watching boat tour off the coast of St. Anthony (weather permitting). We will enjoy wonderful views of the coastline and hope to spot species including minke whales, humpbacks and white-sided dolphins.

Afterwards, we will head to Cow Head in Gros Morne National Park, where we will stay for two nights. The months of June and early July offer the best opportunities to see icebergs as large as the Titanic!

Overnight: Cow Head
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 - Exploring Gros Morne

Today we are exploring UNESCO-listed Gros Morne National Park, beginning with a scenic boat tour on Bonne Bay. We’ll be on the lookout for bald eagles that are frequently spotted near the deep waters of the fjord.

Additionally, we will visit the Tablelands, an impressive flat-topped mountain made of rock typically found deep within the Earth’s mantle, which offers a truly awe-inspiring sight. Today promises to be unforgettable, as many believe the scenery in Gros Morne is unparalleled in Eastern Canada. We spend a second night in Cow Head.

Please note: You may request when booking that instead of today's included Bonne Bay boat tour and Tablelands visit, you take a scenic boat tour on Western Brook Pond and visit the Broom Point Fishing Premises instead. There is a 45-minute walk (3 km/2 miles) from the parking lot to the dock and a 45-minute walk back. This option must be requested on booking.

Overnight: Cow Head
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 - Cow Head to Gander

Cow Head - Gander. As our time in Gros Morne National Park comes to an end, we’ll journey through Central Newfoundland to Gander, famously known as the inspiration for the hit Broadway musical, "Come From Away". While in Gander, we’ll learn about the incredible hospitality and generosity shown by the local residents during the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks, when 38 planes were unexpectedly diverted there.

We will also visit the North Atlantic Aviation Museum, which houses a fascinating collection of artifacts and exhibits detailing Gander’s pivotal role in the history of transatlantic aviation.

Overnight: Gander
Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 - Gander to Clarenville

Gander - Clarenville. We take a scenic drive along the rugged coast of Notre Dame Bay to the beautiful outport of Twillingate, where we’ll visit the Long Point Lighthouse and the Prime Berth Fishery & Heritage Centre.

Keeping our cameras ready for potential wildlife sightings, we’ll continue through Terra Nova National Park before arriving in Clarenville, where we’ll stay for the next two nights.

Overnight: Clarenville
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 - Bonavista & Trinity

Today, we’ll explore two quaint and historic towns in the area. Our journey begins in Bonavista, where John Cabot made his first landing in North America in 1497. At the Cape Bonavista Lighthouse Provincial Historic Site, we’ll learn about the challenging lives of the lighthouse keepers.

We will then continue to the charming town of Trinity, where we can stroll through its lanes and explore the many historic buildings preserved from the 18th century. Then we head back to Clarenville for the night.

Overnight: Clarenville
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11 - Clarenville to St. John’s

Clarenville - St John's. We continue to the fascinating old seaport of St. John's, where we’ll stay for the next two nights. As the oldest city in North America and the capital of Newfoundland, St. John's is set against the striking granite cliffs and slopes of the Avalon Peninsula.

We’ll enjoy an included city tour showcasing the Victorian architecture of the downtown area, the bustling modern waterfront, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, and the Confederation Building. To finish, we will take in the panoramic views from Signal Hill.

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

Day 12 - 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 13 - St. John's

Our tour comes to an end today, 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 - Halifax Airport

Double

R 4,695per passenger

Twin

R 4,695per passenger

Single

R 9,375per passenger

Pre Tour Accomodation - St John

Double

R 2,845per passenger

Twin

R 2,845per passenger

Single

R 5,665per passenger

Post Tour Accomodation - St John

Double

R 2,845per passenger

Twin

R 2,845per passenger

Single

R 5,665per passenger

Pre tour Accomodation - Downtown Halifax

Double

R 2,455per passenger

Twin

R 2,455per passenger

Single

R 4,885per passenger

Pre tour Accomodation - Halifax Airport

Double

R 4,695per passenger

Twin

R 4,695per passenger

Single

R 9,375per passenger

Post Tour Accomodation - Downtown Halifax

Double

R 2,455per passenger

Twin

R 2,455per passenger

Single

R 4,885per passenger

Additional Excursions

Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.

Halifax Airport Transfer (Private Town Car/SUV)

R 1,675

per 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.

Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax
Halifax

Situated in the heart of downtown Halifax, this stylish hotel is just a 5-minute walk from local restaurants, shops, and the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, and a 12-minute stroll to the harbour. The contemporary rooms feature Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, and work desks, along with mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee makers. A relaxed restaurant offers regional dishes, while additional amenities include a rooftop terrace, fitness and business centres, guest laundry facilities, and event spaces.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Marine Atlantic Ferry
Port aux Basques

There is a daily overnight ferry service operating between Port aux Basques and North Sydney. You will stay in a comfortable cabin onboard.

Our Rating
Local Rating
Traditional Ship
Sea Echo Motel
Port au Choix

Overlooking Port au Choix harbour, this modest motel, which includes surrounding free-standing cabins, is an 8-minute walk from Gargamelle Cove and 2.3 km from the Port au Choix National Historic Site. The informal rooms and rustic cabins all feature en suite bathrooms, as well as televisions and complimentary Wi-Fi. A full Canadian breakfast is included, and the property also offers an exercise room, a relaxed restaurant, and a pub equipped with darts and billiards.

Our Rating
Simple
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Northern Light Inn
L'Anse au Clair

Located on a remote stretch of the Trans-Labrador Highway/Route 510 near the Quebec border, this unpretentious hotel is a 6-minute walk from a sandy beach and 8.8 km from the Strait of Belle Isle Ferries. The straightforward rooms are air-conditioned and come with complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions with cable channels, and Jacuzzi baths. The hotel features a gift shop selling local souvenirs, laundry facilities, and a lounge bar. Additionally, a family restaurant provides casual dining options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Haven Inn
St. Anthony

A 13-minute walk from Marguerite Bay, this relaxed hotel is 2 km from the Dock House Museum and 4.1 km from the Fishing Point Lighthouse. The straightforward rooms and suites include televisions, coffee makers, and work desks, with complimentary Wi-Fi available. There’s also a casual restaurant offering views of the town and harbour.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 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
6 Jun - 18 Jun
R 94,105
R 115,055
20 Jun - 2 Jul
R 94,105
R 115,055
27 Jun - 9 Jul
R 94,105
R 115,055
18 Jul - 30 Jul
R 94,105
R 115,055
1 Aug - 13 Aug
R 94,105
R 115,055
15 Aug - 27 Aug
R 94,105
R 115,055
5 Sep - 17 Sep
R 94,105
R 115,055

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