• Duration: 7 nights
  • Distance (approx): 663 miles
  • When to visit: May - Sep
  • Price: Call for info
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Newfoundland Whales & Wildlife

Your adventure begins in St John’s, the oldest city in North America, full of character and a perfect base to explore the wildlife and history of the Avalon Peninsula. Head north and follow the beautiful coastline through towns charmingly called Heart’s Content and Harbour Grace. Terra Nova National Park provides abundant hiking trails and opportunities to view whales from the rugged shore. Your journey meanders through Notre Dame Junction and Humber Valley then north to Gros Morne National Park where glacier carved fjords adorn the scenery. Continue along the coast and absorb the rich history of Port au Choix before arriving in St Anthony. Explore nearby L’Anse aux Meadows the only authenticated Viking site in North America. This unique UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts reenactments of Viking life. Your adventure ends with a fl ight back to the UK via St John’s.




 

Itinerary

St John’s, 
2nts Leaside Manor

115 miles to Trinity,
2nts Artisan Inn

194 miles to Twillingate,
2 Nts Anchor Inn
 
134 miles to Terra Nova,
1 Nt Hospitality Home

220 miles to St John’s

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Highlights

Trinity

A picturesque village filled with snug houses, winding lanes and cosy inns. Recognise the scenery from films made nearby.


Twillingate

Often seen are a parade of icebergs and mist shrouded cliffs providing stunning photo opportunities.


Gros Morne NP

A UNESCO World Heritage Site with unique geology offering impressive landscapes of the oldest exposed mountains on Earth. A haven for wildlife such as moose, eagles and bears.


St John’s

The oldest city in North America with highlights such as the traditional fi shing village Quidi Vidi.


Scenic Drives

 

The Baccalieu Trail

Picturesque towns full of character, folklore and ancient pirate haunts.


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