Depart from our homes across Canada and fly to Deer Lake on the West Coast of Newfoundland to begin our  journey. This evening we will enjoy a welcome gathering and have an opportunity to meet our fellow travellers. Glynmill Inn (1 night).

This morning we take the Viking Trail to beautiful Gros Morne National Park. We will travel along some of the most spectacular coastlines in North America and visit the National Historic Site at Port au Choix, which interprets the intriguing history and lifestyle of the Maritime Archaic people who lived here over 3,000 years ago. This evening we enjoy our Welcome Dinner. Plum Point Motel (2 nights).

Today we travel the coastline to St. Anthony to visit the home of the famous medical missionary, Sir Wilfred Grenfell. The highlight of this day is our visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site at L'Anse aux Meadows, home of Leif the Lucky and the Vikings who settled this area as early as 1000 A.D.

Keep a sharp eye out for whales as we travel across the Strait of Belle Isle to the shores of Labrador. Here we visit the recently discovered Whaling Station founded by the Basques in the early 1500's, and learn about the ‘modern techniques’ used by these whalers and the hardships they endured. Later visit the tallest lighthouse in the province at L'Anse Amour. Northern Light Inn (1 night).

This morning we return to the island and continue to explore the rugged coastline stopping to visit The Arches and enjoy an interpretation of the many unique and wonderful geological formations for which Newfoundland is so famous. Tonight we will enjoy a traditional Newfoundland dinner. Ocean View Hotel (2 nights).

Today is devoted to Gros Morne National Park. We travel to the south side of the park where we visit the new Discovery Centre and view the famous Tablelands Mountains. It is this area that earned the park its UNESCO World Heritage status and its nickname as the “Galapagos of Plate Tectonics”. We take a water shuttle across Bonne Bay where we learn about the geology of the park and the unique culture in this area.

Bid farewell to the west coast as we take an easterly trek, to a new geological frontier. A perfect harbor provides a beautiful backdrop for an eventful morning of whale interpretation and brilliant art exhibits. This afternoon commemorates the survivors of the 9/11 Tragedy and the many acts of kindness extended when we welcomed the Come From Away guests into the homes and communities surrounding Gander; the epicenter of the hit Broadway musical. Sinbad’s Hotel (1 night).

Today we are off on the Road to the Isles, across Tickles and Runs to enjoy the beautiful Twillingate Islands. This is one of Newfoundland's oldest and most interesting fishing communities. We then travel to Terra Nova National Park to view the vistas of Newman Sound. Clarenville Inn (2 nights).

This morning we travel to the historic village of Trinity, one of the oldest communities in North America, the gem of the Island. Then it’s out to Cape Bonavista for a chance to walk the cliffs and enjoy the spectacular coastal scenery. This afternoon is spent in Bonavista, the landfall of John Cabot in 1497. Here we visit the Ryan Premises and have an opportunity to learn from the locals about inshore fishing techniques that have allowed this town to thrive for hundreds of years.

Today we travel to the Avalon Peninsula and the town of Bay Bulls. From here we take a boat trip to the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve where we view thousands of Atlantic Puffins, Murres and other seabirds that nest here in the summer. Witless Bay is also home to many Humpback, Minke and Fin whales in the summer months so whale sightings are a definite possibility. This afternoon we visit Cape Spear National Historic Park, the most easterly point of land in North America before heading into St. John's, the capital of Newfoundland and Labrador. Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland (2 nights).

This morning we will tour historic St. John's, the oldest city in North America. Included is a visit to Cabot Tower and Signal Hill where we can view the famous ‘Narrows’ and admire the architecture of old St. John's. This afternoon is at your leisure for shopping or to explore on your own. This evening we share our farewell dinner.