Newfoundland & Labrador's Viking Trail Self Drive (7 days)
Thousands of years of history come alive as you explore the West Coast of Newfoundland & Labrador. Learn about ancient peoples-the Maritime Archaic and Dorset Indians at Port au Choix, the Vikings in L'Anse aux Meadows, and the Basque Whalers in Red Bay - as you meet the hospitable and friendly people of today. See the beauty of Gros Morne National Park - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and coastal fishing communities. Take a boat tour in St. Anthony (weather permitting) where you may see whales and, depending on the time of year, icebergs!
Highlights
6 Nights Accommodations
6 Meals
Gros Morne National Park - UNESCO World Heritage Site
Strait of Belle Isle ferry to/from Labrador
Red Bay National Historic Site - UNESCO World Heritage Site
L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site - UNESCO World Heritage Site
Grenfell Historic Properties
Whale Watching Boat Tour
Scenic Boat Tour in Gros Morne
Itinerary
Tour can start on any date (June - early September), subject to hotel availability
Day 1: Arrive in Newfoundland
Upon arrival at the Deer Lake Airport, make your way to your hotel in Corner Brook where you'll spend the first night of your tour.
Day 2: Corner Brook to Port au Choix, NL
Today you will travel to the fishing community of Port au Choix. Visit the Port au Choix National Historic Site. Check into your accommodations for the night. (Breakfast)
Day 3: Port au Choix to L'anse au Clair, NL
Board the ferry from St. Barbe to cross the Strait of Belle Isle to Labrador. Continue to Red Bay National Historic Site (now a UNESCO World Heritage Site) where the Basques had a whaling station in the 16th century. Spend the night in Labrador. (Breakfast)
Day 4: L'anse au Clair to St. Anthony, NL
Return to Newfoundland and travel to L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, the first cultural discovery in the world to receive recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hear of the Vikings who walked here over a thousand years ago. (Breakfast)
Day 5: St. Anthony to Cow Head, NL
Enjoy a morning whale watching boat tour in St. Anthony (weather permitting)* before traveling to Cow Head for a two-night stay. (Breakfast)
*June and early July are the best time to see Titanic-size icebergs!
Day 6: Gros Morne Local Touring
Discover why Gros Morne National Park is truly one of the highlights of your tour. Enjoy a scenic boat tour (weather permitting) as you learn the geology of the Tablelands, see the bald eagles that frequent the deep waters of the fjord, and hear the history of the small villages nestled on the shores. It is an unforgettable experience; some say the scenery is unequaled in eastern Canada. (Breakfast)
Day 7: Cow Head to Deer Lake, NL
Have your camera at the ready as your time in Gros Morne National Park draws to a close. Continue to Deer Lake to catch your flight. Atlantic Tours arrangements end on arrival at the Deer Lake Airport. (Breakfast)
Please note that based on driving time/distance, we recommend booking your flight for 1:30PM or later.
Accommodations
| Day 1 | Glynmill Inn | Corner Brook, Newfoundland & Labrador |
| Day 2 | Sea Echo Motel | Port au Choix, Newfoundland & Labrador |
| Day 3 | Northern Light Inn | L'Anse au Clair, Newfoundland & Labrador |
| Day 4 |
Haven Inn | St. Anthony, Newfoundland & Labrador |
| Day 5 & 6 | Shallow Bay Motel | Cow Head, Newfoundland & Labrador |
Hotels are subject to availability and we reserve the right to modify a hotel to accommodate your tour.
Rates
Per person rates in Canadian funds:
2019 Rates
| TWIN | TRIPLE | QUAD | SINGLE |
| $965 | $795 | $709 | $1412 |
Rates are subject to 15% HST
Add to your Vacation
PRE OR POST TOUR HOTELS
Holiday Inn Express Deer Lake
Glynmill Inn—Corner Brook
Delta St. John’s
CAR RENTAL
The car rental is not included in the cost of the tour. Talk to us about booking this for you.
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TRANSPORTATION
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