Newfoundland & Labrador July 5 th to 16 th, 2018 11 nights, 12 days Summary Itinerary This is Eastern Canada s greatest destination. Nowhere else in all of our great Nation will you find as much warmth among its people as you will on this tour. Stand on Signal Hill and view one of the greatest city harbors in all of North America. Sail across the strait of Belle-Isle and step back a few hundred years to the era of the great whale hunts. Drive along the South arm of Gros Morne National Park. Visit the North American Viking landing site. Enjoy a traditional screech-in ceremony with the locals. Be prepared to fall under the spell of true Newfoundland hospitality. Thursday, July 5 th Day 1 Sydney Meet your transfer Driver from Charlottetown, Borden and Aulac and travel to Moncton to meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers (note: pick up is not available for passengers from Nova Scotia). Today we will cross the Canso Causeway onto Cape Breton Island, home to the Barra McNeils, the late Rita MacNeil, The Rankins, Natalie McMaster and many more Celtic music icons. You will overnight in the harbour city of Sydney. Friday, July 6 th Day 2 Sydney to Port Aux Basques Your Newfoundland adventure begins this morning boarding the Northumberland Ferry which will cross the Cabot Strait and dock at Channel-Port Aux Basques in the late afternoon. Saturday, July 7 th Day 3 Port Aux Basques to Plum Point Your journey takes you further north this morning allowing you the opportunity of travelling through parts of Gros Morne National Park where you will visit Birchy Head, Shoal Brook, Trout River and lunch in Woody Point. Newfoundland & Labrador July 2018 1
Sunday, July 8 th Day 4 Plum Point to L Anse-Au-Clair It is your second ferry ride this morning, crossing the Strait of Belle Isle and Iceberg Alley to the shores of Labrador, the other part of Newfoundland. You will visit Red Bay, a small community steeped in the history of the Basque Whaling industry that thrived along the coast over 400 years ago. Red Bay is the home of the whaling industry museums that connect visitors with the ancient traditions, folklore, along with the ancients crafts that continue to exist today. The museum will also reveal the gripping story of the oil-laden San Juan that sank in 33 feet of water in Red Bay. And then there are the tangy baked apples fashioned into a pie, the locals call them cloud berries a lumpy-looking golden fruit that grows in profusion in southern Labrador. Lessons in sea lore, sea-washed scenery, down-home hospitality and good food sum up this day beautifully. Monday, July 9 th Day 5 L Anse-Au-Clair to Plum Point This morning takes you back across the Strait of Belle Isle to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Viking site at L Anse-aux-Meadows, site of the first European settlement in North America where you will experience true Viking lifestyle of 1000 years ago. Tuesday, July 10 th Day 6 Plum Point to Gander You are backtracking a bit today making your way back down the highway to Deer Lake for your lunch stop. The central part of Newfoundland will be your journey this afternoon making your way to a city that played a tremendous part during the last war. Wednesday, July 11 th Day 7 Gander to St. John s City tour of St. John s today with a visit to Signal Hill. View The Narrows and admire the architecture of old St. John s along with the Basilica. Thursday, July 12 th Day 8 St. John s This is a free day for you to explore this charming and historic capital city. Visit Quidi Vidi where iceberg beer is made. Friday, July 13 th Day 9 St. John s to Grander This morning you will be in the Bay of Bulls to enjoy a boat ride, whale watching tour and lunch. You will then have an overnight stay in Grander. Newfoundland & Labrador July 2018 2
Saturday, July 14 th Day 10 Grander to Port Aux Basques A tour of the Humber Arm this morning will have you visiting such places as Bottle Cove and the Frenchman s Harbour. The scenery is simply out of this world. This afternoon it is a short drive to Port Aux Basques following the Long Range Mountains. Sunday, July 15 th Day 11 Port Aux Basques to Baddeck Another ferry ride awaits you this morning to take you back across the Cabot Strait to North Sydney. Your overnight lodging will be on the shores of the beautiful Lake Bras D Or. Monday, July 16 th Day 12 Return Home We leave the charming province of Nova Scotia this morning. Today your Newfoundland journey ends, but bets are on that you will continue to hum those Newfoundland dittys and smile broadly when you recall your travels in Newfoundland. Meet your transfer Driver in Moncton and return home. Newfoundland & Labrador July 2018 3
Includes: Transportation via deluxe motorcoach 11 nights hotel accommodation Ferry crossing North Sydney, NS to Port Aux Basques, NL and return Ferry crossing Strait of Belle Isle to Sablon Labrador and return Breakfast daily, 3 lunches, 2 dinners Tour of St. John s, NL Touring in Red Bay Labrador Entrance to L Anse-Aux-Meadows and Gros Morne National Park Whale Watching Museum, whale watching cruise and lunch (Blow Me Down National Park) Whale Museum Labrador Screech In Luggage handling All taxes and gratuities on included meals Price: $2989 per person with 4 per room $3109 per person with 3 per room $3369 per person with 2 per room $4199 per person with 1 per room Deposit & Final Payment: Prices are per person and include taxes. Deposit of $800 per person due at time of booking. Final payment due April 27 th, 2018. Newfoundland & Labrador July 2018 4
Important Notes: Tour Director and Driver Your Tour Director and Driver play an important role in making your vacation as memorable and hassle-free as possible. While optional, gratuities are a great way to show your appreciation. The suggested industry guideline is $3.00 to $6.00 per person, per day for your Tour Director and also your Driver. This should be extended on a voluntary and individual basis at the completion of the tour. Travel Insurance Your tour price does not include travel insurance. If you are covered, we advise you to look into coverage details, if there is a deductible, if you need to pay up front, and where to call in case of emergency. We highly recommend medical, trip cancellation and trip interruption coverage. If you would like a quote, please call our office at 1-877-214-5367. Please note that your Provincial Health Plan will not always fully cover all medical expenses incurred in other provinces. After Booking We will send you your receipt and proof of reservation via email or mail. Before final payment we will reach out to you via phone or email to remind you of your final balance and determine final method of payment. About 2-3 weeks prior to departure we will send you your Detailed Itinerary which will feature exact times and locations as well as details on your Tour Director. Around one week before departure you will be contacted by your Tour Director via email or by phone to introduce themselves and ask if you have any questions before departure. Target Tours P.O. Box 2693 Charlottetown, PEI C1A 8C3 1 877 214 5367 info@targettours.ca Newfoundland & Labrador July 2018 5