Newfoundland & Labrador’s Viking Trail from Halifax

Newfoundland & Labrador’s Viking Trail from Halifax

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Newfoundland & Labrador’s Viking Trail from Halifax

8 Days Starting in Halifax, Canada and ending in Deer Lake, Canada

Visiting: Halifax, Gros Morne National Park, Labrador, St. Anthony, Deer Lake

Tour operator:

Omega Tours

Tour code:

1666

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 5

Physical rating:

All Ages / Not applicable

Age range:

15-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English
From: $2877

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey along Newfoundland & Labrador’s Viking Trail from Halifax, exploring the rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes of Canada. This tour includes a 7-night accommodation, 15 meals, and a variety of immersive experiences such as a ferry ride from Nova Scotia to Newfoundland & Labrador, visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Red Bay and L’Anse aux Meadows, and a whale-watching boat tour. Discover the beauty of Gros Morne National Park with a choice of scenic boat tours on Bonne Bay or Western Brook Pond. Enjoy the convenience of baggage handling and inclusive provincial taxes, making this a seamless and enriching adventure.

Highlights

  • Port au Choix National Historic Site

  • Strait of Belle Isle ferry to/from Labrador

  • Red Bay – UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • L’Anse aux Meadows – UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Whale Watching Boat Tour

  • Gros Morne National Park – UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Choice of Bonne Bay or Western Brook Pond Boat Tour

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Halifax

Location: Halifax

Accommodation Name: Cambridge Suites, Halifax, or similar

Arrive in Halifax and transfer independently to your centrally-located hotel in this vibrant and cosmopolitan urban centre on the Atlantic Ocean. Meet your tour director and fellow travellers this evening at a welcome reception. Overnight in Halifax.

Day 2 : Halifax To Port Aux Basques

Location: Halifax

Accommodation Name: Marine Atlantic Ferry, Port-aux-Basques, or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Travel via Truro and Antigonish to cross over the Canso Causeway to Cape Breton Island. At North Sydney, board the Marine Atlantic ferry for a relaxing overnight crossing to Port aux Basques, your port of entry on the island of Newfoundland.

Day 3 : Port Aux Basques To Port Au Choix

Location: Gros Morne National Park

Accommodation Name: Sea Echo Motel, Port au Choix, or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive through the Codroy Valley and through Gros Morne National Park - to be enjoyed later on during your tour - to the fishing community of Port au Choix to learn of ancient cultures. The Port au Choix Peninsula juts slightly out into the Gulf of St. Lawrence on Newfoundland’s northwest coast and people have lived here for 5,500 years.

Day 4 : Port Au Choix To L’Anse Au Clair

Location: Labrador

Accommodation Name: Northern Light Inn, L’Anse au Clair, or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Board the ferry from St. Barbe to cross the Strait of Belle Isle to Labrador. Continue to Red Bay National Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the Basques had a whaling station in the 16th century. This mystical place takes the essence of Labrador coastal living and transposes it onto a tapestry of rich culture and history. Spend the night in Labrador.

Day 5 : L’Anse Au Clair To St. Anthony

Location: St. Anthony

Accommodation Name: Haven Inn or Hotel North, St. Anthony, or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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 before continuing on to your St. Anthony accommodations for the night.

Day 6 : St. Anthony To Cow Head

Location: Gros Morne National Park

Accommodation Name: Shallow Bay Motel, Cow Head, or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a morning whale-watching boat tour in St. Anthony before travelling to Cow Head in Gros Morne National Park for a two-night stay. Please note that June and early July are the best time to see Titanic-size icebergs.

Day 7 : Gros Morne Touring

Location: Gros Morne National Park

Accommodation Name: Shallow Bay Motel, Cow Head, or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Discover why Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is truly one of the highlights of your trip with a scenic boat tour on Bonne Bay; be on the lookout for the bald eagles that frequent the deep waters of the fjord. Also, visit the Tablelands; this mountain of flat-topped rock of a kind usually found only deep in the earth’s mantle is an awe-inspiring sight. Today will be an unforgettable experience; some say the scenery that Gros Morne offers is unequaled in Eastern Canada.OPTION: Passengers have the opportunity to request a scenic boat tour on Western Brook Pond and a visit to the Broom Point Fishing Premises instead of the standard scenic boat tour on Bonne Bay and a visit to the Tablelands. While some may find the boat tour on Western Brook Pond to be a more exceptional experience, it's important to be aware that there is a 45-minute walk (3 km/2 miles) from the parking lot to the dock and another 45-minute walk back. This alternative must be specified at the time of booking.

Day 8 : Cow Head To Deer Lake

Location: Deer Lake

Meals Included: Breakfast

The conclusion of the tour takes place this afternoon at the Deer Lake Regional Airport. The tour is scheduled to return to Deer Lake around 11:30 AM, and it is advisable not to schedule a flight departing from Deer Lake any earlier than 12:30 PM.

What's Included

  • 7-night accommodation

    Accommodation for 7 nights is included in the tour package.

  • 15 meals

    A total of 15 meals are provided during the tour.

  • Meet & Greet

    A meet and greet service is included.

  • Ferry from Nova Scotia to Newfoundland & Labrador

    Ferry transportation from Nova Scotia to Newfoundland & Labrador is included.

  • Port au Choix National Historic Site

    Visit to Port au Choix National Historic Site is included.

  • Strait of Belle Isle ferry to/from Labrador

    Ferry transportation across the Strait of Belle Isle to and from Labrador is included.

  • Red Bay – UNESCO World Heritage Site

    Visit to Red Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is included.

  • L’Anse aux Meadows – UNESCO World Heritage Site

    Visit to L’Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is included.

  • Whale Watching Boat Tour

    A whale watching boat tour is included.

  • Gros Morne National Park – UNESCO World Heritage Site

    Visit to Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is included.

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What's Not Included

  • Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary

    Airfare is not included unless specified in the tour itinerary.

  • Laundry, optional excursions, and other items of a personal nature

    Laundry services, optional excursions, and other personal items are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included.

  • Pre and Post Accommodation

    Accommodation before and after the tour is not included.

  • Meet and Greet airport transfer service

    Airport transfer service for meet and greet is not included.

  • Everything that is not mentioned in included

    Any service or item not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions is not included.

Mode of Transport

Travel includes a mix of coach travel, ferry crossings from Nova Scotia to Newfoundland & Labrador, and the Strait of Belle Isle ferry to/from Labrador.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7-night accommodations at various comfortable hotels including the Cambridge Suites in Halifax, Marine Atlantic Ferry, Sea Echo Motel, Northern Light Inn, Haven Inn or Hotel North, and Shallow Bay Motel.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 7-night accommodation at various hotels and motels, such as the Cambridge Suites in Halifax, the Marine Atlantic Ferry, the Sea Echo Motel in Port au Choix, the Northern Light Inn in L’Anse au Clair, the Haven Inn or Hotel North in St. Anthony, and the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour package includes 15 meals. Specific meals are provided on different days, such as breakfast and dinner on most days, and lunch on some days.

  • Is there a whale-watching activity included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a morning whale-watching boat tour in St. Anthony. June and early July are the best times to see Titanic-size icebergs during this activity.

  • What UNESCO World Heritage Sites will we visit during the tour?

    The tour includes visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Red Bay, L’Anse aux Meadows, and Gros Morne National Park.

  • Is there an option for a different boat tour in Gros Morne National Park?

    Yes, passengers have the option to request a scenic boat tour on Western Brook Pond instead of the standard scenic boat tour on Bonne Bay. This alternative must be specified at the time of booking and involves a 45-minute walk to and from the dock.

  • What is the recommended time to schedule a flight from Deer Lake at the end of the tour?

    It is advisable not to schedule a flight departing from Deer Lake any earlier than 12:30 PM, as the tour is scheduled to return to Deer Lake around 11:30 AM on the final day.

  • Are there any ferry rides included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a ferry ride from Nova Scotia to Newfoundland & Labrador and another ferry ride across the Strait of Belle Isle to and from Labrador.

  • What historical sites are included in the tour?

    The tour includes visits to several historical sites such as the Port au Choix National Historic Site, Red Bay National Historic Site, and L’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 2005

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes, please enquire for details, we'll be happy to assist wherever we can.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.

Reviews of this operator

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Joe F  

Excellent Service!

01-Mar-2020

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We used Omega Tours for...

09-May-2024

We used Omega Tours for a trip to Rome & the Amalfi Coast. Michael Rizzo did an outstanding job and answered all of my never ending questions. Planning and arrangements were easy with lots of suggestions and good advice. The drivers they arranged were on time, friendly and informative. The tours that they arranged were on time and the guides were well versed, our only issue was with one of the guides which isn’t a reflection on Omega. The hotels that were selected were very nice. The communication with Omega was good including when we needed some information while on the trip. I would definitely recommend them.

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15-Jun-2024

We totally enjoyed our tour and it was certainly more than we expected. Our tour guide and our driver were excellent. Our hotels were great and Connie Astarita, our travel agent was outstanding. We will definitely recommend your company to our friends as we have already done so.

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04-Oct-2022

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  • Low Deposit

    Omega Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 CAD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of omega tours charges.

    Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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