Newfoundland
Circumnavigation Cruise
15 Days ~ 14 Nights
 

Embark on a voyage that will feature coastlines steeped in history, with ancient archaeological and National Heritage Sites set against a stunning landscape of natural wonders. While in Cape St. Mary's, stroll through the Castle Hill historic site, where French fortifications dating back to 1632 offer fine coastal views. Offshore, during the summer, observe the nesting seabirds and whales that inhabit these magical waters up close. Located on a rocky island, Battle Harbour is the province's only intact salt fishing village, and is dutifully maintained by the local historical trust. According to legend, the Montagnais Indians, aided by the French, fought their final battle against the Inuit at Battle Harbour. A burial mound is supposed to mark the site and some attribute its name from this historic event. Gaze in wonder at the steep walled rocky fjord that is Francois; see the richest archeological finds of North America in the charming town of Port au Choix. The special geologic conditions here have preserved a time capsule of great historical importance. Newfoundland's northern capital, St. Anthony, is known for L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site, where the Vikings established the first European settlement in North America about 1,000 years ago. L'Anse aux Meadows features a recreation of sod houses that lets the visitor experience life as it must have been and tells the story of these hearty adventurers who braved the North Atlantic in their small boats. Surrounding a small but beautiful harbor, St. John's, the capital city of Newfoundland, is the easternmost and oldest city in all of North America and is known as the most colorful city in the province-making this a beautiful place to end our journey. Whether you want to unearth antiquities or just relax, this cruise will fulfill your fondest dreams of discovering the real Newfoundland.