Day 1

Arrival to St. John’s at Newfoundland’s East shore. Take a stroll along the colourful waterfront and soak in the atmosphere of vibrant St John’s. Pop in one of the local pubs on St. George Street, where you might be surprised to hear some Irish music! If you wish to venture further, climb atop Signal Hill. As you overlook the tumultuous North Atlantic you’ll be able to relive the moment the first wireless signal was received from UK. Spend your first night in Newfoundland in the vibrant city.

Day 2

Your self-drive adventure begins with a close encounter of Newfoundland’s rich bird life. Start your day with a visit to Cape Spear Lighthouse, the country's most easterly lighthouse and a great for walking, being part of the East Coast Trail that loops along the headlands and coastline.

Join a boat trip near Bay Bulls to come up close to the puffin colony and watch gannets gracefully bask in the coastal waters. The cherry on top of today’s ornithological experience is a visit to Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve, where chances are that you’ll hear its 70.000 noisy inhabitants before you see them!

Day 3

Leave the Avalon Peninsula behind aiming north for the cultural village of Trinity. A sense of pioneering spirit is hanging in the air as you step into John Cabot’s footsteps. In 1497 he was the first European explorer to set foot on the wild shores of the island. His first glimpse on the new world won’t differ much from what you’ll see 500 years later-a dramatic steep coast and rolling green hills and perhaps a few nesting puffins.

Day 4

Today’s drive takes you to the picturesque fishing village of Twillingate. As you begin to immerse in the Newfoundland way of life, we’d recommend a visit to the Driftwood Gallery. View the challenging, yet rewarding life Newfoundland offered to settlers through the eyes of local artists. If you like to know more about Newfoundland’s military history have browse through Durrell museum.

Day 5

The days adventures take you to one of the world’s four corners on Fogo island. After a short ferry ride to the wind-swept island you’ll be able to spend the day exploring. Learn how one lady returned to her roots and managed to transform the sleepy island into a vibrant and proud community. Fogo is the perfect place to connect with its proud locals and to learn more about its heritage and its seven seasons.

Day 6

The longer the drive the greater the excitement will be the theme of today’s drive. Luckily, your trip down to the UNESCO world heritage listed Gros Morne national park is likely to meet, if not exceed, expectations. Once at the park spectacular views across the extraterrestrial seeming Tablelands await. Keep your eyes peeled for one of Newfoundland’s 120.000 moose wandering the national park and hope to catch a glimpse the more elusive wolves, Black Bears and foxes.

Day 7

Time to strap on your hiking boots! Today is all about exploring the phenomenal landscape surrounding you. Hike the Green Garden Trail leading to some of the park’s biological and geographical wonders. Bring your camera to capture Gros Morne’s hidden gems, including seastacks, pillow lava, wild meadows and sea caves. This round trip trek will take a few hours, so we recommend packing a picnic for your adventures.

After building an appetite treat yourself to a great meal in the traditional fishing village of Trout River. Look out to sea to watch passing whales enjoy their very own seafood meal!