Discover the eastern edge of Canada, breathe in the cool Atlantic air, and be inspired by the colourful clapboard houses and gracious, very friendly locals.
Now is your chance to “Kiss the Cod, “be declared an honorary Newfoundlander and visit quilt shops, all on this exciting adventure.
$ 3995 CDN/ $ 3007 US
per person double occupancy (includes all taxes)
$ 965 CDN / $ 752 US
per person single supplement occupancy
(includes all taxes)
Your Land Package Includes:
Day-by-Day Itinerary
B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner
Day 1 – St John’s, Newfoundland
(Tues June 3) – Today will be a day of rest and relaxation as we greet fellow quilters as they arrive. We will all meet in the evening for a welcome dinner.
Stay overnight in St. John’s, Newfoundland
Meal(s) – D
Day 2 – Signal Hill & Quidi Vidi Village
(Wed June 4) – We will start the tour with a look at the historical city of St. John’s, the oldest and most easterly city and point in North America. We will travel up to Signal Hill through the Battery area and tiny jellybean-coloured houses to the unmistakable Cabot Tower. From there we will wind our way to the small village within the city called Quidi Vidi. A small fishing village and place where local artisans create and sell their crafts. After lunch, we will visit our first quilting destination.
Stay overnight in St. John’s, Newfoundland
Meal(s) – B
Day 3 – Show and Share Newfoundland Style!
(Thurs June 5) – This morning we leave St. John’s and head to our second quilt shop where we will be treated to a trunk show and book signing by none other than the creators of The Quilted Stash. We will have plenty of time to shop at this lovely store and explore this coastal area. Lots of picture-taking opportunities. In the afternoon, we will have lunch on your own and head onto Clarenville where we will be staying the next couple of nights. After dinner be ready to laugh and have lots of fun becoming an Honorary Newfoundlander, at our very own Screeching In Party.
Stay overnight in Clarenville, Newfoundland
Meal(s) – B, D
Day 4 – Historic Towns of Trinity & Bonavista
(Fri June 6) – A couple of stops at two very famous historical places, Trinity and Bonavista, will start our day. Once there, we will have a guided tour of the historical buildings, lighthouse and hear stories about the hard way of life and tragic shipwrecks. We may even get a chance to see Icebergs. (mother nature dependent)
Stay overnight in Clarenville, Newfoundland
Meal(s) – B, L
Day 5 – Head to Gander
(Sat June 7) – Our day starts with a scenic drive through Terra Nova National Park as we head toward Gander, Newfoundland. This morning we will do a little fabric, craft and gift shopping before heading over to the Great Atlantic Aviation Centre where Items from 911 and be seen and in the evening enjoy some down time from our busy schedule.
Stay overnight in Gander, Newfoundland
Meal(s) – B
Day 6 – A Day in Twillingate
(Sun June 8) – Lets head north to Twillingate, where we will visit the Prime Berth Fishery & Heritage Centre, Long Point Lighthouse, be entertained at our friends, Gillian and Karen’s house and finish the day with lunch and sip on some Auk Island wine as we watch for icebergs floating by.
Stay overnight in Gander, Newfoundland
Meal(s) – B, L
Day 7 – Head to Springdale
(Mon June 9) – We will continue our journey to the other side of the island making several stops along the way to fondle and excite ourselves over, can I say the “F” word. “FABRIC”
Stay overnight in Corner Brook, Newfoundland
Meal(s) – B, L, D
Day 8 – UNESCO Gros Morne National Park
(Tues June 10) – Lots of excitement today as we visit the beautiful areas of Gros Morne National Park. A guide will help us explore the park and visit the Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse and the Green Point Geological Site. In the afternoon, we will take a boat ride with live commentary of the highlights of the geological wonders, the rich cultural history, and the diversity of this fascinating bay, situated in the heart of Gros Morne National Park, a “UNESCO” World Heritage Site. After a busy day, it will be nice to head back to the hotel for a relaxing evening.
Stay overnight in Corner Brook, Newfoundland
Meal(s) – B, L
Day 9 – Corner Brook & Stephenville
(Wed June 11) – Today, we will visit Captain James Cook National Site overlooking Corner Brook and the Bay of Islands before we visit our last quilt shop. After lunch we will head towards Port Au Port but not without concluding our tour with a visit to Our Lady of Mercy Church and Museum. Once in Deer Lake, the trip would not be complete without a Farewell Dinner, where we can talk and laugh about our adventures with new friends.
Stay overnight in Deer Lake, Newfoundland
Meal(s) – B, L, D
Day 10 – Say Goodbye
(Thurs June 12) – After a fabulous 10 days, it will be time to share breakfast one last time before we leave Newfoundland to return home and tell others of our wild adventures.
Meal(s) – B
*Subject to change
*Your Land Package Tour does not include:
- Airfare (We can book the flight for you)
- Gratuities for the guides and bus driver.
- Lunches and some dinners (unless indicated)
- Insurance coverage, Medical and/or cancellation
- Telephone calls, souvenirs, additional snacks or drinks
- Excess baggage costs (overweight and over-sized luggage may have additional costs levied by the airline)