DETAILS
Embark on a circumnavigation of Newfoundland and sail into Eastern Canada’s breathtaking natural beauty. Discover Norse history at L’Anse aux Meadows, the only transatlantic site established by Vikings. See World War II harbor defenses and visit the only North American island that remains under French control. Your journey of pure discovery ventures to the legendary islands of Cape Breton, St-Pierre, and the Îles de la Madeleine in the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
- Pricing from
- $10,077
- Trip Type
- Closer to Home, Group Travel Tour
- Departure Dates
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Aug 24, 2026 - Sep 2, 2026
Originally constructed to navigate Norway’s famed Hurtigruten, or Coastal Express, her high degree of maneuverability, ideal size, and platform for discovery made National Geographic Explorer a natural choice for addition to the National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions fleet. Her rebuild drew on 50 years of pioneering expedition history and expertise.
Today, National Geographic Explorer is a purpose-built expedition ship. She is a fully stabilized, ice-class vessel with an ice-reinforced hull, enabling her to navigate polar passages while providing comfort, elegance and a deep connection to the environment.
Final payment is due 120 days prior to departure date.
Date Prior to Expedition Start Per Person Cancellation Fee
120 or more days No penalty: Advance Payment will be credited toward your next expedition**
119-90 days 50% of trip cost***
89-0 days 100% of trip cost***
*Advance payments will be credited in the form of a Lindblad Expeditions Travel Certificate, valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation, and which may only be applied towards final payment on any future booking.
***Trip cost is total price paid including extensions, charter airfare, and other additional services. Lindblad Expeditions’ Group Coordinator is to be notified immediately of any cancellations, via email. We strongly recommend that your constituents purchase a travel protection plan.
TOUR MAP
ITINERARY
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day 1
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada/Embark
Arrive in St. John’s, the picturesque capital city of Newfoundland and Labrador, in the afternoon before embarking the ship.
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day 2
St-Pierre, France
Your first landfall is St-Pierre, France’s oldest remaining overseas territory. Get to know this picturesque French fishing enclave where you’ll visit a local island to learn the importance of the historic cod fisheries and explore the fascinating L’Arche Museum.
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day 3
Louisbourg & Baddeck, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
Visit the reconstructed Fortress of Louisbourg, an 18th-century fort where the British and French fought. Later, visit the village of Baddeck, where Alexander Graham Bell built his summer home, now the centerpiece of a beautiful park and museum. Explore the life of Bell and enjoy a tour of the Bell Museum to view historic artifacts.
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day 4
Iles De La Madeleine, Quebec
A cluster of wispy islands isolated in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Iles de la Madeleine are home to miles of dunes, grassy hills, and dazzling red sandstone cliffs. Local experts will guide us across this landscape of caves and sea arches, stopping along the way in colorful fishing villages as we learn about Acadian culture.
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day 5
Exploring the Gulf of St. Lawrence
This is a day of exploration where our expedition team will look for the best opportunities to focus on the natural history and landscapes of the region.
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day 6
Gros Morne National Park
Graced by cliffs, fjords, and a sweeping alpine plateau, Gros Morne National Park has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site for its spectacular geology. Go on a variety of walks with our naturalists along waterfalls, marine inlets, and forested trails. Learn about the forces that shaped this land and the ancient serpentine rock that illustrates the phenomenon of plate tectonics.
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day 7
Red Bay
Explore Red Bay, the site of a historic Basque whaling station dating back to the 1500s. See original Basque remains and artifacts at this National Historic Site or take a scenic hike to a viewpoint overlooking the small village.
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day 8
L’Anse aux Meadows
In the World Heritage site of L’Anse aux Meadows, walk among 11th-century Norse ruins and reconstructed sod huts and learn the saga of the Vikings in North America—nearly 500 years before Columbus arrived.
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day 9
Exploring Eastern Newfoundland
Wild, rugged, and often accessible only by sea, Newfoundland’s east coast is dotted with tiny fishing villages tucked into coves. Explore these stunning shores, and back aboard, you’ll gain insights from our experts into the island’s people and wildlife.
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day 10
St. John’s/Disembark
Disembark in St. John’s and transfer to the airport for flights home.
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