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Activity Level: M
Start / Finish: St. John's / St. John's
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Classic Rock
Living on a vast island both barren and beautiful, rugged and romantic, astonishing in its isolation, it’s easy to see why Newfoundlanders are a breed apart. Their island home is a rocky fortress housing precious treasures, both natural and man-made. Colossal glacier-carved fjords, lost Viking settlements, remote seaside villages where lobster is more common than steak, and the enduring symphony of the Atlantic heaving itself against the coast are just some of the sensory delights on offer. We’ll hike the spectacular Tablelands; fly you to the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula and spend three nights in pretty Trinity Bay. Best of all, the people we meet on our walks are quite possibly the most cheerful in the world. Relax, you’re among friends here.
Here's a sample of what you can expect on your custom-designed Bespoke Newfoundland Walking adventure. Intrigued? Contact a Bespoke Trip Designer for further details.
Day 1 Take a scenic flight over and hike through Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Day 2 Enjoy a traditional “boil up” of fresh mussels, picked by you that morning
Day 3 Traverse the island by plane before taking to the trails again
Day 4 Kick back at Fisher’s Loft, the best hotel on “The Rock,” in preparation for the night’s “kitchen party”
Day 5 Walk along coastal trails voted among the best in North America, keeping your eyes peeled for eagles, whales and porpoises
Day 6 Stand on North America’s easternmost point at Cape Spear before exploring St. John’s Day 7 Breakfast then farewell in St. John’s
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Neddies Harbour Inn, Norris Point
Located within sight of the Tableland Mountains (you'll appreciate them best at sunrise; definitely worth waking up early for) on the shores of Bonne Bay, this 15-room inn boasts one of the most majestic settings in Newfoundland. The inn features an exercise room, infrared sauna, hot tub, and convenient access to Newfoundland's northern peninsula and Gros Morne National Park.
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Fishers’ Loft, Port Rexton
On the Bonavista Peninsula, we are hosted by John and Peggy Fisher at the appropriately named Fishers’ Loft. Located in Port Rexton, Fishers’ Loft is a collection of buildings that have been lovingly and carefully brought to life in the authentic Newfoundland style. It is no surprise that this is the best hotel in Newfoundland--your every need will be catered to, as we enjoy impeccable and friendly service, as well as delicious home-cooked meals with produce fresh from John and Peggy’s garden.
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Murray Premises Hotel, St. John's
Set in an historical building right by the harbour in the old town, Murray Premises Hotel combines Newfoundland friendliness with terrific location. It is considered the province's first boutique hotel, and boasts service to back up that claim.
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Moderate
This trip is rated Moderate. Because Newfoundland is so vast and the landscape so varied, our walks range from easy coastal trails near Trinity to moderate hikes at Gros Morne National Park. However, the walks are never very long, and are complemented by boat rides, visits to historic sites, sea kayaking, whale watching, and other options. To fully appreciate all Newfoundland has to offer, water and overland transportation take a larger role than they do on most of our other classic walking trips.
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