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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.
National Geographic Explorer
An authentic expedition ship, purpose-engineered for blue water and polar exploration. 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.
*Any children booked on Antarctic or Arctic voyages must be at least 4 years old at time of embarkation.
Inclusions
All onboard meals, drinks & enrichment
Activities & excursions
Guidance of Expedition staff
Tips & gratuities
Access to wellness spaces
Highlights
Discover charming coastal villages and small islands, including the historic French settlements at St. Pierre et Miquelon
Explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites: Gros Morne National Park, one of the few places on earth where the mantle is exposed, and the 11th-century Viking site at L’Anse aux Meadows
Hike along the dunes and sandstone cliffs of Îles de la Madeleine
Experience the bounty of the region in its famous cuisine including Cape Breton mussels, fresh seafood, and much more
Visit Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Alexander Graham Bell's summer home, and tour the museum dedicated to his life and inventions
Extend your expedition at the acclaimed Fogo Island Inn, dedicated to preserving the rich, centuries-old traditions of a Newfoundland outport isle
Itinerary
Day 1 | St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada / Embark Ship
Arrive in St. John’s, the picturesque capital city of Newfoundland and Labrador, in the afternoon before embarking the ship.
Meals included: dinner
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.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 | Louisbourg and 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 centrepiece of a beautiful park and museum. Explore the life of Bell and enjoy a tour of the Bell Museum to view historic artifacts.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 | Îles de la Madeleine, Québec
A cluster of wispy islands isolated in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Îles de la Madeleine are home to miles of dunes, grassy hills and dazzling red sandstone cliffs. Local experts guide you across this landscape of caves and sea arches, stopping along the way in colourful fishing villages as you learn about Acadian culture.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 | Exploring the Gulf of St. Lawrence
This is a day of exploration where your expedition team looks for the best opportunities to focus on the natural history and landscapes of the region.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
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 your 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.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
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.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
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.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
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, gain insights from experts into the island’s people and wildlife.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 10 | St. John's / Disembark Ship / Home
Disembark in St. John’s and transfer to the airport for flights home.
Meals included: breakfast
Dates/Prices
Solo Pricing
Depart
Return
Window
1 Oct 2026
10 Oct 2026
$22,689pp
Twin Share Pricing
Depart
Return
Porthole
Window
Veranda
1 Oct 2026
10 Oct 2026
$17,045pp
$18,335pp
$23,829pp
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*Advertised price is based on per solo traveller on 1 October 2026 departure. Offer is valid for a limited time only and may be withdrawn without notice, at any time. Correct as of 13 March 2026.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
