Free 7-Day Newfoundland Itinerary PDF
A complete day-by-day plan for your first week in Newfoundland. Cape Spear, Bell Island, whale and iceberg tours, Trinity, Skerwink Trail, Burin Peninsula. Real addresses, tour operators, and driving times. Send it to your inbox in seconds.
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📋 What is Inside This Guide
Day 1: Cape Spear and the Southern Shore
Cape Spear National Historic Site (the most easterly point in North America), Witless Bay Ecological Reserve, Ferryland with the Colony of Avalon and lighthouse picnic.
Day 2: Bell Island
The 25-minute ferry from Portugal Cove, the Number 2 Mine tour, the lighthouse, and where to eat (including Dicks’ Fish and Chips at 11 Beach Road).
Day 3: Whale and Iceberg Boat Tour
Direct contact information for Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours, Ocean Quest Adventures, O’Brien’s Whale and Bird Tours, Gatherall’s Puffin and Whale Watch, Sea Of Whales Adventures, and Trinity Eco-Tours.
Day 4: Downtown St. John’s
George Street, Jellybean Row, Quidi Vidi Village, Mallard Cottage, and the Quidi Vidi Brewery guided tasting tour.
Days 5 and 6: Trinity and the Bonavista Peninsula
Fort Point views, Trinity Eco-Tours iceberg sailing, Mercantile Premises and Hiscock House Provincial Historic Sites, Skerwink Trail (5.3km loop, Rocky Hill Road, Port Rexton).
Day 7: Burin Peninsula
Fortune Head Ecological Reserve, Provincial Seamen’s Museum, Grand Bank Historic Lighthouse, Winterland Eco-museum, Marystown Heritage Museum.
Driving Times Reference Table
St. John’s to Bonavista: 3.5 hours, 301 km. St. John’s to Twillingate: 5 hours, 444 km. St. John’s to Clarenville: 2 hours, 189 km. St. John’s to Burin Peninsula: 4.5 hours, 359 km. And more.
Who This Guide Is For
First-time visitors planning a week-long Newfoundland trip who want a structured day-by-day plan with real operator contact details, not just inspiration.
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How long is the 7-day itinerary PDF?
The PDF is 4 pages covering all 7 days with daily activities, recommended tour operators with phone numbers and addresses, restaurant recommendations, and a complete driving times reference table.
Is the 7-day itinerary realistic for first-time visitors?
Yes. The itinerary is designed for a person with a rental car flying into St. John’s International Airport. Each day is structured to keep driving manageable while seeing the major highlights of eastern Newfoundland.
Does the itinerary include tour booking information?
Yes. The PDF includes direct phone numbers and addresses for every recommended boat tour, restaurant, and attraction. You can book directly from the document.
What time of year is this itinerary best for?
The itinerary works best between mid-May and early October when boat tours operate. For icebergs specifically, late May through June is the peak window.