Newfoundland & Labrador

DAY 1 – June 21, 2025
St John's, NL

Our BST Vacations journey begins today at Pearson International Airport. Our flight eastward will take us to Newfoundland. Here our Tour Manager will welcome the group to Newfoundland. A short ride aboard the motor coach will take us to our downtown St. John’s Hotel for the next two nights.

DAY 2 – June 22, 2025
St. John's

We visit Cape Spear this morning, the most easterly point in North America, before continuing to Bay Bulls and an included Boat Cruise to the Bird Island Sanctuary where Newfoundland’s official bird, the Puffin, nests in the protective shelter of the cliffs. During the cruise, we often see Whales and Icebergs! We follow with a tour of historic St. John's, one of the oldest communities in North America. We will visit Signal Hill, view the "narrows", admire the architecture of old St. John's, and the Anglican Cathedral -- the oldest Anglican parish in North America dating back to 1699. We will also visit The Rooms, a cultural museum of exhibits showcasing the story of the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. This evening, join us for a welcome dinner. (B,D)

DAY 3 – June 23, 2025
Conceptiion Bay/Clarenville

Today we leave the Avalon Peninsula, on the Discovery Trail, through Conception Bay and onto Clarenville, and journey onto the Bonavista Peninsula. A visit to Cape Bonavista, the Bonavista Lighthouse and Ryan Premises. Dinner is included this evening. (B,D)

DAY 4 – June 24, 2025
Historic Trinity/Terra Nova Park/Gander

After Breakfast, a visit to historic Trinity, with time to visit and walk about this heritage village, before we travel to Terra Nova National Park, the most easterly National Park in Canada. We enjoy a brief orientation film about the park, visit the exhibits and touch tank where you can get up close and personal with some of the sea life that inhabit the waters of Newman Sound. We continue to Joey’s Lookout, before continuing our travels west to Gander. Here we visit stop at the 9/11 Memorial before checking into our hotel for 2 nights. (B,L)

DAY 5 – June 25 2025
Twillingate/Gander

Today we'll travel to the coast once again, where true Newfoundland lifestyle and culture are found in the many fishing villages along our route. Lunch is included today, along with a local theatre that will provide some insight into Newfoundland’s history, followed by a visit to the Long Point Lighthouse. Then on to the "Road to the Isles, passing by such places as "Virgin Arm", "Herring Neck", and on to Twillingate. This afternoon, a stop at Boyds Cove and a visit to the Beothuk Interpretation Centre. Return to Gander. (B,L)

DAY 6 - June 26, 2025
Corner Brook

This morning we visit the Salmon Interpretation Centre and learn about the life-cycle of this very popular fish. Then we travel to Corner Brook, Newfoundland’s most westerly city. Corner Brook is Newfoundland's second largest city and is the site of the island’s first industrial sawmills and one of the world's largest pulp and paper mills. Today we include admission to the Newfoundland Insectarium, a world class facility offering the opportunity to view insects and arthropods from around the world. Tonight, our accommodations are in Corner Brook, along with Dinner together as a group. Tonight, you will become a member of the Royal Order of Screechers! (B,D)

DAY 7 - June 27, 2025
Cow Head

Free time this morning to enjoy Corner Brook, before we head to Marble Mountain and the NL Heritage Tree, a 500-year-old cedar tree carved as a totem pole with 50 images of historic people, scenes, icons, events of Newfoundland and Labrador from prehistoric times to modern day. We continue our Viking adventure and head north into Gros Morne National Park. Tonight we enjoy a performance at Theatre Newfoundland Labrador. We overnight in Cow Head, at the Shallow Bay Motel for 2 nights. (B)

DAY 8 - June 28, 2025
Cow Head

Today we take in the spectacular scenery of Gros Morne National Park. This morning we enjoy a 2-hour cruise from Norris Point to view Gros Morne from the water. Next, a visit to the Gros Morne Wildlife Museum, followed by a visit to Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse. Our visit to Gros Morne National Park will give you the opportunity to view deep fjords, vertical cliffs, the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Long-Range Mountains. Gros Morne National Park is home to some of the most beautiful scenery, including moose, fox, snowshoe hare, woodland caribou, black bear and beavers, which can sometimes be spotted in the park. Return to Cow Head for our overnight accommodation. (B)

DAY 9 - June 29, 2025
L'Anse Au Clair, Labrador

Up early this morning to catch the ferry, across the Straits of Belle Isle to Southern Labrador. Today we will visit the Basque Whaling station recently discovered by archaeologists and named as a heritage site for Canada. Here we will tour the site and learn about the way of life and the “11 modern techniques" used by the whalers of those long-ago times. Have your picture taken at the Point Amour Lighthouse. Tonight, we will spend in Labrador at L'Anse Au Clair. (B,D)

DAY 10 - June 30, 2025
St. Anthony

This morning, we return via the ferry back to the mainland. In the afternoon, we will visit the first European settlement in North America, L'Anse aux Meadows, the site of the Viking Village where Leif the Lucky is believed to have settled in the year 1000 AD. Across the road we also visit Norstead, where actors bring to life a working Viking Village. We overnight in St. Anthony, with dinner included this evening. (B,D)

DAY 11 - July 1, 2025
Rocky Harbour/Deer Lake

This morning we will visit Sir Wilfred Grenfell's former home as well as the Grenfell Mission and the Hospital named after him. As our Viking Adventure comes to an end, we begin our travel south, back along the coast. We arrive into Rocky Harbour, with time to freshen up before our farewell dinner. (B,D)

DAY 12- July 2, 2025
Home

After Breakfast our BST Vacations comes to an end, and our shuttle takes us to the Deer Lake Airport, to board our return flight home. (B)

COST INCLUDES:

• Airflight Toronto-St. John’s and Deer Lake - Toronto
• Relaxing Motor Coach travel throughout Newfoundland
• Eleven nights accommodation including hotel tax
• Porterage of one large suitcase per person at hotels
• Cape Spear Excursion
• Boat Cruise to Bird Island Sanctuary
• Tour of St. John's
• Admission to The Rooms
• Admission to Cape Bonavista Lighthouse
• Admission to Ryan’s Premises
• Visit to Historic Trinity
• Stop at 9/11 Memorial
• Twillingate Theatre Presentation
• Admission to Longpoint Lighthouse
• Admission to Beothuk Interpretation Centre
• Admission to Salmon Interpretation Centre
• Admission to Newfoundland Insectarium
• Newfie Screech-In Party
• Visit to Marble Mountain
• Admission to Theatre Newfoundland Labrador
• Norris Point Boat Cruise
• Visit to Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse
• Ferry Crossing to and from Labrador
• Admission and Tour the Basque Whaling Station
• Admission and Tour of L’Anse aux Meadows
• Admission to Norstead Viking Village
• Admission and Tour of Grenfell Mission
• Side tours of Port au Choix National Park, Gros Morne National Park, Terra Nova Park, Joey’s Lookout, Trinity Bay, Blow Me Down Provincial Park, Point Amour Lighthouse
• All BREAKFASTS – a combination of Full & Deluxe Continental
• Two LUNCHES
• Six DINNERS
• Gratuities on included meals
• Services of a Newfoundland Tour Manager
• HST and applicable Airport fees
• BST professional fee

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Items of a personal nature such as food and drinks on land portion of tour unless specified, laundry, telephone calls, bottled water, etc.
• Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and/or Out-of-Province Medical Insurance
• New Government taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases beyond our control
• Fees for Passports or Visas that may be required
• Any item not specified as being included

COST PER PERSON in Canadian Dollars

Twin - $5,179.00
(including taxes and fees of $260.27 & 643.22 HST)

Triple - $4,799.00
(including taxes and fees of $251.09 & $595.31 HST)

Single- $6,399.00
(including taxes and fees of $291.54 & 806.37 HST)

Trip will be led by a native Newfoundlander.

To Confirm Space on the Tour, a non-refundable deposit of $750.00 per person is required at time of booking.

Balance of payment is due April 2, 2025. At the time of booking, we will also require a photocopy of the information page of your passport.

Weather in June/July will average about 16 degrees celius, so be sure to dress in layers.

Confirmed Hotels*

June 21-23 Jag Hotel, St. John's
June 23 Clarenville Inn, Clarenville
June 24-26 Sinbad's Hotel, Gander
June 26 The Glynmill Inn, Corner Brook
June 27-29 Shallow Bay Motel, Cow Head
June 29 Northern Light Inn, L'anse Au Clair
June 30 Hotel North, St. Anthony
July 1 Deer Lake Motel, Deer Lake

*subject to change

BST Escorted Group Terms & Conditions

(These Terms & Conditions do not apply to Charters. Separate T & C apply.)

Please carefully review the Terms & Conditions outlined below. Any reservation made with BST constitutes a binding agreement signifying your acceptance of, and your agreement to follow, these Terms & Conditions, and to be bound by them.

To process your reservation, we will need your personal information including your name, address, telephone number, email address, passport number, date of birth, citizenship, and information you have disclosed regarding health, medical, dietary, mobility and other special requirements. BST will require a copy of your valid passport at time of deposit.

Deposit and Final Payment

Deposit is due at time of booking to secure your reservation. The deposit amount due is $750.00CAD per person.

The final payment deadline is due in our office on or before the date included on your invoice.

All payments once received are non-refundable. Please refer to insurance sections below.

Please make cheques payable to Blowes and Stewart Travel. We also accept in-office cash / debit payments, or Visa, Mastercard and American Express credit cards. E-transfers may be sent to pgraham@bstvacations.ca

Completion of the electronic credit card authorization form or the PDF credit card authorization form commits you to your reservation and the charges on your credit card.

The Company reserves the right to cancel a reservation if payment has not been received by the specified due date.

Final Travel details will be issued 2 weeks prior to departure.

Not Included in the Trip Cost

All quoted trip costs do not include items of a personal nature such as but not limited to; medical insurance, cancellation/interruption insurance, alcoholic beverages, gratuities, phone calls, airline baggage fees where applicable and meals that are not included or listed in the itinerary.

Escorted Group Cancellation Policy

All escorted groups require a minimum number of passengers to travel. Should minimum numbers not been reached, the Company has the right to cancel the tour with a full refund to the passengers booked. Refund will be processed in manner received. Tours unable to operate due to Travel Advisory, acts of God, Terrorism or any other event and no fault of BST, will be subject to cancellation charges as listed above.

BST highly recommends the purchase of cancellation/interruption insurance for all trips. BST will not be held responsible for loss of monies due to cancellation/changes.

Medical insurance is mandatory for all trips outside of the Province of Ontario. If client has out of province medical insurance with a separate insurance provider, BST must be advised of insurance company name, policy number & company contact information prior to trip commencement.

Persons leaving the tour during operation will not receive a refund of unused services and all costs of returning to the point of embarkation will be borne by the client. For additional information on packages/plans offered, please visit https://www.igoinsured.com/Direct/ManulifeGlobal.aspx? ag=STEWPET&lang=E

Global Pandemic

Customer acknowledges the risks related to the spread of infectious or contagious diseases. It remains the customer's responsibility to take the necessary precautions applicable to any health hazards, including but not limited to a Global Pandemic. To ensure the safety of all guests and employees, suppliers may have mandatory safety protocols in place, and the availability of their services and facilities may be impacted.

Customer agrees to follow all current and future regulations/protocols set forth for safety in compliance with government policies at your own expense.

BST is not responsible for any fees for, or associated with, mandatory government testing in destination or for returning to Canada, quarantine or expenses relating to any Global Pandemic or similar. If additional insurance protection is declined, it remains the customer's responsibility to verify if their travel insurance policy covers a Global Pandemic.

BST will not be held liable should customers be denied boarding due to insufficient proof of a negative Global Pandemic test prior to departure, or displaying symptoms of a Global Pandemic upon check in. No monies will be refunded to customers who have been denied boarding or refunded at port of entry.

Additional Notes

All prices listed are per person in Canadian Dollars unless otherwise noted. Pricing is based on supplier cost, currency exchange rates and conditions in effect at the time of brochure printing. Final payment may fluctuate based on changes to the currency exchange at that time. Should there be a pricing increase, a maximum of 7% of base cost, may be applied, or to the taxes and/or government-imposed fees, fuel surcharges or additional airline fees before final payment, these increased charges will be levied to the customer and applied to the final invoice. No additional surcharges may be applied after the trip is paid in full. All trips may be subject to change in situations beyond our control.

When travelling outside of Canada all Canadian passengers require a valid passport. If travelling with a foreign passport (not Canadian) BST must be advised at time of booking so we can advise accordingly. Most countries require passports to be valid for 6 months beyond the expected return date.

Some countries may also have visa requirements for entry. Any fees to obtain visas or additional travel documentation that may be required are the responsibility of the traveler. Entry into another country cannot be guaranteed and is at the sole discretion of the local authorities. BST takes no responsibility for a customer being denied entry into another country. Cancellation charges and any additional fees will be at the customer’s expense.

It is the passenger's responsibility to obtain information, and to have in their possession, all the required documentation to travel (such as passports, visa where applicable, etc.) required by the relevant governmental authorities, for themselves and passengers in their care. Note that the documents required for the outbound portion of your travel may differ from those required for the return.

BST is not responsible for any missing or inappropriate documents. Failure to have proper travel documents will result in denied boarding and automatic cancellation of your reservation without refund.

BST accepts any passengers that have a disability, intellectual or physical condition providing they are able to care for themselves during the trip which includes boarding the plane/bus on their own; participating in any included tours/sightseeing without assistance; the ability to understand meeting points/times and the ability to care for their own documents. BST will accept any passenger who’s intellectual or physical condition is such as to render him/her incapable of caring for him/herself without assistance, provided that he/she is accompanied by an attendant (at an additional cost) who is responsible for the passenger enroute and with the care of such attendant, he/she will not require attention or assistance beyond that which is usually provided by BST tour escort. Some destinations may not be suitable for physical mobility issues.

Baggage restrictions vary by airline and destination. Specific details will be provided with your final travel documents.

Please ensure that you have secured baggage tags to your luggage prior to arriving at the airport, train station or boarding the coach.

Please note that you are responsible for carrying your own luggage and are responsible for the safety and security of your luggage at all times. BST will not assume liability for loss, theft, or damage due to breakage, fire, water, or theft, during transport on the plane, coach, train or at hotel. Ask your agent for details of Baggage and Personal Effects Insurance coverage.

Airline seating requests are taken into consideration and sent to each airline if applicable. Additional charges apply for premium seating on aircraft. Specific seating on coaches or trains cannot be guaranteed. BST will try to accommodate all requests.

BST reserves the right to decline any person as a member of the trip at any time before or during the trip should such person’s presence be considered detrimental to the interest, comfort, and enjoyment of the other members. Persons leaving the trip after commencement will not receive a refund of unused services and all costs of returning to the point of embarkation will be borne by the client.

When travelling outside of Ontario, please note local customs may differ and conditions of travel may not be the same as home. Clients not travelling on full itinerary as outlined assume full responsibility for any cancellation penalties or fees incurred due to cancellation or alteration to itinerary in any way.

Our Role

In offering travel arrangements for sale, BST acts solely as the organizer of the tours and responsible for making all reservations as outlined. BST cannot be held responsible for supplier errors or omissions. We do not maintain any control over the personnel, equipment or operations of any supplier and we assume no responsibility for, and shall not be expected or required to pay for any financial loss, personal injury, other loss, accident, delay, inconvenience or irregularity which you may experience either by reason of (1) non-performance by any supplier for whatever reason (2) wrongful causes, negligent or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any supplier or its employees or on the part of any other party not under the control of BST (3) any defect, breakdown or other failure of any aircraft, train, bus, automobile, accommodation, ship or other equipment or instrumentality operated and owned or otherwise used by a supplier or (4) BST is not liable for any loss, damage, injury or death resulting from circumstances beyond its direct control such as unexpected weather conditions, civil unrest, acts of God, force Majeure or any other unforeseen circumstances.