Hiking Tours

Hiking Along the Coast

Guests will enjoy a variety of hikes on the rugged terrain that made Newfoundland famous. While there are no mountains to climb, hikers earn every step along coastal trails while experiencing breathtaking scenery.

Puffin & Whale Watching Tour

No trip to Newfoundland would be complete without a day out on the water. Gatherall's Tours have been taking visitors on whale watching tours for decades, and they usually find something exciting. Birders also enjoy a feast for their eyes with multiple opportunities to add to their “Life List.” Especially fun to watch are the puffins!

Parties & Nightlife

Because Newfoundlanders are famous for their singing, kitchen parties and social exuberance, the fun doesn’t end when the sun goes down. Experience a shed party in a small town, and enjoy a couple of nights to explore the  George Street in St. John’s.

History & Culture

Newfoundland has a unique history that goes “way back.” Learn about indigenous history at the Beothuk Interpretive Centre, explore historic fishing villages, and even drop in at the Gander Airport where the ‘Come from Away’ story was born in the 21st century.

Cape Spear

Cape Spear is the easternmost point in North America, and the lighthouse, the oldest surviving lighthouse in the province, is a national historic site and a symbol of the marine history of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Day 1

1. St. John’s Walking Tour 

(H1/Easy – 5.0km/100m) 

Downtown St. John’s is hilly, so this city walking tour is more difficult than most. Our local guide will show us the historic and social hotspots, which will be useful orientation for our 3 days in the city.

https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/top-destinations/st-johns

Day 2

2. Mickeleen's Path, Bay Bulls 

(H3/Difficult – 8.0km/550m) 

This trail follows the coast from Bay Bulls to Witless Bay, offering spectacular viewpoints over the Atlantic Ocean. This is a long stretch of loose rocks, so sturdy footwear is required.

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/newfoundland-and-labrador/mickeleens-path

https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/top-destinations/bay-bulls-and-witless-bay

Day 3

3. Sugarloaf Path, St. John’s 

(H3/Difficult – 9.8km/770m) 

This trail hugs the coast, with many rugged and steep sections. It provides awesome views over the ocean and ends in the tiny fishing village of Quidi Vidi (where we will stop for lunch).

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/newfoundland-and-labrador/sugarloaf-path

https://destinationstjohns.com/a-day-in-quidi-vidi-nl/

4. Ladies Lookout & Burma Road Trail, St. John’s 

(H2/Moderate – 2.5km/70m) 

The trail continues from Quidi Vidi to Signal Hill, stopping at the Ladies Lookout along the way.

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/newfoundland/burma-road-trail

Day 4

5. Coast Trail, Terra Nova National Park 

(H1/Easy – 4.5km/50m) 

This hike features a different section of coastline, and provides a chance to stretch our legs.

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/newfoundland-and-labrador/terra-nova-coastal-trail

https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/nl/terranova

Day 5

6. Long Point Lighthouse, Crow Head 

(H2/Moderate – 1.2km/55m) 

While visiting the Long Point Lighthouse, guests will have time to explore some of the many trails in vicinity.

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/newfoundland-and-labrador/longpoint-lighthouse

https://twillingate.com/to-see-do/historic-landmarks/long-point-lighthouse/

7. Beothuk Interpretive Centre Trail, Boyd’s Cove

(H1/Easy – 2.6km/70m) 

This easy hike connects the Beothuk Visitor’s Centre with the archeological site of the Beothuk people.

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/newfoundland-and-labrador/beothuk-interpretation-centre-trail

https://www.seethesites.ca/sites/beothuk-interpretation-centre/

Day 6

8. Trinity Village Walking Tour 

(H1/Easy – 2.0km/0m) 

Guests will have time to explore this traditional fishing village on their own before lunch.

https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/top-destinations/trinity

9. Skerwink Trail, Port Rexton 

(H2/Moderate – 4.8km/60m) 

Travel & Leisure magazine named this one of the best trails in the world. The coastal scenery is spectacular, and this hike is sure to be the highlight of the tour for some.

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/newfoundland-and-labrador/skerwink-trail

https://hikebiketravel.com/hiking-the-skerwink-trail-near-trinity-newfoundland/

Day 7

10. Spillars Cove Loop, Bonavista 

(H2/Moderate – 3.4km/75m) 

This hike provides some dramatic coastal scenery, including many birds and possibly whale sightings.

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/newfoundland-and-labrador/spillars-cove-loop

https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/top-destinations/bonavista

11. Cape Shore Trail, Bonavista 

(H1/Easy – 4.0km/80m) 

Our guide will take us along this flat trail from Dungeon Provincial Park to the Cape Bonavista Lighthouse, where one big hill awaits hikers.

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/newfoundland-and-labrador/cape-shore-trail

https://www.acrosstheblueplanet.com/blog/dungeon-provincial-park/2018/1/11

Newfoundland is a Bucket List Destination

It’s no exaggeration to say that Newfoundland is on the “bucket list” for most Canadians. It’s also a fact that you can’t get to Newfoundland while on your way to somewhere else – it is always its own special destination.

Newfoundland on Foot

The best way to see and experience a place as rugged and wild as Newfoundland is on foot. In fact, many of the most amazing places you’ll see aren’t even accessible by road. Taste the salty sea breeze peppering your cheeks while hiking along the coast!

An Organized Tour is the Way to Go!

Given the large distances, limited access and sparce facilities of rural Newfoundland, knowing where to go, how to get there, and where to stay and eat is key. As a result, hikers who try to do it themselves will spend a lot of time dealing with logistics, while guests on our tours spend a lot more time on the trail. 

Experience

While DeLuxe Hiking tours are a recent addition to our portfolio, DeNureTours has been taking people to Newfoundland for more than 40 years, and we’ve found the best places to visit and we have built relationships with lots of local partners and suppliers. Combine this experience with professional, local hiking guides, and you have a team of professionals working to provide you with the best experiences in Newfoundland!

• Private motorcoach transportation
• 7 nights accommodation
• 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners
• Local professional hiking guides 
• All park passes and entry fees for included highlights
• Services of a DeLuxe Hiking Tour Director

Prices are in Canadian dollars, are per person and include HST.

INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS

• 11 walks and hikes, including a guided walking tour of St. John’s
• Free time in St. John’s
• Gatherall’s Puffin & Whale Watching tour
• Gander Airport tour
• Silent Witness Memorial
• Guided tour of Prime Berth
• Shed Party
• Beothuk Interpretation Centre
• Trinity & Bonavista
• Farm tour with Farm to Market dinner

Day 1

Guests will arrive in St. John’s airport and make their way to the Delta Hotel. Our DeLuxe Hiking tour director will meet guests in the lobby on arrival, and then at 5:00 p.m., the group will depart for a guided walking tour of downtown St. John’s. In the evening, guests will get acquainted with each other and enjoy a Welcome Dinner.

Stay: Delta Hotell, St John’s, NL

Nights: 3

Meals: D

Day 2

This is a big day, beginning with a Gatherall’s whale watching tour in nearby Bay Bulls. After a light lunch on the pier, guests will be shuttled to the nearby Mickeleen’s Trail for a beautiful hike along the coast with local professional guides. Before returning to the hotel, visit Cape Spear, the most easterly point in North America. For the evening, enjoy the local flavours of St. John’s with a group dinner and then possibly some more upbeat entertainment on George Street.

Meals: B, L, D

Day 3

On this day, guests will see that one need not leave St. John’s city limits to find spectacular hiking trails along the coast. We’ll begin with Sugarloaf Trail, stop in Quidi Vidi for lunch, then continue along the North Head Trail to Signal Hill. After hiking, guests will have the rest of the afternoon and evening free to explore St. John’s.  The Tour Director will provide lots of suggestions to take full advantage of time in St. John’s.

Meals: B, L

Day 4

After 3 days on the Avalon Peninsula, we will head west to explore the part of Newfoundland made famous in song and theatre. We’ll stop in Terra Nova National Park for lunch and a chance to stretch our legs with a short hike along the coast, then we’ll visit the Gander Airport, immortalized in the Broadway production “Come from Away”. Our group dinner allows us the opportunity to reflect on the truly amazing generosity of Newfoundlanders during the horrific 9/11 tragedy.

Stay: Sinbad’s Hotel, Gander, NL

Nights: 2

Meals: B, L, D

Day 5

This is the part of the island that most people picture when they hear the word “Newfoundland.” We begin our day with a guided tour of Prime Berth, a period fishing wharf. For lunch, we will experience an authentic ‘shed party’ with soup, sandwiches and song. Next up is the historic Long Point Lighthouse in Twillingate, and our last stop is the Beothuk Interpretation Centre, where we’ll learn about this indigenous settlement. We’ll arrive back at the hotel in time for guests to freshen up before heading out to enjoy a free evening.

Meals: B, L

Day 6

We begin our day in tiny, picturesque Trinity, a historic fishing village that begs to be explored on foot. After lunch at a restaurant in town, we will head to the nearby Skerwink Trailhead in Port Rexton, ranked as one of the best hiking trails in Newfoundland. Guests have a free evening.

Stay: Clarenville Inn, Clarenville, NL

Nights: 2

Meals: B, L

Day 7

On our way to Bonavista, we will stop to hike the Spillars Cove Loop trail and enjoy a box lunch on the trail. Next, we will stop at Dungeons Provincial Park, and hike from there to the spectacular Cape Bonavista Lighthouse. Our farewell dinner will be one last taste of Newfoundland hospitality: a Farm to Fork Dinner, organized by our hotel and local farmers. 

Meals: B, L, D

Day 8

After breakfast and checkout, return to St. John’s, arriving at the airport at about noon, in time to check-in for the return flight home.

Meals: B

Delta Hotel, St John’s (3 nights)

A few blocks uphill from the waterfront, The Delta Hotel provides great views of St. John’s Harbour and comfortable, recently renovated rooms. This great location is just steps from some of St. John's hottest destinations, including Mile One Centre and George Street. 

Sinbad’s Hotel, Gander (2 nights)

Located in the heart of Gander, Sinbad’s Hotel & Suites is seconds away from shopping and local attractions.

The Clarenville Inn, Clarenville (2 nights)

Understated elegance, in the heart of Newfoundland & Labrador. The Clarenville Inn has modern conveniences and amenities that make every room a comforting place to call home.

Currently, when guests arrive in St. John’s, they find their way to the hotel and check in.  This tour actually begins in the lobby of The Delta Hotel in St. John’s, at 5:00 p.m.

Within the DeLuxe Hiking portfolio of tours, Newfoundland East ranks near the top in terms of rugged hiking trails, so it is important to come prepared: proper foul-weather clothing and hiking footwear is required. Hiking poles are recommended, but optional. 

On the other hand, this tour includes an impressive variety of cultural attractions, providing a comprehensive introduction to the culture of Newfoundland, and the famous hospitality of the people … a wonderful experience for those of us who “come from away.”

This itinerary includes a boat cruise.  Although for most people medication is not required, there may be some who may want to bring along a remedy for motion sickness.  You don’t want to let a little thing like that spoil this amazing experience.

This tour begins and ends in St. Johns, NL, so guests can join this tour from anywhere in the world!  Please contact us to discuss your airfare and pre-and post-tour accommodation options.