ITINERARY: 8 DAYS
SEP. 11: U.S./ST. JOHN’S, NEWFOUNDLAND,
CANADA
Arrive in St. John’s, the picturesque capital
city of the province of Newfoundland and
Labrador, set on a natural harbor at the most
easterly point of North America. Settle into
the National Geographic Explorer as we pass
through the harbor narrows. (D)SEP. 12: EXPLORING EASTERN
NEWFOUNDLAND
The eastern coast of Newfoundland is wild
and rugged, and often accessible only by
sea. Spend the day discovering tiny fi shing
villages tucked into coves and inlets along
these stunning shores. Go hiking or hop into
a Zodiac or a kayak to explore the islands
that dot the coastline. Back on board this
evening, gain insights from our experts into
the civilizations and wildlife that have made
this island home. (B, L, D)SEP. 13: L’ANSE AUX MEADOWS
In 1960, the remains of a Viking village
established in the 11th century were
discovered at L’Anse aux Meadows, now
a UNESCO World Heritage site. See the
Norse ruins and reconstructed sod huts,
and learn the saga of the Vikings in North
America—500 years before Columbus
arrived. (B, L, D)TRIP DETAILS
DATES: 2014: Sep. 11–
EXPEDITION COST:
Category 1 $7,
Located on Main Deck with porthole
Category 2 $7,
Located on Main Deck with window
Category 3 $8,
Located on Main Deck with window
Category 4 $8,
Located on Upper and Veranda Decks with
window
Category 5 $10,
Located on Upper Deck with balcony
Category 6 $11,
Located on Upper and Veranda Decks—suite
Category 7 $13,
Located on Upper Deck—suite with balcony
See National Geographic Explorer photo
and deck plan on page 61. Prices are per
person, double occupancy. For a single
cabin, add $1,930 in Category 2, and
$2,020 in Category 3. Airfare is not included
in the expedition cost. Round-trip economy
airfare between Newark and St. John’s is
$750 (subject to change).SEP. 14: GROS MORNE NATIONAL PARK
Graced by cliff s and fj ords, glacial valleys
and sweeping alpine plateaus, Gros Morne
National Park has been designated a World
Heritage site for its unique and spectacular
geology. Take a walk with our geologist to
learn about the forces that shaped this land
and the ancient serpentine rock formations
that illustrate the phenomenon of plate
tectonics. A drive brings us to Western Brook
Pond, a pristine, glacier-carved fj ord cut off
from the sea. (B, L, D)SEP 15: ÎLES-DE-LA-MADELEINE, QUEBEC
A cluster of wispy islands isolated in the Gulf
of St. Lawrence, the Îles-de-la-Madeleine are
home to dunes that stretch for many miles,
grassy hills, and dazzling red sandstone cliff s.
The caves, sea arches, and nooks along the
coast are perfect for exploring by Zodiac and
kayak. Visit La Grave, site of the islands’ fi rst
settlement, and learn about Acadian culture;
or set off on a hike or a bicycle ride. Enjoy
some of the lobster for which the region is
famous. (B, L, D)SEP. 16: BADDECK, CAPE BRETON ISLAND,
NOVA SCOTIA
In the morning, set sail aboard the schooner
Amoeba on Bras d’Or Lake, and listen to the
captain recount local lore as you take in the
fall foliage along the shores. On Cape Breton
Island, dock in the village of Baddeck, where
Alexander Graham Bell, a founding member
of the National Geographic Society, built his
summer home and conducted much of his
research. Enjoy an optional “white glove”
tour of the Bell Museum with the opportunity
to hold historic artifacts. (B, L, D)SEP. 17: SAINT PIERRE AND MIQUELON
As we make our way north, go ashore at
Saint Pierre Island, part of France’s oldest
remaining overseas territory. Enjoy free time
to explore the wharf and soak up the French
culture before continuing to the island of
Miquelon. (B, L, D)SEP. 18: ST. JOHN’S/U.S.
After breakfast, disembark in St. John’s and
transfer to the airport for your fl ight home. (B)RESERVE ONLINE AT NATIONALGEOGRAPHICEXPEDITIONS.COM 15
A picturesque harbor
in Nova ScotiaNORTH AMERICA
Gros Morne National Park