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St.Pierre, France

Newfoundland East and St. Pierre, France

DEPARTURE: From any city | Fly to and return from St, John’s, Newfoundland

Join us on a unique tour that combines a two-night stay on the island of St. Pierre, France, with some truly Newfoundland highlights!

Experience a taste of Europe on your Newfoundland vacation. Discover the European island of St. Pierre, topped off with authentic French cuisine, wine and culture. In Newfoundland, spend time in St. John’s, explore historic communities along the island’s rugged and beautiful coastline, discover the natural forces that shape our planet at the Johnson Geo Centre, and enjoy the music, fun, food and cheer for which Newfoundland is famous.

 

  • 2027 Departure Dates
  • 10 days July 3 & 17 | August 7
  • Canada East
  • Flight
  • Passport Required
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1

Home Cities to St. John’s, Newfoundland

(4 nights) Arrive in St. John’s, Newfoundland to begin your Eastern Holiday.  This evening offers an opportunity to meet your fellow travellers and learn details of your upcoming adventure during an informal WELCOME MEET and GREET.
Overnight St. John’s

2

St. John’s

A morning GUIDED CITY TOUR introduces you to one of the oldest settlements in North America.  Stops include the Cabot Tower and Signal Hill to view the harbour’s “Narrows”. Admire the architecture of old St. John’s including the famous ‘Jelly Bean Houses’ as well as the bustling village of Quidi Vidi. Visit Cape Spear National Historic Park, the most easterly point on the continent. From here you are closer to the British Isles than from anywhere else in North America. Enjoy some free time in the downtown area before travelling north to the ADMIRAL’S COAST.  The uniquely named fishing villages nestled into the rugged cliffs are picture perfect.  Dinner tonight is on George Street, a street of pubs and bars. Enjoy the local pub fare along with some Newfoundland music and entertainment.
Meals Include: Breakfast, Dinner.

3

St. John’s

This morning, travel to the Southern Shore of the Avalon Peninsula along the winding coastline of the beautiful IRISH LOOP, dotted with small ‘outport’ communities for which Newfoundland is also famous. Visit the COLONY OF AVALON ARCHAELOGY SITE, where the remains of an early 17th century settlement is well preserved. After lunch in FERRYLAND travel up the Irish Loop to the community of BAY BULLS for a BOAT TOUR (weather permitting). You don’t want to miss the chance to see Atlantic Puffins, Murres and other seabirds as well as many Humpback, Minke, and Fin whales. Tonight enjoy DINNER in Bay Bulls.
Overnight St. John’s
Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

4

St. John’s

Travel “around the Bay” along the picturesque coastline of CONCEPTION BAY, home of pirates centuries ago.  Stop along the way for picture taking and to visit some of the more interesting villages such as HOLYROOD and BRIGUS, one of the historic sailing ports of Conception Bay and home of the famous late Captain Bob Bartlett who took Robert Perry to the North Pole.
Overnight St. John’s
Meals Include: Breakfast & Lunch

5

St. John’s to Marystown

Cross the Isthmus of Avalon this morning to explore ‘The “BURIN BOOT”.  The picturesque town of Swift Current offers a nice mid-morning break on our way to Marystown, hub of this peninsula and your home for the night.  An afternoon visit Burin and SAINT LAWRENCE portrays details of the heroic  efforts of the local community to save the seamen aboard the doomed vessels The Pollux and Truxton.
Overnight Marystown
Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

6

Marystown to St. Pierre, France

(2 Nights) Before arriving in Fortune, travel to GRAND BANK made famous by its namesake schooners and prolific fishing heritage.  After lunch take the FERRY to the French Island of St. Pierre. With a population of 6500, the infrastructure is modern and urban. The residents are a combination of rotating French employees and those who have lived on the island for many generations. Their traditions are completely European with an interesting mix of French and Basque culture and history.  Upon arrival enjoy a Tour OF THE ISLAND. Late afternoon offers free time. Tonight, enjoy true FRENCH CUISINE at one of St. Pierre’s finest restaurants.
Overnight St. Pierre
Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

7

St. Pierre, France

Options are provided for today Some may choose to take a half day tour to the tiny island of Isle aux Marins (Sailor’s Island), situated in the mouth of the St Pierre harbour.  At one time a fishing village of 600 souls, which made it larger than St. Pierre, today is essentially depopulated except for those with summer homes and cabins. Others may choose to take a free morning in St. Pierre to visit the sites and museums or to ‘twack’ around in the shops that feature many imports from France and other parts of Europe.
Overnight St. Pierre
Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

8

St. Pierre to St. John’s

(2 Nights) Catch the morning ferry back to Fortune, Newfoundland before returning to St. John’s so in time for dinner and/or exploring the  downtown area on your own.
Overnight St. John’s
Meals Include: Breakfast & Lunch

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St. John’s

A FREE DAY to enjoy St. John’s. Options include “The Rooms”, the provincial art gallery, museum and archives, as well as the JOHNSON GEO CENTRE a facility that declares itself to be “Earth’s Geological Showcase”. Later join your travel companions for one last evening together during a HOSTED FAREWELL DINNER, the perfect finale to a memorable touring adventure.
Overnight St. John’s
Meals Include: Breakfast & Farewell Dinner

10

St. John’s to Home

All good things must come to an end we bid a fond farewell to France and Canada’s newest yet oldest province.  Fly home with many delightful memories of an authentic Newfoundland and French experience that will be recalled for years to come.
Breakfast & Airport Transfer included

tour route of Newfounland East and St. Pierre France

NOTES ON TRAVELLING

St. Pierre & Miquelon Official Currency: EURO symbol €
Currency accepted: Canadian cash, debit and major credit cards at most businesses
Cash transactions: change in Euros
ATM: convenient to hotel

ACTIVITY LEVEL:  Will require occasional walking on rugged and uneven terrain, travellers should therefore be in reasonably good health.

Included in Your Holiday

  • First class transportation on an air-conditioned, washroom equipped motorcoach
  • Quality accommodation and tax
  • Services of an experienced local Tour Director and Driver
  • Baggage handling, one average piece per person (except in St Pierre)
  • Admission to attractions and sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary
  • Airport Transfers
  • Entrance Fees to National and Provincial Historic
  • Sites and museums listed
  • Boat Tour in Bay Bulls (weather permitting)
  • Ferry Crossing to and from St. Pierre from Fortune
  • Welcome Reception
  • 21 Meals Include: 9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners.

2027 Pricing

Cost per person | Prices in Canadian Funds from St. John’s | Land portion only | Airfare and tax are not included

Consult Nagel Tours or your travel agent for the best available airfare

Twin

$4,550.00

TAX: $682.50

Single

$5,585.00

TAX: $837.75

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