Arctic & Alaska

Newfoundland Circumnavigation

12 Days aboard Ocean Endeavour. From AUD $11,467pp.
Details

Overview

Newfoundland's rugged charm and geographic diversity are best appreciated when visited by ship. This cruise has been perfectly timed for sightings of whales, icebergs and breeding seabirds. Experience Newfoundland's lively culture and dramatic scenery all aboard the newly refurbished Ocean Endeavour.

Itinerary Highlights

  • Revel in Newfoundland’s world-famous culture and hospitality
  • Experience life in remote outports and fishing villages
  • Visit North America’s only authenticated Norse site at L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Enjoy a warm Mi’kmaw welcome in Miawpukek First Nation
  • Hike the spectacular Tablelands at Gros Morne National Park
  • Get a taste of Europe on the French island of Saint-Pierre
  • Visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Red Bay, L’Anse aux Meadows, and Gros Morne National Park
  • Savour local dishes and meet the fishers and growers who make it happen through Adventure Canada’s signature Taste of Placeculinary program

Itinerary in Brief

  • Day 1: St. John’s, NL, Canada
  • Day 2-4: Northeast Coast
  • Day 5: L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Day 6: Red Bay
  • Day 7: Gros Morne National Park & Woody Point
  • Days 8-9: Southern Coast
  • Day 10: Miawpukek (Conne River)
  • Day 11: Saint-Pierre, France
  • Day 12: St. John’s, NL, Canada

Travelling with Eclipse

Peace of Mind
  • Eclipse Travel is Australian owned and run, and an ATAS accredited travel agent.
  • 24/7 emergency numbers and local contacts provided for support while you’re abroad.
  • We provide all the information you need to organise your visas and vaccinations, making travel preparation stress-free.
  • No currency surcharges. Once your deposit is paid, your price is guaranteed.
Specialists
  • Our consultants are true destination experts, with firsthand experience and extensive travel in the regions we offer.
  • Expect quick, professional responses and dedicated service from our knowledgeable team.
  • We conduct regular checks on destinations, hotels, and services to ensure quality for every trip.
Authentic Travel
  • Tailor-made itineraries designed around your unique requirements.
  • Freedom to select your preferred style and standard of accommodation.
  • Unique itineraries that take you beyond the major highlights, immersing you in each location.
  • Committed to responsible travel: we reinvest in the environment and local communities across our destinations.

Day 1: St. John’s, NL, Canada

Welcome to St. John’s—the vibrant capital of Newfoundland and Labrador. Board the Ocean Endeavour for an evening departure and sail out of the historic port, looking out for Signal Hill as you exit the world-famous Narrows. Photograph the charming houses of the Battery, always a hit with shutterbugs. Watch for icebergs, whales, and seabirds as we sail!

Dinner included.

Day 2-4: The Northeast Coast

Look forward to a characteristically warm Newfoundland welcome upon your arrival in the picturesque villages and unique communities that dot the rocky shores of the northeast coast of Newfoundland. Have your camera at the ready—photographers will have their work cut out for them capturing all the special charm of classic island communities and rambling coastlines.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 5: L’Anse aux Meadows

Wander through the reconstructed Viking habitation at L’Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only authenticated Norse settlement in North America. Learn more about the archaeological remains that date to approximately 1000 CE, and how—amazingly—the site was first found here in 1960 by a close reading of the Viking sagas. Be sure to visit the superb interpretation centre and meet the actors in period costumes as you make your way through the reconstructed Norse-style sod buildings. This is a must-see for any visitor to Newfoundland and Labrador!

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 6: Red Bay

Make a stop in Labrador at the Red Bay Basque Whaling Station, which became a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2013. Learn firsthand about how Basque whalers operated out of the harbour in the 1500s, creating what was to be North America’s first export industry. Browse through the excellent interpretation centre to see the tools, personal items, and navigational instruments recovered from the wreck of the whaling ship San Juan, which was lost in a storm in 1565 and found centuries later submerged in the harbour. Visit nearby Saddle Island to delve even deeper into the history of the whaling industry.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 7: Gros Morne National Park & Woody Point

Stretch your legs with a walk or hike at Gros Morne National Park. Soak in the extraordinary views of beautiful Bonne Bay and be sure to take time to explore the park’s excellent interpretation centre and the town of Woody Point. Witness for yourself the spectacular Tablelands, a six-hundred-metre plateau that forms one of the world’s best examples of exposed mantle. Normally found below the Earth’s crust, the mineral-rich rocks support very little life, making the Tablelands an eerie landscape.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Days 8-9: The South Coast

Journey through the beautiful and windswept coast of southern Newfoundland, dotted with bays, coves, and a few remaining remote outport communities. Admire outstanding geology and gorgeous botanical life. Spot plentiful birds, whales, and other wildlife as we make the most of every opportunity for Zodiac and land excursions. A visit here will be a highlight of your trip!

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 10: Miawpukek (Conne River)

Receive a formal welcome from local leaders of the First Nations community of Miawpukek. Learn more about the history of the community, formerly called Conne River, which became a permanent settlement sometime around 1822. Before then, it was one of many semi-permanent camping sites used by Mi'kmaw people, who traditionally travelled nomadically throughout the east coast of Canada. Have a chance to explore this special community, which was established as a reserve in 1987 and has successfully bridged traditional knowledge and contemporary practice.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 11: Saint-Pierre, France

Indulge in the colourful town of Saint-Pierre, a charming finale to your trip. Just off the shores of Newfoundland lie the islands of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon—an official territory of France. Wind through charming streets lined with shops, houses, and cafés that bring a taste of Europe to the east coast of North America.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 12: St. John’s, NL, Canada

Complete your journey by sailing back through the picturesque Narrows and into St. John’s harbour. Say your farewells in this cultural hotspot and North America's oldest city.

Breakfast included.

Next Departure Date: 01 Oct 2025
DatesCabinFromSpecial Offer
01 Oct 2025 - 12 Oct 2025 AUD$11467ppExpand to view prices
Category 1 - QuadAUD$11467ppContact us
Category 2 - TripleAUD$13107ppContact us
Category 3 - Main TwinAUD$15238ppContact us
Category 4 - Main TwinAUD$17369ppContact us
Category 5 - Main TwinAUD$18516ppContact us
Category 6 - Comfort TwinAUD$19664ppContact us
Category 7 - Select TwinAUD$20975ppContact us
Category 8 - Superior Twin AUD$21795ppContact us
Category 9 - Junior Suite AUD$23434ppContact us
Category 10 - SuiteAUD$25074ppContact us

**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply

Cabin Details

Category 1 - Quad

240 sq. ft, located on deck 4, interior cabin, 4 lower single beds, private bathroom, hairdryer, bathrobe, towels, bathroom amenities, (separate shower room and powder room), TV, telephone.

Category 1 - Quad
Category 1 - Quad
Category 2 - Triple

200 sq. ft, located on deck 4, interior cabin, 3 lower single beds, 2 private bathrooms, hairdryer, bathrobe, towels, bathroom amenities., TV, telephone.

Category 2 - Triple
Category 2 - Triple
Category 3 - Main Twin

120 sq. ft., located on deck 5, 2 single beds, interior cabin, private bathroom, hairdryer, bathrobe, towels, bathroom amenities, TV, telephone.

Category 3 - Main Twin
Category 3 - Main Twin
Category 4 - Main Twin

100 sq. ft., located on deck 4, 2 single beds, exterior cabin, private bathroom, hairdryer, bathrobe, towels, bathroom amenities, TV, telephone, porthole window, unobstructed view.

Category 4 - Main Twin
Category 4 - Main Twin
Category 5 - Main Twin

115 sq. ft., located on deck 5, 2 single beds, private bathroom, hairdryer, bathrobe, towels, bathroom amenities, TV, telephone, picture window, unobstructed view.

Category 5 - Main Twin
Category 5 - Main Twin
Category 6 - Comfort Twin

135-175 sq. ft, 2 single beds or 1 matrimonial bed, 2 porthole windows or picture window, private bathroom, hairdryer, bathrobe, towels, bathroom amenities, TV, telephone.

Category 6 - Comfort Twin
Category 6 - Comfort Twin
Category 7 - Select Twin

145-190 sq. ft., 2 single beds or 1 matrimonial bed, window, private bathroom, hairdryer, bathrobe, towels, bathroom amenities, TV, telephone.

Category 7 - Select Twin
Category 7 - Select Twin
Category 8 - Superior Twin

180-210 sq. ft., 2 lower single beds or 1 matrimonial bed, picture windows, unobstructed view, sitting area, private bathroom, hairdryer, bathrobe, towels, bathroom amenities, TV, telephone.

Category 8 - Superior Twin
Category 8 - Superior Twin
Category 9 - Junior Suite

270-290 sq. ft, picture windows, unobstructed, matrimonial bed, private bathroom, hairdryer, bathrobe, towels, bathroom amenities, TV, telephone, sitting area.

Category 9 - Junior Suite
Category 9 - Junior Suite
Category 10 - Suite

310 sq. ft., located on deck 7, forward-facing picture windows, unobstructed view, matrimonial bed & private bathroom, bathtub, hairdryer, bathrobe, towels, bathroom amenities, TV, telephone.

Category 10 - Suite
Category 10 - Suite

Ocean Endeavour Deckplan

deck plan

Specifications

  • Type of vessel: Passenger Cruise Ship
  • Capacity: 198 passengers
  • Year built: 1982, Settin - Poland
  • Refurbished: 2001, 2004, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2018
  • Registry: Bahamas
  • Length: 450 ft
  • Breadth: 69 ft
  • Draft: 19 ft
  • Ice Class: 1B
  • Main Engines: 4x Skoda Sulzer
  • Propellers: 2x variable pitch propellers
  • Stabilisers: Girofin stablizers
  • Bow-thruster: 600 kW / 800 hP

What’s included?

  • Passage aboard the Ocean Endeavour
  • Applicable taxes and credit card fees
  • Complimentary expedition jacket
  • Contribution to Adventure Canada’s Discovery Fund
  • Special access permits, entry, and park fees
  • Expert expedition team
  • Guided activities
  • Sightseeing and community visits
  • All Zodiac excursions
  • Port fees
  • Pre-departure materials
  • Educational program
  • Nikon Camera Trial Program
  • Interactive workshops
  • Evening entertainment
  • All shipboard meals

What’s not included?

  • Commercial and charter flights
  • Program enhancements/optional excursions
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Mandatory medical evacuation insurance
  • Additional expenses in the event of delays or itinerary changes
  • Possible fuel surcharges and administrative fees
  • Pre- and post-trip hotel accommodation

Price Assurance

At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.

Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.

Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.

Take advantage of our team’s expertise and let us help you plan the perfect holiday—hassle-free!

Destination: Arctic

Viking history, Inuit villages and an abundance of wildlife are just some of the wonders you’ll discover in the Arctic. You’ll be amazed by the natural beauty that surrounds you. Search for Polar Bears while cruising through breathtaking fjords or around the nature lovers dream, Spitsbergen.

Downloadable travel guide

Planning your next adventure has never been easier with our free downloadable travel guides. Get in-depth insights into local attractions, dining options, and hidden gems, all curated by our team of travel specialists with decades of experience.

Newfoundland Circumnavigation

12 Days aboard Ocean Endeavour. From AUD $11,467pp.