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9 Night The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland Cruise from St John's

Ship: National Geographic Explorer

Cruise Line: Lindblad Expeditions

Sailed: Thursday, Sep 7, 2023 from St John's, Canada

Ended: Saturday, Sep 16, 2023

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Thursday, Sep 7, 2023 departure of the National Geographic Explorer. If Lindblad Expeditions modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.

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Itinerary

Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Thursday - Sep 7, 2023

St John's, Canada

Arrive in St. John's, the picturesque capital city of Newfoundland and Labrador. Settle into National Geographic Explorer. (D)

Day 2 - Friday - Sep 8, 2023

St Pierre, France

Our first landfall is St-Pierre, France's oldest remaining overseas territory. Explore this picturesque French fishing enclave where we visit a local island to learn the importance of the historic cod fisheries and explore the fascinating L'Arche Museum. (B,L,D)

Day 3 - Saturday - Sep 9, 2023

Louisbourg, Canada

BADDECK

Today we visit the reconstructed Fortress of Louisbourg, an 18th-century fort where the British and French fought. Later, we visit the village of Baddeck, where Alexander Graham Bell built his summer home, now the centerpiece of a beautiful park and museum. Explore the life of Bell and enjoy a tour of the Bell Museum to view historic artifacts. (B,L,D)

Day 4 - Sunday - Sep 10, 2023

Cruising the Magdalen Islands, Canada

A cluster of wispy islands isolated in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Iles de la Madeleine are home to miles of dunes, grassy hills, and dazzling red sandstone cliffs. Local experts will guide us across this landscape of caves and sea arches, stopping along the way in colorful fishing villages as we learn about Acadian culture. (B,L,D)

Day 5 - Monday - Sep 11, 2023

Cruising the Gulf of St Lawrence, Canada

This is a day of exploration where our expedition team will look for the best opportunities to focus on the natural history and landscapes of the region. (B,L,D)

Day 6 - Tuesday - Sep 12, 2023

Gros Morne National Park, Canada

Graced by cliffs, fjords, and a sweeping alpine plateau, Gros Morne National Park has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site for its spectacular geology. Go on a variety of walks with our naturalists along waterfalls, marine inlets, and forested trails. Learn about the forces that shaped this land and the ancient serpentine rock that illustrates the phenomenon of plate tectonics. (B,L,D)

Day 7 - Wednesday - Sep 13, 2023

Red Bay, Canada

Today we explore Red Bay, the site of a historic Basque whaling station dating back to the 1500s. See original Basque remains and artifacts at this National Historic Site, or take a scenic hike to a viewpoint overlooking the small village. (B,L,D)

Day 8 - Thursday - Sep 14, 2023

L'anse Aux Meadows, Canada

In the UNESCO World Heritage Site of L'Anse aux Meadows, walk among 11th-century Norse ruins and reconstructed sod huts and learn the saga of the Vikings in North America-nearly 500 years before Columbus arrived. (B,L,D)

Day 9 - Friday - Sep 15, 2023

Coastal Navigation, United States

Wild, rugged, and often accessible only by sea, Newfoundland's east coast is dotted with tiny fishing villages tucked into coves. Explore these stunning shores, and back aboard, you'll gain insights from onboard experts into the island's people and wildlife. (B,L,D)

Day 10 - Saturday - Sep 16, 2023

St John's, Canada

Sail through The Narrows in the early morning and disembark in St. John's. Visit the colorful waterfront and historic Signal Hill or The Rooms Museum before you transfer to the airport for your flight home. (B)