Top Newfoundland & Labrador Day Trips

Marvel at marine wildlife up close on this cruise through the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve. The reserve is home to over 2.5 million seabirds and one of the largest populations of whales in the North Atlantic. Aboard a spacious catamaran with ample viewing areas, admire icebergs (May and June) and watch for puffins (mid-May to mid-September), whales (mid-June to mid-August), razor-billed auks, black-legged kittiwakes, and more (wildlife attractions vary with the time of year). Hear live commentary from crew and naturalists on board about Newfoundland’s heritage as you travel to Iceberg Alley.

This tour offers the unique opportunity to learn about St. John’s history from a guide connected to the “Come From Away” musical. Visit iconic places including Cape Spear, Signal Hill, Petty Harbour, and more. Your guide can answer any of your questions and provide recommendations for more hidden gems to see during your time in St. John’s.

Take a run ‘Up’ the Southern Shore as we wind along the pretty coastal roadways that connect the outport fishing communities along Newfoundland’s Irish Loop. This is a beautiful drive along the coast with architecture and development that reflects an era of opulence thought unimaginable for this period in North American history. We’ll meet fascinating characters, visit small fishing communities, and absorb the magnitude of luxury items discovered at the Colony of Avalon archeological site.

Let’s take a drive and visit the many pretty outport communities that sprinkle the shores of Conception Bay; a region teeming with amazing stories about ancient pirates, WW2 submarine attacks, the dawn of transatlantic aviation, arctic exploration, and North America’s first European colony. This is a true Newfoundland experience that everyone who comes from away will embrace. Great times, great people, and great food await. *Please Note: The lunch is soup, with fish cakes, and a dessert. If you have any dietary restrictions please let us know and we will accommodate you*

Discover Newfoundland your way with this bundle of 3 self-guided, GPS-based audio tours—perfect for curious travelers who love freedom and flexibility. Two Walking Tours: St. John's & Signal Hill. Turn your phone into a personal guide as you wander the colorful streets of North America’s oldest city and explore the legendary Signal Hill. Includes 50+ narrated points of interest filled with local history, culture, and hidden gems. Irish Loop Driving Tour. Cruise along scenic coastlines, through rolling hills and charming villages shaped by Irish heritage, early explorers, and Indigenous history—with over 60 fascinating stops. Just walk or drive—your guide jumps in automatically with stories as you go, using a live GPS map. No data or set schedule needed! Go at your own pace, stop wherever curiosity calls, and enjoy the freedom to explore like a local. Join 25,000+ happy travelers and see why we’re trusted across 75+ tours!