Irish Loop to Ferryland Tour

7 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 20)

4 stops

7 hrs duration

Stop at: Bay Bulls

10 min

Experience the natural beauty of Bay Bulls, Newfoundland, a picturesque fishing village known for its scenic harbor, captivating boat tours, and proximity to the breathtaking Witless Bay Ecological Reserve, home to puffins and other seabirds- we will be able to take in the history and scenery of the same place that we explored from the sea the day before.

Stop at: Bauline East

10 min

Escape to the tranquil charm of Bauline East, Newfoundland, a picturesque village offering stunning coastal views, scenic hiking trails, and a perfect blend of natural beauty and local heritage.

Stop at: Colony of Avalon

60 min Admission included

Discover the rich history of the Colony of Avalon, a 17th-century English settlement on Newfoundland’s southern tip, where you can explore well-preserved archaeological sites, learn about early colonial life, and experience the stunning beauty of this unique coastal destination.

Stop at: Renews

60 min

After a delicious lunch in Ferryland we will continue "Up" the southern shore to Renews, where a local storyteller will welcome us to his hometown and regale us with tales from his time there. He will also invite us in for a proper "Mug Up."

What's Included

INCLUDED

Pickup and dropoff at listed major hotels and B&Bs
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch *Pan fried Cod lunch unless notified of dietary restrictions*
Guide: English

NOT INCLUDED

Gratuity

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

9:30 AM

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We require a minimum of four people total booked on a tour in order for it to proceed, and we reserve the right to cancel the tour if we do not receive sufficient people
Passengers may have to go up and down a couple of steps. We do stop and walk around at the different sites, however if desired they can stay in the vehicle.
The tour lasts 7.5 hours, which includes the driving time to get to the different sites, as well as pickups. We generally spend around 15 minutes at each stop but the driving time to get to each place adds a significant amount of time to the tour
The closest pickup to the Cruise Terminal is the Alt Hotel, roughly 300 Meters Away

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

This experience requires good weather. If canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Customer Reviews

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17 total reviews

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Irish Loop to Ferryland Tour