Travel for Credit: Canadian Geography in Newfoundland
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Day 1: Depart for Newfoundland
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationWalking tour of St. John's with your Tour Director
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Day 2: St. John's
Guided Sightseeing tour of St. John's
Visit Cape Spear National Historic Site
Visit the Johnson Geo Centre including a guided tour of the Oil & Gas Gallery
Enjoy a fun evening activity in St. John's!
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Day 3: St. John's | Gander
Select one of the below 'Learning Module' activities for your group:
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Learning Module: Human Geography Workshop at The Rooms Museum
Students learn about cultural groups of Newfoundland and Labrador (Innu, Inuit, Livyers, Mi’kmaq, NunatuKavut (Southern) Inuit) through exhibit exploration, material culture, and inquiry-based learning in the Cenovus Energy Gallery.
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Learning Module: Immigration & Settlement talk with the Association of New Canadians
Meet with staff from the Association of New Canadians in St. John’s, a non-profit organization that focuses on the settlement and integration of new arrivals to Canada in Newfoundland. Participate in a presentation about immigration in Newfoundland and Canada. Topics will include demographic insights, push/pull factors for emigration/immigration, challenges new Canadians face, and the issue of decreasing population that Newfoundland struggles with.
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Learning Module: Geography Careers Exploration Activity
Meet and participate in a discussion with a professional working in a field related to Geography.
Enjoy some free time in St. John's
Transfer to Gander
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Day 4: Gander
Excursion to Boyd's Cove & Twillingate
Visit the Beothuk Interpretation Centre
Enjoy free time to explore the beautiful coastal town of Twillingate
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Day 5: Gander | Gros Morne Region
'Beyond Words' Guided Tour -the 'Come From Away' Story
Transfer to the Gros Morne Region
Guided Visit of the Salmonid Interpretation Centre
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Day 6: Gros Morne National Park
Full day excursion to Gros Morne National Park
Guided Tour "Tablelands: Walk Upon the Earth's Mantle"
Educator-led Geocaching/Mapping Activity on Stanleyville Trail
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Day 7: Gros Morne National Park
Full day excursion to Gros Morne National Park
Enjoy a breathtaking Fjord Cruise at Westerbrook Pond
Select one of the below 'Learning Module' activities for your group:
Add this in-depth excursion:
Learning Module: Guided Tour "Green Point: Stroll through Strata"
Step through time into an ancient ocean! Learn all about basic sedimentary geology and the spectacular layered rocks of Green Point. How do fossils date rocks? Why are the layers of rock overturned? Find out why this place is world-famous for geological time and colliding continents.
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Learning Module: Visit Lobster Cove Head & Guided "To the Lighthouse" Walk
Step inside a century old lighthouse that once served as a beacon to safely guide fishermen and sailing vessels into Bonne Bay. Today, it is the gateway for discovering the rich cultural heritage of Gros Morne National Park. The newly renovated exhibit highlights the people and heritage of the area. Explore the winding trails through tuckamore forests and be sure to observe the effect that wind and water has on the trees along the top of the shoreline.
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Learning Modules: Career Exploration Activity with Parks Canada Staff Member
Meet and participate in a discussion with a Parks Canada Staff Member working at Gros Morne National Park.
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Day 8: Depart from Deer Lake
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Day 1: Depart for Newfoundland
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationWalking tour of St. John's with your Tour Director
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Day 2: St. John's
Guided Sightseeing tour of St. John's
Visit Cape Spear National Historic Site
Visit the Johnson Geo Centre including a guided tour of the Oil & Gas Gallery
Enjoy a fun evening activity in St. John's!
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Day 3: St. John's | Gander
Select one of the below 'Learning Module' activities for your group:
Add this in-depth excursion:
Learning Module: Human Geography Workshop at The Rooms Museum
Students learn about cultural groups of Newfoundland and Labrador (Innu, Inuit, Livyers, Mi’kmaq, NunatuKavut (Southern) Inuit) through exhibit exploration, material culture, and inquiry-based learning in the Cenovus Energy Gallery.
Add this in-depth excursion:
Learning Module: Immigration & Settlement talk with the Association of New Canadians
Meet with staff from the Association of New Canadians in St. John’s, a non-profit organization that focuses on the settlement and integration of new arrivals to Canada in Newfoundland. Participate in a presentation about immigration in Newfoundland and Canada. Topics will include demographic insights, push/pull factors for emigration/immigration, challenges new Canadians face, and the issue of decreasing population that Newfoundland struggles with.
Add this in-depth excursion:
Learning Module: Geography Careers Exploration Activity
Meet and participate in a discussion with a professional working in a field related to Geography.
Enjoy some free time in St. John's
Transfer to Gander
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Day 4: Gander
Excursion to Boyd's Cove & Twillingate
Visit the Beothuk Interpretation Centre
Enjoy free time to explore the beautiful coastal town of Twillingate
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Day 5: Gander | Gros Morne Region
'Beyond Words' Guided Tour -the 'Come From Away' Story
Transfer to the Gros Morne Region
Guided Visit of the Salmonid Interpretation Centre
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Day 6: Gros Morne National Park
Full day excursion to Gros Morne National Park
Guided Tour "Tablelands: Walk Upon the Earth's Mantle"
Educator-led Geocaching/Mapping Activity on Stanleyville Trail
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Day 7: Gros Morne National Park
Full day excursion to Gros Morne National Park
Enjoy a breathtaking Fjord Cruise at Westerbrook Pond
Select one of the below 'Learning Module' activities for your group:
Add this in-depth excursion:
Learning Module: Guided Tour "Green Point: Stroll through Strata"
Step through time into an ancient ocean! Learn all about basic sedimentary geology and the spectacular layered rocks of Green Point. How do fossils date rocks? Why are the layers of rock overturned? Find out why this place is world-famous for geological time and colliding continents.
Add this in-depth excursion:
Learning Module: Visit Lobster Cove Head & Guided "To the Lighthouse" Walk
Step inside a century old lighthouse that once served as a beacon to safely guide fishermen and sailing vessels into Bonne Bay. Today, it is the gateway for discovering the rich cultural heritage of Gros Morne National Park. The newly renovated exhibit highlights the people and heritage of the area. Explore the winding trails through tuckamore forests and be sure to observe the effect that wind and water has on the trees along the top of the shoreline.
Add this in-depth excursion:
Learning Modules: Career Exploration Activity with Parks Canada Staff Member
Meet and participate in a discussion with a Parks Canada Staff Member working at Gros Morne National Park.
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Day 8: Depart from Deer Lake
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Everything you get
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Transportation
Round-trip transportation on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach through the tour.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavours to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Guided Tours and Activities
Sightseeing tours led by expert and licensed local guides; tickets to all activities.
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Customary gratuities
To make things even easier we’ve included all tips to show appreciation to your Tour Director, local guides, and bus driver at the end of your tour.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
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