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Newfoundland's Viking Trail: the Day-by-Day Itinerary
Newfoundland's Viking Trail runs between fjords and iceberg alley to the only confirmed Norse site in North America. Whales feed offshore, moose outnumber people, and every kitchen party ends with you an honorary Newfoundlander.
Newfoundland's Viking Trail is a 700 km one-way journey (self-drive). It works best as a 5-day trip; the plan below is the 5-day version for July, built from 47 verified places, with real road-routed transit times, opening hours and daylight checked.
Customize this plan → 5-day plan · best time to go
5
days
908 km
distance
13.0 h
driving
25
curated stops
💡 Good to know for this plan
- Iceberg alley meets whale season along the Strait of Belle Isle — bring the long lens.
- Heavy transit: day 3 (7h51) runs over 6 hours on the road. Around 5 days would keep daily driving comfortable on this route — or keep the dates and start each of those days by 08:00.
Day 1 Deer Lake → Gros Morne
🌡 1.9–27.7°C · 🌧 ~17 rain days · ☀ 15.7h light
10:04
Boat tour on Western Brook Pondbeaches & cliffsboat tripshiking
Marvel at the fjord's dramatic cliffs and serene, deep blue waters.
90 min · Gros Morne · $58-67 adult; $26-32.50 age 12-16; $20-2
11:34
Bonne Bay Boat Tourlocal & traditionalseafoodboat trips
Spot whales and eagles while enjoying the fjord's stunning panorama.
90 min · Gros Morne · $45 adult; $19 age 12-16; $16 under 12.
13:04
Norris Pointmuseums & heritagelocal & traditional
Discover heritage buildings and vibrant marine life at the aquarium.
50 min · Gros Morne
18:30
Anchor Publocal & traditional
Enjoy live music and lively traditional Newfoundland festivities.
75 min · Gros Morne · Main dishes $9-13 (pub food)
Overnight: Gros Morne
e.g. The Ocean View Hotel · Sheppard's B&B
Day 2 Around Gros Morne
🌡 1.9–27.7°C · 🌧 ~17 rain days · ☀ 15.7h light
09:00
Marine Atlanticbeaches & cliffsboat trips
Experience the rhythmic motion and sea spray on a scenic ferry ride.
50 min · Gros Morne
09:50
Rocky Harbourseafood
Enjoy local cuisine and scenic views of the park from cozy town spots.
50 min · Gros Morne
10:40
Trout Riverbeaches & cliffs
Stroll along the beach boardwalk with charming fishing village vibes.
50 min · Gros Morne
11:30
Deer Lake Regional Airportlocal & traditional
Feel the hum of aircraft and the ease of connecting flight routes.
50 min · Gros Morne
12:20
Labrador Marineboat trips
Sense the powerful journey linking distant coastal communities by ferry.
50 min · Gros Morne
open: Summer
13:10
Visitor Centremuseums & heritage
50 min · Gros Morne
Overnight: Gros Morne
e.g. The Ocean View Hotel · Sheppard's B&B
Day 3 Port au Choix → Gros Morne
🌡 5.2–22.3°C · 🌧 ~15 rain days · ☀ 15.8h light
11:37
Emergency telephone
50 min · Gros Morne
See the remaining 2 days of the 5-day plan →
Route map
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