Silversea Luxury Cruises A CORNER BROOK (Newfoundland)

This tour combines the experience of a scenic trip into Corner Brook's surroundings with a brief city orientation. Travel to the Bay of Islands and witness a part of the vast wilderness that characterizes Newfoundland's west coast. With a bit of luck, you may even spot some whales as you follow the twisted shoreline or perhaps moose by the roadside.

Bay of Islands

Depart the pier via coach and travel along the coastal road that follows Captain Cook's route first explored over 250 years ago. Pass fishing villages inhabited by people of English, French and Aboriginal ancestry. Your first stop is a beautiful Bay of Islands with its 12 islands and three "arms" (Humber, Middle and North), renowned for its splendid scenery. Explored, surveyed and named by Captain Cook, the island was sparsely settled until the sawmill was established in 1864 and the railway began to operate. On its north and south shores farming and fishing communities exist side by side. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of farms, mountains and pockets of brilliant wildflowers. At Lark Harbour, enjoy a brief refreshment stop hosted by the friendly Anglican Church Ladies Auxiliary. Sandwiches, local baked goods including Newfoundland berries, and coffee, tea or juice will be served. The ladies will also have a small selection of local handmade knits, tapestries and other crafts available for purchase (only cash is accepted).

Corner Brook and Captain Cook Monument

Re-board the coach and return to Corner Brook for a brief orientation and a stop at its most prominent landmark, Captain Cook's Lookout. This monument is dedicated to the famous explorer. The site also offers you a splendid panoramic view of the city and the Bay of Islands.

The tour concludes back at the pier.

Embrace the spectacular natural beauty of the Corner Brook woodlands during this picturesque, half-day hiking excursion.

Corner Brook, Corner Brook Stream Trail, Nature Hike, Panoramic Views, Woodlands, Waterfalls

Depart pier for the short drive to the woodlands that mark the beginning of the Corner Brook Stream Trail. Upon arrival, receive your safety and tour instructions, then begin your guided, approximately 3.7-mile-4.3-mile (about six-kilometre-seven kilometre) nature hike. Learn about the area, its flora and fauna, and look for songbirds as you wind your way through dramatic country trails and woodlands, enjoying panoramic views and waterfalls en route. Continue along a larger portion of the trail system, from the outskirts of the city into the green corridor of downtown Corner Brook.

City Centre, Corner Brook Museum, Refreshments, Free Time

Upon arrival at the Corner Brook Museum, located in the heart of the city, take a self-guided tour of this small museum. Following your tour, enjoy tea or coffee and a delicious Newfoundland pastry or scone at the museum. Afterward, some free time is made available to explore Corner Brook at your leisure. You can stroll about the city centre and/or browse the shops, then take the complimentary shuttle or commence the short walk back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of hiking for approximately 3.7 miles-4.3 miles (about six kilometres-seven kilometres), at times over uneven, gravel, and natural surfaces, hills and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the school bus and 150 steps downward during the hike. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers with sturdy, flat and closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and a weatherproof jacket from the ship. Guests must be at least ten years old to participate on this tour. The tour sequence may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The short drive involves travel on a yellow schoolbus. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this tour.

Explore the beautiful mountains, woodlands, valleys and rivers of Corner Brook during this panoramic sightseeing excursion.

Corner Brook, Mountains, Ocean

Depart the pier for a scenic orientation drive through Corner Brook. Located approximately 25 miles (about 40 kilometres) from the open waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, Corner Brook is the largest city on Newfoundland's west coast, and provides a beautiful setting between the mountains and ocean.

Old Man in the Mountain, Marble Mountain, Heritage Tree, Margaret Bowater Park, Salmon River

Your first stop is at the Old Man in the Mountain, a natural rock formation resembling the face of an old man, followed by a visit to Marble Mountain, nestled in the heart of the Humber Valley. Here, view the Heritage Tree, at 52 feet high, 4.5 feet wide and weighing 9 tons, it is a phenomenal work of art which features over 50 carvings telling the tales of Newfoundland's history. Next, re-board your coach and head for a photo stop at Margaret Bowater Park. Enjoy lovely views of a salmon river, and the beautiful colours of autumn.

Captain Cook's Lookout, Bay of Islands, Parks, Rivers, Scenic Vistas

Re-board your coach and proceed for another photo stop at Captain Cook's Lookout, which offers dramatic views over the Bay of Islands. In addition to breath-taking vistas of Corner Brook's parks and vistas, learn about the history and folklore of this picturesque logging town, which is perched at the mouth of one of the world's great salmon rivers. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 547 metres (about 500 metres), at times over uneven and gravel surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the school bus and ten steps at Captain Cook's Lookout. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility but not those guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers with sturdy, flat and closed-toe walking shoes and bring a weatherproof jacket from the ship. The tour sequence may vary. This tour will operates using Yellow Schoolbus. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this tour.

Experience a visit to Cox's Cove - a coastal fishing community in the beautiful Bay of Islands.

For 500 years people of European ancestry have fished these waters. Learn about the people and history of this coast and how coastal life has changed over the centuries. Sample the local flavors of the land and sea and explore the social fabric of the region. Learn about the resettlement of isolated communities and listen to the live musical traditions that tell the stories of earlier times. Enjoy a light food sampling of a variety of local foods from the land and sea with possible choices of local game, seafood, home baked goods, biscuits, tea & coffee and Newfoundland berry desserts and partake in a demonstration of local dance. See the community highlights and take some time to wander and photograph the community dock with its colorful fishing boats.

This scenic and cultural adventure introduces you to Newfoundlanders - a distinctive and fun people of the sea. In addition, enjoy brief stops along the route. Newfoundland is the world's best laboratory for interpretation of plate tectonics and the earth's mantle can be viewed in two different locations on this excursion. Your guide will also share a brief interpretation of Captain James Cook who chartered the waters of the Bay of Islands as you will pass by Guernsey Island.